Here are the key features of the RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) examination pattern:

1. Stages of the Exam

The RRB NTPC exam is conducted in multiple stages:

  1. CBT 1 (Computer Based Test - Stage 1)

  2. CBT 2 (Computer Based Test - Stage 2)

  3. Typing Skill Test / Computer Based Aptitude Test (as applicable)

  4. Document Verification and Medical Examination

2. CBT 1 (Stage 1) Pattern

Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)

Total Questions: 100

Duration: 90 minutes

Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer

Section No. of Questions Marks
General Awareness 40 40
Mathematics 30 30
General Intelligence & Reasoning 30 30
Total 100 100
3. CBT 2 (Stage 2) Pattern
More advanced than CBT 1
Total Questions: 120
Duration: 90 minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer
Section No. of Questions Marks
General Awareness 50 50
Mathematics 35 35
General Intelligence & Reasoning 35 35
Total 120 120

4. Typing Skill Test (TST) (for certain posts like Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, etc.)

Candidates must type:

30 words per minute in English, or

25 words per minute in Hindi

Qualifying in nature – marks not added to final merit

5. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (for posts like Station Master, Traffic Assistant)

Conducted only for those who qualify in CBT 2

No negative marking

Qualifying marks: Minimum 42 in each test battery

6. Document Verification & Medical Examination

Based on performance in previous stages and post preference

Medical standards differ by post.