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RRB NTPC Syllabus 2025 (CBT 1 and CBT 2), Weightage and Syllabus PDF

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Candidates who have their RRB NTPC Exam 2025 should be aware of its syllabus and exam pattern to enhance their preparation. The Railway NTPC exam is conducted in two stages: CBT 1 and CBT 2, which are based on General Awareness (GK), Mathematics, and Reasoning. In this article, we have discussed the topic-wise breakdown of the RRB NTPC syllabus along with exam pattern, selection process, chapter-wise weightage and marking scheme for both graduate level and undergraduate level. 

RRB NTPC Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025

Candidates can check the entire RRB NTPC syllabus to ensure a well-rounded preparation for both CBT 1 and CBT 2. The RRB NTPC Graduate & Undergraduate level Syllabus for CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams includes General Awareness (GK), Mathematics, and Reasoning subjects, which are the same for both stages. The key highlights of the RRB NTPC 2025 exam are tabulated below.

RRB NTPC Syllabus 2025- Highlights
Exam SubjectsGeneral Awareness + GK, 
Mathematics,
General Intelligence and Reasoning 
Mode of ExamOnline (Computer-Based Test)
Selection ProcessCBT 1: 100 Questions for 100 Marks
CBT 2: 120 Questions for 120 Marks
CBAT/ Typing Test, 
Document Verification + Medical
Medium/Language of Exam15 languages
RRB NTPC UG Exam Date 20257th August to 8th September 2025
Vacancies11558

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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2025

The railway RRB NTPC exam pattern for both CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams is discussed below.

CBT 1 Exam Pattern

  • Total Questions: 100
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Duration: 90 Minutes
  • Subjects: 3 (Mathematics, Reasoning and Maths)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
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CBT 2 Exam Pattern

  • Total Questions: 120
  • Total Marks: 120
  • Duration: 90 Minutes
  • Subjects: 3 (Mathematics, Reasoning and Mathematics)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
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RRB NTPC Syllabus 2025

The RRB NTPC syllabus is the same for CBT 1 & CBT 2, but the number of questions & marks are different for both stages. A total of 100 questions will be asked in the CBT 1 exam, and 120 questions will be asked in CBT 2. The Questions will be of an objective type with multiple choices from Mathematics (Arithmetic Ability), Reasoning & General Intelligence and General Awareness (General Science).

1. Mathematics Syllabus

  1. Number System
  2. Decimals
  3. Fractions
  4. LCM, HCF
  5. Ratio and Proportions
  6. Percentage
  7. Mensuration
  8. Time and Work
  9. Time and Distance
  10. Simple and Compound Interest
  11. Profit and Loss
  12. Elementary Algebra
  13. Geometry and Trigonometry
  14. Elementary Statistics

2. General Intelligence & Reasoning Syllabus

  1. Analogies
  2. Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series
  3. Coding and Decoding
  4. Mathematical Operations
  5. Similarities and Differences
  6. Relationships
  7. Analytical Reasoning
  8. Syllogism
  9. Jumbling
  10. Venn Diagrams
  11. Puzzle
  12. Data Sufficiency
  13. Statement- Conclusion, Statement- Courses of Action
  14. Decision Making
  15. Maps
  16. Interpretation of Graphs

3. General Awareness Syllabus

RRB NTPC GK GS Questions will be asked from the following topics.

  1. Current Events of National and International Importance (Current Affairs)
  2. Games and Sports
  3. Art and Culture of India
  4. Indian Literature
  5. Monuments and Places of India
  6. General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE)
  7. History of India and Freedom Struggle
  8. Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and the World
  9. Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system
  10. General Scientific and Technological Developments, including the Space and Nuclear Program of India
  11. UN and Other Important World Organizations
  12. Environmental Issues Concerning India and the World at Large
  13. Basics of Computers and Computer Applications
  14. Common Abbreviations
  15. Transport Systems in India
  16. Indian Economy
  17. Famous Personalities of India and the World
  18. Flagship Government Programs
  19. Flora and Fauna of India
  20. Important Government and Public Sector Organisations of India
  21. Current GK

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Topic-wise Weightage

Based on the previous year's questions, subject-wise Important Topics and Expected Weightage can be checked from the section below for both RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams. 

