Indian Railways conducts the RRB NTPC exam to recruit candidates for various non-technical positions. NTPC stands for Non-Technical Popular Categories, and the exam is conducted to fill vacancies for posts such as clerks, station masters, goods guards, etc. The process of selection for the RRB NTPC exam includes a computer-based test (CBT), followed by a skill test or typing test. The exam is organised in multiple stages, and the final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the CBT and subsequent rounds. The RRB NTPC exam is highly competitive, and lakhs of candidates apply for it every year.
To be eligible for the RRB NTPC 2023 exam, candidates must meet certain educational qualifications and age criteria. They must have completed their 10+2 education from a recognized university or board and must be between 18 and 33 years of age. The age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to certain reserved categories as per the government rules. The RRB NTPC exam is not only a great opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the Indian Railways but also offers a lucrative salary package and other benefits. Therefore, the exam attracts a large number of candidates from all over the country, making it one of the most competitive exams of our country, India.
Below are the essential highlights of the RRB NTPC 2023 Recruitment examination:
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts Offered | Clerks, Station Masters, Goods Guards, etc. |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT)(Offline) |
| Number of Stages | Multiple (usually 2-3) |
| Eligibility | 10+2 education from a recognized university or university |
| Age Limit | Between 18 and 33 years (age relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Selection Process | CBT, Skill Test/Typing Test, Document Verification |
| Application Process | Online, through RRB website |
| Exam Frequency | Conducted annually, or as per recruitment requirement |
The examination dates for RRB NTPC 2023 have been provided below as announced:
| Events | Tentative Dates | Official |
| Release of official Notification | February 2023 (Last week) | Not Yet Released |
| Start of Online application form Submission | March 2023 | Not Yet Released |
| Last date of Online form submission | April 2023 | Not Yet Released |
| Last date of Fee submission | April 2023 | Not Yet Released |
| Admit Card release | May 2023 | Not Yet Released |
| Date of Exam CBT-1 & CBT-2 | June- December 2023 | Not Yet Released |
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is expected to offer approximately 30,000 to 35,000 vacancies for various posts in the RRB NTPC exam. The recruitment will be conducted for both junior and senior level positions, depending on the eligibility criteria. The exact number of vacancies will be announced in the official notification by the RRB.
Candidates can refer to the 2022 vacancies to get an idea about the expected number of vacancies. According to the latest notification by the RRB NTPC on January 12, 2022, the vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories have increased slightly from 35,208 to 35,281. The detailed bifurcation of the vacancies for different posts in RRB Bangalore NTPC is available for candidates to check. The RRB NTPC exam is highly competitive, and prospective candidates should check the official website of the RRB regularly for the latest updates and information regarding vacancies and the recruitment process.
Below is a table showing the estimated number of vacancies available for the RRB NTPC undergraduate-level positions:
| Name of the post | Level in 7th CPC | Initial pay (INR) | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies(All RRBs) |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 2 | 19900 | C-2 | 4300 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | 19900 | C-2 | 760 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 2 | 19900 | C-2 | 11 |
| Trains Clerk | 2 | 19900 | A-3 | 592 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | 21700 | B-2 | 4940 |
| Grand Total | 10603 | |||
The following table lists the vacancies for the RRB NTPC 2022 graduate-level positions:
| Name of the post | Level in 7th CPC | Initial pay (INR) | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies(All RRBs) |
| Traffic Assistant | 4 | 25500 | A-2 | 88 |
| Goods Guard | 5 | 29200 | A-2 | 5748 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 5 | 29200 | B-2 | 5638 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | 29200 | C-2 | 2854 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 5 | 29200 | C-2 | 3147 |
| Senior Time Keeper | 5 | 29200 | C-2 | 6 |
| Commercial Apprentice | 6 | 35400 | B-2 | 259 |
| Station Master | 6 | 35400 | A-2 | 6865 |
| Grand Total | 24605 | |||
The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC vary depending on the position. Prospective applicants should thoroughly review the eligibility requirements for the job they are interested in to confirm their eligibility. The complete details of the RRB NTPC eligibility criteria are provided below.
