RRB NTPC 2024–25 Examination: Notification and Exam Dates
RRB NTPC 2024–25 Examination: Comprehensive Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment for 2024–25, offering a total of 11,558 vacancies across various undergraduate and graduate-level positions. Below is a detailed breakdown of the recruitment process, including key dates, vacancy distribution, exam schedule, and more.
Latest Update: RRB NTPC 2024–25 Exam Dates & Admit Card
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the exam schedule for RRB NTPC 2024–25. The CBT-1 exam will be held from April 22, 2025 onwards in multiple shifts across the country.
- Admit Card Release Date: April 18, 2025
- Exam City Intimation Slip: Released on April 12, 2025
- CBT-1 Exam Dates: From April 22, 2025 (in 3 shifts per day)
- Exam Shifts:
- Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
- Shift 2: 12:45 PM – 2:15 PM
- Shift 3: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
All candidates can download their admit cards and exam city slips from their respective RRB regional websites by entering their registration number and date of birth.
Quick Links to RRB Websites
Recruitment Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 |
| Graduate-Level Posts | 8,113 |
| Undergraduate-Level Posts | 3,445 |
| Application Period (Graduates) | September 14 – October 20, 2024 |
| Application Period (Undergraduates) | September 21 – October 27, 2024 |
| Fee Payment Window (Graduates) | October 21–22, 2024 |
| Fee Payment Window (Undergraduates) | October 28–29, 2024 |
| Application Correction Window (Graduates) | October 23–30, 2024 |
| Application Correction Window (Undergraduates) | October 30 – November 6, 2024 |
Exam Schedule
The RRB NTPC 2025 Computer-Based Test (CBT-1) is officially scheduled for April 22, 2025. The examination will be conducted in three shifts:
- Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
- Afternoon Shift: 12:45 PM – 2:15 PM
- Evening Shift: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Admit Card & Exam City Intimation
The RRB NTPC Admit Card will be available for download four days before the exam date, i.e., from April 18, 2025. Additionally, the Exam City Intimation Slip will be released ten days prior to the exam, i.e., on April 12, 2025. Candidates can download these documents from their respective regional RRB websites using their registration number and date of birth.
Steps to Download the RRB NTPC 2025 Admit Card:
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Visit the official website of your respective RRB region.
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Click on the link for 'RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025' or 'Download E-Call Letter'.
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Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
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Click on the “Submit” button.
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Your RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025 will be displayed on the screen.
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Download and save the admit card.
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Take a printout of the admit card to carry to the examination center.
Note: The admit card will be available for download 4 days before the exam date. Additionally, the Exam City Intimation Slip will be released 10 days prior to the exam. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of their respective RRB region for updates.
Here is the complete list of official websites for each RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) region in India, where candidates can download their NTPC admit cards and check other updates:
RRB Region-wise Official Websites
| RRB Region | Official Website |
|---|---|
| RRB Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| RRB Ajmer | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| RRB Allahabad | www.rrbald.gov.in |
| RRB Bangalore | www.rrbbnc.gov.in |
| RRB Bhopal | www.rrbbpl.nic.in |
| RRB Bhubaneswar | www.rrbbbs.gov.in |
| RRB Bilaspur | www.rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| RRB Chandigarh | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| RRB Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| RRB Gorakhpur | www.rrbgkp.gov.in |
| RRB Guwahati | www.rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| RRB Jammu–Srinagar | www.rrbjammu.nic.in |
| RRB Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| RRB Malda | www.rrbmalda.gov.in |
| RRB Mumbai | www.rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| RRB Muzaffarpur | www.rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| RRB Patna | www.rrbpatna.gov.in |
| RRB Ranchi | www.rrbranchi.gov.in |
| RRB Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| RRB Siliguri | www.rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| RRB Thiruvananthapuram | www.rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in |
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2024–25 comprises the following stages:
- 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1)
- 2nd Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-2)
- Skill Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification/Medical Examination
Posts Covered
The RRB NTPC recruitment encompasses various positions, including:
- Commercial Apprentice
- Goods Guard
- Traffic Apprentice
- Traffic Assistant
- Assistant Station Master
Salary Structure
The salary structure for various posts under RRB NTPC 2024–25 is as follows:
| Post | Pay Level | Initial Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 2 | 19,900 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 2 | 19,900 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | 21,700 |
| Goods Guard | 5 | 29,200 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | 29,200 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 5 | 29,200 |
| Commercial Apprentice | 6 | 35,400 |
| Station Master | 6 | 35,400 |
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Bring a printed copy of the admit card to the exam center.
- Carry valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Report at least 1 hour before the exam time.
- No electronic gadgets or calculators are allowed.
- COVID-19 guidelines may still be followed as per government instructions.
Disclaimer: All information provided here is based on official notifications and updates from reputed educational portals as of April 2025. Please verify details from the respective regional RRB websites for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
