Recruitment	RRB NTPC UG, CEN No. 07/2026
Total Vacancies	1,688 posts
Pay Level	Pay Level 2 & 3
Eligibility	12th pass (undergraduate posts)
Apply Online	15 October – 13 November 2026
CBT 1 (Qualifying)	100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes
CBT 2 (Merit)	120 questions, 120 marks, 90 minutes
Official Websites	rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites

The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the RRB NTPC syllabus 2026 for undergraduate posts through Centralised Employment Notice CEN No. 07/2026, opening a fresh Sarkari Naukri 2026 opportunity for 12th-pass candidates across India. With 1,688 posts available at Pay Level 2 and Pay Level 3, this railway recruitment drive is aimed at candidates who have completed their 12th standard and want a stable Government Jobs 2026 career in the Indian Railways. The indicative notice was issued on 21 September 2026, and online applications will be accepted from 15 October to 13 November 2026 through the official website rrbapply.gov.in and the regional RRB websites.

Quick Overview

Organization	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Exam Name	RRB NTPC UG 2026 (Undergraduate Posts)
Centralised Employment Notice	CEN No. 07/2026
Selection Process	CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Typing Skill Test (for typist posts) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Official Website	https://rrbapply.gov.in

What is the RRB NTPC UG 2026 Exam Pattern?

The RRB NTPC UG 2026 selection is a two-stage computer-based examination followed by skill and document checks. CBT 1 is qualifying: it carries 100 questions for 100 marks, with a total duration of 90 minutes. PwBD candidates who use a scribe get 120 minutes for CBT 1. The section split in CBT 1 is fixed — Mathematics 30 questions, General Intelligence & Reasoning 30 questions, and General Awareness 40 questions. Every question in CBT 1 carries one mark, and there is a negative marking of −1/3 mark for every wrong answer. Candidates shortlisted from CBT 1 move to CBT 2 at a ratio of 20 times the number of vacancies.

Stage	Questions	Marks	Duration	Negative Marking
CBT 1 (Qualifying)	100	100	90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates using scribe)	−1/3
CBT 2 (Merit)	120	120	90 minutes	−1/3

CBT 2 is the stage that decides merit: 120 questions for 120 marks, 90-minute duration. Section split: Mathematics 35 questions, General Intelligence & Reasoning 35 questions, and General Awareness 50 questions. The negative marking in CBT 2 is the same −1/3 per wrong answer. After CBT 2, candidates for typist posts must clear a Typing Skill Test, then Document Verification and a Medical Examination.

What is the Subject-wise RRB NTPC UG Syllabus 2026?

The notified RRB NTPC UG syllabus 2026 divides the paper into three subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. General Awareness carries the highest weight in both stages — 40 questions in CBT 1 and 50 questions in CBT 2 — the highest-value section per minute of study time.

Mathematics Syllabus

Weightage	30 questions in CBT 1 · 35 questions in CBT 2 (1 mark each)
Topics	Number systems, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Age calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern, Square roots

General Intelligence & Reasoning Syllabus

Weightage	30 questions in CBT 1 · 35 questions in CBT 2 (1 mark each)
Topics	Analogies, Alphabetical & Number series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn diagrams, Data interpretation & sufficiency, Conclusions & decision making, Similarities & differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-arguments & assumptions

General Awareness Syllabus

Weightage	40 questions in CBT 1 · 50 questions in CBT 2 (1 mark each) — the highest-weighted section
Topics	Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Computers, Environment, Sports

How Should I Prepare for RRB NTPC UG 2026?

A workable preparation strategy follows four phases. Phase 1 — Foundation: cover the complete topic lists once, subject by subject, giving General Awareness daily attention alongside mathematics formulas and reasoning patterns. Phase 2 — Practice: solve mixed topic-wise question sets daily, with timed arithmetic and reasoning sets mirroring the 90-minute durations. Phase 3 — Mocks: take full-length mock tests on the 100-question and 120-question patterns. Phase 4 — Revision: revise formulas, current affairs notes, and weak topics, and attempt final mocks at a strict 90-minute pace.

