Note:

1. The detailed CEN No.06/2025 will be uploaded on the official websites of the RRBs (see Para 16.0). The link for submission of the online application will be made live on these websites.

2. Dates for the Computer Based Test (CBTs), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBST), Document Verification and Medical Examination will be communicated from time to time through the official websites of the concerned RRBs.

3. The results of the CBTs, CBAT, CBST and Empanelment will be uploaded on the official websites of the concerned RRBs.

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the following posts mentioned in the table below. Applications complete in all respects must be submitted ONLINE only latest by 23:59 hours of 20.11.2025.

Recruitment for the various posts of Non-Technical Popular Categories (UnderGraduate)

Note:

1. The detailed CEN No.07/2025 will be uploaded on the official websites of the RRBs (see Para 16.0). The link for submission of the online application will be made live on these websites.

2. Dates for the Computer Based Test (CBTs), Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST), Document Verification and Medical Examination will be communicated from time to time through the official websites of the concerned RRBs.

3. The results of the CBTs,  CBTST and Empanelment will be uploaded on the official websites of the concerned RRBs.

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the following posts mentioned in the table below. Applications complete in all respects must be submitted ONLINE only latest by 23:59 hours of 27.11.2025.

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

(a) ONLY ONE online application through any of the official website of the RRBs is required to be submitted by the candidate.
(b) The recruitment process shall involve 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT), Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST)/Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (as applicable) and Document Verification/Medical Examination. Selection is made strictly as per merit, on the basis of above-mentioned recruitment stages.
(c) The date, time and venue for all the activities viz. CBTs, CBTST/CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Examination or any other additional activity as applicable shall be fixed by the RRBs and shall be intimated to the eligible candidates in due course. Request for postponement of any of the above activity or for change of venue, date and shift will not be entertained under any circumstances.

NOTE:-
Candidates are not permitted to use calculators and other electronic gadgets. They should not, therefore, bring the same inside the Examination Premises. If any candidate is found to possess mobile phone, Bluetooth or any other means of wireless communication, in working or switched off mode, his/her candidature shall be cancelled forthwith and he/she will be debarred from RRB examinations besides legal action as deemed fit. Candidates will have to download the city and date intimations, e-call letters and travel authority (wherever applicable) from the links provided on the official web-sites of RRBs. Candidates should read the instructions on the eCall Letter carefully and follow them scrupulously. Failure to comply with the instructions may lead to cancellation of their candidature.
Mock/Practice tests will also be made available on RRBs official website to the candidates to acquire familiarity with the online examination process.

1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)- Common for all notified posts of this CEN 06/2025

The examination duration will be 120 minutes for candidates who are eligible for use of a scribe.
The section wise distribution given in the above table is only indicative and there may be some variations in the actual question papers. There will be negative marking and 1/3 mark shall be deducted for each wrong answer.
The 1st Stage CBT is of screening nature and the standard of questions for the CBT will be generally in conformity with the educational standards prescribed for the posts. The normalized score of 1st Stage CBT shall be used for short listing of candidates for 2nd Stage CBT as per their merit. Candidates who are shortlisted for 2nd Stage CBT availing the reservation benefits of OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/EWS, PwBD and ExSM shall continue to be considered only against OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/EWS, PwBD and ExSM for all subsequent stages of recruitment process.

Minimum percentage of marks for eligibility in various categories: UR-40%, EWS- 40%, OBC (Non creamy layer) -30%, SC-30%, ST-25%. These percentages of marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2 Marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of PwBD candidates against vacancies reserved for them.

2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT):

Shortlisting of Candidates for the 2nd Stage CBT shall be based on the normalized marks obtained by them in 1st Stage CBT. Total no. of candidates to be shortlisted shall be 15 times the community wise vacancies of posts notified against the RRB as per their merit in 1st Stage CBT However, Railways reserve the right to increase/decrease this limit in total or for any specific category(s) as required to ensure availability of adequate candidates for all the notified posts.

