RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) is one of the biggest Indian Railways recruitments, filling popular posts like Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk and Typist. Here is the full guide — posts, eligibility, exam pattern and preparation.
Overview
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Posts | Station Master, Goods Guard, Clerk, Typist, etc. |
| Qualification | 12th pass or graduation (post-wise) |
| Age | 18–33 years (varies; relaxations apply) |
| Selection | CBT-1 → CBT-2 → Skill/Typing → Medical |
| Apply at | RRB regional websites |
Eligibility
Posts are split into 12th-pass (undergraduate) level and graduate level categories. Age limits generally range from 18 to 33 years depending on the post, with standard relaxations.
Exam Pattern
- CBT-1: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness (screening stage).
- CBT-2: a higher-level test that decides the merit list.
- Skill/Typing test for relevant posts, followed by document verification and a medical exam.
Salary
NTPC posts fall in Pay Level 2 to Level 6 depending on the role, plus railway allowances and benefits such as travel passes.
Preparation Tips
Strengthen mathematics and reasoning, revise general awareness and current affairs, and practise previous-year railway papers with timed mock tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest post in RRB NTPC?
Station Master and Goods Train Manager are among the top graduate-level posts.
Is there a typing test?
Yes, for clerk/typist posts after the CBTs.
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