What is RRB NTPC?
The Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC) 2026 examination recruits candidates for various graduate and undergraduate level posts in the Indian Railways, including Junior Clerk cum Typist, Account Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Trains Clerk, Station Master, and more. It is one of the largest recruitment drives in India with thousands of vacancies.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate posts: Bachelor's degree. Undergraduate posts: 12th pass. Age: 18–30 years (varies by post). Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen.
Exam Pattern 2026
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| CBT I | Online | 100 Q | 100 | 90 min |
| CBT II | Online | 120 Q | 120 | 90 min |
| Skill Test / Typing Test | As applicable | — | Qualifying | — |
Syllabus Overview
- Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportions, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mensuration, Geometry.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Number & Alphabetical Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Venn Diagrams, Data Sufficiency.
- General Awareness: Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics, Current Affairs (last 6 months).
Expected Cut-offs 2026
CBT I (General): 50–60/100. CBT II cutoffs vary by post category. Final selection depends on merit and document verification.
Preparation Tips
- Focus on speed and accuracy — 90 minutes for 100 questions means <1 min per question.
- Master shortcut methods for arithmetic — percentage, SI/CI, time & work.
- Practice Railways-specific GK: history, zones, important stations, technology initiatives.
- Take at least 3 full mock tests per week in the final 2 months.
- Revise government schemes related to Railways and transport sector.
Important Books & Resources
- Arihant — RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers (Solved)
- R S Aggarwal — Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations
- Lucent's — General Knowledge
- Kiran Prakashan — RRB NTPC CBT I & II Guide
- Mahendra Publication — Railways GK
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