The examination duration and number of questions for 2nd stage CBT are indicated below:

The examination duration will be 120 minutes for candidates who are eligible for use of a scribe.

The section wise distribution given in the above table is only indicative and there may be some variations in the actual question papers. There will be negative marking and 1/3 mark shall be deducted for each wrong answer.

Minimum percentage of marks for eligibility in various categories: UR-40%, EWS- 40%, OBC (Non creamy layer)-30%, SC30%, ST-25%. These percentages of marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2 Marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of PwBD candidates against vacancies reserved for them.

The normalized marks scored by the candidate in the 2nd stage CBT shall be used for short listing the candidates for document verification for the posts which do not have Typing Skill Test/Computer based Aptitude Test. For the posts having Typing Skill Test/Computer based Aptitude Test, the normalized marks scored by the candidate in the 2nd stage CBT shall be used for
shortlisting the candidates for Typing Skill Test/Computer based Aptitude Test.
Normalization of marks: Short listing of Candidates for various stages shall be based on the normalized marks obtained by them whenever CBT is conducted in multiple sessions for the same syllabus.
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) will be conducted after qualifying the 2nd Stage CBT (Only for candidates who have opted for Station Master / Traffic Assistant)

Qualifying marks: The candidates need to secure a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each of the test batteries to qualify. This is applicable to all candidates irrespective of community or category i.e. irrespective of SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/ExSM and no relaxation in the minimum T-Score is permissible.
Candidates equal to 8 times the number of vacancies of Station Master / Traffic Assistant for each of the communities i.e. UR, OBC-NCL, SC, ST and EWS (including ExSM) shall be short listed for CBAT based on their performance in 2nd Stage CBT from among the candidates who have opted for the post of Station Master / Traffic Assistant. Such shortlisted candidates should produce the Vision Certificate in the prescribed format as per Annexure VII in original during CBAT, failing which they will not be permitted to appear in the CBAT. Candidates have to submit declaration in Annexure VII(A) during DV.
Candidates will have to qualify in each of the test batteries of CBAT for considering them for the post of Station Master (SM) / Traffic Assistant. The CBAT shall have questions and answer options only in English and Hindi. There shall be no negative marking in CBAT.
The Station Master /Traffic Assistant merit list will be drawn only from amongst the candidates qualifying in the CBAT, with 70% weightage for the marks obtained in the 2nd Stage CBT and 30% weightage for the marks obtained in CBАТ.
Candidates are advised to visit websites of RDSO (www.rdso.indianrailways.gov.in >Directorates->Psycho Technical Directorate ->Guidelines for Aptitude Test) for question patterns and other details of CBAT.

Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST):

For the posts of Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist. Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) of qualifying nature (marks obtained in typing skill test shall not be added for making merit) shall be conducted for which the number of candidates equal to eight times the number of vacancies for each of the community shall be called for. The candidates should be able to type 30 words per minute (WPM) in English or 25 WPM in Hindi on Personal Computer only without editing tools and spell check facility. For guidelines of those who appear for typing skill test in Hindi, Kruti Dev and Mangal font shall be made available for typing skill test on Personal Computer. Exemption in Typing Skill Test may be extended to candidates who are permanently disabled due to Blindness/Low Vision, Cerebral Palsy & Loco Motor Disability with not less than 40% permanent disability. Such eligible PwBD candidates have to upload a scanned copy of Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate issued by the Competent Medical Board in the website of respective RRBs before conduct of typing skill test in the format at Annexure V(H). The merit will be drawn only for the candidates qualified in the CBTST or CBTST exempted PwBD candidates based on performance in 2nd Stage CBT.

The summary of the various stages of recruitment process detailed as above for the notified posts are tabulated below(Graduate Level):

The summary of the various stages of recruitment process detailed as above for the notified posts are tabulated below (Under Graduate Level):

Note: - Document verification and Medical test will be held for all the above posts.