Recommended Books & Resources

• A standard railway exam guide covering the RRB NTPC UG syllabus with topic-wise practice questions.
• NCERT fundamentals for history, geography, polity, and science.
• A dedicated quantitative aptitude book for mathematics speed practice.
• A reasoning practice book covering analogies, series, coding-decoding, and syllogism.
• A monthly current affairs compilation plus daily news notes.
• Online mock-test series on the CBT 1 (100 Q) and CBT 2 (120 Q) patterns.
• The official notification on rrbapply.gov.in for the final word on any detail.

Eligibility & Salary Recap

Candidates must have passed 12th standard to be eligible for the undergraduate posts under CEN No. 07/2026, and the 1,688 vacancies are placed at Pay Level 2 and Pay Level 3. Applications are accepted only through the online window from 15 October to 13 November 2026 on the official website rrbapply.gov.in and the regional RRB websites. The indicative notice was dated 21 September 2026.

Important Links

Download Syllabus PDF	Link not available yet — check the official website
Official Notification	Link not available yet — check the official website
Official Website	https://rrbapply.gov.in

FAQs

1. What is the RRB NTPC UG Syllabus 2026?
The RRB NTPC UG Syllabus 2026 for CEN No. 07/2026 covers three subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness. The notified topic lists include arithmetic and algebra-based maths topics, verbal and non-verbal reasoning types, and general awareness areas such as current affairs, history, geography, polity, economy, science, computers, environment, and sports.

2. How many vacancies are there in RRB NTPC UG 2026?
There are 1,688 vacancies in the RRB NTPC UG 2026 recruitment under CEN No. 07/2026. These are undergraduate posts placed at Pay Level 2 and Pay Level 3, open to candidates who have passed 12th standard.

3. What is the exam pattern of RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 2026?
RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 2026 is qualifying in nature with 100 questions for 100 marks and a duration of 90 minutes. The split is Mathematics 30 questions, General Intelligence & Reasoning 30 questions, and General Awareness 40 questions. There is a −1/3 negative marking for wrong answers, and PwBD candidates using a scribe get 120 minutes.

4. What is the exam pattern of RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 2026?
RRB NTPC UG CBT 2 2026 is the merit stage with 120 questions for 120 marks and a duration of 90 minutes. The split is Mathematics 35 questions, General Intelligence & Reasoning 35 questions, and General Awareness 50 questions, with a −1/3 negative marking for every wrong answer.

5. Which section carries the highest weightage in RRB NTPC UG 2026?
General Awareness carries the highest weightage in RRB NTPC UG 2026, with 40 questions in CBT 1 and 50 questions in CBT 2.

6. What is the selection process for RRB NTPC UG 2026?
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → Typing Skill Test (for typist posts) → Document Verification → Medical Examination. CBT 1 is qualifying and shortlists 20 times the number of vacancies for CBT 2, while CBT 2 decides the merit.

7. What is the eligibility for RRB NTPC UG 2026?
12th pass, as these are undergraduate posts under CEN No. 07/2026 at Pay Level 2 and Pay Level 3.

8. What are the apply dates for RRB NTPC UG 2026?
Online from 15 October to 13 November 2026. The indicative notice was issued on 21 September 2026.

9. Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC UG 2026?
Yes — −1/3 mark for every wrong answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.

10. Where can I download the RRB NTPC UG 2026 syllabus PDF?
A direct verified link is not available yet. Check rrbapply.gov.in and the regional RRB websites.

Before applying, read the official notification for CEN No. 07/2026 carefully on rrbapply.gov.in or the regional RRB websites, and keep following Job Ready Portal for the latest RRB NTPC UG 2026 updates on exam dates, admit cards, and results.

Last updated: 4 October 2026