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understanding of the syllabus and exam structure for effective exam preparation. The RRB NTPC Recruitment
is conducted in multiple stages, including the Preliminary Exam also known as CBT 1, the Mains Exam also Overview
known as CBT 2 & depending on the post, a Typing Skill Test or Computer-Based Aptitude Test will also be
conducted. Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Each stage has a distinct exam pattern covering syllabus subjects such as Mathematics, General Awareness, Previous Year Papers
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RRB NTPC Syllabus 2024 & Exam Pattern – Highlights

The RRB NTPC Exam will be conducted in two stages of Computer Based Tests – CBT 1 and CBT 2. The
syllabus for RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2 consists of subjects namely Mathematics, General Awareness, and
General Intelligence & Reasoning. Before delving into the detailed RRB NTPC syllabus for each subject, let us
quickly go through an overview of the syllabus and exam pattern for the upcoming exam below –

RRB NTPC Syllabus and Exam Pattern Details

Particulars Details

NTPC Full Form Non-Technical Popular Categories

Stages of Exam/Selection 1. CBT 1

Process 2. CBT 2
3. Typing Skill Test/CBAT
4. Document Verification /Medical Exam

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 Subjects Mathematics, General Awareness, General Intelligence and
Reasoning

Mode of RRB NTPC Exam Online (Computer Based Test)

Exam Duration 90 minutes

Negative Marking – 1/3 for each wrong answer

Medium/Language of Exam 15 Languages

RRB NTPC Syllabus PDF

RRB NTPC Syllabus consists of 3 subjects – General Awareness, Mathematics and General Intelligence &
Reasoning. The exam will be conducted in two stages i.e. CBT 1 and CBT 2, and the syllabus for both will be
different in terms of the difficulty level. Candidates must be familiar with important subjects and their topics
before getting started with their exam preparation. The detailed subject-wise syllabus of RRB NTPC is
mentioned below in the article. Download the topic-wise Syllabus for RRB NTPC Prelims & Mains Exams from
the PDF provided below –

Download RRB NTPC Syllabus PDF 2024

RRB NTPC Syllabus for CBT 1 & CBT 2

CBT 1 is the first stage of the RRB NTPC Exam. A total number of 100 questions will be asked in the Stage I
exam. CBT 1 questions will be of objective type with multiple choice and are likely to include questions
pertaining to Maths, Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness.

CBT 2 will include questions pertaining to subjects similar to the ones asked in the CBT 1 paper and will also
be objective-type. The subject-wise syllabus of the NTPC Stage I & Stage II exam is given below –

RRB NTPC Maths Syllabus

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 The Mathematics section of the RRB NTPC exam is designed to assess a candidate's numerical and problem-
solving abilities, focusing on a range of topics from basic arithmetic to advanced quantitative concepts. Below
is the detailed mathematics syllabus for RRB NTPC –

Subject Syllabus Topics

Maths Number System

Decimals

Fractions

LCM

HCF

Ratio and Proportions

Percentage

Mensuration

Time and Work

Time, Speed, and Distance

Simple and Compound Interest

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 Profit and Loss

Elementary Algebra

Geometry and Trigonometry

Elementary Statistics

Questions on Average

Geometry and Trigonometry

Problems on Weight

Elementary Statistics

Questions on Height

Ratio and Proportions

Questions on Marks

Questions on Basic Problems

Elementary Algebra

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 Questions on Relative Speeds

Questions on Boats, Trains, etc.

Questions on Basic Linear Equation in One variable

Questions on Basic Linear Equations in two variables

Profit and Loss

Questions on Dishonest/Successive Dealings

Questions on Partnerships

RRB NTPC Syllabus for General Intelligence & Reasoning

The General Intelligence and Reasoning section of the RRB NTPC exam will evaluate a candidate's logical
thinking and problem-solving abilities. Below is the detailed RRB NTPC Syllabus for General Intelligence &
Reasoning –

Subject Syllabus Topics

General Intelligence & Analogies

Reasoning

Statement and Conclusion

Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series

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 Coding and Decoding

Puzzle

Data Sufficiency

Mathematical Operations

Similarities and Differences

Relationships

Analytical Reasoning

Syllogism

Jumbling

Venn Diagrams

Statement-Courses of Action

Decision Making

Maps

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 Interpretation of Graphs

Classification: Number, Letter and Meaningful Words, GK Based

Analogy: Number, General Knowledge, Meaning & Letter Based Questions

Series: Number Series, Alphabet Series

Coding-Decoding: Coding-Decoding, Operations on Place Value, Letter Shifting,

Coding Letters by words, Analogy on Fictitious Language

Blood Relations: Questions on family Tree Problems, Questions on General

Blood Relation Problems

Clock & Calendar: Questions on Calendar Based Questions, Time & Clock
Hands

Ordering & Ranking: Ranking based Questions

Directions & Distances: Simple Problems on Directions, Formula Based

Distance Questions

Word Formation: Arranging words in a meaningful order

Non-Verbal Reasoning: Complete the Pattern, Classification, Series, Figure

Based Analogy, Cube-Based Questions

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 Others: Missing Number based questions, Venn Diagram based questions,
Puzzle based questions

