KKN Gurugram Desk | The RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) 2025 recruitment drive has hit a snag: examinations at two centres in Bihar have been postponed, while admit cards for the June 15 CBT 1 graduate-level exam are now available. Candidates must download their hall tickets promptly, and stay alert for fresh dates and updated admit cards.
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Postponement Alert: Exams at Two Bihar Centres Suspended
The RRB has officially cancelled and postponed exams at two prominent centres in Bihar:
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I-CON Digital (Venue Code 24823), Patna — CBT-1 session on June 9 cancelled
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Aadarsh Pariksha Kendra (Venue Code 40923), Gaya — CBT-1 original exam on June 10 (Shifts 1–3) and June 5 (Shift 3) have been cancelled due to technical issues
A new schedule is expected soon, with revised admit cards and city slips to be issued separately. Candidates from these centres are advised to regularly check the official RRB website for updates and the rescheduled exam dates.
Admit Cards Issued for June 15 Exams
RRB has released hall tickets for CBT 1 (graduate-level) exams scheduled on June 15, 2025. Applicants can download their admit cards and city intimation slips four days before the exam date from the official RRB portal .
Key points to note:
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Carry a printed admit card, a valid photo ID, and a passport-size photograph to the exam hall.
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Without these, entry into the exam centre will be denied.
To download, students need to login using their Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth via the “CEN 05/2024” section on the RRB site.
RRB NTPC Recruitment Scale and Timeline
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Total vacancies: 8,113 graduate-level posts (part of 11,558 overall vacancies including undergraduate roles)
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Exam window: June 5 to June 24, 2025
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Exam shifts: Three daily. First stage (CBT-1) serves as the initial screening round.
Exam Pattern: Understanding CBT-1 Graduate Level
CBT-1 structure (100 questions, 90 minutes):
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General Awareness: 40 questions, 40 marks
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Mathematics: 30 questions, 30 marks
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General Intelligence & Reasoning: 30 questions, 30 marks
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Negative marking: -⅓ for incorrect responses
Subsequent stages:
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CBT-2: 120 questions in 90 minutes
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Skill tests: Typing (Senior Clerk/Account Assistant Typist)
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CBAT: For Station Master & similar posts
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Document Verification & Medical Exam
Steps to Download Your RRB NTPC Admit Card
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Visit the official RRB website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in or regional portals).
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Click on the link for “CEN 05/2024 – Graduate Level Admit Card”.
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Log in with Registration Number and Password/DoB.
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Download your hall ticket and city slip.
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Check details carefully (exam date, shift, centre).
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Print multiple copies for reference and exam day .
Top Tips for Candidates
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Bring a printout of the admit card, a colour ID, and a copy of the same photo as on the admit card.
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Reach the exam venue before gate closure time (shift-wise: ~8:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 4 PM).
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Maintain calm and avoid drying mistakes with negative marking.
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Monitor updates on exam day for safety protocols and centre-related announcements.
Why This Update Matters
RRB NTPC is one of the most competitive public sector exams in India:
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1.21 crore applicants for all levels, including 5.84 million for graduate posts
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Offers a pathway to railway jobs like Station Master, Clerk, Typist, Goods Manager
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Selection includes multiple elimination rounds, assessing qualifications comprehensively
Hence, delays at exam centres must be carefully tracked, and admit cards downloaded promptly to avoid inconveniences.
Your Next Steps
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Download your admit card and city intimation slip if your exam is on June 15.
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If you are from Patna or Gaya, keep checking for rescheduling alerts.
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Prepare strategically – CBT-1 will shortlist candidates for CBT-2 and subsequent rounds.
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Use official RRB platforms for latest news, FAQs, and exam day dos/don’ts.
With the RRB NTPC CBT-1 exams scheduled across June and some centres postponed, candidates must take proactive steps: download admit cards, verify exam details, and stay prepared. This recruitment drive presents a golden opportunity with thousands of graduate-level positions open in the Indian Railways.
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