New Delhi, 28 November 2025. Finally for 51,979 shortlisted candidates wait is over – RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date Finally Announced | RRb Sarkari Results University (10+2) Level! The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have announced the Vital dates of Computer Based Test (CBT 2) on December 20, 2025 (Saturday), admit card to be out on December 16, 2025. This is following city intimation slip activation on December 10, 2025, allowing candidates to plan your travel comfortably.
Having 3,445 vacancies for various posts such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (2,022), Junior Clerk cum Typist (990), Accounts clerk cum typist (361) and Trains. Clerk (72), competition continues to be tough even from an impression total of 63.26 lakh who had applied initially. They announced the CBT 1 results on November 21, 2025 and hence now CBT 2 – which is of a total of 70% weightage in final merit – is the do or die round.
From download process to exam pattern, syllabus breakup, expected cut-offs and last minute preparations, this ultimate guide takes care of everything you need to know to ace it. Take these as the clock ticks for, get your credentials in place – remember, no admit card equals no entry. Let’s make it a point to show out on December 20!
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025: Official Schedule & Key Dates Timeline; Admit Card Release Date, E-Ticket Download Link here
Complete Exam Schedule: Application to Declaration of the Result
The RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025 is the second stage of this large scale recruitment process for non-technical category on Indian Railways. Here’s the full timeline to help you stay in the know:
| Event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 21 September 2024 | CEN 05/2024 notification released |
| Application Last Date | 27 October 2024 | Extension from original deadline |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 October 2024 | Online modes only (Debit/Credit/Net Banking/IMPS) |
| Form Correction Window | 30 September – 6 November 2024 | Limited edits allowed for errors |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | 7 August – 9 September 2025 | Already conducted; results on 21 November 2025 |
| CBT 1 Result Declaration | 21 November 2025 | Shortlist for 51,979 candidates |
| CBT 2 City Intimation Slip | 10 December 2025 | Download 10 days prior; reveals exam city/shift |
| RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025 | 20 December 2025 | Undergraduate level; multiple shifts |
| Admit Card Release | 16 December 2025 | E-call letter via regional RRB sites |
| Answer Key Release | 15 September 2026 (tentative) | Post-exam; objections window follows |
| Result Declaration | 21 November 2026 (tentative) | Merit list for CBAT/DV |
| CBAT (Typing Test) | February-March 2026 (tentative) | For clerical posts; 30 WPM English/25 WPM Hindi |
| Document Verification | April-May 2026 | Final selection for 3,445 posts |
This organized timeline provides visibility with the normalization of RRB leveling multishift flow. CBT 2 is worth 70% as per RRB rules so it matters a lot in the final merit list. Missing deadlines? No if’s, and’s or but’s – bookmark your regional RRB website (rrbcdg. gov.in for Chandigarh) today.
The appointment, through CEN 05/2024, will fill up Group D and E posts with basic pay of Rs 19,900–35,400 besides allowances. With 63.26 lakh aspirants competing for 3,445 vacancies, the cut off battle is fierce – the shortlisting ratio in CBT 1 at UG level was a mere 1:15.
Moving on to preparations, make sure the Aadhaar is linked for biometrics – you won’t be allowed inside without it.
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Admit Card Download Details: How to download the Hall Ticket for CBT 2 on December 20
How To Download RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025: Simple But Important – December 16 Is A Day You Must Look Out For On Regional RRB Websites No fees, just login. Follow these foolproof steps:
- Access Regional RRB Portal: Go to your zone’s official website (e.g., rrbmumbai. gov.in for Mumbai, rrbahmedabad. gov.in for Gujarat). Stay away from unofficial links to avoid fraud.
- NTP Page: Click on the link reading- ‘CEN 05/2024 NTPC’ > ‘CBT 2 Admit Card 2025’ (link to get activated on and from December 16, after 4 pm IST).
- Login with Username & Password: Use your Application No. as username and DOB as password. Complete CAPTCHA verification.
- Review and Download: Crosscheck the following details – name, photo, signature, exam center details (venue), shift. If everything you filled is correct, do hurry to download PDF e-call letter.
- Print and Backup: Print two one colored (and one backup). Screenshot for digital backup. Laminate for durability.
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Common issues? ‘Invalid credentials’ – reset password through OTP to GT mobile/ email. Photo mismatch? Contact helpline with Aadhaar proof. Admit card validity: Only for December 20; not extendable.
