The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to fill 8,868 vacancies for the fiscal year 2025‑26 under the Non‑Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) – covering both undergraduate‑level and graduate‑level posts in various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways. The detailed notifications have been released, and registration is underway on the official portal.
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam – A Quick Overview
The RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for candidates who have either completed Class 12 (+2) or hold a University degree. Through this recruitment drive, candidates can secure roles in Indian Railways in non‑technical categories, gaining stable employment and growth prospects.
RRB NTPC Notification 2025 PDF Released
- For Graduate level posts: CEN 06/2025 – 5,810 vacancies.
- For Undergraduate (12th pass) level posts: CEN 07/2025 – 3,058 vacancies.
- Total number of vacancies: 8,868 (approx), combining both levels.
- Official website for application: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
RRB NTPC 2025 – Exam Summary
| Item | Details |
| Name of Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts | Graduate‑level and Undergraduate‑level under NTPC |
| Graduate‑level posts include | Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (CCTS), Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist |
| Undergraduate‑level posts include | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | Graduate Level: 5,810 Undergraduate Level: 3,058 Total: 8,868 |
| Mode of Exam | For UG: 12th pass. For Graduate: University Degree |
| Registration Start Dates | Graduate: 21 October 2025 Undergraduate: 28 October 2025 |
| Qualification | For UG: 12th pass For Graduate: University Degree |
| Age Limit | Graduate: 18‑33 years UG: 18‑30 years |
| Official Website | http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
RRB NTPC 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) | Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2025) |
| Notification Released | 20 October 2025 | 27 October 2025 |
| Online Apply Start | 21 October 2025 | 28 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 November 2025 (11:59 pm) | 27 November 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 22 November 2025 | 29 November 2025 |
| Correction Window | 23 Nov – 2 Dec 2025 | 30 Nov – 9 Dec 2025 |
| Scribe Details (if required) | 3–7 Dec 2025 | 10–14 Dec 2025 |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2025 [Post‑wise]
Graduate Level Vacancies (Total: 5,810)
| Post | Vacancies |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,416 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 921 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 638 |
| Station Master | 615 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 161 |
| Traffic Assistant | 59 |
Undergraduate Level Vacancies (Total: 3,058)
| Post | Vacancies |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,424 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 394 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 163 |
| Trains Clerk | 77 |
Vacancy Comparison – Over Years
| Year | Graduate Level | Undergraduate Level | Total Vacancies |
| 2019 | 24,678 | 10,603 | 35,281 |
| 2024‑25 | 8,113 | 3,445 | 11,558 |
| 2025‑26 | 5,810 | 3,058 | 8,868 |
This shows that the number of vacancies has reduced compared to earlier years.
RRB NTPC 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Level Posts: A University degree or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Undergraduate Level Posts (12th Pass): 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a recognised school board. Also, typing proficiency in English/Hindi on a computer may be required.
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
| Level | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Graduate Level | 18 years | 33 years |
| Undergraduate Level (12th Pass) | 18 years | 30 years |
Age relaxation as per category norms will apply as per the official notification.
RRB NTPC 2025 – Apply Online
Candidates interested in the graduate‑level posts (CEN 06/2025) can apply online starting 21 October 2025. The link is active on the official portal.
For the undergraduate level (CEN 07/2025), applications begin from 28 October 2025.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the official RRB website or rrbapply.gov.in
- Register with your details
- Fill in the application form
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download the confirmation page
RRB NTPC 2025 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹ 500 (Out of this, ₹ 400 will be refunded after appearing in Stage‑1 CBT) |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women / Ex‑Servicemen / Minorities / Economically Backward | ₹ 250 (Refunded after appearing Stage‑1) |
Note: Refund will be processed after deducting bank charges as applicable.
RRB NTPC 2025 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2025 includes:
- 1st Stage Computer‑Based Test (CBT‑1)
- 2nd Stage Computer‑Based Test (CBT‑2)
- Skill Test / Typing Test / Computer‑Based Aptitude Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
For Graduate Level Posts
| Post | Selection Stages |
| Goods Train Manager | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → Typing Skill Test |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → Typing Skill Test |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 |
| Station Master | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → CBAT |
For Undergraduate Level Posts
| Post | Selection Stages |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → Typing Skill Test |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → Typing Skill Test |
| Trains Clerk | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 |
RRB NTPC 2025 – Exam Pattern
The examination consists of two stages: CBT‑1 and CBT‑2. Negative marking of one‑third (⅓) of the mark for each wrong answer applies.
CBT‑1 Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 90 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
CBT‑2 Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 minutes |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 90 minutes |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 90 minutes |
Important: Be careful about the negative marking for incorrect answers.
