The RRB NTPC (Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories) exam is a recruitment drive by the Railway Recruitment Board to fill various non-technical positions in the Indian Railways.
2. How Many Vacancies Are Available?
A total of 11,558 vacancies are available for the RRB NTPC exam, including both graduate and undergraduate posts.
3. When Can Candidates Apply?
The online application for graduate posts started on September 14, 2024, and ends on October 13, 2024. For undergraduate posts, the application window opened on September 21, 2024, and closes on October 20, 2024.
4. What Are the Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates must be either a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who entered India before January 1, 1962, or a person of Indian descent who immigrated from specific countries to settle in India. The age limit varies from 18 to 33 years for graduate posts and 18 to 36 years for undergraduate posts.
5. What Is the Exam Pattern?
The RRB NTPC exam consists of two stages of Computer-Based Tests (CBT). The first stage includes 100 questions covering general awareness, mathematics, and general intelligence and reasoning. The second stage has 120 questions with the same subjects. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for each incorrect answer.
6. What Are the Selection Stages?
The selection process involves multiple stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT) 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test/Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Each stage is an elimination round, ensuring only the most suitable candidates are selected.
7. When Will the Exams Take Place?
The exact exam dates for CBT 1 are November 15-30, 2024, and for CBT 2, they are January 10-25, 2025. These dates are subject to change and will be announced on the official RRB website.
8. How Can Candidates Prepare?
Candidates should stay updated with current affairs, especially related to Indian Railways. They should also brush up on static GK topics and practice the exam pattern to ensure they are well-prepared for the exams.
9. What Is the Application Fee?
The application fee varies based on the category of the candidate. The fees need to be paid within the specified dates after the application form closure.