| Post | Age Limit |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 18-30 years |
| Assistant Clerk cum Typist | 18-30 Years |
| Junior Timekeeper | 18-30 Years |
| Trains Clerk | 18-30 Years |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 18-30 Years |
| Categories | Age Relaxations | |
| OBC NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) | Relaxation of 3 years | |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 5 years | |
| Ex-Serviceman | UR | Candidates must have a maximum age of 30 years along with the number of years of service in Defence, with an additional relaxation of 3 years. |
| OBC-NCL | Candidates must have a maximum age of 33 years along with the number of years of service in Defence, with an additional relaxation of 3 years. | |
| SC/ST | Candidates must have a maximum age of 35 years along with the number of years of service in Defence, with an additional relaxation of 3 years. | |
| PwD | UR | Relaxation of 10 years |
| OBC-NCL | Relaxation of 13 years | |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 15 years | |
| Individuals who have their domicile in Jammu and Kashmir between January 01, 1980, and December 31, 1989, are eligible to apply for the exam. | UR | Upto 35 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 38 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 40 years | |
| The exam is also open to Railway Staff, Casual Labour, Group C and D employees who have a minimum of 3 years of service. | UR | Upto 40 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 43 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 45 years | |
| Railway Canteens, Institutes, and Co-operative Societies are also eligible to apply, as well as Quasi-Administrative offices within Railway Organizations. | UR | 30 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) |
| OBC-NCL | 33 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) | |
| SC/ST | 35 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) | |
| Women who are widowed, divorced, or judicially separated but not remarried. | UR | Upto 35 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 38 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 40 years | |
| Post | Age Limit |
| Traffic Assistant | 18-33 Years |
| Goods Guard | 18-33 Years |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 18-33 Years |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 18-33 Years |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 18-33 Years |
| Senior Time Keeper | 18-33 Years |
| Commercial Apprentice | 18-33 Years |
| Station Master | 18-33 Years |
| Categories | Age Relaxations | |
| OBC NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) | Relaxation of 3 years | |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 5 years | |
| Ex-Serviceman | UR | In order to be eligible, candidates should have a maximum age of 33 years plus the number of years of service in Defence, along with an additional 3 years. |
| OBC-NCL | Candidates should have a maximum age of 36 years in addition to the number of years of service in Defence, along with an additional 3 years to be considered eligible. | |
| SC/ST | The candidate must not be older than 38 years in addition to the number of years of service in Defence, along with an additional 3 years to meet the eligibility criteria. | |
| PwD | UR | Relaxation of 10 years |
| OBC-NCL | Relaxation of 13 years | |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 15 years | |
| Domiciled candidates from Jammu and Kashmir, who were residing in the region between January 01, 1980 and December 31, 1989. | UR | Upto 38 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 41 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 43 years | |
| Railway staff, casual labourers, Group C and D employees with a minimum of 3 years of service. | UR | Upto 40 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 43 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 45 years | |
| Railway Canteens, Institutes, and Co-operative Societies are also eligible to apply, as well as Quasi-Administrative offices within Railway Organizations. | UR | 33 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) |
| OBC-NCL | 36 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) | |
| SC/ST | 38 years+ length of service/ 5 years of relaxation (whichever is lower) | |
| Women who are widowed, divorced, or judicially separated but not remarried. | UR | Upto 35 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upto 38 years | |
| SC/ST | Upto 40 years | |
EDUCATION ELIGIBILTY FOR RRB NTPC 2023
It is important for candidates who wish to apply for the RRB NTPC exam to take note of the educational criteria set by the RRB, which vary depending on the specific post they are applying for. The table below provides the minimum educational qualifications required by the RRB from a recognized university or board. Candidates must ensure that they meet these educational requirements before applying for the exam.
| Posts | Educational Qualification | Required Proficiency |
| Commercial Apprentice | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Station Master | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Goods Guard | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Degree from recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Senior Time Keeper | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Traffic Assistant | Degree from recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | – |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Junior Time Keeper | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Trains Clerk | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
It is important for candidates who wish to apply for the RRB NTPC exam to take note of the educational criteria set by the RRB, which vary depending on the specific post they are applying for. The table below provides the minimum educational qualifications required by the RRB from a recognized university or board. Candidates must ensure that they meet these educational requirements before applying for the exam.
