The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment process includes various levels of examination for graduate vacancies like Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist. Below is a detailed overview of the syllabus for each stage of the RRB NTPC recruitment process.
RRB NTPC Recruitment Process Stages:
- 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-I)
- 2nd Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-II)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Typing Skill Test (TST)
- Document Verification (DV)
1st Stage CBT Syllabus
The 1st Stage CBT is a screening test comprising multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The negative marking system deducts 1/3 marks for each incorrect answer. This stage focuses on general knowledge, reasoning, and quantitative aptitude.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Profit & Loss, Elementary Algebra |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Series (Number & Alphabetical), Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities & Differences, Relationships, Puzzles, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Sports, Art & Culture, Indian Literature, History (India & World), Geography, Indian Polity, General Science, Technological Developments, Government Schemes |
2nd Stage CBT Syllabus
The 2nd Stage CBT is a higher-level test, focusing more on analytical, job-related knowledge, and deeper general aptitude. The negative marking of 1/3 per wrong answer still applies.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Same topics as 1st Stage CBT, but with a greater focus on complexity and depth. |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | More advanced reasoning, including higher-level analytical reasoning, puzzles, and logical decision-making. |
| General Awareness | More in-depth questions related to national and international events, history, Indian economy, geography, environment, government policies, and programs. |
RRB NTPC Typing Skill Test (TST)
For posts such as Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, candidates are required to pass a typing skill test. Typing speed requirements include:
- English: 30 words per minute (WPM)
- Hindi: 25 words per minute (WPM)
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
This test is applicable only for the post of Station Master. Candidates must score a minimum T-score of 42 in each test battery. No relaxation in the T-score for any category.
Document Verification (DV)
Candidates who clear all previous stages are called for Document Verification based on merit. Final appointment is subject to passing medical fitness tests and document authentication.
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