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The RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 for CBT 1 and CBT 2 covers three major subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. CBT 1 comprises 100 questions for a total of 100 marks, whereas CBT 2 consists of 120 questions carrying 120 marks. Candidates are allotted 90 minutes for each examination, and 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
The RRB NTPC 2026 selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. A thorough understanding of the syllabus, marking scheme, key topics, and subject-wise weightage can help candidates prepare strategically and develop an effective study plan.
RRB has removed CBAT/CBTST from the RRB NTPC – Graduate and Undergraduate Level examination, so this stage has been removed. Check the CBT 1 and CBT 2 syllabus below.
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
The RRB NTPC 2026 notification has released 5,236 vacancies for Graduate and Undergraduate posts. The syllabus for both levels covers mostly the same subjects, allowing candidates to prepare using common study materials. However, Graduate-level candidates should also focus on advanced mock tests and previous years’ question papers to strengthen their preparation.
| RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026 – Highlights | |
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-based) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd |
| Duration of Exam | 90 Minutes (Both CBT 1 and 2) |
| Question Type | Objective |
| Selection Stages | CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Total Questions | CBT 1: 100 Qs CBT 2: 120 Qs |
| Total Marks | CBT 1: 100 CBT 2: 120 |
RRB NTPC CBT Exam Pattern 2026
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams are held online and are available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages. CBT 1 serves as a screening test to select candidates for the next stage, while CBT 2 marks are crucial for determining the final merit list.
Understanding the exam pattern and marking scheme of both stages enables candidates to plan their preparation effectively and manage their study time better.
| Exam Stage | Sections | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 | General Awareness: 40 Qs Mathematics: 30 Qs General Intelligence and Reasoning: 30 Qs |
100 | 90 Minutes |
| CBT 2 | General Awareness: 50 Qs Mathematics: 35 Qs General Intelligence and Reasoning: 35 Qs |
120 | 90 Minutes |
Check: RRB NTPC Exam Pattern CBT 1 & 2 in Detail
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
Although the RRB NTPC Graduate and Undergraduate examinations include the same core subjects in CBT 1 and CBT 2, the difficulty of questions differs across levels and stages. Undergraduate exams mainly test candidates’ understanding of fundamental concepts through easy to moderately difficult questions.
In comparison, Graduate-level exams often require stronger analytical skills, deeper subject knowledge, and the ability to apply concepts to more challenging problems.
Mathematics Syllabus
- Number System
- Decimals and Fractions
- LCM and HCF
- Ratio and Proportions
- Percentage
- Mensuration
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Elementary Algebra
- Geometry and Trigonometry
- Elementary Statistics
General Intelligence and Reasoning Syllabus
- Analogies
- Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series
- Coding and Decoding
- Mathematical Operations
- Similarities and Differences
- Relationships
- Analytical Reasoning
- Syllogism
- Jumbling
- Venn Diagrams
- Puzzles
- Data Sufficiency
- Statement and Conclusion
- Statement and Courses of Action
- Decision Making
- Maps
- Interpretation of Graphs
General Awareness Syllabus
- Current Events of National and International Importance
- Games and Sports
- Art and Culture of India
- Indian Literature
- Monuments and Places of India
- General Science and Life Science (up to Class 10 CBSE level)
- History of India and the Freedom Struggle
- Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and the World
- Indian Polity and Governance, including the Constitution and Political System
- General Scientific and Technological Developments, including India’s Space and Nuclear Programmes
- United Nations (UN) and Other Important World Organisations
- Environmental Issues Concerning India and the World
- Basics of Computers and Computer Applications
- Common Abbreviations
- Transport Systems in India
- Indian Economy
- Famous Personalities of India and the World
- Flagship Government Programmes
- Flora and Fauna of India
- Important Government and Public Sector Organisations of India
Topic-Wise Weightage Analysis
The subject-wise distribution of questions by topic is provided below. Candidates can review the key topics for each subject to focus on while preparing for the upcoming CBT 1 Exam.
Most Important Topics in Mathematics
| Topics | (CBT 1) |
(CBT 2)
|
| Number System | 3–4 | 4–5 |
| Simplification | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Decimals & Fractions | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Time and Distance | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Simple & Compound Interest | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Profit and Loss | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Elementary Algebra | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Geometry & Trigonometry | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Elementary Statistics | 1 | 1–2 |
| Data Interpretation (DI) | 1 | 2–3 |
| LCM & HCF | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Ratio and Proportion | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Percentage | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Mensuration | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Time and Work | 1–2 | 2–3 |
Most Important Topics in General Intelligence and Reasoning
| Topics | Questions (CBT 1) |
Questions (CBT 2)
|
| Analytical Reasoning | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Syllogism | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Jumbling | 1 | 1–2 |
| Venn Diagrams | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Puzzle | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Data Sufficiency | 1 | 1–2 |
| Statement-Conclusion | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Decision Making | 1 | 1–2 |
| Maps & Interpretation of Graphs | 1 | 1–2 |
| Analogies | 3–4 | 4–5 |
| Number & Alphabet Series | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Coding-Decoding | 3–4 | 4–5 |
| Mathematical Operations | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Similarities & Differences | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Relationships (Blood Relations) | 1–2 | 2–3 |
Most Important Topics in General Awareness
| Topics | Questions (CBT 1) |
Questions (CBT 2)
|
| Art & Culture of India | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Monuments & Places of India | 1 | 1–2 |
| General Scientific & Technological Developments | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| UN and Other Important World Organisations | 1 | 1–2 |
| Environmental Issues | 1 | 1–2 |
| Basics of Computers & Applications | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Famous Personalities | 1–2 | 2–3 |
| Static GK (various topics) | 5–7 | 7–9 |
| History of India | 5–6 | 6–8 |
| Geography (India & World) | 3–4 | 4–5 |
| Indian Polity & Governance | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| Indian Economy | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | 7–8 | 8–10 |
Undergraduate Vs Graduate Exam Difficulty
The syllabus and exam pattern for both levels are the same, and the only difference is in the exam difficulty level.
| Section | Graduate Level | UG Level |
| Mathematics | Longer calculations, mixed-concept questions in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Mensuration |
Direct questions from Percentage, Profit and Loss, Ratio, Time and Work
|
| Reasoning | Harder puzzles, Syllogism and Data Sufficiency sets |
Simple Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
|
| General Awareness | More current affairs, Economy, Polity and Science-Tech questions |
More Static GK, basic Science and History questions
|
RRB NTPC Important Links
- RRB NTPC Notification 2026
- RRB NTPC Syllabus
- RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers
- RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
- RRB NTPC Apply Online
- RRB NTPC Eligibility
- RRB NTPC Salary
- RRB NTPC Preparation Tips
- RRB NTPC Cut Off
- RRB NTPC Selection Process
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