Document verification and Empanelment:

(a) Shortlisting of candidates for Document Verification and empanelment will be made strictly on merit based on the performance of the candidate in the CBT/CBAT /CBTST (as applicable) subject to securing minimum qualifying marks prescribed for their communities. Minimum qualifying mark prescribed for UR/EWS is 40%, OBC (Non creamy layer) and SC is 30% and ST is 25%. This is also applicable to Ex. Servicemen category candidates, as per their community. If sufficient candidates for PwBD are not available 2 marks relaxation in minimum qualifying marks will be given.
(b) Based on the performance of candidates in the CBT/CBAT/CBTST (as applicable) Examination candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be called for document verification (1:1).
(c) In case two or more candidates secure equal marks, their merit position shall be determined by age criteria i.e., the older candidate shall be given higher merit than the younger candidate and in case age being same, then alphabetical order (A to Z) of the name shall be taken into account to break the tie.
(d) During document verification, candidates will have to produce their original certificates. No additional time will be given and the candidature of the candidates not producing their original certificates on the date of verification is liable to be forfeited.
(e) Empanelment of candidates will be based on merit and subject to successful completion of document verification and passing prescribed medical examination.
(f) Appointment of selected candidates is subject to their passing requisite Medical Fitness Test to be conducted by the Railway Administration/RRB, final verification of educational and community certificates and verification of antecedents/character of the candidates.
(g) On completion of all stages of recruitment process, RRB will allot Railway zone/Production unit as per the option of eligible candidates, subject to merit, medical standard and vacancy position. Once candidates are empanelled, as per their merit and choice, they will forfeit the right to be considered for their preference in the next priority zone/unit. However, RRBS
also reserve the right to allot Railway zone/unit, which is/are not opted by the candidate, if considered in administrative interest, subject to the candidates' meeting eligibility requirements.
(h) Candidates may please note that RRBs only recommend names of empanelled candidates to the Railway Administrations concerned. The offer of appointment is issued only by the respective Railway Administrations.
(i) In case of any shortfall in empanelment or other exigencies, RRBs reserve the right to utilise the candidates down in the merit list if required, as per merit and options of such candidates. This however, will not confer any vested right on such candidates to be considered for appointment.

Candidates are requested to keep checking the official websites as the RRB releases the RRB NTPC exam dates on the websites of respective  Regional RRBs. To know more about the zone wise official websites, do check the below table:

 RRB Zonal Portals

 Indian railway is divided into various zones. All the zonal boards release separate vacancies for various posts. The various zones are mentioned in the following table. Candidates must apply separately for all the regional posts.

 

 RRB NTPC Apply Online
 NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Category) Exam is conducted by RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) for recruiting candidates for the various posts  like Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerks, Goods guard, etc. The application process is one of the most important steps of the recruitment  process & candidates applying for RRB NTPC 2025 must know how to apply for RRB NTPC 2025 exam as any incorrect or blank information in the  mandatory fields will result into disqualification of the candidature. So the candidates should know how to apply for RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025  along with the detail of important documents to be uploaded in the application form. The candidates need to apply for RRB NTPC 2025 directly  from the official website of RRB as per the Zone for which they are applying.

 Procedure for RRB NTPC apply online

Candidates must read all the information and instructions given the detailed CEN carefully before filling the ONLINE application to prevent mistakes.

Create an Account

Create an Account with RRBs:

Candidate must first create an account for this CEN by using the link provided on the official RRB websites listed in below table . Candidates who have already created an account for previous RRB CENs should use the same login credentials to apply for this CEN as well using the link provided on the official websites of RRBS.
A valid personal mobile number and active email ID are mandatory for receiving OTPs required during account creation.
No changes will be allowed to the details entered in the "Create an Account" form later, including the mobile number and email ID.
Therefore, candidates are strongly advised to enter all information carefully and accurately, as corrections or modifications will be permitted after account creation.

Identity Authentication Advisory

Candidates are strongly advised, in their own interest, to authenticate their identity using DigiLocker Aadhaar during the "Create an Account" process.
Doing so will facilitate a smoother and faster verification at various stages of the recruitment process.
Please note that applicants who choose to verify their identity through alternate Photo IDs will be subject to significantly stricter and more detailed scrutiny at every stage of recruitment.

