How to Prepare for RRB NTPC 2021 - Subject Wise RRB NTPC Preparation Tips
How to Prepare for RRB NTPC 2021 - Candidates preparing for RRB NTPC exam need to have a plan on how to prepare RRB NTPC exam 2021. RRB NTPC Exam will be held in online mode hence, exam preparation should be done with a proper strategy. To start their preparation for the RRB NTPC 2021, applicants need to know the various aspects of the RRB NTPC exam like exam pattern, syllabus, what books to refer to, etc. Along with these aspects, they should practice as much as possible for the same by attempting RRB NTPC previous year papers 2021 and sample papers. For more details on how to prepare for RRB NTPC read the article below.
Latest Updates for RRB NTPC
- 1 day ago:
- 2 days ago:
RRB NTPC admit card 2021 for phase 5 has been released on the official website.
- 24 Feb 2021:
Stage 1 RRB NTPC exam dates released for Phase 5; RRB to hold CBT from March 4.

How to Prepare for RRB NTPC 2021? | RRB NTPC Strategy
Applicants wanting to get selected to RRB NTPC 2021 should be focused on achieving their goal no matter what. And devise an RRB NTPC strategy for the same. Here are a few ways which might help applicants to clear RRB NTPC exam more rigorously.
RRB NTPC Preparation Tip 1 - Knowledge of the Exam Pattern
Aspirants should know the stages of the RRB NTPC exam pattern 2021 for all the stages. RRB NTPC has 4 stages, they are:
CBT 1 - common both graduate and undergraduate level posts
CBT 2 - the level of difficulty different for graduate and undergraduate level posts.
CBAT/ Skill Test
Document verification
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern for CBT 1
Section | Number of questions | Marks | Duration |
Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 1 hr 30 mins |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern for CBT 2
Section | Number of questions | Marks | Duration |
Mathematics | 35 | 35 | 1 hr 30 mins |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern for CBAT/Skill Test
Post/Vacancies | Nature of Test |
Assistant Station Master & Traffic Assistant | Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist & Senior Clerk-cum-Typist, Senior Time Keeper | Typing Skill Test |
RRB NTPC Preparation Strategy Tip 2 - Knowledge of the Syllabus,
Aspirants should also know the RRB NTPC Syllabus 2021 before starting the preparation and what books to refer to. It is suggested that candidates should not refer to too many random books i.e. they should stick to the standard and best books for RRB NTPC 2021 suggested by experts. For detailed and thorough RRB NTPC exam preparation, these books will always come in handy. Here are some of the subject wise books for RRB NTPC exam.
RRB NTPC Preparation Books for Mathematics
Book Name | Author/Publication |
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | RS Aggarwal |
RRB NTPC Guide 2021 | Arihant |
Arithmetic for General Competition | Neetu Singh |
RRB NTPC Preparation Books for General Intelligence and Reasoning
Book Name | Author/Publication |
Lucent’s Reasoning | Lucent |
Railway to the Point General Knowledge & General Science | Kiran Prakashan |
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal and Kiran Publication |
RRB NTPC Preparation Books for General Awareness
Book Name | Author/Publication |
Lucent’s General Knowledge | Lucent Publication |
Pratiyogita Darpan | Upkar Publication |
Manorama Yearbook | Malayala Manorama |
RRB NTPC Preparation Tip 3 - Practice and Self Analysis
Candidates after completing their preparation should start doing the sample question papers as many as possible as and as accurately as possible. This will help them to analyze their performance and make them aware of their weak areas, where they need to work a bit more. Applicants are also advised to solve previous year RRB NTPC question papers 2021 to know the trend of questions asked and difficulty level of the questions too.
RRB NTPC Preparation Tip 4 - Revise A Lot
Applicants should first focus on completing the syllabus as prescribed by the RRB for the NTPC exam. Before moving on to attempt sample question papers or previous year question papers.
Candidates should revise all the prepared topics frequently to remember the facts for a longer time duration. Making short notes while preparing for exams makes the revision part easy.
RRB NTPC 2021 Preparation Tips 5 - Prepare Subject wise
Different students opt for different strategies for preparation, and one way to go about your preparation is to devise a subject-wise strategy to clear the RRB NTPC Exam.
