RRB NTPC CEN 07/2025 Official Guide

Official Notification Summary: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have officially released the CBT-2 e-Call Letter (Admit Card) on 13th September 2026 for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate) posts notified under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 07/2025. Candidates qualified from 1st Stage CBT can now download their CBT-2 Admit Card through the centralized DigiALM candidate portal (rrb.digialm.com) using their Registration Number and Date of Birth. All candidates must complete mandatory Aadhaar-linked Biometric Authentication at the exam center and review shift schedules, negative marking rules, and test guidelines detailed below.

RRB NTPC (Under Graduate) CBT 2: Official Recruitment Overview
Recruitment Conducting Body Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India
Notification Identifier CEN No. 07/2025 (NTPC Under Graduate)
Under Graduate Posts Included Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (Level 3), Accounts Clerk cum Typist (Level 2), Junior Clerk cum Typist (Level 2), Trains Clerk (Level 2)
Examination Stage 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)
e-Call Letter Release Date 13th September 2026 (Live Now)
Total Questions & Marks 120 Multiple Choice Questions (120 Marks)
Total Allotted Duration 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for eligible PwBD candidates accompanied by Scribe)
Negative Marking Policy Yes – 1/3rd (0.33 Mark) deducted for every wrong answer
Entry Verification Protocol Mandatory Aadhaar-Linked Biometric Authentication at Test Center
Official Exam Schedule PDF CBT 2 Schedule 07-2025 Notice PDF
Detailed CEN Notification PDF Detailed CEN 07/2025 English PDF
Official Admit Card Login Portal rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/33128/100181/login.html

1. RRB NTPC CBT 2 Official Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution (CEN 07/2025)

As stipulated under Clause 13.2 of Detailed CEN No. 07/2025, the 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2) comprises 120 Objective Multiple Choice Questions (120 Marks). The examination duration is 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with scribe assistance). The question paper is divided into three key sections:

  • General Awareness (50 Questions – 50 Marks): 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 10th CBSE standard), History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World, Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution and Political System, General Scientific and Technological Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN and other important World Organizations, Environmental issues, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities, and Flagship Government Programs.
  • Mathematics (35 Questions – 35 Marks): Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, etc.
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning (35 Questions – 35 Marks): Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Statement-Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, and Interpretation of Graphs.
Section / Test Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Marking Scheme
1. General Awareness 50 50 +1.0 for Correct | -0.33 (1/3rd) for Wrong
2. Mathematics 35 35 +1.0 for Correct | -0.33 (1/3rd) for Wrong
3. General Intelligence & Reasoning 35 35 +1.0 for Correct | -0.33 (1/3rd) for Wrong
Grand Total (CBT-2 Composite Paper) 120 Questions 120 Marks Duration: 90 Minutes (120 Mins for Scribe PwBD)

2. RRB NTPC CBT 2 Shift Timings & Gate Closing Schedule

As notified in the official CBT 2 Schedule 07-2025 Notice, the examination will be conducted across multiple shifts each day. Candidates must report at the examination centre strictly as per the timings mentioned on their e-Call Letter. No candidate will be allowed entry into the test center after Gate Closing Time under any circumstances:

Exam Shift Reporting Time Gate Closing Time Exam Commencement
Shift 1 (Morning) 07:30 AM 08:30 AM 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Shift 2 (Afternoon) 11:15 AM 12:15 PM 12:45 PM – 02:15 PM
Shift 3 (Evening) 03:00 PM 04:00 PM 04:30 PM – 06:00 PM

3. Step-by-Step Guide to Download RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card via DigiALM

The e-Call Letter can be accessed directly through the official TCS iON / DigiALM login server. Follow these straightforward steps:

Step 1: Open the Official DigiALM Candidate Login URL

Navigate to the official RRB login link: https://rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/33128/100181/login.html.

Step 2: Enter Registration Number & User Password

In the designated login fields, enter your Registration Number and your User Password (Date of Birth in DDMMYYYY format). Fill in the Captcha security code and click on "Login".

Step 3: Access the "e-Call Letter" Tab

Once logged in, open the "e-Call Letter" / "Admit Card" tab from the candidate dashboard menu to display your scheduled exam date, shift timing, and examination center address.