Pro tip: Also Download city slip on December 10 for exam planning – it shows your city (eg Delhi, Mumbai), not venue (venue is given through admit card).
No fee for SC/ST outstation candidates with city slip -Apply online through the RRB portal.
If after multiple login failures, still unable to access Railway RBB Paramedical admit card then: Mail your regional rrb with application id and Screenshot – reply within 48 hrs.
Aadhaar – needed for biometric entry.
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2025: Negative Marking Alert – 120 Questions in 90 Minutes, Check Here!
CBT 2 Scheme: Multiple Choice Questions with 1/3 Negative Marking
Th Exam Pattern of RRB NTPC CBT 2 2025 for Under Graduate level is computer based test (CBT) amounting to 120 questions of 120 minutes duration. Negative marking is there 1/3 mark shall be deducted for every wrong answer. No sectional cut off – score of all shift being equated to the overall hush scores.
Subject Wise Breakdown:
- Mathematics (30 Questions of 1 mark each) Arithmetic: Time and Work, Percentage, Ration & proportions, LCM/HCF, Decimals/Fractions, BODMAS, Number System Ages Trigonometry / Geometry Averages Simple/ Compound Interest Profit/ Loss Data Interpretation Algebra.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 questions, 30 marks): Analogies, coding decoding, syllogism, series (number/letter), Venn diagrams, blood relations, direction sense test; decision making; statement conclusion/assumptions/fill in the blanks.
- General Awareness (60 Questions, 60 Marks): Latest current affairs (national/international) for last 6 months, history/culture/geography of India/world, Indian polity/constitution, Indian economy/budget/plans and schemes & other economic developments/issues, general science elements including physics/chemistry and biology up to 10th standard level etc., nature/ecology/environment conservation solar systems etc.
Difficulty: Moderate, GA heaviest (50%). Time Division: 25 minutes for Math, 25 mins for Reasoning, and 40 mins.. GA Qualifying marks: UR-40%, OBC/EWS-30%, SC/ST–25% (category-wise normalized).
Note: Try to practice atleast 90-100Q with 85% accuracy – mocks are your best friend.
Computer-Based Test – RRB’s online cpu.
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Answer Key and Tackling Strategy: Attempt to Maximize Score, Avoid Penalties
1 point per question) 0 for no answer; -1/3 penalty for wrong. GAME PLAN : First attempt those, you can’t do as they will be tougher and try to maintain 80% accuracy in strong sections. Math: Vedic shortcuts for speed. but Reasoning: Pattern spotting (80% predictable). GA: Current affairs dominate (60%).
Previous trends: 85+ is safe for UR merit, take GA for quick points.
Negative marking hack: If less than 50% sure, shouldn’t guess – it turns out not guessing increases net score by 10–15%.
RRB NTPC 2025 CBT 2 Syllabus: Topic wise preparation strategy for each UG Level learning domain.
Mathematics:30 – Both Speed & Average Value of questions
Core topics (15-20 questions):
- Number System: Decimal fractions, simplification, BODMAS, decimals and fraction and LCM/HCF.
- Algebra: Expressions, ratios, proportions, percentages, profit and loss.
- Geometry/Mensuration: Area/volume (triangles, circles, cubes), coordinate geometry.
- Time/Work/Distance: Pipes-cisterns, trains, boats/streams.
- Interest: Simple/compound, successive percentages.
- Data Analysis and Interpretation: Bar/line diagrams, pie charts, tables.
Prep hacks: RS Aggarwal book ( e.g. Rs 300), 50 questions a day. Time yourself – 45 seconds/question or less. Weak in mensuration? YouTube channels such as Unacademy (videos are free).
General Intelligence & Reasoning : 30 questions – Logical Puzzles comes most of the time.
Key areas (10-15 questions):
- Verbal: Analogies, coding-decoding, syllogism, statement-conclusion.
- Non-Verbal: Series (figure/number)/mirror/water images/paper folding/embedded figures.
- Analytical :Blood relation, directions, seating arrangements and puzzles (both circular and linear).
- Decision Making: Ethical dilemmas, assumptions.
Hacks: RS Aggarwal Verbal/Non-Verbal (Rs 250), 40 puzzles/day. Apps such as Testbook for timed mocks. Syllogism trick: Solve using Venn diagrams with 80% accuracy.
General Awareness: 60 questions : Current Affairs (30-35) + Static GK etc.