RRB NTPC General Awareness Syllabus

The General Awareness section of the RRB NTPC syllabus 2024 is designed to evaluate a candidate's
knowledge of current events, general knowledge, and understanding of the world around them. Candidates
can refer to standard RRB NTPC Books to prepare for this section. This table has the detailed General
Awareness Syllabus for RRB NTPC –

Subject Syllabus Topics

General Inventions and Discoveries

Awareness

Neighboring Countries of India

Current Events of National and International Importance

Countries, Capitals, and Currency

Indian Literature

Important Monuments and Places of India

General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE)

Members of Rajya Sabha

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 History of India and Freedom Struggle

Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World

List of Phobias

Indian Polity and Governance- Constitution and Political System

General Scientific and Technological Developments

List of IPL Winners

UN and Other Important World Organizations

Environmental Issues Concerning India and World

List of Airports of India

Basics of Computers and Computer Applications

List of Sports Terms

Common Abbreviations

List of Arjuna Award Winners

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 Transport Systems in India

Indian Economy

Famous Personalities of India and World

Current GK

Important Current Affairs

Games and Sports

Art and Culture of India

Indian Literature and Important Books

Monuments and Places of India

General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE)

Indian History

Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World

Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, Common

Abbreviations

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 Transport Systems in India

Important Aspects of Indian Economy

Famous Personalities

Flagship Government Programs

General Scientific and Technological Developments including Space and Nuclear

Program of India

UN and Other important World Organizations

Environmental Issues Concerning India and World at Large

Basics of Computers and Computer Applications

Flora and Fauna of India

Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India etc.

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RRB NTPC Subject Wise Weightage & Marks Distribution

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 While preparing for the RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2, it is essential to identify topics that carry more weightage
and are frequently asked in the exam. Below is a topic-wise distribution of marks for each of the three sections
asked in the RRB NTPC Computer-Based Test –

Marks Distribution for General Intelligence Reasoning

The table below indicates topic-wise mark distribution for General Intelligence and Reasoning –

Topics Weightage

Decision making 1-2

Coding-Decoding 3-4

Puzzles 3

Analogy 2

Order and Rank 2-3

Alphabet & Figure Series 2-3

Blood relation 1-3

Odd pair 1-2

Logical Arrangement of words 3

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 Distance & Direction 2-3

Venn diagram 3-4

Number series 2

Odd One Out 1

Mathematical operators 1-2

Statement & Conclusions 2

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Topic Wise Marks Weightage for Mathematics

The table below indicates topic-wise marks distribution for Mathematics –

Topics Weightage

Simple/ Compound Interest 2-3

Number system 2-3

Geometry 2-3

Time and work 1-3

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 Profit and Loss 3-4

Average 2-3

Pipes and Cistern 1-2

Fraction 1

Problem on ages 1-3

HCF/LCM 2-3

Percentage 1

Ratio and Proportion 1

Algebra 1

DI 3-4

Trigonometry 1

Time and work 1

Speed time distance 3-4

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 Simplification 2-3

Marks Distribution For General Awareness

The table below indicates topic-wise marks distribution for General Awareness –

Topics Weightage

History 7-8

Geography 6

Polity 4

Economics 1-2

Biology 4

Physics 2

Chemistry 2

Static GK 3

Books & Authors 1-2

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 Imp Organisation 1-2

Days & Dates 1

Space/Defence 1-2

Inventions & Discoveries 1

Computer knowledge 1

Current Affairs 4-2

Sports 1

Others 1-2

Note – This marks distribution is approximate and not absolute. The number of questions of each topic might
increase or decrease in the upcoming exam!

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2024

As per the official exam pattern for RRB NTPC, candidates must undergo 4 stages of the selection process,
1st Stage CBT examination, 2nd Stage CBT Examination, Computer Based Aptitude Test/Typing Test,
Document Verification. In the CBTs, questions will be asked from subjects like General Awareness,
Mathematics, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. The Typing Test is applicable only for posts like Senior
Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist and Accounts Clerk cum
Typist. Go through quick highlights of the exam pattern below –

The RRB NTPC exam will consist of objective-type MCQ questions.

A total of 100 questions are asked for 100 marks in CBT 1, while a total of 120 questions are asked for
120 marks in CBT 2.
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 The exam duration will be 90 minutes for both CBT 1 and 2.
There shall be a negative marking of 1/3 for each incorrect answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.
Candidates shortlisted in CBT 1 and CBT 2 will be called to appear for the CBAT or Typing Skill Test
depending on the post that they have applied for.

Candidates must be familiar with the complete RRB NTPC Exam Pattern to ensure that they tackle their
preparation from the exam point of view.

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Last updated: Nov 14, 2024

-> RRB NTPC Exam Dates are yet to be released on the official website.

-> RRB NTPC 2024 Online application dates were extended for both Graduate and Undergraduate
posts. The last date to apply for Graduate posts was 20th October 2024, while for Undergraduate
posts, it was 27th October 2024.

-> The RRB NTPC 2024 Notification has been released for a total of 11558 vacancies.

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 -> A total of 3445 Vacancies have been announced for Undergraduate posts like Commercial Cum
Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist & Trains Clerk.

-> A total of 8114 vacancies are announced for Graduate-level posts in the Non-Technical Popular
Categories (NTPC) such as Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Station Master, etc.

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