Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) 

RRB NTPC 10+2 Undergraduate Level Posts CBT 1 Answer Key 2025 

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Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 21/09/2024
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 27/10/2024
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 29/10/2024
  • CBT 1 Exam Date : 07/08/2025 to 08/09/2025
  • Admit Card Available : 04/08/2025
  • Provisional Answer Key Available : 15 September 2025
  • Objection Submission Deadline : 20/09/2025
  • Final Answer Key Available : To be announced
  • Result Announced : To be announced (Expected after objection resolution)

Application Fee

  • General / OBC : ₹500/-
  • EWS : ₹500/-
  • SC / ST : ₹250/-
  • Objection Fee (Per Question) : ₹50/- (Refundable if valid)
  • Pay the Objection Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

  • Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years (as on 01/07/2024) with relaxations for reserved categories
  • Selection Process: CBT 1 (Screening – 100 marks), CBT 2 (Main Exam – 120 marks), Typing Skill Test/Computer Based Aptitude Test (for applicable posts), Document Verification, Medical Examination

Vacancy DetailsTotal Vacancies – 3445

Post Name Total Vacancies Eligibility/Details
Junior Clerk Cum Typist / Accounts Clerk Cum Typist / Junior Time Keeper / Trains Clerk / Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk  3445
  • Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks (No percentage required for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen)
  • Educational Qualification: 12th Class from recognized board
  • Age: 18-30 years; Typing proficiency required for certain posts

Salary & Pay Scale Details

  • Undergraduate Level Posts: Level 2/3/5 – ₹19900 – 92300/- (7th Pay Commission)
  • Additional Benefits: DA (Currently 50%), HRA (8-24% depending on city), Medical, Travel Allowance, Pension, Group Insurance
  • Job Security: Indian Railways Employee Benefits with Promotion Opportunities
  • Career Growth: Regular promotions based on performance and departmental examinations

Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis

  • Exam Type: Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
  • Total Questions: 100 Questions for 100 Marks (Maths 30, Reasoning 30, GK 40)
  • Duration: 90 Minutes
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
  • Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:100 (High competition)
  • Preparation Time: 6-9 months recommended for comprehensive preparation
  • Passing Criteria: Minimum 40% for UR, 30% for SC/ST/OBC (Qualifying in nature for CBT 1)
  • Result Calculation: Based on normalized scores; Final merit after all stages

Exam Centers

  • Pan India: Various cities across all RRB regions including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, etc.
  • Center Allocation: Based on candidate’s preference and availability; No changes allowed post-allocation
  • Candidates must carry admit card and valid ID proof to the center

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Answer Key Details

  • Download Process: Login to regional RRB website using registration number and DOB; Download provisional key and response sheet
  • Objection Submission: Raise objections online with supporting documents; Fee ₹50 per question, refunded if valid; Deadline typically 5-7 days
  • Result Calculation: Scores normalized; Qualifying marks applied; Merit list based on final key
  • Next Steps: After final key, result declaration; Shortlisted for CBT 2

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