Tomorrow's RRB NTPC UG 2025 Exam Approaches: Review Exam Day Guidelines, Essential Documents, Prohibited Items, and More Details
Preparing for the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 exam in 2025? Here are the comprehensive guidelines you need to follow for a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Shift Timings
The RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 exam is conducted in three shifts daily from August 7 to September 9, 2025. The shift timings are as follows:
- Shift 1: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM (Reporting time: 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM; Gate closes at 8:30 AM)
- Shift 2: 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM (Reporting time: 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM)
- Shift 3: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (Reporting time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
Each shift duration is 90 minutes for 100 objective questions.
Required Documents
Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam center for identity and biometric verification:
- E-call letter (admit card) issued by the RRB for the exam
- A recent passport-size photograph (same as uploaded during application)
- Original photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, voter ID)
- Face mask (mandatory as per current health guidelines)
Prohibited Items
Candidates are not allowed to carry the following items inside the examination hall:
- Mobile phones, electronic gadgets, smartwatches, calculators, bags, and other personal belongings
- Any written or printed material, notes, or study/reference material
- Metallic items or any other unauthorized items as specified in the official guidelines
Carrying banned items may lead to disqualification or cancellation of the candidature.
Additional Guidelines
- Candidates should reach the exam center well before the gate closing time to complete biometric and document verification formalities smoothly.
- Follow the dress code and other instructions printed on the admit card.
- The exam is computer-based, and negative marking of 1/3 is applicable for each incorrect answer.
- The test covers General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence, and Reasoning.
Exam Day Procedures
- Candidates must submit their RRB NTPC admit card and a valid photo ID for verification at the exam center.
- Candidates will be given rough sheets at the exam hall to write on. They must write their name and roll number on them and return them after the test.
- Additional verification will be done during the RRB NTPC UG exam, including biometric (LTI) capture, photograph, attendance marking, and signature verification. This is part of the exam process, and no extra time will be given for it.
- The RRB NTPC question paper can be viewed in the language candidates selected during the application process, along with English.
ID Proof for the Exam
Candidates can carry any one of the following original ID proofs for the RRB NTPC UG exam:
- Voter ID Card
- Aadhaar Card or E-Aadhaar Printout
- Driving License
- PAN Card or E-PAN Printout
- Passport
- Employer-issued ID (for government employees)
- School/College/University Photo ID
- SSLC/HSC Marksheet with Photograph
Prohibited Items Inside the Exam Hall
- Electronic gadgets like mobile phones, pagers, watches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, metallic items, belts, bangles, bracelets, books, notes, or papers, personal pens or pencils (except for those provided at the center), and Henna/Mehendi on hands are strictly prohibited inside the RRB NTPC UG exam hall.
By adhering to these guidelines, candidates can ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience during the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 exam 2025.
To maximize your chances of success in the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 exam in 2025, focus on education-and-self-development and career-development by consistently learning, studying, and revising the subjects - General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence, and Reasoning, which are part of the exam. Additionally, familiarize yourself with the exam day procedures, required documents, and prohibited items, as highlighted in the comprehensive guidelines for a hassle-free exam experience.