| Posts | Educational Qualification | Required Proficiency |
| Commercial Apprentice | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Station Master | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Goods Guard | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Degree from recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Senior Time Keeper | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Traffic Assistant | Degree from recognized university or equivalent | – |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | – |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Junior Time Keeper | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
| Trains Clerk | A minimum aggregate score of 50% is required for candidates who completed the 12th grade or an equivalent examination. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen categories, the minimum aggregate score requirement is waived off. | Possess proficiency in typing in either English or Hindi language on a computer. This is a mandatory requirement for the exam. |
The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC require candidates who are pursuing graduation through distance or non-formal mode of education to fulfill at least two of the following requirements:
When it comes to the educational qualification for RRB NTPC, candidates should keep the following points in mind:
The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC exam mandates that the candidate must have one of the following nationalities as per the official notification:
Typing proficiency is required for certain posts in the RRB NTPC. Not all posts require this skill, and the ones that do are listed below.
A candidate must meet the medical requirements for the post(s) he or she is applying for. To ensure this, candidates should refer to the medical standards specified for each post. If a candidate is found to be medically unfit for the applied post(s), they will not be considered for any other appointment as an alternative.
| Post Name | Level in 7th CPC | Medical Standards |
| Commercial Apprentice (CA) | 6 | B2 |
| Station Master | 6 | A2 |
| Goods Guard | 5 | A2 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | 5 | C2 |
| Senior Clerk-Cum-typist | 5 | C2 |
| Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 5 | B2 |
| Senior Time Keeper | 5 | C2 |
| Traffic Assistant | 4 | A2 |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | B2 |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | C2 |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | C2 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 2 | C2 |
| Trains Clerk | 2 | A3 |
During the RRB NTPC document verification process, candidates are required to undergo a medical fitness test administered by the Railway Administration to confirm their ability to perform the duties related to the post(s) they have applied for. The Visual Acuity Standard is a crucial component of the railway staff’s medical fitness. The following medical standards have been established:
| Medical Standards | General Fitness | Vision Standards |
| A-2 | Physically fit in all respects | The individual must have a distance vision of 6/9 with or without glasses with no fogging test and a near vision of Sn: 0.6 with or without glasses. They must also pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision and myopic vision. |
| A-3 | Physically fit in all respects | The individual must have a distance vision of 6/9 with or without glasses with power of lenses not to exceed 2D and a near vision of Sn: 0.6 with or without glasses. They must also pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision and myopic vision. |
| B-2 | Physically fit in all respects | The individual must have a distance vision of 6/12, 6/9 with or without glasses with power of lenses not to exceed 4D and a near vision of Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when close work or reading is required. They must also pass the test for field of vision (binocular vision), etc. |
| C-2 | Physically fit in all respects | The individual must have a distance vision of 6/18, 6/12 with or without glasses and a near vision of Sn: 0.6 with or without glasses when close work or reading is required. |
The eligibility criteria for the Non-Technical Popular Categories exam released by RRB does not specify any mandatory work experience. As a result, fresh graduates without any prior work experience can apply for the examination.
It is important for candidates to do in depth review each eligibility requirement and ensure that they meet all the standards established by the RRB. During verification, candidates should also have all relevant documents readily available to avoid any last-minute complications. Those who meet the aforementioned criteria are eligible to apply for the RRB NTPC Exam.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is expected to release the application form for various posts of RRB NTPC on its official websites in March 2023. The application window is expected to remain open for 30-40 days, allowing interested candidates to apply.
Follow these steps to fill the RRB NTPC 2023 Application Form:
The application fees for RRB NTPC 2023 can be paid through both offline and online modes. Candidates can choose to make an online payment using various modes such as Netbanking, Credit/Debit/Rupay/Visa/Master Card. Alternatively, candidates can opt to pay the application fee offline through an E-challan, which requires depositing cash at SBI bank.
| Category | Application Fees |
| General & OBC Category Male | INR 500 |
| Women/SC/ST/PwD/Ex.Servicemen | INR 250 |
The RRB NTPC Exam 2023 has designated several exam centers, and candidates are assigned a center based on their preferred location as indicated in their application form.
