1. Introduction
- Indian Railways, the world’s largest rail network employer, has announced RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 under CEN 04/2025.
- This is a major drive for 30,307 graduate-level posts, giving lakhs of candidates an opportunity for stable and respected government jobs.
2. Notification Overview
- Recruitment Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Total Vacancies: 30,307
- Post Names: Station Master, Ticket Supervisor, Clerk, Typist, Goods Train Manager, etc.
- Qualification: Graduation in any stream
- Application Dates: 30 August – 29 September 2025
- Salary Range: ₹29,200 – ₹35,400 per month (+ allowances)
3. Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 6,235 |
| Station Master | 5,623 |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,562 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 7,520 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 7,367 |
| Total | 30,307 |
4. Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline.
- Age Limit: 18–36 years (as of 01 Jan 2025).
- Relaxation:
- OBC – 3 years
- SC/ST – 5 years
- PwBD – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen – as per norms
5. Salary & Benefits
- Pay Levels: Level 5 (₹29,200) and Level 6 (₹35,400).
- Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Travel & Medical Facilities
- Pension under NPS
- Free/discounted railway passes
6. Selection Process
- CBT Stage 1 – Screening test (100 questions, 90 mins).
- CBT Stage 2 – Main test (120 questions, 120 mins).
- Skill/Typing Test – For Typist/Clerk posts.
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
👉 Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer.
7. Exam Pattern
Related Posts
- CBT 1:
- General Awareness – 40 Q
- Mathematics – 30 Q
- Reasoning – 30 Q
- CBT 2:
- Same subjects, higher difficulty, more questions.
8. Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Railway Awareness, History, Polity, Economy.
- Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation.
- Reasoning: Puzzles, Series, Coding-Decoding, Syllogisms, Venn Diagrams.
9. How to Apply
- Visit official RRB regional website.
- Register and fill online application.
- Upload photo, signature, and documents.
- Pay application fee.
- Submit and save confirmation.
10. Preparation Strategy
- Start early: 6–8 months before exam.
- Daily practice: Math & Reasoning.
- Current Affairs: Read newspapers & GK updates.
- Mock Tests: Solve previous year papers.
- Typing practice: For Clerk/Typist posts.
11. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 30 Aug 2025 |
| Application End | 29 Sept 2025 |
| CBT 1 Exam | Dec 2025 – Jan 2026 (expected) |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
12. Why Choose RRB Jobs?
- Job security with pension benefits.
- Salary + allowances up to ₹50,000/month.
- Nationwide postings with career growth.
- Social status and government benefits.
13. FAQs
- Q. How many vacancies? → 30,307.
- Q. Age limit? → 18–36 years.
- Q. Is there negative marking? → Yes, 1/3 mark.
- Q. Salary for Station Master? → ₹35,400 basic, ~₹50,000 with allowances.
- Q. Qualification? → Graduation in any stream.
14. Conclusion
The RRB NTPC 2025 recruitment for 30,307 posts is one of the biggest government job opportunities of the year. With attractive pay, job security, and nationwide scope, it is a dream job for graduates.
Candidates must apply before the deadline, prepare strategically, and focus on mock practice to succeed.
