Bhaiyo, taiyari ka waqt aa gaya hai! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the exam dates for the highly anticipated RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) Tier 1 Exam 2026. Jin candidates ne Station Master, Goods Guard, Typist, aur Clerk jaise posts ke liye apply kiya tha, ab wo apna complete exam schedule aur city details check kar sakte hain.
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC CBT-1 Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 35,000+ Posts |
| Exam Date Status | Officially Announced |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
Since this is one of the largest recruitment drives in India, the examination will be conducted in multiple phases across various regional centers. Before releasing the actual admit cards, the RRB activates the Exam City and Date Intimation Link so that aspirants can comfortably make their travel arrangements.
RRB NTPC Exam Date & Schedule 2026
The CBT 1 examinations will take place in multiple phases and shifts. Below is the official timeline released by the Railway authorities.
| Important Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification Date | February 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Link Active | 10 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Starts | 4 Days Before Exam Date |
| RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Date (Phase 1) | 25 July to 18 August 2026 |
| SC/ST Free Travel Authority Pass | Available Now |
Exam Shift Timings & Pattern
The Tier 1 CBT exam will be conducted in two/three shifts daily. It is a 90-minute online test comprising General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning. Dhyan rakhna, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd for every wrong answer, toh andhe tukke mat maarna!
How to Check RRB Exam Date & City Intimation?
Candidates can follow the simple steps outlined below to quickly check their exact exam date, shift, and city allocation on the RRB portal:
- Scroll down to the “Important Links” section at the bottom of this article.
- Click on the “Check Exam City & Date” button.
- You will be redirected to the official RRB login portal. Wahan apna Registration Number aur User Password (Date of Birth) enter karein.
- Login karne ke baad, aapka “City Intimation Slip” screen par dikhai dega.
- Check your allotted Exam City, Date, and Shift. Ise save kar lein ya screenshot le lein. (Note: This is NOT your Admit Card. The actual admit card will be available 4 days prior to your exam.)
Important Links (Direct Access)
Use the direct links below to check your exam schedule, download the official notice, or join our Telegram group for instant updates when your phase is announced.