General Guidelines for submission of Online applications

a) Candidates must use only the link provided on the official RRB websites for applying against this CEN. Please read all the information and instructions given in the detailed CEN carefully before filling up the ONLINE application.
b) Candidates must fill the ONLINE application form with correct information and re-check before submission. 
c) Applicant will not be able to make any correction in the ONLINE application after submission of the application.
d) Medium of Examination: Questions for CBTs will be available in English, Hindi and 13 regional Indian languages (viz., Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu). Accordingly, candidates must choose their medium of examination from any one amongst those listed in the ONLINE application form. CBTs questions will be displayed in the language opted and in English.
e) Order of Zone Preferences under chosen RRB: The candidate must provide order of Zone preference for the notified post.
f) Multiple applications to different RRBs or same RRB, will lead to rejection of allthe applications. Any attempt to submit more than one application by a candidate against this CEN shall result in disqualification and debarment from the recruitment process.
g) After submission of application, candidate will be directed to opt for the mode of payment of examination fee as explained in para 7.1 (In Detailed Notification) and complete the payment process.
IMPORTANT: Please be cautious about the genuineness of the mode of payment as well as Last Date for payment of Application fee payment for the submitted applications against this CEN. While making payment avoid unauthorised websites.
h) Finally, acceptance of ONLINE application will happen only after receiving confirmation of fee payment. The applicant will receive a confirmation on successful payment ONLINE through email & SMS.

 RRB NTPC Application Fee

 Candidates need to pay the RRB NTPC application fees within the time specified in the official notification otherwise without payment the  candidature shall be deemed cancelled.
 The RRB NTPC online application fee for different category candidates are as mentioned below:

NOTE: Only candidates on appearing in 1st stage CBT will get a refund of their examination fee as mentioned above.

 RRB NTPC Syllabus  Stage I CBT

 A total 100 questions will be asked in the 1st Stage exam of  RRB NTPC which needs to be completed within a time limit of 90 minutes. The Syllabus of RRB NTPC Stage I exam is mentioned below.

Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance,  Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics etc.
General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences,  Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement- Conclusion, Statement Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs etc.
General Awareness: Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and  Places of India, General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic  Geography of India and World, Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, General Scientific and Technological  Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN and Other important World Organizations, Environmental Issues  Concerning India and World at Large, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India,  Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government  and Public Sector Organizations of India etc.

 RRB NTPC Syllabus  Stage 2 CBT

A total 120 questions will be asked in the 2nd Stage exam  of RRB NTPC which needs to be completed within a time limit of 90 minutes. The Syllabus of RRB NTPC Stage 2 exam is mentioned below 

 Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance,  Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics etc. 
General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences,  Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement- Conclusion, Statement Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs etc.
General Awareness: Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and  Places of India, General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic  Geography of India and World, Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, General Scientific and Technological  Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN and Other important World Organizations, Environmental Issues  Concerning India and World at Large, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India,  Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government  and Public Sector Organizations of India etc.

 RRB NTPC Previous Year Cut Offs

 Previous Years RRB NTPC Cut-Off Marks

 The following table shows the region-wise RRB NTPC Cut-off of the year 2015-2016

 

 Vacancies

RRB NTPC Vacancies for Graduate Posts 2025

Below are the complete post-wise details of RRB NTPC Vacancy.

RRB NTPC Vacancies for Under Graduate Posts 2025

RRB-wise & Railway Zone-wise detailed distribution of vacancies is given in the Annexure B (In the Detailed Notifiction)

 RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: Salary & Job Profile

 RRB NTPC Salary (Graduate Posts)

 RRB NTPC Salary (Under Graduate Posts)

RRB NTPC Job Responsibilities:

 Check out the Job Profile/responsibilities as per the various posts released by RRB:

Job Responsibilities for RRB NTPC Graduates

 Job Responsibilities for RRB NTPC Undergraduates

 

 Eligibility Criteria

 RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria

The candidates applying for RRB NTPC Exam must satisfy various eligibility criteria like age, educational qualification, nationality as defined by  the board. The candidate who does not satisfy the eligibility criteria will be rejected so always go through the official notification in order to cross  check the eligibility criteria. The candidates applying for this examination must be between 18-30 years of age for undergraduate posts and 18-33  years for Graduate posts.

