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How to prepare GK for RRB NTPC
Edited By Piyush.Dixit | Updated on Jul 27, 2020 12:37 PM IST | #RRB NTPC
How to prepare General Knowledge for RRB NTPC 2019 - Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) is one of the most popular competitive examinations among youths. RRB NTPC notification announced more than 35000 vacancies for various posts. Candidates who want to get themselves inducted into services offered by Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) should know how to prepare GK for RRB NTPC 2019. RRB General Knowledge (GK) plays a vital role in a candidate’s selection in this online exam. Since the weightage of RRB general knowledge in RRB NTPC exam is substantial and without making the strategy of how to prepare GK for RRB NTPC exam one can’t qualify the exam. In this article, we will learn various ingredients of NTPC preparation e.g exam pattern, syllabus, questions trends, available resources, and full proof strategy.
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2019
“Don't be afraid to fail, be afraid not to try”
This quote by Michael Jordan is important for candidates preparing for the exam because to qualify the exam, candidates should appear in the exam with a focused approach. Before knowing the exam pattern of RRB NTPC in detailed form candidates are advised to check the post wise exam pattern selection procedure.
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern stage-wise
- 1st Stage: RRB NTPC Preliminary Exam (1st Stage CBT)
- 2nd Stage: RRB NTPC Main Exam (2nd Stage CBT)
- 3rd Stage: Physcology Test/Skill
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2019 (First Stage) Prelims
Section | Total number of Questions | Allotted marks to questions | Time Duration |
Quantitative aptitude | 30 | 30 | 1:30 Hours Or 90 Minutes |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
General Knowledge | 40 | 40 |
Here candidates can see that the weightage of RRB General Knowledge (gk) section is 40%, which in comparison to the other two sections is more. So candidates who want to clear this exam successfully should make a strategy of how to prepare GK for RRB NTPC 2019.
There will be one third negative marking for each wrong answer we attempt in the exam
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern (Second Stage) Mains
Section | Total number of Questions | Allotted marks to questions | Time Duration |
General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 1:30 Hours Or 90 Minutes |
Quantitative aptitude | 35 | 35 | |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
RRB NTPC Exam 2019 3rd Stage
Computer-Based Aptitude Test/Psychology Test - for Station Master and Traffic Assistant
Qualifying marks - Candidates need to score a minimum T-Score of 42 marks in each of the test batteries to qualify.
It is applicable for all the candidates irrespective of community or category and no relaxation in the minimum T- Score is permissible.
Candidates are required to qualify in each of the test batteries of CBAT for considering them for the post of SM/TA.
There is no negative marking in CBAT test.
Typing Skill Test - For Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist and Senior Time Keeper
RRB NTPC Syllabus 2019 of General Knowledge
Weightage of general awareness section in RRB NTPC 2019 exam is greater in comparison to mathematics & reasoning hence candidates should put major emphasis in strategic planning regarding how to prepare General Knowledge for RRB NTPC 2019 exam. Syllabus for RRB General Knowledge section for RRB NTPC stage 1 (prelims) & stage 2 (mains) is mentioned in below given table. Aspirants who want to have complete understanding regarding of exam should check complete RRB NTPC syllabus
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Prerequisite of strategic analysis to qualify RRB NTPC
Aspirants who are preparing for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) exam should understand the importance of General Knowledge (gk) section and accordingly compose full proof strategy of this section which will help them how to prepare General Knowledge for RRB NTPC exam.
Solve Previous year papers
First important step for strategic planning of how to prepare of GK for RRB NTPC is to solve previous year question papers. Solving this will not only help them to increase their speed & accuracy but also help in enabling the strategy to prepare General Knowledge for NTPC exam in a well-versed way. Candidates can download previous year question papers of exam here.
RRB NTPC Paper | Link to download |
Paper 1 | |
Paper 2 | |
Paper 3 | |
Paper 4 | |
Paper 5 |
In order to practise more candidates can check previous year paper of RRB NTPC .
Understand question trend analysis
second important step of strategic analysis includes understanding the question trend analysis of NTPC exam. Though RRB has provided the syllabus for General Knowledge (GK) section if we see the previous year question trend of RRB NTPC exam then we can observe that questions from certain sections like current affairs, general science, and static gk are asked in exams are greater in number.
Choose the best among the rest
“The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.”
Above mentioned quote of Michael Porter holds relevance for students making the strategy of how to prepare GK for RRB NTPC exam. Many a time it happens that students choose multiple books for their preparation, make hundreds of plans and adopt various strategy hence candidates must need to be very selective while choosing any of the above-mentioned resources.