| State/UT | Exam centers for RRB NTPC |
| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Amalapuram, Anantapur, Ongole, Bhimavaram, Challapalli, Chirala, Chittoot, Eluru, Gooty, Gudivada, Narasaraopet, Gudur, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kanchikachera, Kavali, Kurnool, Nandyal, Narasapuram, Nellore, Proddatur, Puttur, Rajahmundry, Rajam, Rajampet, Srikakulam, Surampalem, Tadepalligudem, Tekkali, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar, Naharlagun |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Kokrajhar, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar | Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Bihar Sharif, Darbhanga, Gaya, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea, Samastipur, Siwan, |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Chhattisgarh | Bilaspur, Durg, Bhilai Nagar, Raipur, |
| Delhi/NCR | Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, New Delhi, Noida |
| Goa | Verma |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Dadra, Gandhinagar, Godhra, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Mehsana, Nadiad, Navsari Rajkot, Silvassa, Surat, Surendranagar, Vadodara, Valsad, Vapi |
| Haryana | Ambala, Bahadurgarh, Gurgaon, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Mohindergarh, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar |
| Himachal Pradesh | Baddi, Bilaspur, Dharamsala, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Palampur, Shimla, Sirmaur, Solan, Sunder Nagar |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Anantnag, Awantipora, Baramulla, Jammu, Kathua, Pulwama, Samba, Srinagar, Udhampur. |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Bagalkot, Belgaum, Bellary, Bengaluru, Bidar, Bijapur, Chikballapur, Chikmagalur, Davanagere, Dharwad, Gadag, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Kolar, Mangalore, Mysore, Puttur, Shimoga, Surathkal, Tumkur, Udupi, Uttara Kannada. |
| Kerala | Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, Thrissur, Trivandrum. |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain. |
| Maharashtra | Ahmednagar, Akola, Amravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Bhandara, Buldhana, Chandrapur, Dhule, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Madgaon, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nandurbar, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Pandharpur, Parbhani, Pimpri, Chinchwad, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangamner, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Sindhudurg, Thane, Wardha, Washim, Yavatmal |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong, Ri-Bhoi |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Dimapur, Kohima |
| Odisha | Angul, Balasore, Bargarh, Baripada, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Jeypore, Jharsuguda, Khurda, Rayagada, Rourkela, Sambalpur, |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab | Abohar, Amritsar, Banur, Barnala, Bhatinda, Fatehgarh, Sahib, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Khanna, Ludhiana, Malout, Moga, Mohali, Muktsar, Nawanshahr, Pathankot, Patiala, Phagwara, Ropar, Sangrur, |
| Rajasthan | Abu Road, Ajmer, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bikaner, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Hanumangarh, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Jodhpur, Kota, Pali Marwar, Sikar, Sri Ganganagar, Tonk, Udaipur |
| Sikkim | Bardang, Gangtok |
| Tami Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Kanyakumari, Krishnagiri, Madurai, Namakkal, Salem, Thanjavur, Thoothukudi, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Tirupur, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Villupuram, Virudhunagar |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Kodad, Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Nizamabad, Ranga, Reddy, Secunderabad, Siddipet, Warangal. |
| Tripura | Agartala, Bisramganj, Khowai, Teliamura, Udaipur |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Amroha, Banda, Barabanki, Bareilly, Bijnor, Bulandshahr, Faizabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Kaushambi, Lucknow, Mathura, Sitapur, Sultanpur, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Haldwani, Nainital, Roorkee, Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Bankura, Berhampore, Bishnupur, Burdwan, Durgapur, Haldia, Hooghly, Howrah, Kalyani, Kolkata, Kolkata/Greater Kolkata, Krishnanagar, Siliguri |
The recruitment process for RRB NTPC exam involves several stages, which are as follows:
The exam comprises multiple sections, with each section containing a specified number of questions as listed below:
| Sections | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The exam pattern for the RRB NTPC CBT-2 can be summarized as follows:
| Sections | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| General awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
The release dates for RRB NTPC 2023 admit card have not been announced yet, but it is anticipated that the admit card will be made available in May 2023.
Candidates can log in to the official RRB website using their registration details to download their admit cards.
