RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2024: CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, DV

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the exam pattern for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment 2024. Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the RRB NTPC exam pattern for both CBT 1 and CBT 2, including the number of questions, marks, time duration, and negative marking. We will also discuss the expected cutoff marks and qualifying marks.

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RRB NTPC 2024 Exam Pattern Overview

Stage	Test Type	Subjects	Marks	Duration	Key Features
CBT 1	Computer-Based Test	General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning	100	90 minutes (120 for PwD)	Screening test, negative marking of 1/3 per incorrect answer, marks normalized
CBT 2	Computer-Based Test	Same as CBT 1	120	90 minutes (120 for PwD)	Separate tests for posts with different CPC levels, normalization applies
Skill Test/CBAT	Typing/Ability Test	Post-specific	Qualifying	Varies	For specific posts like Station Master, Typist; Typing speed and accuracy tested
Document Verification	Eligibility Verification	N/A	N/A	N/A	Final stage before recruitment

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2024

CBT 1: Screening Stage

Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwD candidates)
Purpose: Shortlisting candidates for CBT 2.
Marking Scheme: 1 mark per correct answer, 1/3 deducted for wrong answers.
Note: Candidates 20 times the number of vacancies will proceed to CBT 2

RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern

The first stage of the RRB NTPC recruitment process is the Computer-Based Test (CBT) 1. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern:

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks
Mathematics	30	30
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30	30
General Awareness	40	40
Total	100	100

CBT 2: Post-Specific Test

Duration: 90 minutes (120 for PwD candidates)
Structure: Separate tests for different 7th CPC levels.
Key Feature: Marks are normalized; difficulty level varies by post.

RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern

The second stage of the RRB NTPC recruitment process is the Computer-Based Test (CBT) 2. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern:

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks
Mathematics	35	35
General Intelligence and Reasoning	35	35
General Awareness	50	50
Total	120	120

Skill Test (CBAT/TST)

CBAT: For roles like Station Master and Traffic Assistant, focusing on multitasking, presence of mind, and problem-solving. Minimum qualifying score is 42 in each test battery.
Typing Skill Test (TST): Required for clerical posts, where candidates must type 30 WPM in English or 25 WPM in Hindi on a personal computer

RRB NTPC Document Verification

Candidates who clear all stages are called for document verification. Ensure eligibility documents are accurate and complete

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RRB NTPC Qualifying Marks 2024

Category	Minimum Marks (CBT 1 & CBT 2)
General (UR)	40%
OBC/SC	30%
ST	25%

Note: These percentages may vary depending on the number of candidates and vacancies.

RRB NTPC Expected Cutoff 2024

While the cutoff varies by post, region, and category, the expected cutoffs for CBT 1 are estimated as:

Category	Expected Cutoff (CBT 1)
General (UR)	70-85
OBC	65-75
SC/ST	55-65

The actual cutoff depends on the difficulty level and number of applicants.

FAQs

Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC 2024?

Yes, 1/3 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer in CBT 1 and CBT 2

What posts require the Typing Skill Test?

Clerical posts like Junior Clerk, Senior Clerk, and Typist roles require this test. Candidates must meet minimum typing speed requirements

Are marks normalized in RRB NTPC?

Yes, normalization is applied in CBT 1 and CBT 2 to ensure fairness across multiple sessions

What is the difficulty level of CBT 2?

The level is slightly higher than CBT 1 and varies based on the post’s CPC level.

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