The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the exam dates for the RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment cycle. This highly anticipated exam aims to fill approximately 35,000 vacancies across various non-technical graduate and non-graduate posts in Indian Railways. Here’s a compiled guide with all essential details from official sources:
RRB NTPC 2025 Exam Schedule
- Notification Release Date: May 2025 (expected in the second week).
- Online Application Start Date: May 2025 (tentatively after the notification).
- Last Date to Apply: June/July 2025 (exact dates to be confirmed).
- CBT 1 Exam: August 2025 (Phase 1 for all candidates).
- CBT 2 Exam: October 2025 (for candidates shortlisted in CBT 1).
- Result Declaration: To be announced post-exam.
Note: Exact dates will be updated on RRB’s official website once released.
Posts and Vacancies
The recruitment drive will fill vacancies in two categories:
- Graduate-Level Posts: Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, etc.
- Non-Graduate (12th Pass) Posts: Typist, Commercial Clerk, Station Master, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit:
- Minimum: 18 years.
- Maximum: 33 years (age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per government norms).
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Posts: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Non-Graduate Posts: 12th pass (or equivalent) with typing proficiency.
Application Process
- Registration: Visit the regional RRB websites or RRB CDG portal.
- Fee Payment:
- General/OBC: ₹500 (may vary).
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-S: ₹250 (subject to confirmation).
- Admit Card: Released 10–15 days before CBT 1.
Selection Process
- CBT 1: 100-minute online test with General Awareness, Mathematics, and Reasoning.
- CBT 2: Advanced test for shortlisted candidates.
- Document Verification & Medical Exam: Final stage for selected candidates.
Key Preparation Tips
- Start revising basics of General Science, Arithmetic, and Current Affairs.
- Practice previous years’ papers and mock tests.
- Stay updated via official RRB portals for syllabus changes.
Important Links
- RRB Official Website
- Notification PDF (to be uploaded in May 2025)
Pro Tip: Bookmark the RRB regional websites and enable notifications for instant updates. With intense competition expected, early preparation is crucial!
Disclaimer: Dates are tentative and based on official sources. Cross-check details once RRB releases the official notification.
