RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025: 8850 Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Salary
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India have released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2025 & 07/2025 for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts.
A total of 8,850 vacancies have been announced for Graduate and Undergraduate level posts in Indian Railways. This is one of the biggest recruitment drives in 2025 for candidates seeking Government Jobs in Railways.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
| Category | CEN No. | Posts | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Level | 06/2025 | Station Master, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accountant Assistant cum Typist, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 5800 | 18–33 Years | Graduate (Any Stream) |
| Undergraduate Level | 07/2025 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk | 3050 | 18–30 Years | 12th Pass (10+2) |
| Total | - | - | 8850 | - | - |
Important Dates
- Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025): Application Start: 21 October 2025 | Application End: 20 November 2025
- Undergraduate Level (CEN 07/2025): Application Start: 28 October 2025 | Application End: 27 November 2025
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2025
The selection process includes:
- CBT 1 (Computer Based Test – Stage 1)
- CBT 2 (Computer Based Test – Stage 2)
- Typing Skill Test / Computer Based Aptitude Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | - |
Note: Negative marking of 1/3 for each wrong answer.
CBT 2 Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | - |
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2025
General Awareness
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Geography & Culture of India
- Economy, Budget & Railways Awareness
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Sports, Awards & Books
Mathematics
- Number System, Decimals, Fractions
- Ratio, Proportion & Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Mensuration & Geometry
- Trigonometry Basics
- Statistics (Mean, Median, Mode)
- Algebra & Simplification
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies, Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations, Classification
- Syllogism & Venn Diagrams
- Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
- Statement & Conclusion, Decision Making
- Mathematical Operations
Salary of RRB NTPC Posts (7th CPC) Basic Pay
- Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor – ₹35,400
- Station Master – ₹35,400
- Goods Guard – ₹29,200
- Junior Accountant Assistant cum Typist – ₹29,200
- Senior Clerk cum Typist – ₹25,500
- Traffic Assistant – ₹25,500
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk – ₹21,700
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist – ₹19,900
- Junior Clerk cum Typist – ₹19,900
- Trains Clerk – ₹19,900
How to Apply for RRB NTPC 2025
- Visit the official RRB website of your region.
- Select CEN 06/2025 (Graduate) or CEN 07/2025 (Undergraduate).
- Register with Aadhaar-based verification.
- Fill out the application form with personal & academic details.
- Upload photo, signature & documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit & take a printout for future reference.
RRB NTPC 2025 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC 2025?
A. A total of 8,850 vacancies – 5,800 Graduate & 3,050 Undergraduate.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A. Graduate Level – 20 November 2025, Undergraduate Level – 27 November 2025.
Q3. What is the exam pattern?
A. Two CBTs (Stage 1 & Stage 2), followed by Typing/Skill Test, Document Verification & Medical Test.
Q4. What is the syllabus?
A. The syllabus includes General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
Q5. What is the salary for RRB NTPC posts?
A. Salary ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹35,400 depending on the post.
Q6. Is Aadhaar mandatory for applying?
A. Yes, Aadhaar-based verification is mandatory.
