14/02/2026
🎯 RRB NTPC Exam Overview
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Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Posts: Graduate & Undergraduate level non-technical roles in Indian Railways (e.g., Station Master, Train Clerk, Commercial Apprentice)
Selection Stages:
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Typing/CBAT (if applicable) → Document Verification & Medical
Mode: Computer-Based Test
Total Time: 90 mins per CBT
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer
🧠 Syllabus – Core Subjects
The NTPC syllabus includes 3 major subjects common to both CBT 1 and CBT 2:
1️⃣ Mathematics
Focuses on arithmetic, data interpretation, geometry, and problem-solving skills. Questions increase in complexity in CBT 2.
Topics to Cover:
Number System (LCM, HCF, Decimals, Fractions)
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage
Profit & Loss, Discounts
Time and Work, Time, Speed & Distance
Simple & Compound Interest
Averages, Ages, Allegation & Mixtures
Mensuration (2D & 3D)
Algebra (linear & basic quadratic)
Geometry & Trigonometry
Elementary Statistics & Data Interpretation (tables/graphs/charts)
2️⃣ General Intelligence & Reasoning
Tests logical and analytical thinking, pattern recognition, and decision-making.
Key Areas:
Analogies
Number & Alphabet Series
Coding–Decoding
Mathematical Operations
Relationships & Similarities/Differences
Syllogism
Venn Diagrams
Puzzles
Data Sufficiency
Sequence & Pattern Completion
Statement – Conclusion / Courses of Action
Decision Making
Graph & Map Interpretation
3️⃣ General Awareness (GK)
A high-weight section covering both static and current knowledge.
Important Topics:
Current Affairs: National & International events
History: India & World, Freedom Struggle
Geography: Physical, Social & Economic (India & World)
Indian Polity: Constitution, Governance, Political System
Indian Economy & Flagship Government Programs
Science & Technology: Basic science, environment, space, nuclear
Biology & Life Science (CBSE-level)
Computer Basics & Applications
Monuments, Culture, Art & Literature of India
Important Organizations (UN, World Banks, etc.)
Transport Systems, Famous Personalities, Awards & Books
Flora, Fauna & Ecology
🧩 Exam Pattern (CBT 1 vs CBT 2)
🧠 CBT 1 (100 Marks – 90 Mins)
Subject
Questions
Marks
Mathematics
30
30
General Intelligence & Reasoning
30
30
General Awareness
40
40
Negative marking: −1/3 for each wrong answer �
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🧠 CBT 2 (120 Marks – 90 Mins)
Same subjects, but more advanced and analytical questions
Mathematics, Reasoning & General Awareness spread roughly as:
General Awareness ~50 marks
Mathematics ~35 marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning ~35 marks �
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📌 Preparation Tips
✔ Start with basics: Focus on fundamentals in Maths & Reasoning
✔ Current affairs: Read newspapers + monthly GK compilations
✔ Mock tests & PYQs: Solve previous year papers for pattern insights
✔ Revision strategy: Weekly revision + sectional quizzes improves retention