How to Prepare Reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019

How to Prepare Reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019

Edited By Team Careers360 | Updated on Jun 27, 2019 03:32 PM IST | #RRB NTPC

How to Prepare Reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019 - First stage CBT (Computer Based Test) or prelims of RRB NTPC 2019 is just around the corner. Candidates appearing for RRB NTPC need to understand how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019. Reasoning section is one of the three sections that appear in the question papers of RRB NTPC first and second stage online exam. It holds 30 marks for 30 questions in RRB NTPC first stage CBT. All the aspiring candidates must focus on how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC as it is a scoring section. With the right preparation tips, candidates can score well in this section. To prepare for RRB NTPC 2019 reasoning section, candidates need a rock solid preparation plan, lots of practice and rich preparation material. Candidates must also solve a good amount of mock tests, previous year papers and sample papers to ensure good practice. Find out how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019 in the article below.

Prerequisites for RRB NTPC Reasoning Preparation

Before getting into how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019, you must know and have the following particulars.

  • Syllabus and exam pattern of RRB NTPC 2019

  • Best books for reasoning

  • Previous year papers of RRB NTPC, mock tests and sample papers

  • A good preparation plan and study schedule

RRB NTPC Syllabus 2019 - Stage I

It is necessary that candidates check the syllabus of RRB NTPC before preparing for the exam. The topics (along with their difficulty level) that are included in the syllabus of reasoning/ general intelligence section of RRB NTPC are listed below.

Topic

Difficulty level

Analogies

Easy to moderate

Decision Making

Moderate to difficult

Similarities & Differences

Easy to moderate

Relationship Concepts

Easy to moderate

Statement - Course of Action

Moderate to difficult

Arithmetical Reasoning

Easy to moderate

Syllogism

Moderate to difficult

Verbal and Figure Classification

Moderate to difficult

Statement and Conclusion

Easy to moderate

Number Series

Moderate to difficult

Mirror images

Easy to moderate

Paper folding

Easy to moderate


Check the complete syllabus here - RRB NTPC syllabus 2019

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2019

Candidates must know exam pattern of RRB NTPC 2019 in order to figure out how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC. The pattern for RRB NTPC stage-1 CBT is given below.

RRB NTPC Exam Pattern for first stage CBT

Sections

Number of questions

Number of marks

Total time duration

General Intelligence and Reasoning

30

30

90 minutes

Mathematics

30

30

General Awareness

40

40

Total

100

100


Exam pattern of RRB NTPC 2019 - Second stage CBT

Sections

Number of questions

Number of marks

Total time duration

General Intelligence and Reasoning

35

35

90 minutes

Mathematics

35

35

General Awareness

50

50

Total

120

120


How to Prepare Reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019 - Preparation Tips

  • Practice as much as you can

  • Set a timer when you solve sample papers, tests, etc. This will increase your speed.

  • Try and score better in every practice test you take

  • Cover all the topics in the syllabus

  • Revise everything at least once and revise the difficult topics until you are comfortable solving difficult questions

  • Keep yourself motivated by taking essential breaks and staying healthy

How to Attempt Reasoning questions in RRB NTPC Exam 2019

  • Keep calm

  • Read all the questions twice and carefully

  • Keep in mind that one-third marks will be deducted for every wrong answer, attempt only those questions that you are sure about

  • Revisit questions that you have left if time permits.

Best Books for RRB NTPC 2019 - Reasoning

There is a lot of preparation material available in the market for RRB NTPC. Making use of the best books for RRB NTPC reasoning in your preparations can make a great difference. Candidates must not get confused between the enormous amount of options available, so a list of best books on how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019 is given below.

List of books for the preparation of reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019

S. No.

Name of the book

Author

1.

Modern approach to verbal reasoning

R.S. Aggarwal

2.

Analytical Reasoning

M.K. Pandey

3.

Test of reasoning

Edgar Thorpe

4.

Logical & Analytical Reasoning 1st edition

A.K. Gupta

5.

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Nonverbal (English)

B S Sijwali, Indu Sijwali


Previous year Question Papers and Sample Papers

The advantage of solving RRB NTPC question papers is that the candidates get an idea about how the paper will be set. The speed of solving questions and accuracy is also increased by practicing previous year papers. Candidates must include these papers in their plan on how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019. It is suggested that the candidates time themselves while solving previous year papers and sample papers. Doing so will better the speed of the candidates and will help in completing the paper on time. Some previous year question papers of RRB NTPC are provided in the table below.

RRB NTPC Question Papers 2016

Question papers

Download Link

RRB NTPC 2nd April 2016 Shift 2

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RRB NTPC 12th April 2016 Shift 3

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RRB NTPC 22nd April 2016 Shift 2

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RRB NTPC 29th March 2016 Shift 3

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RRB NTPC 31st March 2016 Shift 2

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RRB NTPC 28th March 2016 Shift 1

Download Here


Use Mock Tests to Increase Practice

Mock tests are an integral part of your plan on how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC 2019. You need as much practice as you can get and mock tests are the best way to do so. Coaching institutes that help you prepare for RRB NTPC release many mock tests and online test series on their websites. You can subscribe to these tests and make use of them.

Cover the syllabus before time and spend the rest of your time practising

Say that you have a certain amount of time left for the exam. Follow the tips given below to manage time and get the best results out of your preparations.

  • Plan in a way so that you cover all of the syllabus in one half of the time left.

  • Spend the rest of your time practice solving sample papers, mock tests and previous year question papers of RRB NTPC.

  • Once you have started practising, you should revise the topics that you are unable to score in and find difficult.

Importance of self Analysis

If you want your plan on how to prepare reasoning for RRB NTPC to work, it is necessary that you do a self analysis while practicing on mock tests and question papers. This analysis should include the following points -

  • Find out the topics that you have left accidentally or otherwise

  • Check what are the topics that you are finding difficult to score in

  • Check for any new type of questions that haven’t come across during your preparation

Once you have analysed all of these, work on them, study them and revise if required. You will also get to know the amount of progress that you have made so far.

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Questions related to RRB NTPC

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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.


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 !

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.


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.

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.



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