RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Schedule Out: Check CBT 1 Dates, Eligibility, and Preparation Tips

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the exam dates for the RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment cycle. This recruitment drive is one of the most anticipated competitive exams in India, offering thousands of job opportunities in the Indian Railways under the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC).

From clerks to traffic assistants, goods guards to station masters, the NTPC recruitment opens the door to a secure and prestigious government career. If you’re aspiring to crack this exam, here’s everything you need to know about the CBT 1 schedule, eligibility criteria, selection process, and preparation tips for RRB NTPC 2025.

🔔 RRB NTPC 2025 CBT 1 Exam: Key Highlights

• Exam Name: RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories)
• Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
• Stages of Exam: CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test/Computer Based Aptitude Test, and Document Verification
• Exam Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
• Total Vacancies (Expected): 35,000+
• CBT 1 Exam Dates: Likely from August to September 2025 (official confirmation awaited)

📅 RRB NTPC 2025 Important Dates (Tentative)

Note: These are tentative dates. Candidates should regularly visit the official RRB websites for region-wise updates.

📋 RRB NTPC Posts and Job Roles

The RRB NTPC exam is conducted for various undergraduate and graduate posts. Here’s a breakdown:

Undergraduate Posts (12th Pass Eligible)

• Junior Clerk cum Typist
• Accounts Clerk cum Typist
• Junior Time Keeper
• Trains Clerk
• Commercial cum Ticket Clerk

Graduate Level Posts (Bachelor’s Degree Required)

• Traffic Assistant
• Goods Guard
• Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
• Senior Clerk cum Typist
• Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
• Senior Time Keeper
• Commercial Apprentice
• Station Master

✅ RRB NTPC 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Undergraduate Posts: 10+2 pass from a recognized board
• Graduate Posts: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)

• Undergraduate Posts: 18 to 30 years
• Graduate Posts: 18 to 33 years
• Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories (OBC/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) as per government norms.

🧠 RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Pattern

➤ CBT 1 (Common for All Posts)

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

➤ CBT 2 (Post-specific)

• Pattern varies slightly depending on the post applied.
• Includes questions from subjects similar to CBT 1 but at a higher difficulty level.

📌 RRB NTPC 2025 Selection Process

1. CBT 1 (Screening Stage)
2. CBT 2 (Main Exam)
3. Typing Skill Test / CBAT (Post-specific)
4. Document Verification & Medical Exam

📚 Preparation Tips for RRB NTPC 2025

1. Understand the Syllabus

Before starting preparation, go through the official syllabus and previous year’s question papers to understand the exam pattern and topic weightage.

2. Daily Study Plan

• Allocate 6–8 hours daily
• Focus on high-scoring sections like General Awareness and Reasoning
• Set weekly and monthly targets

3. Mock Tests and Practice

• Attempt online mock tests regularly
• Analyze your performance and work on weak areas
• Practice time management techniques

4. Stay Updated

• For General Awareness, read newspapers daily and refer to monthly current affairs magazines
• Focus on static GK, Indian Railways-related facts, Budget & Policies

5. Previous Year Papers

• Solving previous year papers gives you an idea of question trends
• Try solving papers within the actual exam time limit

👨‍💼 Why Choose RRB NTPC as a Career?

• Government Job Security
• Attractive Pay Scale and Benefits
• Pension and Other Allowances
• Growth Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance

📎 Documents Required at the Time of Application

• Scanned Photograph and Signature
• Class 10th and 12th Marksheet (if applicable)
• Graduation Certificate (for graduate-level posts)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (if required)
• Disability Certificate (if claiming PwBD reservation)

🏁 Final Words

The RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming to secure a central government job in the Indian Railways. With a clear exam calendar, structured preparation, and consistent effort, you can crack the NTPC exam and achieve your goal.

Keep an eye on the official RRB website for the release of the detailed notification and regional announcements. Start your preparation today — the competition is tough, but with the right strategy, success is within reach!