RRB NTPC Under Graduate Level Recruitment 2025

RRB NTPC Under Graduate Level Recruitment 2025 (CEN No. 07/2025)

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a major recruitment drive for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts at the Under Graduate (12th level) level under Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) No. 07/2025.

Key Recruitment Highlights

Posts, Vacancies, and Salary Structure

The recruitment covers four posts, categorized into two Pay Levels as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):

Benefits (Salary & Allowances)

The total in-hand salary is significantly higher than the initial basic pay due to various allowances:

• Dearness Allowance (DA): A percentage of the basic pay, revised bi-annually.

• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Varies based on the city of posting (X, Y, Z cities).

• Transport Allowance (TA): A fixed monthly amount for travel expenses.

• Other Perks: Comprehensive medical benefits for the employee and dependents, pension under the National Pension System (NPS), and free or concessional railway passes for travel across India.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Must have passed 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent from a recognized board/university.

• A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in the 12th standard is generally required.

  • Exemption: The 50% minimum mark rule is NOT applicable to candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and those with higher than 12th (+2 Stage) educational qualifications.

• Typing Requirement: For Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Junior Clerk Cum Typist, mandatory typing proficiency in English (30 WPM) or Hindi (25 WPM) on a Personal Computer is essential.

• Note: Candidates awaiting their final 12th results are NOT eligible. The qualification must be held on or before the closing date (November 27, 2025).

2. Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

• General/EWS: 18 to 30 years.

• Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation is provided for reserved categories:

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years

  • SC / ST: 5 Years

  • PwBD (UR & EWS): 10 Years

  • PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years

  • PwBD (SC / ST): 15 Years

Selection Process (Multi-Stage)

The selection is based on the performance across multiple stages, which candidates must clear sequentially.

1. 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)

• Purpose: Common screening test, qualifying in nature.

• Duration: 90 minutes.

• Total Questions: 100.

• Subjects & Marks: General Awareness (40), Mathematics (30), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30).

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer.

2. 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)

• Purpose: Marks determine the final merit list (for non-typing posts).

• Duration: 90 minutes.

• Total Questions: 120.

• Subjects & Marks: General Awareness (50), Mathematics (35), General Intelligence & Reasoning (35).

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer.

3. Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST)

• Applicable Posts: Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum Typist.

• Nature: Qualifying (marks are not added to the final merit).

• Required Speed: 30 WPM in English OR 25 WPM in Hindi on a Personal Computer.

4. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination

• Candidates clearing the above stages will be called for document verification and a subsequent medical examination (as per prescribed railway standards).

Application Fee & Refund Policy

The application fee is paid online, with a significant portion being refundable upon appearing in the 1st Stage CBT (CBT-1).

Note: The refund is processed to the same account used for payment only after appearing for the CBT-1.

How to Apply Online (Summary)

The process involves a new unified registration system, requiring candidates to create an account first.

1. Preparation: Have a valid mobile number, active email ID, scanned signature (30-49 KB, JPG/JPEG), and required certificates (if applicable).

2. Account Creation/Login: Visit the official RRB application portal. Candidates must first 'Create an Account'. Use the same credentials if an account was created for any previous 2024/2025 CEN.

3. Application Form: Log in, select CEN No. 07/2025, and fill in all personal, educational, and preference details carefully.

4. Photo & Signature: Capture a live photograph (uploading an old photo is not permitted) and upload the scanned signature.

5. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online.

6. Submission: Review the form and submit. Download and print the final application for future reference.

   
   

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   RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Syllabus (CEN 07/2025)

   Computer Based Test (CBT 1) and CBT 2 Exam Pattern

   Subject	CBT 1 Questions (100 total)	CBT 1 Marks	CBT 2 Questions (120 total)	CBT 2 Marks
   General Awareness	40	40	50	50
   Mathematics	30	30	35	35
   General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30	35	35
   Total	100	100	120	120
   Duration	90 Minutes		90 Minutes
   Negative Marking	1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer in both CBTs.

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   Detailed Syllabus Topics

   1. Mathematics

   The syllabus covers topics generally up to the 10th-grade level.

   • Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF

   • Ratio and Proportions, Percentage

   • Mensuration (Area, Volume, etc.)

   • Time and Work, Time and Distance

   • Simple and Compound Interest

   • Profit and Loss

   • Elementary Algebra (Algebraic expressions, linear equations in two variables)

   • Geometry and Trigonometry (Basic concepts)

   • Elementary Statistics

   • Data Interpretation (DI)

   2. General Intelligence & Reasoning

   This section tests analytical and problem-solving skills.

   • Analogies, Similarities, and Differences

   • Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series

   • Coding and Decoding

   • Mathematical Operations

   • Relationships (Blood Relations)

   • Syllogism, Jumbling

   • Venn Diagrams, Puzzle

   • Data Sufficiency

   • Statement-Conclusion, Statement-Courses of Action, Decision Making

   • Maps, Interpretation of Graphs

   • Analytical Reasoning

   3. General Awareness

   This is the most heavily weighted section and covers a broad range of topics.

   • Current Events of National and International Importance (Current Affairs)

   • Games and Sports

   • Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India

   • General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE level)

   • History of India and Freedom Struggle

   • Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and the World

   • Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution and Political System

   • General Scientific and Technological Developments, including Space and Nuclear Program of India¹

   • UN and Other Important World Organizations²

   • Environmental Issues Concerning India and the World at Large³

   • Basics of Computers and Computer Applications⁴

   • Common Abbreviations⁵

   • Transport Systems in India⁶

   • Indian Economy⁷

   • Famous Personalities of India and the World⁸

   • Flagship Government Programs, Flora⁹ and Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organisations of India

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   RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: Essential Links

   • Apply Online
   • Download Official Notification (English)
   • Download Official Notification (Hindi)
   • Official Website

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