RRB NTPC 2023 - Date, Syllabus, Eligibility and More

Apr 28, 2023, 16:45 IST

Computer-based testing will be used to determine candidates for various positions in the Indian Railways' Non-Technical Popular Categories ( RRB NTPC). The test will consist of two stages, with the skill test and document verification coming after. Candidates who meet the requirements can apply online to take the selection test. It's anticipated that the application form will be made available in February 2023. This site contains comprehensive information on the RRB NTPC 2023 recruiting procedure.

RRB NTPC 2023 Exam Highlights

RRB NTPC 2023 exam highlights are as under:

RRB NTPC Exam Highlights 2023
Exam Conducting Authority	Railway Recruitment Board
Exam Name	RRB NTPC
Official Website	http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/
Exam Frequency	Vacancies are announced on the basis of requirements
Number of Test Cities	More than 200 cities
Exam Duration	90 Minutes
Total Number of Questions	CBT 1: 100 CBT 2: 120
RRB NTPC Exam Syllabus	General Awareness Maths General Intelligence and Reasoning

RRB NTPC 2023 Eligibility

Nationality

An applicant must fit one of the following categories:

Persons of Indian descent who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India are also considered citizens of India or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan or Tibetan refugees who crossed into India before January 1, 1962.

Age criteria

Candidates' ages for 7th CPC Level-2 and Level-3 positions should fall between 18 and 30 as of July 1, 2023.

Candidates' ages for 7th CPC Level 4, 5, and 6 should fall within the range of 18 and 33 as of July 1, 2023.

Relaxation in age criteria is as under:

Category	Relaxation
	For undergraduate posts	For graduate posts
OBC NCL	3 years
SC/ ST	5 years
Ex-Servicemen candidates who have put in more than 6 months service after attestation	UR- 30 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years OBC NCL- 33 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years SC/ ST- 35 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years	UR- 33 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years OBC NCL- 36 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years SC/ ST- 33 years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years
PWD	UR- 10 years OBC NCL- 13 years SC/ ST- 15 years
Candidates ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989	UR- 35 years OBC NCL- 38 years SC/ ST- 40 years	UR- 38 years OBC NCL- 41 years SC/ ST- 43 years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes and put in minimum 3 years of service (continuous or in broken spells)	UR- 40 years OBC NCL- 43 years SC/ ST- 45 years
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organisation such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies and Institutes	UR- 30 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower OBC NCL- 33 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower SC/ ST- 35 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower	UR- 33 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower OBC NCL- 36 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower SC/ ST- 38 years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from husband but not remarried	UR- 35 years OBC NCL- 38 years SC/ ST- 40 years

Academic Qualifications

The following positions are available: Commercial Apprentice, Station Master, Goods Guard, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Time Keeper, and Traffic Assistant. a diploma obtained from a reputable university.

Commercial Cumulative Ticket Clerk, Accounts Cumulative Clerk, Junior Clerk, Junior Time Keeper, and Trains Clerk: Grades 12 or equivalent with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 50%. For SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen and candidates with qualifications greater than the 12th grade, 50% of the total possible marks are not required.

The RRB NTPC Exam Pattern

CBT Stage – 1
CBT Stage – 2
Skill / Aptitude Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination

Stage I exam

Mode of exam: Online
Duration of exam: 90 minutes
Number of questions: 100
Type of questions: Objective type
Total marks: 100
Marking scheme: One mark will be given for every right answer.
Negative marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Topics	No. of questions	Maximum marks
General Awareness	40	40
Mathematics	30	30
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30	30
Total	100	100

Stage II exam

Mode of exam: Online
Duration of exam: 90 minutes
Number of questions: 120
Type of questions: Objective type
Total marks: 120
Marking scheme: One mark will be given for every right answer.
Negative marking: 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Topics	No. of questions	Maximum marks
General Awareness	50	50
Mathematics	35	35
General Intelligence and Reasoning	35	35
Total	120	120

Typing Skill Test (TST)

The candidates must be able to type 25 WPM in Hindi or 30 WPM in English on a personal computer without the use of any editing software or spell-checking features.

RRB NTPC Exam Syllabus

The RRB NTPC 2023 section-by-section syllabus for the various jobs is provided here for applicants who are interested in applying. Three categories make up the RRB NTPC 2023: Math, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.

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Maths

BODMAS Rule
Fractions
Approximate Value
Surds & Indices
Problems on Simple Interest
Problems on Compound Interest
Installments
Calculation on Basic Percentage Problems
Problems on Simple Ratios
Problems on Compound Ratio
Direct/Indirect Proportions
Problems on Average
Problems on Relative Speed
Problems on Boats and trains
Basic Linear Equation in One variable
Basic Linear Equation in two variables
Problems on Profit/Loss
Dishonest/Successive Dealings
Partnerships
Finding Missing/Wrong Term
Problems on Plane Figures: Square, Rectangle, Circle, etc.
Problems on Work Efficiency
Problems on Wages
Problems on Pipes
Make a mixture from two or more entries/mixtures
Decimals
Trigonometry

General Awareness

Art and Culture of India
Current Events of National and International Importance
Monuments and Places of India
Games and Sports, Indian Literature
General Science and Life Science
History of India and Freedom Struggle
Physical Geography
Social and Economic Geography of India and the World
Indian Polity and Governance
General Scientific and Technological Developments
UN and Other important World Organizations
Environmental Issues
Basics of Computers and Computer Applications
Common Abbreviations
Indian Economy
Transport Systems in India
Famous Personalities
Flora and Fauna of India
Famous Personalities
Flagship Government Programs, etc.

General Intelligence and Reasoning

Analogies
Decoding
Similarities and Differences
Analytical Reasoning
Jumbling
Puzzle
Statement-Conclusion
Decision Making
Completion of the number and alphabetical series
Mathematical Operations
Relationships
Syllogism
Venn Diagrams
Data Sufficiency
Statement- Courses of Action
Maps, Interpretation of Graphs

RRB NTPC 2023 Admit Card

The RRB NTPC 2023 Admit Card will be made available online, and notifications will be given to the registered email address and mobile number.Candidates can access the official website to download their admit cards using information such as their registration number, birthdate, etc.

On the admit card, information about the exam location and times will be provided.

When reporting for the exam, the applicants should bring their admit card, a legal photo ID, and one colour photo.

Result of RRB NTPC 2023

On the official website of the RRB, candidates can view the outcomes of the various phases of the computer-based test.

Those who pass all stages of the hiring process will be chosen to take the typing test and document verification (if applicable).

After the candidates' documents have been successfully verified and the typing test has been passed, the candidates' final selection will be made.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is it possible for me to apply for more than one RRB?

Ans. No, and candidates who attempt to apply for more than one RRB will have all of their applications rejected and their application fees forfeited.

Q2. Is it possible for me to indicate the post for which I'm applying to the RRB?

Ans. Yes, you can indicate your preferred post preference when filling out the application. However, be certain that you are qualified for the position you are looking for.

Q3. I work for the railroads right now. Can I still register for the NTPC test?

Ans. Candidates can apply directly to the RRBs after properly notifying their Employer if they are currently employed (including those who are on induction training or probation in any Central/State Government Department, including the Railways or Public Sector Undertakings). During document verification, shortlisted candidates must present a NOC from their employer; else, their candidature will be withdrawn.

Q4. What identification documents may I present?

Ans. Voter ID, an Aadhaar card, an e-Aadhaar printout, a driver's licence, a PAN card, a passport, an identity card issued by the candidate's workplace if they are a government employee, and a college or university photo ID card.