What is RRB NTPC?
RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) exam along with the paper pattern in a table format:
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
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Conducting Body
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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
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Exam Level
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National Level
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Exam Frequency
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Once a year
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Exam Mode
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Online
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Stages |
2 (Computer Based Test, Typing Skill Test/Aptitude Test)
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Exam Duration
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90 minutes for CBT 1, 120 minutes for CBT 2
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Exam Language
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English, Hindi, and Regional Languages
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Eligibility |
Must have passed 12th standard or equivalent from a recognized board
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Age Limit
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18 to 33 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
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Application Process
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Online |
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Application Fee
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Rs. 500 (Women candidates, candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen categories, and candidates who have paid the fee for the previous exam cycle are exempted from paying the fee)
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Selection Process
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Computer Based Test (CBT), Typing Skill Test/Aptitude Test
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CBT 1 Exam Pattern:
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|---|
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General Awareness
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40 |
40 |
90 Minutes
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Mathematics
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30 |
30 |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning
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30 |
30 |
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Total
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100
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100
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Note:
- The CBT 1 exam is conducted online (computer-based test).
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- The difficulty level of the questions varies from easy to moderate.
CBT 2 Exam Pattern:
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|---|
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General Awareness
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50 |
50 |
90 Minutes
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Mathematics
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35 |
35 |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning
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35 |
35 |
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Total
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120
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120
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Note:
- The CBT 2 exam is conducted online (computer-based test).
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- The difficulty level of the questions varies from easy to moderate.
Typing Skill Test/Aptitude Test:
Candidates who qualify the CBT 2 exam are called for the Typing Skill Test/Aptitude Test as per the requirements of the post they have applied for.
Note:
- The exam dates, application deadlines, and other details may vary each year. Candidates are advised to check the official website of RRB for the latest updates.
- The syllabus and exam pattern may also undergo changes from time to time.
RRB NTPC Eligibility – Educational Qualification in table
Sure, here is the RRB NTPC Eligibility criteria regarding educational qualification in a table format:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
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Junior Clerk cum Typist
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12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Accounts Clerk cum Typist
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12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Junior Time Keeper
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12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Trains Clerk
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12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
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12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Traffic Assistant
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A University Degree or its equivalent.
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Goods Guard
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A University Degree or its equivalent.
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Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
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A University Degree or its equivalent.
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Senior Clerk cum Typist
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A University Degree or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
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A University Degree or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Senior Time Keeper
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A University Degree or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate. 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates.
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Commercial Apprentice
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A University Degree or its equivalent.
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Station Master
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A University Degree or its equivalent.
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Note: The educational qualifications mentioned above are as per the latest RRB NTPC notification. However, candidates are advised to check the official notification for the latest updates and eligibility criteria.