The RRB NTPC 2023 Admit Card would contains the following information about the candidate:
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 serves as the initial stage of the exam, and all eligible candidates can participate in it. It consists of three subjects, namely Mathematics, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning. Below is the section-wise syllabus for RRB NTPC CBT 1 in the year 2023:
| Subject | Syllabus |
| Maths | Number System, Fractions, Ratio and Proportions, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Profit and Loss, Geometry, Trigonometry, Decimals, LCM and HCF, Percentage, Time and Work, Simple and Compound Interest, Elementary Algebra, Elementary Statistics etc. |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies, Coding and Decoding, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Jumbling, Puzzle, Statement- Conclusion, Statement- Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Data Sufficiency, Interpretation of Graphs etc |
| General Awareness | General Awareness Games and Sports National and International Importance (Current Affairs) Indian Literature Art and Culture of India Monuments and Places of India, History of India and Freedom Struggle Economic Geography of India and World Indian Polity and Governance General Scientific and Technological Developments including the Nuclear and Space program of India Basic Computers and Computer Applications Transport Systems in India, Common Abbreviations, Environmental Issues Concerning India and World, Indian Economy Famous Personalities of India, Flagship Government Programs etc |
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 stage 2 exam comprises 120 questions, and its syllabus is similar to that of CBT 1 – stage 1. However, CBT1 – stage 2 follows a different exam pattern. The exam is divided into three sections: General Awareness, General Intelligence, and Reasoning. Here’s a breakdown of the subject-wise syllabus for RRB NTPC CBT 1- stage – 2.
| Subject | Syllabus |
| Maths | 1. BODMAS Rule ● Surds & Indices ● Installments ● Problems with Compound Ratio ● Problems with Relative Speeds ● Basic Linear Equation in two variable ● Partnerships ● Problems on Work Efficiency mixtures/enteries 2. Fractions ● Problems with Simple Interest ● Calculation on Basic Percentage Problems ● Direct/Indirect Proportions ● Problems on Boats, Train, etc. ● Problems on Profit/Loss ● Finding Missing/Wrong Term ● Problems on Wages ● Decimals 3. Approximate Value ● Problems with Compound Interest ● Problems with Simple Ratios ● Problems on Average ● Basic Linear Equation in One variable ● Dishonest/Successive Dealings ● Problems on Plane Figures: Square, Rectangle, Circle, etc. ● Problems on Pipes ● Trigonometry |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 1. Classification ● Number ● Letter & Meaningful Words ● GK Based Questions 2. Analogy ● Number ● General Knowledge ● Meaning & Letter Based Questions 3. Series ● Number & Alphabet Series 4. Coding-Decoding ● Letter Shifting ● Coding Letters by words ● Coding by Analogy ● Coding-Decoding based on Numbers ● Operations on Place Value ● Coding & Decoding in Fictitious Language 5. Blood Relations ● Family Tree Problems ● General Blood Relation Problems 6. Clock & Calendar ● Calendar Based Questions ● Questions on Time & Clock Hands 7. Ordering & Ranking ● Simple ranking Questions 8. Directions & Distances ● Simple Problems on Directions ● Formula Based Distance Questions 9. Word Formation ● Arranging words in a meaningful order 10. Non-Verbal Reasoning ● Complete the Pattern ● Figure Based Analogy ● Classification ● Series ● Cube-Based Questions 11. Others ● Missing Number ● Venn Diagram ● Puzzle |
| Current Affairs/General Awareness | ● Economics ● Current Affairs ● Geography ● History ● Polity ● Computers ● Sports ● Literature ● Awards ● Books & Authors ● Miscellaneous |
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The RRB NTPC Result has been declared on the official website, 15 days after the examination. Follow the steps below to download the RRB NTPC Result PDF:
The candidate’s scorecard includes the following specifications:
To determine their RRB NTPC marks, applicants can make use of the answer key to estimate their scores. The following steps outline the calculation process:
The Railway Recruitment Board has implemented a process of normalizing marks to determine the scores of applicants for the RRB NTPC Result. Since the exam is conducted in more than one shifts and days with varying difficulty levels of the questions, this normalization ensures fair evaluation.