1. Topic-wise Weightage for Mathematics

TopicsNumber of Questions (CBT 1)Number of Questions (CBT 2)
Number System3-44-5
Simplification2-33-4
Decimals & Fractions1-22-3
LCM & HCF1-22-3
Ratio and Proportion2-33-4
Percentage2-33-4
Mensuration2-33-4
Time and Work1-22-3
Time and Distance1-22-3
Simple & Compound Interest2-33-4
Profit and Loss2-33-4
Elementary Algebra1-22-3
Geometry & Trigonometry1-22-3
Elementary Statistics11-2
Data Interpretation (DI)12-3

2. Topic-wise Weightage for Reasoning

TopicsNumber of Questions (CBT 1)Number of Questions (CBT 2)
Analogies3-44-5
Number & Alphabet Series2-33-4
Coding-Decoding3-44-5
Mathematical Operations2-33-4
Similarities & Differences1-22-3
Relationships (Blood Relations)1-22-3
Analytical Reasoning2-33-4
Syllogism1-22-3
Jumbling11-2
Venn Diagrams1-22-3
Puzzle2-33-4
Data Sufficiency11-2
Statement-Conclusion1-22-3
Decision Making11-2
Maps & Interpretation of Graphs11-2

2. Topic-wise Weightage for General Awareness

TopicsNumber of Questions (CBT 1)Number of Questions (CBT 2)
Current Events (National & International)10-1212-15
History of India5-66-8
Geography (India & World)3-44-5
Indian Polity & Governance2-33-4
Indian Economy2-33-4
General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)7-88-10
Art & Culture of India1-22-3
Indian Literature11-2
Monuments & Places of India11-2
General Scientific & Technological Developments2-33-4
UN and Other Important World Organizations11-2
Environmental Issues11-2
Basics of Computers & Applications2-33-4
Famous Personalities1-22-3
Static GK (various topics)5-77-9

RRB NTPC Syllabus PDF Download

For better preparation and understanding of the syllabus, we have shared the official PDF for the RRB NTPC Syllabus for both CBT 1 and CBT 2. You can download the syllabus PDF and study subject-wise and topic-wise. 

Download Official RRB NTPC Syllabus PDF

RRB NTPC Preparation Tips 2025

To crack the RRB NTPC 2025 Exam, candidates must prepare as per the updated RRB NTPC Syllabus & Exam Pattern, which has been discussed below. Besides this, the candidates must also focus on some important RRB NTPC Preparation Tips that are shared by the candidates who cleared their NTPC Exams previously. 

  1. Plan a preparation study plan and follow it throughout the period to make sure you cover all the topics on time.
  2. Select the right online classes and study material.
  3. Understand the exam pattern with the right approach and prepare for the subject you are weak in first.
  4. Attempt mock tests and previous years' papers regularly to analyse your preparation.
  5. Keep yourself healthy and hydrated.
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FAQs

Ans. There are three subjects in RRB NTPC Exam which are General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning.

Ans. The negative marking scheme is also applicable for this exam. The 1/3rd marks are deducted for every wrongly answered question in the RRB NTPC exam for both Stage I and Stage II of examination.

Ans. The Stage I exam will have a total of 100 questions while there will be 120 questions in the RRB NTPC Stage II exam.

Ans. A total of 11-15 questions may be asked in CBT 1 exam if RRB NTPC and 14-18 questions in CBT 2 exam.

The difficulty level of RRB NTPC exam is considered as the moderate. IF you know the basic reasoning, maths and good hands in GK-GS, you can crack it easily.

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