Published on July 3, 2025 | By Aditya Kumar Singh | Linkedin
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB NTPC 2025 Undergraduate (12th-pass level)exam dates, and lakhs of candidates have been waiting eagerly for this announcement. This exam offers a golden opportunity to secure government jobs in the Indian Railways for posts like Junior Clerk–Typist, Train Clerk, and Commercial cum Ticket Clerk.
RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 Exam Dates 2025
The Computer-Based Test (CBT 1) for undergraduate posts is scheduled to be held from August 7 to September 8, 2025.This first stage of the recruitment process will be conducted in multiple shifts each day (morning, afternoon, and evening sessions) to accommodate the large number of applicants.
Overview of RRB NTPC UG Exam 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| NTPC Full Form | Non-Technical Popular Categories |
| Name of the Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Level | National |
| RRB NTPC UG Exam Date 2025 | August 7 – September 8, 2025 |
| Subjects | Mathematics, General Awareness, General Intelligence and Reasoning |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Exam Category | Under-Graduate Level posts |
| Stages of Exam/Selection Process | CBT-1, CBT-2, Typing Skill Test/CBAT, Document Verification/Medical Exam |
| Medium/Language of Exam | 15 Languages |
| Total Vacancies (UG Level) | 3445 |
Also Read-RRB NTPC 2025 Answer Key Check Here
Admit Card and City Intimation Slip
To facilitate you in planning their travel and stay, the RRB will issue the city intimation slip and admit card as per the following schedule:
- City Intimation Slip: This will be released 10 days before the candidate’s individual exam date. It will provide details about the exam city, exam date, and shift. This is not the admit card, but serves as an advance notification.Candidates can download it from the official regional RRB websites using their registration number and date of birth.
- Admit Card (e-call letter): The official admit card will be available for download 4 days before the candidate’s exam date. It is crucial to print this admit card and carry it to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or Driving License). SC/ST candidates may also download a free travel pass from the same portal, if applicable.
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam 2025: Shift Timings
The CBT-1 exam will be conducted in three daily shifts. Candidates must report 90 minutes before the exam start time to complete mandatory biometric verification and security checks. Latecomers will not be permitted entry after the gate closes.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Start Time | Exam End Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11:15 AM | 12:15 PM | 12:45 PM | 2:15 PM |
| Shift 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Pattern 2025 (CBT 1)
The RRB NTPC undergraduate exam (CBT 1) will be a screening test with 100 multiple-choice questions.
| Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
RRB NTPC Official Website Link
RRB NTPC 2025 UG(12th Level) Exam Dates Notice Download Link
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Syllabus 2025 (CBT 1)
you must be well-versed with the syllabus to prepare effectively. Here’s a breakdown of the topics for CBT 1:
General Awareness (40 Questions)
- Current Events: National and International importance.
- History: Indian History, Freedom Struggle, Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History.
- Geography: Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Polity & Governance: Indian Constitution and Political System.
- General Science & Life Science: Up to 10th CBSE level.
- Art & Culture: Indian Art and Culture, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India.
- General Scientific & Technological Developments: Including Space and Nuclear Program of India.
- Organizations: UN and other important World Organizations.
- Environmental Issues: Concerning India and the World.
- Computers: Basics of Computers and Computer Applications.
- Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities, Games & Sports.
Mathematics (30 Questions)
- Number System
- Decimals, Fractions
- LCM, HCF
- Ratio and Proportions
- Percentage
- Mensuration
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Elementary Algebra
- Geometry and Trigonometry
- Elementary Statistics
General Intelligence and Reasoning (30 Questions)
- Analogies
- Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series
- Coding and Decoding
- Mathematical Operations
- Similarities and Differences
- Relationships (Blood Relations)
- Analytical Reasoning
- Syllogism
- Jumbling
- Venn Diagrams
- Puzzle
- Data Sufficiency
- Statement-Conclusion, Statement-Courses of Action
- Decision Making
- Maps, Interpretation of Graphs
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Vacancies 2025
RRB aims to fill 3445 undergraduate-level vacancies through this recruitment drive. Approximately 62 lakh candidates are expected to attempt this exam, indicating fierce competition. The posts included are:
| Name of Post | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| Comm. Cum Ticket Clerk | 2022 |
| Jr. Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| Trains Clerk | 72 |
| Total | 3445 |