Pune: The Computer Based Test (CBT 1) for the Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) Undergraduate posts, conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), is being held across the country from August 7 to September 9, 2025. With lakhs of candidates appearing daily, it’s crucial for aspirants to understand the exam pattern, the difficulty level of questions, and the important topics. To ensure success, it’s essential to practice expected questions based on the ongoing exam format and to use the right strategy.
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Format and Subjects
RRB NTPC CBT 1 is the first online examination, conducted for a total of 100 marks. Candidates are given 90 minutes. The exam mainly includes three subjects:
- General Awareness: 40 questions, 40 marks
- Mathematics: 30 questions, 30 marks
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 30 questions, 30 marks
There is a negative marking of 1/3 for each incorrect answer, so maintaining accuracy is crucial. [Insert related news link here]
Benefits of Solving Expected Questions
Solving expected questions based on those asked in the current exams offers numerous benefits to candidates:
- Realistic Practice: These questions simulate the actual exam environment, helping candidates with time management and understanding the types of questions.
- Identification of Weak Areas: By solving expected questions, candidates can identify the areas where they make the most mistakes and focus more on them.
- Increased Confidence: Regular practice boosts candidates’ confidence and reduces exam-related stress.
- Speed and Accuracy: Consistent practice improves the ability to answer questions quickly and accurately.
Important Topics and Expected Questions by Subject
- General Awareness: This is the highest-scoring section. It includes topics like Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and General Science.
- Expected Questions: Questions like ‘Which article of the Indian Constitution is related to Article 48A?’, ‘Which is the largest group of animals in the world?’, and ‘Where did the joint military exercise “Yudh Abhyas” between India and the USA take place?’ can be expected.
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: This section requires logical and analytical skills to score well.
- Expected Questions: Questions based on Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, and Number Series are likely to be asked more frequently. For example, ‘In a row, Karishma is 16th from the left and 18th from the right. What is the total number of students in the row?’
- Mathematics: Questions in the Mathematics section focus more on Arithmetic and Geometry.
- Expected Questions: Questions on Simplification, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, and Data Interpretation are more likely to appear.
Important Preparation Tips
- Regular Practice: It’s very important to solve at least one mock test daily and analyze it thoroughly.
- Time Management: Allocate appropriate time for each section. For example, Mathematics may take more time, while General Awareness questions can be answered quickly.
- Use PDF Papers: For offline practice, download sample question papers in PDF format from reliable platforms and practice with a stopwatch.
- Previous Year Papers: Get an idea of the exam pattern by solving previous years’ question papers from the RRB.
To succeed in the RRB NTPC 2025 exam, proper planning, consistent practice, and the right guidance are necessary. If candidates stay confident and answer the questions calmly, they can surely achieve good scores.