Step 4: Download PDF and Take Printout

Click on the download button to generate the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card PDF. Print at least 2 clear copies on standard A4 paper. Also, download and print the free Travel Authority Pass if you belong to SC/ST categories.

4. Mandatory Aadhaar-Linked Biometric Authentication & Exam Hall Guidelines

As highlighted in the official CBT 2 Schedule 07-2025 Notice and CEN Clauses, the Railway Recruitment Boards enforce stringent biometric authentication and anti-malpractice measures:

● Mandatory Aadhaar-Linked Biometric Authentication:

Aadhaar-enabled biometric verification (fingerprint and facial capture) will be conducted at the exam center entry and inside the test lab. Candidates MUST bring their original physical Aadhaar Card. Candidates will only be permitted entry once their biometric details are authenticated.

● Essential Documents Required at the Exam Venue:
  • Printed copy of the RRB NTPC CBT-2 e-Call Letter (with self-declaration section left blank to be filled in front of the invigilator).
  • One passport-size color photograph (matching the photo submitted during online application).
  • Original Valid Photo Identity Card: Original Aadhaar Card / e-Aadhaar printout, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, or PAN Card. (Note: Photocopies or mobile phone images are strictly prohibited).
  • Original SC/ST Railway Travel Authority along with original caste certificate (for candidates availing railway travel pass).
● Strictly Banned Items:

Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, calculators, earphones, pen drives, pagers, metallic ornaments, bangles, wallets, purses, belts, and bags are strictly prohibited inside the test premises. No facility for safe-keeping will be arranged by RRB or test centres.

5. Post-Wise Selection Process & Typing Skill Test Criteria (CEN 07/2025)

As outlined in Detailed CEN No. 07/2025, the selection stages differ depending on whether the post requires a Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBST) or is finalized directly on the basis of CBT-2 performance:

Post Designation Pay Level Selection Stages Subsequent Skill Test
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (CCTC) Level 3 CBT-1 → CBT-2 → DV & Medical No Skill Test Required (100% CBT-2 Merit)
Accounts Clerk cum Typist Level 2 CBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBST → DV & Medical Computer Typing Skill Test (Qualifying, 1:8 ratio)
Junior Clerk cum Typist Level 2 CBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBST → DV & Medical Computer Typing Skill Test (Qualifying, 1:8 ratio)
Trains Clerk Level 2 CBT-1 → CBT-2 → DV & Medical No Skill Test Required (Direct DV from CBT-2)
Typing Speed Requirement (for Clerk Posts) 30 W.P.M in English OR 25 W.P.M in Hindi on Personal Computer without editing tools

6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: When was the RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card released for CEN 07/2025? The official RRB NTPC CBT 2 e-Call Letter was released on 13th September 2026. Shortlisted candidates can download it directly from the centralized DigiALM login server.
Q2: What is the official direct link to download the RRB NTPC Under Graduate CBT 2 Admit Card? Candidates can access their e-Call Letter directly through: https://rrb.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/33128/100181/login.html using their Registration Number and User Password (DOB).
Q3: What is the negative marking deduction in RRB NTPC CBT 2? As per official CEN regulations, there is a penalty of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for each wrong answer. Each correct question awards 1.0 mark, while unattempted questions attract no penalty.
Q4: Is Aadhaar Biometric Authentication mandatory at the test center? Yes. Under Railway Board directives stipulated in the CBT 2 Schedule notice, Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication (fingerprint and facial capture) is strictly mandatory prior to lab entry. Carrying the original physical Aadhaar Card is compulsory.
Q5: What are the total marks and exam duration for RRB NTPC CBT-2? The CBT-2 paper contains 120 multiple-choice questions for 120 marks (50 General Awareness, 35 Mathematics, 35 General Intelligence & Reasoning). The examination duration is 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates using a scribe).
Q6: Which Under Graduate posts under CEN 07/2025 do NOT require a typing skill test? Commercial cum Ticket Clerk (Level 3) and Trains Clerk (Level 2) do not require any typing test. Merit for these posts is determined directly based on 100% CBT-2 normalized score followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Q7: Where can I check the official CBT 2 Schedule and Detailed CEN 07/2025 notices? You can view the official schedule notice PDF at CBT 2 Schedule PDF and the complete recruitment notice at Detailed CEN 07/2025 English PDF.

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