To calculate the normalized marks for RRB exams, the following formula and steps are used:
Formula:
Xn = (S2/S1) * (X – Xav) + Yav
Explanation of terms:
The result declaration for each stage of the RRB NTPC exam follows a series of stages that candidates need to qualify in. These stages are as follows:
| Categories | Qualifying Marks |
| General/ EWS | 40% |
| OBC/ SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
| Categories | Qualifying Marks |
| General/ EWS | 40% |
| OBC/ SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
The probable cutoff marks of CBT I of RRB NTPC 2023 is as follows:
| Zone | Expected Cut off |
| Allahabad | 75-85 |
| Mumbai | 75-85 |
| Ajmer | 75-80 |
| Secunderabad | 75-80 |
| Kolkata | 74-82 |
| Ahmedabad | 73-78 |
| Bhopal | 75-80 |
| Chennai | 70-75 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 73-78 |
| Patna | 75-80 |
| Bangalore | 73-78 |
| Ranchi | 70-75 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 68-73 |
| Muzaffarpur | 70-75 |
| Guwahati | 70-75 |
| Chandigarh | 75-80 |
| Bilaspur | 70-75 |
| Gorakhpur | 75-80 |
| Siliguri | 68-73 |
| Malda | 73-78 |
| Jammu | 68-73 |
To check the RRB NTPC 2022 cutoff, follow these steps:
The cutoff marks are determined based on the following factors:
Due to changes in reservations, the minimum qualifying marks for RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2 may vary:
| Categories | Qualifying percentage |
| General & EWS | 40% |
| OBC and SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2023 consists of five main stages. Below is a detailed description of the selection procedure:
The initial stage of the selection process is CBT-1, which serves as a screening test. The marks obtained in the first stage will be normalized to shortlist candidates for the second stage CBT.
Candidates who successfully clear CBT-1 proceed to the second stage, CBT-2. Upon passing the second stage CBT, candidates are required to appear for a skill exam specific to the positions they have applied for.
For candidates applying for Traffic Assistant and Station Master positions, the RRB NTPC CBAT is mandatory. A minimum T-Score of 42 marks is required to qualify.
Candidates who have applied for Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Time Keeper will also need to take this test.
Candidates are expected to type at least 25 WPM in Hindi or 30 words per minute (WPM) in English using a Personal Computer, without the use of editing tools or spell check.
Candidates who clear CBT-1, CBT-2, and the Computer Based Aptitude Test and Typing Skill Test (where applicable) are invited for Document Verification based on their merit.
Successful individuals will be appointed after passing the required Medical Fitness Test.
Candidates must meet the prescribed Medical Standards for the post(s) they have applied for.
It is essential for applicants to carefully review the medical standards specific to each post, as those deemed medically unsuitable will not be offered any alternative positions.
RRB NTPC offers the following undergraduate and graduate salary structures:
| Name of RRB NTPC Post | Level in 7th CPC | Initial pay |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 2 | INR 19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | INR 19,900 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 2 | INR 19,900 |
| Trains Clerk | 2 | INR 19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | INR 21,700 |
| Name of RRB NTPC Post | Level in 7th CPC | Initial pay |
| Traffic Assistant | 4 | INR 25,500 |
| Goods Guard | 5 | INR 29,200 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 5 | INR 29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | INR 29,200 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 5 | INR 29,200 |
| Senior Time Keeper | 5 | INR 29,200 |
| Commercial Apprentice | 6 | INR 35,400 |
| Station Master | 6 | INR 35,400 |
Apart from the fundamental salary, candidates receive a range of allowances and benefits, including:
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RRB NTPC is a recruitment exam conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) in India to fill various non-technical positions in the Indian Railways. The positions include Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Traffic Assistant, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Commercial Apprentice, and Station Master.
The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC are as follows:
Educational Qualification: Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized board or university or its equivalent.
Age Limit: it varies for different categories. Generally, candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age. Age relaxation is given for reserved categories as per government norms.
The application process for RRB NTPC is conducted online. Candidates has to go to the official website of the respective RRB and fill out the application form with the details asked, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee online.
The selection process for RRB NTPC consists of the following stages:
Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Preliminary Exam
Stage 2: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Main Exam
Stage 3: Typing Skill Test (for posts that require typing)
Stage 4: Document Verification
Stage 5: Medical Examination
The exam pattern for RRB NTPC (both Stage 1 and Stage 2) is as follows:
● The exam is conducted in online mode (Computer-Based Test).
● The exam lasts for 90 minutes.
● The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
● Negative marking of 1/3rd marks for each wrong answer.