- By Sarju Saran Tiwari
- Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:54 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is expected to release the RRB NTPC Exam Schedule for 2025 shortly on the regional RRB websites. The RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam is provisionally scheduled for April 2025, and the official timetable will be released soon on the RRB's official website.
The examination dates for both undergraduate and graduate level positions will be announced simultaneously. Candidates participating in the selection process for the 11,558 Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) posts can access the RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025 by visiting the official RRB website at rrbapply.gov.in.
With the registration process already concluded, candidates are now focused on preparing for the upcoming Computer-Based Tests (CBTs). The official exam dates will be crucial for candidates as students are finalising their study preparation plans for the examination.
Where to Check RRB NTPC Exam Dates:
Candidates can find the official exam dates for RRB NTPC 2025 by visiting:
Official RRB Website: The primary source for updates is indianrailways.gov.in.
Regional RRB Websites: Each regional board will also publish specific details about the exam dates on their respective websites.
Expected Exam Schedule:
The RRB NTPC Exam is anticipated to take place in April 2025. Here’s a summary of key details:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 |
| Expected Exam Date | April 2025 |
| Registration Period | Graduate: Sept 14 - Oct 13, 2024 Undergraduate: Sept 21 - Oct 20, 2024 |
| Selection Process | CBTs, Skill Test, Document Verification |
| Admit Card Release | Four days before the exam |
Breakdown of Vacancies:
The recruitment drive will fill various positions across different categories. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
Undergraduate Level Posts
| Post Title | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,022 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| Trains Clerk | 72 |
Graduate Level Posts
| Post Title | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1,736 |
| Station Master | 994 |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,144 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 1,507 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 732 |
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern:
The RRB NTPC selection process consists of multiple stages:
1. CBT-1 (Preliminary Exam)
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative marking: One-third of marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
Qualifying candidates proceed to CBT-2.
2. CBT-2 (Main Exam)
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Higher difficulty level compared to CBT-1.
Negative marking applies.
3. Skill Test/Typing Test
Typing speed requirement:
English: 30 words per minute.
Hindi: 25 words per minute.
4. Document Verification and Medical Examination
Shortlisted candidates must clear document verification and a medical test to finalize their selection.
As candidates prepare for this significant opportunity with Indian Railways, staying updated on official announcements will be crucial for their success in the upcoming exams.
Official websites of RRBs:
RRB Ahmedabad: rrbahmedabad.gov.in
RRB Ajmer: rrbajmer.gov.in
RRB Allahabad: rrbald.gov.in
RRB Bangalore: rrbbnc.gov.in
RRB Bhopal: rrbbhopal.gov.in
RRB Bhubaneshwar: rrbbbs.gov.in
RRB Bilaspur: rrbbilaspur.gov.in
RRB Chandigarh: rrbcdg.gov.in
RRB Chennai: rrbchennai.gov.in
RRB Gorakhpur: rrbgkp.gov.in
RRB Guwahati: rrbguwahati.gov.in
RRB Jammu: rrbjammu.nic.in
RRB Kolkata: rrbkolkata.gov.in
RRB Malda: rrbmalda.gov.in
RRB Mumbai: rrbmumbai.gov.in
RRB Muzaffarpur: rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in
RRB Patna: rrbpatna.gov.in
RRB Ranchi: rrbranchi.gov.in
RRB Secunderabad: rrbsecunderabad.gov.in
Steps To Check RRB NTPC Exam Dates 2025 Notice:
You can download the exam date pdf after following the steps given below.
Step 1: Visit the official RRB website
Step 2: Click on the official RRBs link where you applied for the NTPC recruitment drive.
Step 3: Open the exam date link for undergraduate or graduate-level posts, as required.
Step 4: Check the exam dates and download the PDF.
