RRB NTPC (Undergraduate / 10+2 Level) Exam 2025 – Complete Guide
Overview
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (UG / 10+2 Level) |
| Notification | CEN 06/2024 |
| Vacancies | 3,400+ (region-wise) |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Qualification | 10+2 (Intermediate) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stages | CBT-1 → Typing/Skill Test → DV → Medical |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational: 10+2 pass from a recognised board.
Age Limit: 18 – 33 years (as on 01 Jan 2025) with relaxation as per rules.
Typing Skill: 30 w.p.m. English / 25 w.p.m. Hindi for Typist posts.
Selection Process
- CBT-1 (Common test for all UG posts)
- Typing Skill Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT-1 Exam Pattern & Marking
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 mins (120 mins for PwBD). Marking: +1 correct, −1/3 wrong.
Answer Key & Response Sheet
Steps to download provisional answer key:
- Visit https://rrb.digialm.com//EForms/configuredHtml/2667/95125/login.html
- Login with Registration Number & Date of Birth
- Download answer key and question paper
- Copy the Url of the response sheet and calculate score and predict AIR on ranksetu.com
Objections can be submitted online with a nominal fee (refunded if correct).
Score Calculation
Formula: Score = (Correct × 1) − (Wrong × 0.33)
Example: 70 correct, 20 wrong → 70 − (20 × 0.33) ≈ 63.3 marks.
Application Fee & Refund
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Preparation Tips
- Practice previous year Mathematics & Reasoning questions.
- Stay updated with current affairs for General Awareness.
- Improve typing speed for Typist posts.
FAQ
- Q: Is there negative marking?
- A: Yes, 0.33 marks are deducted per wrong answer in CBT-1.
- Q: How long is the answer key available?
- A: Generally a few days until the objection window closes.
- Q: When is the fee refund processed?
- A: After appearing in CBT-1, refunds are credited to the original payment method.
For latest updates visit official RRB website.