RRB NTPC 2022 is a competitive exam that requires candidates to have expertise in all subjects. There are 2 types of RRB NTPC exams:
- RRB NTPC for CBT1
- RRB NTPC for CBT2
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Stages for RRB NTPC Selection
The recruitment process involves 3 types of tests and Document/Medical verification. RRB NTPC syllabus for both the exams is the same; however, their exam pattern is different. All the selections are made strictly based on the below-mentioned recruitment stages:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)- 1st Stage
An aspirant is required to clear this preliminary exam, an objective test to reach the Mains.
2. Computer Based Test (CBT)- 2nd Stage
The Main Exam is a descriptive test that a candidate needs to clear for getting qualified for undergoing the skill test.
3. Computer-Based Aptitude Test/Typing Skill Test (As Applicable)
- Typing Skill Test is another skill test held for selecting Junior Time Keeper, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Account Cum Assistant Typist, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, and Accounts Clerk Cum Typist posts.
- The computer-based Aptitude test is a skill test conducted for the selection of Traffic Assistant and Station Master.
4. Document Verification
Document verification includes Date of Birth Proof, Caste Certificates, Minority Community Declaration, Income Certificate, and Education Qualification Mark Sheet.
5. Medical Examination
The near vision test is conducted under Medical examination for Binocular vision, Colour Vision, Myopic Vision, and Night Vision.
Exam Pattern for RRB NTPC
Below we have described the exam pattern, selection process, and syllabus covered under both exams.
Exam Pattern for RRB NTPC Stage-1
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | – |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | – |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 | – |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
The 1st Stage is of a screening nature that uses normalised scores for shortlisting candidates for CBT 2nd stage as per their merit. Moreover, 1/3rd mark will be deducted from all candidates for every wrong answer.
Exam Pattern for RRB NTPC Stage-2
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | – |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | – |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 | – |
| Total | 120 Questions | 120 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Stage 2 includes a negative marking of 1/3rd for the candidates providing wrong answers. Moreover, the level of difficulty of the stage 2 question is difficult compared to the Tier I paper.
Normalisation of marks will be done in this Stage.
RRB NTPC Syllabus
The topics prescribed in the RRB NTPC 2022 syllabus are the same for the CBT 1st and 2nd Stages. However, only the difficulty level may vary. The syllabus consists of class 10th, 12th, and graduation levels.
Primarily the RRB NTPC syllabus contains 3 subjects, which are:
1. Mathematics
The syllabus for Mathematics includes Simple and Compound Interest, LCM and HCF, Number Systems, Fractions, Decimals, Mensuration, Percentage, Elementary Algebra, Profit and Loss, Time and Distance, Time and Work, etc.
2. General Awareness
The General Awareness RRB NTPC Syllabus consists of Indian Literature, Indian Economy, Transport Systems in India, Basics of Computer, History of India and the World, Art and Culture of India, Indian Polity and Governance, Games and Sports, Flagship Government Programs, etc.
3. General Intelligence and Reasoning
Preparing for the General and Reasoning section will make you go through Coding and Decoding, Syllogism, Mathematical Operations, Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analogies, Interpretation of Graphs, Seating Arrangements, Puzzle, etc.
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