  Age Limit for RRB NTPC Recruitment - (Graduate Posts)

AGE LIMIT:

Age Relaxation in upper age limit / maximum upper age for the following categories / communities in the table below are applicable subject to submission of requisite certificates.

i) If a candidate is eligible for age relaxation on more than one ground, he/she will get the maximum amongst the relaxations for which he/she is eligible (not cumulative).
ii) SC, ST & OBC (NCL) candidates applying against UR vacancies will not be eligible to get any age relaxation.
iii) PwBD candidates applying against UR vacancies will be allowed age relaxation applicable for PwBD (UR) only – subject to conditions of suitability.
iv) Age relaxation to PwBD & ExSM candidates will be as given in para 5.2 (In the detailed notification)

Minimum Education Qualifications

 STANDARDS OF MEDICAL FITNESS: 

Candidates called for DV will have to pass requisite medical fitness test(s) conducted by the Railway Administration to ensure that they are medically fit to carry out the duties connected with the post(s) opted for, by them. Visual Acuity Standard is an important medical fitness for railway service. The medical requirements against different medical standards for different categories are outlined below:

Note:
(a) The above medical standards are indicative, not exhaustive and applicable to all candidates in general. For details, candidates are advised to read Chapter 5 of Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) Vol. I, which can be accessed at www.indianrailways.gov.in. Candidates must ensure that they are medically fit and eligible as per prescribed medical standards for the posts opted for by them.
(b) Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other surgery procedure to correct refractory error are not eligible for the post having Medical Standard A-2 in this CEN.
(c) Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other surgery procedure to correct refractory error are eligible for the post(s) having Medical Standard B-2, C-2 as per condition(s) mentioned in Railway Board letter 2022/H/5/1/NER/Dalbir dtd 25.08.2022 [placed at Annexure - VIII].
(d) Medical Standard for PwBD as detailed in Para 511 (7) of Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) Volume I, which may be accessed at  www.indianrailways.gov.in/railwayboard/uploads/codesmanual/MMVoll/chapter5.pdf
(e) Medical standards for Ex-Servicemen are different, as detailed in Para 534 of Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM) Vol. 1, which can be accessed at www.indianrailways.gov.in.
(f) Candidates are advised to ensure that they are eligible as per the medical standards for the post(s) opted by them. In case of failure of the candidate to pass in the prescribed medical fitness/standard of the post(s), he/she will not be considered for empanelment for the post(s) and also no alternate appointment will be provided by Railways.
(g) If a candidate fails to acquire the required medical standards for the post(s) during his initial medical examination, he/she may be offered one last and final opportunity to prefer Medical Appeal on payment of prescribed charges, with laid down conditions. Candidates who availed the medical appeal option, within the allowed time, the result of medical test in the appeal is final & binding on a candidate. The candidates who have not availed medical appeal option within the allowed time, their initial medical examination result will only be considered

Age Limit for RRB NTPC Recruitment - (Undergraduate Posts)

AGE LIMIT The lower and upper age limits indicated for a particular post(s) in the vacancy table will be reckoned as on 01.01.2026

Date of birth of candidates should be between the dates given below:(Both dates inclusive)

 RRB NTPC Educational Qualification (Undergraduate Posts)

STANDARDS OF MEDICAL FITNESS (Undergraduate Posts) : Candidates called for DV will have to pass requisite medical fitness test(s) conducted by the Railway Administration to ensure that they are medically fit to carry out the duties connected with the post(s) opted for, by them. Visual Acuity Standard is an important medical fitness for railway service. The medical requirements against different medical standards for different categories are outlined below: