RRB NTPC Preparation – Subjects and Pattern
How to prepare for RRB NTPC with free practice: which subjects to study, what is covered here and what you must prepare separately.
Subjects covered on Govexamprep
Core covers the main academic sections: Mathematics, Reasoning and General Awareness. General Awareness may include computer basics, so Basic Computer Awareness is useful.
- Maths (Quantitative Aptitude)6012 questions
- Reasoning5161 questions
- General Knowledge2938 questions
- Computer Awareness2346 questions
- General Science3267 questions
Exam pattern (latest available information)
| Section | Questions | Marks each | Minus for wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 1 | 1/3 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 1 | 1/3 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 1 | 1/3 |
| Total | 100 | 90 minutes | |
⏱️ One timer of 90 minutes for the whole paper.
Prepare separately
Post-specific requirements given in the notification.
Other selection stages
Typing skill test or Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for some posts, as per notification.
Official website
www.rrbapply.gov.in — each recruitment has its own notification there; always read the latest one before applying.
Completing this practice does not guarantee eligibility, selection or complete syllabus coverage. Patterns and syllabi can change with each notification.