I recently appeared for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Exam (CEN 06/2024) conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board. This article shares my complete exam experience, including reporting process, exam pattern, difficulty level, and preparation tips to help future aspirants.
Exam Details
Exam Name: RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level
Exam Date: 20 August 2025
Shift: 1 (Morning)
Reporting Time: 7:30 AM
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Center: Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram
Reporting & Exam Day Experience
I reached the exam center around 7:00 AM, before the reporting time to avoid last-minute stress. The entry process was smooth but involved multiple verification steps:
Admit card verification
ID proof checking
Biometric attendance
Security check
After verification, candidates were guided to their respective labs. The environment was well-organized and disciplined.
Tip: Always reach early and carry all required documents to avoid unnecessary stress.
Exam Pattern
The CBT exam consisted of the following sections:
General Awareness
Mathematics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Total Questions: 100
Time Duration: 90 minutes
Negative Marking: Yes (1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer)
Section-wise Exam Experience
1. Mathematics
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Topics included:
- Simplification
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Time and Work
- Number System
My Experience:
Most questions were straightforward but required speed and accuracy.
Tip: Practice basic concepts thoroughly and improve calculation speed.
2. General Intelligence & Reasoning
Difficulty Level: Easy
Topics included:
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Puzzles
- Analogy
- Classification
My Experience:
This section was scoring and less time-consuming.
Tip: Attempt this section quickly to save time for tougher sections.
3. General Awareness
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Topics included:
- Current Affairs
- Static GK
- Indian History & Polity
- Science
My Experience:
Some questions were tricky, especially from current affairs.
Tip: Revise recent current affairs regularly before the exam.
My Attempt Strategy
Started with Reasoning to build confidence
Moved to Mathematics
Attempted General Awareness at the end
This helped me manage time effectively and maximize attempts.
Mistakes I Made
Spent extra time on a few math questions
Was slightly underprepared for current affairs
Didn’t revise some static GK topics
Key Takeaways
Time management is crucial
Accuracy is more important than attempting all questions
Strong basics can easily help score well
Current affairs preparation should not be ignored
Preparation Tips for Future Aspirants
Focus on NCERT-level basics for Maths
Practice reasoning questions daily
Read newspapers or monthly current affairs magazines
Take mock tests regularly
Final Thoughts
The RRB NTPC exam was a good experience and tested both speed and accuracy. With proper preparation and strategy, it is definitely possible to score well.
For aspirants, consistency in preparation and regular practice are the keys to success.