RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 – CBT 1 & CBT 2 Complete Syllabus

✅ Last Updated: Mar 2026

RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 covers the complete subject-wise topics for the CBT Stage 1 and Stage 2 examinations. The exam is conducted by Railway Recruitment Boards for 11,558 vacancies in various Non-Technical Popular Category posts.

📊Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) 2026 — Highlights

Conducting Body	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Exam Name	RRB NTPC 2026
Total Vacancies	11,558 Posts
Exam Stages	CBT Stage 1 → CBT Stage 2 → Skill/Typing Test
CBT 1 Marks	100 Questions \| 100 Marks
Negative Marking	1/3 mark deducted for wrong answer
Exam Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Official Website	rrbcdg.gov.in

🗂️Exam Pattern 2026

Exam Tier / Stage	Mode	Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration	Negative
CBT Stage 1	Online CBT	Maths, General Intelligence, General Awareness	100	100	90 min	-1/3
CBT Stage 2	Online CBT	Maths, General Intelligence, General Awareness, English	120	120	90 min	-1/3
Skill Test / Typing	Practical	Typing / Computer Proficiency (for selected posts)	—	Qualifying	—	—

📚Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus

Click on any subject to expand and view all topics. All topics are as per the official notification.

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Mathematics

Numerical ability and mathematical problem solving

14 Topics

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Number System Decimals & Fractions LCM & HCF Ratio & Proportion Percentages Mensuration Time & Work Time & Distance Simple & Compound Interest Profit & Loss Elementary Algebra Geometry Trigonometry Elementary Statistics

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General Intelligence & Reasoning

Verbal and non-verbal reasoning

13 Topics

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Analogies Alphabetical & Number Series Coding & Decoding Mathematical Operations Blood Relations Venn Diagrams Data Interpretation & Sufficiency Conclusions & Decision Making Similarities & Differences Analytical Reasoning Classification Directions Statement Arguments & Assumptions

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General Awareness

Current affairs, science and static GK

14 Topics

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Current Events of National & International Importance Games & Sports Art & Culture of India Indian Literature Monuments & Places of India General Science Indian History & Freedom Struggle Physical, Social & Economic Geography Indian Polity & Governance Indian Economy Environmental Issues Indian Railways – History & Functions Computer & Applications Books & Authors

📅Important Dates

Notification Released

Sep 2025
Application Start

Oct 2025
Application End

Nov 2025
CBT Stage 1

Mar–Apr 2026
CBT Stage 2

Jun 2026
Final Selection

Sep 2026

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RRB NTPC CBT 1 syllabus? ▼

CBT 1 has 3 sections: Mathematics (30 Qs), General Intelligence & Reasoning (30 Qs), General Awareness (40 Qs). Total 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes.

What is negative marking in RRB NTPC? ▼

Yes, there is negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer in both CBT Stage 1 and Stage 2.

Is CBT Stage 1 merit-based? ▼

CBT Stage 1 is shortlisting in nature. Candidates shortlisted from CBT 1 (20x vacancies) appear for CBT 2. Final merit is based on CBT 2 marks.

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