Current Affairs (6 months): National/international news, awards and honors, sports (Olympics; IPL), books and authors, summits (G20; BRICS), schemes (PM Awaas Yojana).
Static GK: History (INDEPENDENCE, dynasties, wars), Geography (rivers capitals climate), Polity (Constitution sections system), Economy (GDP sectors features) at a glance from Railway exams and science 10,000 questions just migrated into one.
Hacks: Lucent GK (Rs 200) for static, Pratiyogita Darpan monthly for currents. Every day 1 hour newspaper (The Hindu) + YouTube (30 mins Study IQ ).
Focus: Polity 15 ques (current) 20 – high scoring.
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RRB NTPC CBT 2 Cut-Off 2025 Prediction: UR 75-82, OBC 70-78 – Based on Trends & Vacancies
Expected Cut-Offs categorywise: Analysis at UG Level
As 3445 seats and 51,979 qualifiers (1:15 ratio),the cut-offs may increase by 5 to 7 marks from last year as paper was moderate. Prediction:
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (Out of 120) | 2021 Cut-Off | Factors Influencing |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 75-82 | 72-78 | High competition, GA moderate |
| OBC | 70-78 | 68-74 | Normalization, vacancies 1,500+ |
| SC | 65-72 | 62-68 | Reservation 15%, easier Math |
| ST | 60-68 | 58-64 | Remote centers, 7.5% quota |
| EWS | 72-79 | 70-76 | 10% quota, similar to UR |
Trends: GA scores, pull cut-off (30+ required); Math/Reasoning each 20+. Normalization is even shifts — believe it.
Safe attempt: 90+ for top merit (Ticket Clerk).
Factors: Difficulty (intermediate), openings (3,445), qualifiers (51,979).
RRB NTPC Cut-Off Trends – some insights into merit.
Tie Breaking Rules: Age, CBT 1 Score Determine
Ties broken by: 1) Age (older first), 2) CBT 1 score (higher first), 3) Alphabetical order of name. No gender preference.
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Centers 2025: City Allotment, Reporting Time and Travel Hacks
City Intimation Slip to Download on 10th December – Plan Your Journey accordingly
To be issued on December 10, slip will mention your exam city – (Delhi, Lucknow etc) and shift, there will be no scope to make changes. Download by login from respective RRB website. Outstation? Book IRCTC trains, flights SC/ST free rail passes (This story originally appeared in on May 8, 2020) COVID-19 Cases.
Centers: 21 RRBs, 500+ locations – Delhi NCR (50K candidates), Mumbai (30K), Chennai (25K).
Reporting time: 1-hr pre-shift (for example, 8 AM for 9 AM morning). Frisking: Metal detectors, biometrics via Aadhaar.
Travel hack- RRB’s helpline for centre queries, carpool via WhatsApp groups for less-expense.
Logistics on Exam Day: What to Expect at the Center
90 minutes before game time; 30 minutes pre-shift close. Biometrics: Thumb scan must match Aadhaar, mismatches lead to manual verification. Exam hall: CCTV-monitored, OMR sheets.
Post-exam: Retrieve your copy; keys Dec. 22.
If lost admit card? Helpline with application ID.
Railway Exam Centers – – nationwide spread.
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Preparation Strategy 2025: 30 दिन मे UG Selection का प्लान
Week 1 and 2: Laying the Ground – Sub-topic Wise Diversion
Math (30% time): Vedic tricks for percentages, mensuration. 50 questions daily….RS Aggarwal chapter 1-10.
Reasoning (30%): Puzzle – 20 linear/circular(only daily). RS Aggarwal for syllogism, coding.
GA (40%): The Hindu last 6 months, Lucent 50pages/day (static). Apps: Adda247 quizzes.
Mocks: 1 full test/week.
Week 3: Decatholon Mocks and Error Analysis.
3 mocks a day – section wise review (if my GA polity low, then go back to Articles 1-51) Time: 90 mins strict.
Revise: Formulae flash cards, current events timeline.
Week 4: Scratching the Surface and Mind Prepping
1 mock/day, focus accuracy (85%+). I sleep for 7 hours, meditate to be focused. Visualize OMR filling.
Common mistake: Over-shooting — aim for 90 questions.
Resources: Testbook mocks (Rs 99/month), YouTube (Unacademy free).
