Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern) Test Series
Railway recruitment practice: full length mock tests in the RRB NTPC CBT-1 pattern with reasoning, general awareness and mathematics, in the usual 100-question, 90-minute format.
About Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern)
RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) is the Railway Recruitment Boards' exam for clerical, commercial and operating posts in Indian Railways. It runs as two notifications: a graduate level for posts such as Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor and Senior Clerk cum Typist, and an undergraduate (Class 12) level for posts such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk cum Typist and Trains Clerk.
In the 2026 cycle the graduate notification (CEN 06/2026) offers 3,548 posts. Selection is through CBT-1 (screening), CBT-2 (merit), document verification and medical examination.
Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern) at a glance
| Conducted by | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Stages | CBT-1 (screening) → CBT-2 (merit) → document verification → medical |
| CBT-1 | 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes |
| CBT-2 | 120 questions, 120 marks, 90 minutes |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| Language | English, Hindi and listed regional languages |
| Official website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern) exam pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
CBT-1 pattern. CBT-2 has General Awareness 50, Mathematics 35 and Reasoning 35 questions in the same 90 minutes.
Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern) — test series & prices
Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern) syllabus
Eligibility
Graduate level: a degree from a recognised university, age 18 to 33 years. Undergraduate level: Class 12 pass, age 18 to 30 years. Ages are counted as on 1 January 2027 for the 2026 cycle, with relaxation for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD and other categories as per the notification.
How to prepare: 5 practical tips
- General Awareness is the biggest section in both CBTs; give it daily time, including science and railway facts.
- Practise with 1/3 negative marking in mind and avoid blind guesses.
- Take full 90-minute mocks for both CBT levels; CBT-2 has 20 more questions in the same time.
- Master Class 10 level mathematics with shortcuts; the same topics appear every year.
- Read the medical standard of your preferred post in the notification before applying.
📚 Notes & eBooks for this exam
Month-wise national current affairs eBooks (Hindi + English) for the General Awareness section. Available on our sister site Learnnity — every eBook comes with 6 months of its My Study Room (quiz, flashcards and more).
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Railway RRB NTPC (CBT-1 Pattern): frequently asked questions
What is the RRB NTPC CBT-1 pattern?
A 90-minute computer-based test of 100 questions for 100 marks: General Awareness 40, Mathematics 30 and Reasoning 30, with one-third negative marking. It is a screening stage.
How is CBT-2 different?
CBT-2 has the same subjects and time but 120 questions: General Awareness 50, Mathematics 35 and Reasoning 35. CBT-2 marks decide the merit.
What is the age limit?
18 to 33 years for graduate posts and 18 to 30 years for undergraduate posts, as on 1 January 2027 for the 2026 cycle, with relaxation as per rules.
Is there a typing test in RRB NTPC 2026?
Reports of the 2026 notifications say the computer-based typing skill test has been removed for this cycle. Please confirm in the official notification of your level.
Which posts are offered at the graduate level?
Goods Train Manager, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist.
What does Prepnity offer for RRB NTPC?
Full-length CBT-1 pattern mock tests (100 questions, 90 minutes, 1/3 negative marking) with Hindi and English explanations and all-India rank.
Can I try before paying?
Yes. Register for free and attempt the free tests (1 available for this exam) before buying any series.
Are the questions in Hindi or English?
Every question, option and explanation is available in both Hindi and English. You can switch the language at any time.
For how long can I use a series?
You choose a 3, 6 or 12 month plan. You can renew any time and the remaining days are added.
How do I pay?
Secure online payment by UPI, card or net banking.
Do I get my money back?
Please read our refund policy.
Information checked on 7 November 2026. Checked against reports of the RRB NTPC 2026 notifications (CEN 06/2026 and 07/2026). Confirm details on the official RRB websites. Always confirm dates and rules on the official website: rrbapply.gov.in. Prepnity is an independent test-series platform and is not connected with any exam-conducting body.
