RRB NTPC Exam 2025 (RRB Non-Technical Popular) Official Dates, Eligibility, and Selection Process, Admit Card Selection Process Announced by RRB.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2025 recruitment is a major opportunity for 12th-pass and graduate candidates seeking jobs in Indian Railways. Posts are divided into Undergraduate (Level 2, 3) and Graduate (Level 5, 6) categories. Recruitment for roles like Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, and Station Master.
RRB NTPC Exam 2025 (RRB Non-Technical Popular)
RRB NTPC Exam 2025 (RRB Non-Technical Popular): Important Dates
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Event |
Date Range |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Early May 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | May.5.2025 |
| Application Submission Deadline | June.5.2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 10-15 days before the exam |
| Examination Date | August-September |
| Total Vacancy |
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How to Apply for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2025?
- Visit the official RRB NTPC Exam website for your region or rrbapply.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if new; existing users (from 2024 cycles like CEN 01/2024 ALP) use the same login.
- Select CEN (e.g., 05/2025 for Graduate, 06/2025 for Undergraduate, if new).
- Fill personal details (name, DOB, Aadhaar), educational qualifications, and post preferences.
- Upload documents: Passport-size photo (20-50 KB, JPG), signature (10-40 KB, JPG), caste certificate (if applicable, 50-100 KB, PDF).
- Pay the fee online (net banking, UPI, card) or offline (SBI challan, post office).
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Eligibility Criteria for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Exam 2025
Undergraduate Posts (Level 2, 3):
- Qualification: 12th pass.
- Age: 18-33 years as of January 1, 2025.
Graduate Posts (Level 5, 6):
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Age: 18-36 years as of January 1, 2025 (relaxations apply as above).
Additional Notes: Typing skills (30 WPM English/25 WPM Hindi) are required for some posts (e.g., Junior Clerk); age is calculated based on the notification’s cutoff.
Vacancies (Tentative for 2025)
- The 2024 cycle announced 11,558 vacancies (8,113 Graduate, 3,445 Undergraduate). Depending on railway needs, expect a similar or slightly higher number (12,000-15,000) for 2025.
- Undergraduate Posts: Clerical and Typing Assistants for Junior ranks, Accounts typist cum clerk, Commercial clerk cum ticket clerk, and Train clerk are open for undergraduates..
- Graduate Posts: Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Station Master, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist is available for graduates.
- Exact numbers and zone-wise distribution will be in the May 2025 notification (if applicable).
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Exam 2025: Selection Process
- CBT-1 (Preliminary): Common for all levels, screening stage.
- CBT-2 (Mains): Post-specific, higher difficulty.
- Typing Test/CBAT: For clerical posts (Typing) or Station Master/Traffic Assistant (Computer-Based Aptitude Test).
- Document Verification (DV): Final eligibility check.
- Medical Examination: Fitness per railway standards (e.g., A2 vision for Station Master).
CBT-1 Pattern:
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 for PwBD).
- Questions: 100 (General Awareness 40, Mathematics 30, General Intelligence & Reasoning 30).
- Marking: +1 per correct, -1/3 per wrong.
CBT-2 Pattern:
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Questions: 120 (varies by level: General Awareness 50, Mathematics 35, Reasoning 35 for Levels 2-3; slightly adjusted for Levels 5-6).
- It’s the same marking scheme.
Syllabus
- General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian geography, history, polity, economy, science.
- Mathematics: Number system, decimals, fractions, LCM/HCF, percentages, profit/loss, time/work, geometry.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, coding-decoding, series, puzzles, blood relations.
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2025 Salary & Benefits
Below is a table summarizing the salary and benefits for RRB NTPC Exam (Non-Technical Popular Categories) posts based on the latest details for 2024-2025, categorized by pay levels and qualification requirements.
| Post Category | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | In-Hand Salary (₹) | Example Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate-Level Posts | ||||
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | Level 2 | 19,900 | 28,000 – 35,000 | Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Trains Clerk |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level 3 | 21,700 | 30,000 – 37,000 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk |
| Graduate-Level Posts | ||||
| Limited Posts | Level 4 | 25,500 | 35,000 – 42,000 | Transitional NTPC roles |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 29,200 | 40,000 – 48,000 | Goods Train Manager, Junior Account Asst. |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 35,400 | 48,000 – 55,000 | Station Master, Chief Commercial Supervisor |
Allowances and Benefits Table
|
Allowance/Benefit |
Details |
|---|---|
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ~50% of basic pay (e.g., ₹17,700 for Station Master), revised periodically |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | X Cities: 24%, Y Cities: 16%, Z Cities: 8% of basic pay |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | ₹1,000 – ₹4,000/month, varies by city tier |
| Pension Scheme | National Pension System (NPS) for post-retirement security |
| Medical Benefits | Free/subsidized healthcare via railway hospitals |
| Other Perks | Paid leaves, railway travel passes, educational assistance, overtime pay |
Application Fee for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2025:
| Category | Expected Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) & OBC | ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing for CBT-1) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Ex-Servicemen/EBC | ₹250 (fully refunded post-CBT-1) |
Modification: ₹100 fee for corrections post-submission (e.g., photo, details), typically allowed for 7-10 days after the deadline.
Fees can be paid online during the application process. Keep an eye on the official website for any updates.
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2025 Exam Overview
|
Exam Name |
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) |
|---|---|
| Full-Form | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) |
| Level | National |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
Contact Details
- Phone: (022) 23090224, (022) 23084064
- Email: office.rrbbct@railnet.gov.in