RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Dates Announced:
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially declared the RRB NTPC exam dates 2025 on its website — rrbcdg.gov.in. As per the notification, the Computer Based Test (CBT) 1 will be conducted from June 5 to June 23, 2025. The exam will cover key subjects like Mathematics, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning, and candidates will have 90 minutes to complete the test.
This year, nearly 1.21 crore aspirants are expected to appear for the RRB NTPC exam, which includes posts for both graduate and undergraduate levels. A total of 8113 vacancies have been announced for graduates, while 3445 positionsare reserved for undergraduates.
Candidates can expect the exam city intimation slip to be available 10 days prior to the exam, whereas the admit cardwill be issued 4 days before the actual exam date. Only those who have successfully submitted their applications will be eligible to download the city slip and admit card through the official portal.
RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025: Overview
| RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025 – Complete Details | |
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| NTPC Full Form | Non-Technical Popular Categories |
| Name of the Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Level | National |
| RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025 | June 5 – June 23, 2025 |
| Subjects | Mathematics, General Awareness, General Intelligence and Reasoning |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 for each wrong answer |
| Exam Category | Under-Graduate Level posts, 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 |
RRB NTPC Exam Date 2025: Shift Timings
| RRB NTPC 2025 – Shift Timings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Timings |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 am | 9:00 am to 10:30 am |
| Shift 2 | 11:15 am | 12:45 pm to 2:15 pm |
| Shift 3 | 3:00 pm | 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm |
Apply Online :-https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/#/auth/landing
How to Apply for RRB NTPC 2025 – Step-by-Step Guide
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Visit the Official Website
Go to the official Railway Recruitment Board website — rrbcdg.gov.in or the regional RRB site for your zone.
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Click on the Application Link
Find and click on the link that says “Apply for RRB NTPC 2025”. This will redirect you to the online registration page.
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Register Yourself
If you’re a new user, click on “New Registration”. Fill in basic details like your name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number. Once done, you’ll get a registration ID and password on your email and phone.
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Log In to Complete the Application
Use your registration ID and password to log in. Now, start filling the application form with your personal, academic, and contact details.
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Choose Your RRB Zone and Post Preferences
Select the RRB zone you’re applying to and choose your preferred posts based on eligibility.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photo, signature, and other required documents like caste certificate (if applicable).
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Pay the Application Fee
Pay the exam fee online using a debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking. Reserved category candidates may get a fee refund after appearing in CBT 1.
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Review and Submit
Double-check all the details. If everything is correct, click on the “Submit” button. After submission, download a copy of the filled form for future use.