Notes making
Notes making is an art and aspirants should be excel in this. In order to prepare General Knowledge (gk) for RRB NTPC 2019 exam, it is advisable that candidates should at least prepare the notes for current affairs topics because weight of current affairs is more than 15 questions. If candidates have made the notes thoroughly for even other subjects like science, computer and economy then their selection in RRB NTPC exam is inevitable.
Increase the accuracy by online mock test Aspirants should give work hard to increase the speed along with maintaining the accuracy of the attempted questions. This exercise can be practices by solving online mock test of general knowledge (gk) topics for RRB NTPC exam. It will also ease the pressure of the candidates when they will appear in real time online mock test.
Resources material/ Books
Books are an important ingredient in the candidate’s preparation for NTPC exam hence candidates should only follow authentically and recommended RRB NTPC Books for their preparation in exam. Few books which will be helpful in candidate’s preparation for RRB general knowledge is given below.
Lucent |
Manorama year book |
Pratiyogita Darpan Magazine |
Arihant General Knowledge 2019 |
Press Information Bureau News |
Nowadays lots of youtube channel & app are available which is advisable for the candidates to include in their strategic planning of how to prepare GK for RRB NTPC Exam.
"The way of success is the way of continuous pursuit of knowledge”
This quote by Napoleon Hill is apt for the students preparing for NTPC exam. Candidates who will imbibe the above-mentioned tips & tricks & strategies for how to prepare RRB General Knowledge for Non-Technical Popular Category (NTPC) exam they will most likely to be selected in the exam.
RRB NTPC Pay Scale
Post name | Salary |
Station Master | Rs 35,400 |
Commercial Apprentice | Rs 35,400 |
Senior Time Keeper | Rs 29,200 |
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Rs 29,200 |
Senior Clerk cum Typist | Rs Rs 29,200 |
Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Rs Rs 29,200 |
Goods Guard | Rs Rs 29,200 |
Traffic Assistant | Rs 25,000 |
Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Rs 21,700 |
Trains Clerk | Rs 19,900 |
Junior Time Keeper | Rs 19,900 |
Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Rs 19,900 |
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Hello Yogesh,
If you’re awaiting your RRB NTPC exam roll number, it’s typically available with the release of the admit card. You can check and download your roll number from the official RRB regional website by entering your registration number and date of birth. Admit cards and roll numbers are usually released a few weeks before the exam date.
If you have trouble finding your roll number, you can contact the RRB helpline of your regional board for assistance.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
kumardurgesh1802 11 November,2024
Hello,
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has not yet announced the exact date for the NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) 2024 exam.
- It is expected that the first stage of the exam, CBT 1, will be scheduled for early 2025, likely around February or March. Candidates are advised to monitor the official RRB regional websites for the latest updates, as RRB typically releases details like admit card dates and precise exam schedules as the exam approaches.
- You can keep track of announcements on the RRB official site for timely updates .
- For more details, visit : https://competition.careers360.com/articles/rrb-ntpc-exam-dates
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 28 October,2024
No its not okay to upload BC certificate instead of OBC certificate as rrb NTPC clearly defines the rules of obc certificate which states that the certificate must be issued by an authorized authority, such as a District Magistrate, Collector, Deputy Commissioner, or Revenue Officer and it must be under non creamy layer.
You should obtain certificate of obc non creamy layer then apply to rrb NTPC to avail the benefit of reservation quota.
Moreover,the difference between certificate is that Other Backward Classes certificate is issued to communities listed as OBC by the Indian government and BC are only recognised by government of india which is not accepted by many exa
ms.
sadafreen356 20 October,2024
If you are facing an issue with your RRB NTPC application form where the Gender column is blank and you are unable to edit it, here are some steps you can follow:
1. Check your previous application: Make sure that the previous application you submitted actually included information about gender. 2. Contact Support: Contact the official RRB support team. We can provide specific recommendations to resolve the issue.
3. Clear your cache/cookies: Clearing your browser's cache and cookies may help resolve form submission issues.
4. Try another browser: Switching to another browser or using Incognito mode will help you fill out the form without any problems.
5 If necessary, several times: If the problem is saved and the information can be changed, ask yourself if you can send a new request or if there is a revision.
Record the questions you face in case you need to refer to later.
Juee Hote 10 October,2024
The dates for RRB NTPC exam 2025 have not been officially announced yet. Generally, the Railway Recruitment Board publishes the timetable closer to the exam year. Please follow the official RRB website for more updates and announcements regarding the exam dates.
Juee Hote 10 October,2024
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