RRB NTPC 2025 Syllabus
Candidates must cover the following topics for CBT‑1 (and likewise, extend to CBT‑2):
Mathematics
- Geometry & Trigonometry
- Elementary Statistics
- Percentage, Time & Work
- Time & Distance
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Profit & Loss
- Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF
- Ratio & Proportion, Elementary Algebra
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies, Similarities & Differences
- Number/Alphabet Series
- Coding & Decoding
- Puzzles, Venn Diagrams
- Statement & Conclusion, Statement & Course of Action
- Interpretation of Graphs, Maps
General Awareness
- General Science & Life Science (up to 10th CBSE)
- History of India & Freedom Struggle
- Physical, Social & Economic Geography of India & World
- Indian Polity & Governance (Constitution & Political System)
- General Scientific & Technological Developments (including Space & Nuclear Programme)
- Current Events of National & International Importance
- Games & Sports, Art & Culture of India, Indian Literature
- Monuments & Places of India
- Flagship Government Programmes
- Flora & Fauna of India
- Basics of Computers & Computer Applications
- Transport Systems in India
- UN & Other Important World Organisations
- Indian Economy, Government & Public Sector Organisations
RRB NTPC 2025 – Marks Normalisation
Because multiple sessions of the exam will be held, a normalisation formula will be used to adjust for differences in difficulty across sessions. This ensures fairness.
RRB NTPC 2025 Salary & Job Profile
Undergraduate Posts (12th Pass)
| Post | Level | Starting Pay |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level‑2 | ₹ 19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Level‑2 | ₹ 19,900 |
| Trains Clerk | Level‑2 | ₹ 19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level‑3 | ₹ 21,700 |
Graduate Posts
| Post | Level | Starting Pay |
| Goods Train Manager | Level‑5 | ₹ 29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Level‑5 | ₹ 29,200 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | Level‑5 | ₹ 29,200 |
| Station Master | Level‑6 | ₹ 35,400 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | Level‑6 | ₹ 35,400 |
Along with basic pay, selected candidates receive benefits like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), pension scheme, and medical benefits.
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Analysis (From Recent Patterns)
Stage‑1: General Awareness
- This is the section with the most questions (40 marks).
- Major focus on Current Affairs and General Science; about 11‑12 questions from current affairs.
- Typical breakdown:
- History: ~6‑7 questions
- Geography: ~5 questions
- Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc: smaller numbers
- History: ~6‑7 questions
Stage‑1: Mathematics
- Balanced questions from all important topics: Number System, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Ratio, etc.
Stage‑1: General Intelligence & Reasoning
- About 30 questions. Topics include puzzles, syllogisms, seating arrangements, coding‑decoding, etc.
RRB NTPC 2025 – Cut‑Off Trends
Below are previous year cut‑offs (for reference) for some zones in the Graduate category:
| Zone | General | OBC | SC | ST |
| Ahmedabad | 72.86 | 64.91 | 57.23 | 48.10 |
| Ajmer | 77.39 | 70.93 | 62.13 | 59.74 |
| Kolkata | 79.50 | 71.53 | 67.07 | 52.92 |
| Mumbai | 77.05 | 70.21 | 63.60 | 54.95 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 79.75 | 75.10 | 56.14 | 36.45 |
Note: Candidates should use these as a reference only; actual cut‑offs for 2025 may vary significantly.
Key Preparation Tips for RRB NTPC 2025
- Understand the notification in detail: Before applying, go through the detailed PDF of CEN 06/2025 (Graduate) or CEN 07/2025 (UG) to check eligibility, post‑wise details and zonal vacancies.
- Start early for syllabus: Cover all three sections (Mathematics, Reasoning & Intelligence, General Awareness) regularly. Use simple language and analogies if you are just starting out.
- Mock tests & time management: Practice timed mock tests to get used to the 90‑minute window, and prepare for negative marking (⅓rd for wrong answer).
- Focus on Current Affairs: Keep yourself updated with national & international events, government programmes, science & technology developments, etc.
- Tabulate notes: Use tables or charts for quick revision (for example, a list of flagship schemes, major monuments, world organisations, formulae in mathematics).
- Zone‑wise vacancy strategy: Study the zone‑wise vacancy list and plan your choice of zones wisely.
- Typing proficiency / Skill test readiness: If your post demands a typing test or skill test, practise typing in Hindi/English on a computer.
- Health & medical fitness: Keep records and ensure you meet any medical/fitness standards required by the Railways.
Why This Recruitment Matters
Working with Indian Railways in the NTPC category gives you a strong central‑government job role. There is both monetary benefit (good salary + allowances) and non‑monetary benefit (job security, social recognition). With 8,868 vacancies in 2025, it is a major opportunity for many young candidates across India to join a prestigious institution.
What Next?
- Download the official notification PDF now (links available in Graduate/UG sections).
- Check your eligibility (qualification + age + other norms).
- Prepare documents (education certificates, photograph, signature, category certificate if applicable).
- Fill out your application online before the last date.
- Begin your preparation with focus and consistency.
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