RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam :
Complete Guide (Exam Date, Pattern, Cut-Off, Salary, Selection & More)
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) NTPC exam is one of the most sought-after government exams in India. It offers a golden opportunity for 12th-pass (undergraduate) candidates to secure prestigious positions in Indian Railways.
Let’s explore the RRB NTPC Undergraduate category in detail—exam dates, eligibility, exam pattern, selection process, syllabus, cut-off, salary, and posts.
🔔 Exam Date for RRB NTPC Undergraduate
As of July 2025, the RRB has not officially released the notification for the next RRB NTPC Undergraduate exam. However, it is expected that the next cycle will be announced in late 2025, with the exam scheduled in early 2026.
Stay updated by visiting the official RRB websites:
- www.rrbcdg.gov.in
- Regional RRB sites (like RRB Mumbai, RRB Kolkata, etc.)
🧾 RRB NTPC Exam: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Qualification Required | 12th Pass (Undergraduate) |
| Selection Stages | CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing/Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical |
| Posts Offered | Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Time Keeper, Train Clerk, etc. |
| Salary Range | ₹19,900 to ₹21,700 + allowances |
| Job Location | All over India |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB NTPC Main Website
📋 RRB NTPC Posts for Undergraduate Candidates
These posts require only 12th pass (HSC) qualification:
- Junior Clerk cum Typist
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist
- Junior Time Keeper
- Train Clerk
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
All these jobs are non-technical in nature and involve clerical or ticketing responsibilities.
📊 Vacancy (Expected)
In the previous cycle (2019 Notification), a total of 35,208 vacancies were announced, out of which over 10,000 were for undergraduate posts. The upcoming notification may announce a similar or slightly updated number of vacancies depending on departmental requirements.
🧠 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed 10+2 (12th) from a recognized board.
- Typing skill is required for posts like Clerk and Typist.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC, and other categories as per rules.
📝 RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
📍 Stage 1 – CBT 1 (Common for all posts)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 mins |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 mins |
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every wrong answer.
📍 Stage 2 – CBT 2
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | 90 mins |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 90 mins |
- CBT 2 is specific to the post applied for.
- Cut-off varies regionally and by category.
🧮 Typing Skill Test / Computer-Based Aptitude Test
Only for applicable posts like Clerk/Typist. Candidates must type:
- 30 words per minute in English OR
- 25 words per minute in Hindi
No editing tools/spell check allowed.
📁 Document Verification & Medical Test
Candidates who qualify CBTs and skill tests are called for Document Verification and Medical Fitness Test conducted at RRB-approved centers.
📚 Syllabus for RRB NTPC Undergraduate
🔹 General Awareness
- Current Affairs (National and International)
- Indian History, Geography, Polity
- Economy
- Environmental Issues
- Railways in India
- Important Days and Events
- Science & Technology
- Awards and Honors
🔹 Mathematics
- Number System
- Percentages
- Time and Work
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Ratio and Proportion
- Averages
- Time, Speed, and Distance
- Mensuration
- Data Interpretation
🔹Reasoning & General Intelligence
- Analogies
- Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Puzzles
- Blood Relations
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagrams
- Decision Making
- Statement & Conclusion
📉 Previous Year Cut-Offs
Example (RRB NTPC CBT 1 – General Category)
| Region | Cut-Off (General) |
|---|---|
| RRB Mumbai | 77.49 |
| RRB Allahabad | 74.68 |
| RRB Chennai | 71.53 |
| RRB Kolkata | 79.50 |
| RRB Patna | 78.63 |
Cut-offs vary each year based on:
- Number of applicants
- Difficulty level
- Number of vacancies
- Reservation norms
💼 Salary & Perks for NTPC Undergraduate Posts
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Salary (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Train Clerk | 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | ₹21,700 |
✨ Perks & Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Night Duty Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Pension after retirement (under NPS)
🧭 Selection Process Summary
- CBT 1 – Common for all posts (qualifying in nature)
- CBT 2 – Post-specific
- Skill/Typing Test – If applicable
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List – Based on CBT 2 + Skill Test (if any)
📝 How to Prepare for RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam?
- Start early – Cover the complete syllabus with NCERTs and RRB practice books.
- Mock Tests – Attempt daily mock tests and analyze your mistakes.
- Previous Papers – Solve past 5-year question papers.
- Current Affairs – Read daily news and monthly magazines.
- Typing Practice – Use free online tools for English/Hindi typing.
📦 Final Tips
- Follow only official RRB notifications.
- Use RRB NTPC books from reputed publishers like Arihant, Lucent, R.S. Aggarwal.
- Stay consistent in preparation and take care of medical fitness too.
📌 Conclusion
The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam is a golden opportunity for 12th-pass candidates to get a stable government job in Indian Railways. With good preparation and smart strategy, cracking this exam is achievable. Keep an eye on the official RRB website for the next notification, and start preparing now to stay ahead of the competition.
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