RRB NTPC 2021 Preparation for General awareness - Generally the questions in this section are asked from Indian history, current events national and international, Indian polity and governance, etc. So applicants are advised to follow the daily news both print and digital. Read about Indian history and polity.
RRB NTPC 2021 Preparation for Mathematics - Generally the questions in this section are asked from work & time, time & distance, profit & loss, compound & simple interest, etc. To clear RRB NTPC for mathematics candidates should clear their basics on all the important topics and focus on learning short and accurate methods for solving the problems.
RRB NTPC 2021 Preparation for General intelligence & reasoning - Generally the questions in this section are asked from blood relation, syllogism, Venn diagram, jumble words, number series, coding and decoding. For this part aspirant should use smart and proper tricks to solve the problem. And practice more and more questions to increase speed and accuracy.
RRB NTPC Preparation Tip 6 - Time Management
Applicants should start their RRB NTPC preparation with a clean slate i.e. they should get rid of all the preconceived notions about the RRB NTPC examination. The focus should only be on the final goal and how to achieve it. Aspirants should start their RRB NTPC preparation 9 to 10 months before the actual exam, even earlier is much better to cover all the topics asked in the exam
RRB NTPC Preparation Tip 7 - Stay Healthy
Applicants need to stay calm, hydrated and focused to reach their ultimate goal. Every student has a different preparation strategy for preparation, applicants should follow the one that best suits them rather than copying others. The main mantra for clearing the RRB NTPC 2021 exam is to stay focused and determined.
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - How to Prepare for RRB NTPC 2021 - Subject Wise RRB NTPC Preparation Tips
Question: Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC CBT 1 & 2?
Answer:
Yes, +1 for correct answer and -ve ⅓ for wrong answer.
Question: Is the level of difficulty same for both graduate and undergraduate level posts?
Answer:
No, CBT 1 is common for both, but the difficulty level in CBT 2 is different for graduate and undergraduate level posts i.e. more difficult for graduate level posts.
Question: Where can I check the RRB NTPC 2021 Result?
Answer:
The result of RRB NTPC 2021 will be available on the official website of RRB.
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Questions related to RRB NTPC
In rrb ntpc exam hall ticket, do we have to paste the colour photograph before entering exam hall or after entering exam hall in the presence of invigilator
Dear student,
You need to paste your colored photograph on your ntpc examination hall ticket before entering into the examination hall. The authorities will only check your hall ticket and will not tell you to paste your photograph in front of them. Along with your hall ticket you need to carry one valid photo ID proof for the verification purposes along with two passport size photographs.
List of valid Photo ID proof that can be carried at the exam centre are:
- Aadhaar card
- Voter ID card
- Pan card
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Driving license
- Passport
For more info visit the following link:
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/rrb-ntpc-admit-card/amp
sir i applied for rrb ntpc 2019 from ews section. but yet i dont make an ews certificate so what to do . should i apply now for ews certificate.
As you have applied for rrb ntpc 2019 from ews section, then you have to produce an ews certificate. Because an ews certificate is valid for 1 year. Also, note that, even if you haven't made ews certificate, then you can be in great danger. So it is necessary with immediate effect to make am ews certificate and have to produce before them. Make the certificate as soon as possible. Otherwise your candidature can be canceled. And then you cannot appear for rrb ntpc exam ever.
i used my father name-Krishna Rao(absence of surname) in rrb ntpc online registration, but in my 10th class certificate my father name-Dodla Krishna Rao (used surname Dodla)...is any problem during document verification?
Hello Candidate,
There will not me a problem of of name defect during your counselling and registration process, as documents such as the Aadhar card, or birth certificate will clearly signify your father's name.
There are less chances that the officials will question upon your father details, and if they do you can provide them the documents with correct information.
Have a good day. All the best!!
my registration namber Aaya nai hai
Hello Dear,
You can go on the website and select forgot registration number. Please provide your Registered Mobile Number, Registered Email ID and Your Date of Birth and Enter the CAPTCHA provided there and then click get details.
Good Luck
I have rrb ntpc exam but my name mistake in my ID proofs what happened
Hello Dear,
You can carry different Photo ID card. They accept Voter ID/Aadhaar Card /Printout of e-Aadhaar /Driving License/PAN Card/Passport/Identity Card issued by the employer in case the candidate is a govt. employee/College/university Photo ID card you can carry any one of them.
Good Luck