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RRB NTPC Syllabus Guide 2026
Graduate & Undergraduate Level Exam- Conducting Body
- Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Exam Mode
- Online
- Exam Level
- 12th Pass & Graduate
- Selection Process
- CBT 1, CBT 2, Skill Test, DV, Medical
- Official Website
- indianrailways.gov.in
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Overview
RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) Examination is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) to recruit candidates for various graduate and undergraduate level non-technical posts in Indian Railways including Station Master, Goods Guard, Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Commercial Apprentice, Traffic Assistant and other posts.
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Syllabus
The RRB NTPC syllabus is divided into 3 subjects. Review each section topic-wise before starting mock tests and previous year papers.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Classification
- Puzzle
- Blood Relations
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy
- General Science
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Exam Pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 |
| 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes | 1/3 Marks |
| CBT 2 |
| 120 | 120 | 90 Minutes | 1/3 Marks |
| Typing Skill Test / CBAT (Post Wise) |
| - | Qualifying | As Scheduled | No |
- Stage
- CBT 1
- Subjects
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- Questions
- 100
- Marks
- 100
- Duration
- 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 1/3 Marks
- Stage
- CBT 2
- Subjects
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- Questions
- 120
- Marks
- 120
- Duration
- 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 1/3 Marks
- Stage
- Typing Skill Test / CBAT (Post Wise)
- Subjects
- Typing / Aptitude
- Questions
- -
- Marks
- Qualifying
- Duration
- As Scheduled
- Negative Marking
- No
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Syllabus Guide
Study Strategy
Complete RRB NTPC preparation strategy
Coming SoonRecommended Books
Best books for Mathematics, Reasoning & GK
Coming SoonPrevious Year Papers
RRB NTPC previous year papers with solutions
Coming Soon90-Day Study Plan
Subject-wise preparation schedule
Coming SoonPrevious Year Cutoff
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Cutoff (Out of 100)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 72.00 - 78.00 (Expected) | 68.00 - 74.00 (Expected) | 60.00 - 66.00 (Expected) | 55.00 - 61.00 (Expected) | 66.00 - 72.00 (Expected) |
| 2024 | 71.50 | 65.80 | 58.20 | 53.40 | 64.10 |
| 2021 | 68.24 | 62.17 | 54.39 | 48.58 | 56.72 |
- Year
- 2026
- General
- 72.00 - 78.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 68.00 - 74.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 60.00 - 66.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 55.00 - 61.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 66.00 - 72.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2024
- General
- 71.50
- OBC
- 65.80
- SC
- 58.20
- ST
- 53.40
- EWS
- 64.10
- Year
- 2021
- General
- 68.24
- OBC
- 62.17
- SC
- 54.39
- ST
- 48.58
- EWS
- 56.72
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Cutoff (Out of 120)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 82.00 - 90.00 (Expected) | 78.00 - 85.00 (Expected) | 68.00 - 75.00 (Expected) | 62.00 - 68.00 (Expected) | 76.00 - 83.00 (Expected) |
| 2024 | 84.33 | 80.66 | 71.00 | 65.33 | 78.50 |
| 2022 | 77.33 | 72.66 | 62.00 | 57.33 | 67.00 |
- Year
- 2026
- General
- 82.00 - 90.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 78.00 - 85.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 68.00 - 75.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 62.00 - 68.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 76.00 - 83.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2024
- General
- 84.33
- OBC
- 80.66
- SC
- 71.00
- ST
- 65.33
- EWS
- 78.50
- Year
- 2022
- General
- 77.33
- OBC
- 72.66
- SC
- 62.00
- ST
- 57.33
- EWS
- 67.00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is RRB NTPC?
RRB NTPC is a Railway recruitment examination conducted for various graduate and undergraduate non-technical posts in Indian Railways.
Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC?
Yes. One-third (1/3) mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.
What is the qualification required for RRB NTPC?
The educational qualification depends on the post. Undergraduate posts require 12th pass, while graduate posts require a Bachelor's Degree.
Is there a typing test in RRB NTPC?
Yes. Typing Skill Test or Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) is conducted for specific posts only.
How many attempts are allowed in RRB NTPC?
There is no fixed attempt limit. Candidates can apply until they satisfy the prescribed age and eligibility criteria.
Which posts are available through RRB NTPC?
Popular posts include Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Commercial Apprentice, Traffic Assistant, Senior Clerk, Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk and others.
What is the salary of RRB NTPC posts?
Salary varies by post and pay level, generally ranging from Pay Level 2 to Pay Level 6 along with railway allowances.
Is the RRB NTPC exam conducted every year?
RRB NTPC recruitment is conducted whenever vacancies are announced by the Railway Recruitment Boards.