New Delhi: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is expected to announce the RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT-1 examination results shortly on the official website at rrbcdg.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the first-stage exam between August 7 and September 9, 2025, across various examination centers nationwide can check their results and category-wise cutoff marks once released.
CBT-1 Exam Completed, Results Awaited
The RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) recruitment CBT-1 examination was successfully conducted from August 7 to September 9, 2025. According to media reports, the Railway Recruitment Board will soon activate the direct result link on the official website rrbcdg.gov.in. Along with the results, category-wise cutoff marks will also be published.
Only candidates who score marks equal to or above the category-wise cutoff will qualify for the second-stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2). The anticipation among lakhs of aspirants has been building since the exam concluded, and officials indicate the wait may end soon.
RRB NTPC Result 2025 – Key Details:
- Exam Dates: August 7 to September 9, 2025
- Expected Result Date: October 2025 (official date awaited)
- Official Website: rrbcdg.gov.in
- CBT-2 Timeline: Within one month of CBT-1 result declaration
- Result Format: PDF with roll numbers and cutoff marks
Intensify CBT-2 Exam Preparation Immediately
Candidates who have appeared for CBT-1 should start preparing intensively for the second-stage examination. According to RRB’s typical schedule, the CBT-2 exam will be conducted within one month of the CBT-1 result announcement. This limited preparation window makes it crucial for aspirants to begin their studies immediately without waiting for the official result.
Qualified candidates must utilize this time effectively to strengthen their preparation across all subjects tested in CBT-2.
RRB NTPC CBT-2 Exam Pattern and Structure
The second-stage examination has a different pattern compared to CBT-1. Understanding the exam structure is essential for effective preparation:
Total Questions: 120 multiple-choice questions
Time Duration: 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
Subject-Wise Distribution:
- General Awareness: 50 questions
- Mathematics: 35 questions
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 35 questions
Marking Scheme:
- Each correct answer: +1 mark
- Each wrong answer: -1/3 mark (negative marking applicable)
- Unattempted questions: No deduction
The CBT-2 exam will test candidates’ knowledge depth more rigorously than CBT-1. Candidates must practice time management as they need to solve 120 questions within 90 minutes, averaging 45 seconds per question.
Important Preparation Tips for CBT-2
General Awareness: Focus on current affairs from the last six months, Indian railways, geography, history, economics, and science topics. Read newspapers daily and follow railway-related developments.
Mathematics: Practice arithmetic, algebra, geometry, time and work, percentage, profit and loss, and data interpretation regularly. Speed and accuracy are crucial given the time constraints.
General Intelligence and Reasoning: Strengthen logical reasoning, analytical ability, coding-decoding, series completion, and puzzle-solving skills through regular mock tests.
Candidates should take full-length mock tests under timed conditions to improve speed and accuracy while managing the negative marking penalty effectively.
How To Check RRB NTPC CBT-1 Result 2025
Once the Railway Recruitment Board announces the results, candidates can check them by following these simple steps:
Step 1: Visit the official RRB website at rrbcdg.gov.in
Step 2: On the homepage, locate and click the ‘RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 Result 2025’ link
Step 3: The result PDF will open on your screen containing roll numbers of qualified candidates
Step 4: Use Ctrl+F to search for your roll number in the PDF document
Step 5: Download the result PDF and check the category-wise cutoff marks
Step 6: Save and print the result for future reference
Candidates should note their marks and compare them with the category-wise cutoff to determine their qualification status for CBT-2.
Understanding Category-Wise Cutoffs
The Railway Recruitment Board will release separate cutoff marks for different categories:
- General (UR)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Cutoff marks vary based on the number of vacancies, difficulty level of the examination, and the number of candidates appearing. Candidates should check their category-specific cutoff to confirm qualification.
What Happens After CBT-2 Qualification
Candidates who successfully clear CBT-2 will be called for document verification and medical examination. The final merit list will be prepared based on CBT-2 performance, following which appointment letters will be issued according to vacancy availability across various railway zones.
The RRB NTPC recruitment offers opportunities for various non-technical posts across Indian Railways, including Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, and Commercial Apprentice positions.
Post-CBT-2 Process:
- Document verification at designated centers
- Medical fitness examination as per railway standards
- Final merit list publication
- Appointment letters based on preferences and vacancies
Candidates must keep all original documents ready, including educational certificates, category certificates, photographs, and identity proofs for the document verification stage.
Stay Updated Through Official Channels
Aspirants should regularly monitor the official RRB website at rrbcdg.gov.in for the latest updates regarding result declaration, CBT-2 exam dates, and admit card release. The Railway Recruitment Board also sends SMS and email notifications to registered candidates.
Candidates are advised to:
- Check their registered email and mobile number regularly
- Avoid fake news and rumors from unofficial sources
- Visit only the official RRB website for authentic information
- Keep their login credentials ready for downloading the result
For detailed information about exam patterns, syllabus, and preparation strategies, candidates can refer to the official notification available on the RRB website. Contact the RRB helpdesk for any queries or technical issues related to result access.