RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) is one of the largest railway recruitments for posts like Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Station Master etc. Knowing the exact RRB NTPC 2026 syllabus and pattern is crucial.
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RRB NTPC 2026 Exam Pattern
CBT 1 (Common for all)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
Duration: 90 minutes. Negative marking 1/3.
CBT 2
Similar sections but higher difficulty and more questions (120 questions, 120 marks, 90 min).
CBT 2 is followed by Typing Skill Test / CBAT / Document Verification depending on post.
RRB NTPC 2026 Syllabus
Mathematics
Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock etc.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Statement-Course of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs etc.
General Awareness
Current Events, Indian Geography, History, Polity, Economy, General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Sports, Culture, Awards, Books & Authors, Important Days, National & International Organizations, Abbreviations etc.
Preparation Strategy
- Focus more on General Awareness and Maths for CBT 1.
- Practice previous year RRB papers extensively.
- For CBT 2, increase difficulty level.
- Typing test practice for clerical posts.
- Current affairs last 6-8 months is very important.
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Last updated: 25.06.2026
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