RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 Exam Dates Announced for 2026

The Railway Recruitment Board has officially announced the dates for the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 examination in 2026. Candidates can find the detailed schedule and learn how to access the exam notice on the official website. The exam will consist of 100 questions across various subjects, and candidates will have 90 minutes to complete it. Additionally, information regarding the examination city and hall tickets will be provided ahead of the exam dates. Stay informed to ensure you are well-prepared for this important assessment.

By Ambika Singh Apr 14, 2026, 16:01 IST

Exciting Update for RRB NTPC UG Candidates

Candidates preparing for the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 examination have received great news. The Railway Recruitment Board has officially announced the examination dates for the RRB NTPC UG Exam 2026. This schedule is now accessible on the official website. Aspirants can find the notification regarding the exam dates on the respective regional website. The examination will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.

Exam Schedule Details

As per the official announcement, the Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate Level) Computer-Based Test-1 is scheduled for May 7, 8, 9, and June 13, 14, 16 to 21, 2026.

Steps to Access the Exam Notice

How to Check the Notice

Candidates can follow these steps to view the examination schedule:

1. Visit the official regional website.

2. Click on the relevant link displayed on the homepage.

3. The examination schedule will appear on the screen.

4. Review the schedule and download it.

5. Print a copy of the schedule for future reference.

Understanding the Exam Pattern

Exam Structure

The CBT 1 examination will feature a total of 100 questions, divided as follows: 40 questions on General Awareness, and 30 questions each on Mathematics and General Intelligence & Reasoning. Candidates will have 90 minutes to complete the exam. This initial stage of the CBT serves as a screening test, with questions designed to align with the educational qualifications required for the respective positions. The normalized scores from this stage will be utilized to shortlist candidates for the subsequent CBT based on merit.

Additionally, candidates can check their examination city details on the official RRB websites, which will be available 10 days before the exam date. Hall tickets (Admit Cards) will be issued 4 days prior to the examination, providing essential information regarding the exam city and date.