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Salary Structure 2025: Rs 19,900 Basic + Allowances – Post-Wise Breakdown
Post-Wise Breakdown Post name Basic Pay Total pay Commercial Apprentice Rs 19,900 Rs39,000 Traffic Assistant / Guard / Station Master Senior Clerk Rs 19,900 Rs37,000 Time Keeper of … RRB NTPC CBT 2 Salary Structure : Known as Railway salary RES SalariesMOVHow much Money Are You Making: Here’s What Best Android Apps.
Level 2 Posts: Junior Clerk, Trains Clerk – Entry-Level Stability
Level 2 Posts: Junior Clerk, Trains Clerk [Best Job For Level Entryleval] So, you are to know that it is the Best job in Rrb group Derring but it is for only those candidates who need extra time while answering questions.
| Post | Level | Basic Pay | Gross (1st Year) | In-Hand (Approx) | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 2 | Rs 19,900 | Rs 32,000-37,000 | Rs 25,000-30,000 | HRA 27%, DA 50%, TA, medical |
| Trains Clerk | 2 | Rs 19,900 | Rs 32,000-37,000 | Rs 25,000-30,000 | Railway quarters, free passes |
Promotions: Level 3 in 3 years (Rs 21,700 basic).
Level 3 Posts: Commercial/Ticket Clerk, Accounts-Clerk – Mid-Level Roles =
| Post | Level | Basic Pay | Gross (1st Year) | In-Hand (Approx) | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 3 | Rs 21,700 | Rs 35,000-40,000 | Rs 28,000-33,000 | Promotion to Sr Clerk in 5 years |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | 3 | Rs 21,700 | Rs 35,000-40,000 | Rs 28,000-33,000 | Pension, LTA every 2 years |
Allowances: DA (50% basic), HRA (metro 27%), TA, medical (CGHS), pension (NPS).
Career growth: Level 6 (Rs 35,400) in 10 years; transfers across zones.
Indian Railway Salary – secure future.
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Preparation Resources 2025: Best Books, Apps & Mock Tests
Text Books: RS Aggarwal, Lucent for UG Level
Math: RS Aggarwal Quantitative Aptitude (Rs 350) – chapters on percentages, etc. Reasoning: RS Aggarwal Verbal/Non-Verbal (Rs 300) – puzzles, syllogism. GA: Lucent General Knowledge (Rs 250) – static GK; Arihant Current Affairs (Rs 200) – events of last 6 months.
Buy combo: Amazon (Rs 800 set).
Apps and Websites: Testbook, Adda247 for Daily Practice
Testbook: 100+ mocks, analytics (Rs 99/month). Adda247: Videos lectures, quizzes (free tier). Gradeup: Region-wise papers.
Every day: 2 hours practice app, 1 hour newspaper.
YouTube: One example is Unacademy or Study IQ (free GA videos).
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card 2025 FAQ: Important Questions Answered
Q1: What is the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025?
A: 20th December, 2025 – For Undergraduate programme on single day multiple session.
Q2: How to download RRB NTPC Admit Card 20225?
A: After December 16 on the regional RRB site – log in with your registration number/DOb and print at least two copies.
Q3: What do I do if lose my RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025?
A: Redownload; Discard from application ID to receive notification.
Q4: Is Aadhaar compulsory with RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025?
A: Yes –biometrics; e-Aadhaar printout is in place.
Q5: Can I edit my exam city after RRB NTPC City Intimation Slip?
A: No, after December 10 that’s it! Start planning travel now.
Q6: What is negative marking in RRB NTPC CBT 2 2025?
A: -1/3 each wrong; plan your attempts smartly for net 85+.
Q7: What is the expected cut-off for RRB NTPC CBT 2, 2025?
A: UR 75-82,OBC 70-78 – as per the trend (2021) vacancies.
Q8: What is the salary of RRB NTPC CBT 2 2025 after clearing?
A: Level 2: Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 in-hand; Level 3: Rs 28,000-33,000 + perks.
Wrapping Up: RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025 – Grab Your Railway Future
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Date 2025 on December 20 is your opportunity to take of these stability job with Rs 25,000-35,000 starting salary. Admit card 16th Dec, city slip on December 10 – keep yourself well arranged. For a syllabus concentrated GA (60 questions), prepare smart: Mocks for accuracy, books for depth. 75-82 UR in cut-offs – just keep a high target. So keep visiting this site.:) Note : Persistence pays – from application to appointment, RRB’s your ladder of success. Qualified? Tell us how in the comments; motivate the next round!
