The RRB NTPC 2025 CBT-1 exam will be held from June 5th to June 25th. Candidates must bring their admit cards and ID proof. It is crucial to review the exam pattern, negative marking policy, and guidelines beforehand.
RRB NTPC 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will conduct the NTPC Graduate Level recruitment exam (CEN - 05/2024), commencing on June 5th, 2025. This CBT-1 exam will be held at designated centers across the country and will continue until June 25th, 2025. This exam is being conducted for recruitment to a total of 8113 positions.
All candidates appearing for this exam must download their admit cards in advance, obtain information about the exam center, and thoroughly read the exam guidelines.
What is the CBT-1 Exam Pattern?
The RRB NTPC CBT-1 exam will be an online multiple-choice test. It will consist of 100 questions divided into three sections:
- General Awareness: 40 questions
- Mathematics: 30 questions
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 30 questions
Each correct answer will carry 1 mark, and there will be a negative marking of 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer. The total duration of the exam will be 90 minutes.
What to Keep in Mind on Exam Day?
All candidates must arrive at the exam center at least 1.5 hours before the commencement of the exam. Candidates arriving late will not be permitted to enter the exam hall under any circumstances.
Prohibited items at the exam center:
- Mobile phones
- Calculators
- Bluetooth devices
- Earphones or any other electronic gadgets
Being caught with these items may result in disqualification from the exam and further action.
Admit Card and ID Proof are Mandatory
Candidates must bring their admit card and a valid ID proof to appear for the exam. You can bring any one of the following valid IDs:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- Driving License
Entry will be denied without an admit card and ID.
How to Download the Admit Card?
If you haven't downloaded your admit card yet, download it immediately from the official RRB website. The admit card contains details about the exam center, time, roll number, and other necessary information.
Final Exam Preparation Tips
- Practice previous years' question papers
- Take daily mock tests to improve time management
- Focus on current affairs for General Knowledge
- Revise basic formulas for Reasoning and Mathematics
- Get a good night's rest the day before the exam to stay mentally fresh
