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RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: Notification Overview
If you are aspiring to join one of India's largest job providers, the Railway Recruitment Board's NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity. This article covers the latest notification, important dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, fee structure, pay scale, and more to boost your success in the upcoming RRB NTPC 2025 exam.
Key Highlights
- Recruitment For: Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC), for both Graduates and Undergraduates
- Organized By: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
- Total Tentative Vacancies: Approx. 8,850 (Graduates: 5,800, Undergraduates: 3,050)
- Posts Included: Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Senior Clerk, Typist, Traffic Assistant, Junior Clerk, Commercial Clerk, and others
- Pay Levels (7th CPC): ₹19,900 to ₹35,400 per month
- Apply Mode: Online
Important Dates
| Level | Application Start | Application End |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Posts | 21 Oct 2025 | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Under Graduate Posts | 28 Oct 2025 | 27 Nov 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizen or as per RRB eligibility standards.
- Age Limit:
- Undergraduate: 18–30 years
- Graduate: 18–33 years
- (Age relaxation applies for reserved categories)
- Educational Qualification:
- Undergraduate Posts: Must have passed 12th standard.
- Graduate Posts: Any graduate degree from a recognized university.
Vacancy & Post Details (CEN 06/2025 & 07/2025)
| CEN No. | Name of Post | Level | Pay (₹) | Age Limit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/2025 | Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | 35,400 | 18–33 | 5,800 (Total Graduate) |
| 06/2025 | Station Master, Goods Train Manager | 6 | 35,400 | 18–33 | |
| 06/2025 | Senior Clerk cum Typist, Jr Acct Asst | 5 | 29,200 | 18–33 | |
| 06/2025 | Senior Clerk, Jr. Acct Asst | 5 | 29,200 | 18–33 | |
| 06/2025 | Traffic Assistant | 4 | 25,500 | 18–33 | |
| 07/2025 | Commercial/Accounts Clerk, Junior Clerk | 2-3 | 19,900–21,700 | 18–30 | 3,050 (Total UG) |
| 07/2025 | Trains Clerk | 2 | 19,900 | 18–30 | |
| 07/2025 | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk | 2 | 19,900 | 18–30 | |
| Grand Total Vacancies | 8,850 | ||||
Application Fee Structure
- General / OBC: ₹500
- Women, Transgender, SC/ST, PwBD, Minorities: ₹250
(Fee is refundable after attending the first stage of the exam, as per RRB norms).
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Stages of Selection:
- CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test)
- CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test)
- CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) / Typing Skill Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Exam Structure (CBT 1 & CBT 2):
| Stage | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 | Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 min |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | ||
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 | ||
| CBT 2 | Mathematics | 35 | 35 | 90 min |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | ||
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | ||
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer.
Detailed Syllabus Overview
Mathematics
Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple/Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Venn Diagrams, Decision-Making, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Analytical Reasoning.
General Awareness
Current Affairs, General Science, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Art & Culture, Monuments, Sports, Computers, Environment, Famous Personalities, Government Programs, General Technology.
Application Process
- Apply Online: Visit the respective RRB regional website.
- Registration: Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Fee Payment: Pay online via UPI, Net Banking, Cards, or offline via Challan.
- Upload Documents: Photograph, signature, community certificate (if applicable).
- Submit Form: Take a printout for future use.
- Correction Window: Available for minor changes (extra fee applicable).
Candidates are encouraged to download the detailed official syllabus PDF and practice with previous year question papers available on the RRB websites for efficient preparation.
