RRB NTPC UG CBTST Date 2026 Out, Typing Test Scheduled for 13th February

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released an official notice regarding candidates shortlisted for the Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) under CEN 06/2024 for NTPC Undergraduate posts. The RRB NTPC UG CBTST is tentatively scheduled for 13 February 2026 for candidates who qualified the CBT 2. Candidates concerning the CBTST dates update, can check the complete information and the official notice below.

RRB NTPC UG CBTST Dates 2026 Out

Earlier, RRB released the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Result 2025-26 a few days ago and those who qualified for the Computer-Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST), must start preparing for the test. The Typing test will be held on 13th February 2026 and the exam city, date details, and SC/ST travel authority will be made available 10 days before the exam and CBTST Admit card can be downloaded 4 days before the test date.

RRB NTPC CBTST Admit Card 2026 – Click to Check

Important Information for RRB NTPC CBTST Aspirants

1. Candidates opting for Hindi typing should be familiar with Krutidev or Mangal fonts. Once selected, the typing language cannot be changed.
2. PwBD candidates eligible for exemption from the typing test must upload a valid Typing Skill Test exemption certificate issued by the competent medical authority through the RRB grievance/helpdesk portal.
3. The certificate upload window will remain open from 29 January to 11 February 2026 (till 7:00 PM).
4. Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam centre, and candidates must carry their original Aadhaar card on the exam day.

Download PwD Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate

RRB NTPC UG CBTST Exam Pattern

The Computer-Based Typing Skill Test will be conducted in three stages:

• Typing Practice (1 Minute): Candidates will be given one minute to warm up and familiarise themselves with the keyboard.
• Break (5 Minutes): A short break will be provided before the actual test begins.
• Typing Skill Test (10 Minutes): This test will be evaluated for speed and accuracy.

Candidates are required to type:

• At least 300 words in English, or
• At least 250 words in Hindi

RRB NTPC UG CBTST Typing Speed Requirement

The typing speed will be calculated based on the formula prescribed by RRBs.

Minimum Qualifying Speed

• English: 30 words per minute (WPM)
• Hindi: 25 words per minute (WPM)

Mistake Calculation

• Errors are classified as full mistakes and half mistakes
• Up to 5% mistakes of the total words typed are ignored
• Final mistakes are calculated as:
• Full mistakes + (Half mistakes ÷ 2)