The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the exam dates for the much-awaited RRB NTPC 2025 exam. Over 1.21 crore candidates have applied for this recruitment, and now it’s time to gear up, as the CBT 1 for Graduate Level posts will be conducted from 5th to 23rd June 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about the exam, including important dates, zone-wise vacancies, exam pattern, and selection process.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Conducted By | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 |
| Levels | Graduate & 12th Pass (Undergraduate) |
| Mode of Exam | Online CBT |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Selection Process | CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Skill/Typing Test → Document Verification → Medical |
| Total Applicants | Over 1.21 crore |
| Admit Card Release | 4 days before the exam (by 1st June 2025) |
| Exam City Intimation | By 25th May 2025 |
Graduate Level CBT 1 Exam: 5th to 23rd June 2025
Undergraduate Level CBT 1 Exam: To be announced soon
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11:15 AM | 12:45 PM – 2:15 PM |
| Shift 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
This year, RRB NTPC recruitment is being conducted for 11,558 posts, categorized into two sections:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 3,144 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1,736 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 732 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 1,507 |
| Station Master | 944 |
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| Trains Clerk | 72 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,022 |
Admit Card Release Date: Expected by 1st June 2025
Exam City Information: Will be available by 25th May 2025
Admit card will contain crucial details such as your exam city, exam center, date, shift, and instructions. Candidates must download it from provided link.
RRB NTPC 2025 follows a multi-stage selection process:
CBT 1 (Preliminary Exam) – Screening of candidates
CBT 2 (Mains Exam) – Merit-based shortlisting
Skill/Typing Test or Aptitude Test (as per post)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
The RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for aspirants looking to join the Indian Railways. With exam dates officially announced, now is the time to revise thoroughly and boost your preparation.
Stay updated with regular notifications from the RRB website, and download your admit card as soon as it becomes available.
📌 Pro Tip: Practice mock tests, revise the previous year’s questions, and stay calm during the exam
