RRB NTPC Exam 2025: Topic Percentages (Weightage) & Preparation Tips
RRB NTPC Exam 2025: Topic Percentages (Weightage) & Preparation Tips
NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) exam lo CBT 1 & CBT 2 undi, syllabus same but difficulty CBT 2 lo ekkuva. Nenu percentages (subject & topic wise weightage) ni tables lo clear ga ivvabothunna, based on previous years & 2025 updates. Tarwata preparation tips ivvabothunna – first attempt lo crack cheyyaniki. All the best, prepare well friends!
Exam Pattern Quick Overview (CBT 1 & CBT 2)
- CBT 1: 100 questions, 90 minutes, 100 marks. Subjects: General Awareness (40%), Maths (30%), Reasoning (30%).
- CBT 2: 120 questions, 90 minutes, 120 marks. Subjects: General Awareness (42%), Maths (29%), Reasoning (29%).
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
- Qualifying marks: UR/EWS - 40%, OBC/SC - 30%, ST - 25%.
Subject-Wise Weightage (Percentages)
Subject wise percentages CBT 1 lo General Awareness highest (40%). CBT 2 lo kuda same trend. Below tables lo topic-wise questions distribution (approx based on past papers).
| Subject | CBT 1 Weightage | CBT 2 Weightage | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 questions (40%) | 50 questions (42%) | Current affairs, science, history – high scoring if prepared. |
| Mathematics | 30 questions (30%) | 35 questions (29%) | Arithmetic focus, easy-moderate. |
| Reasoning | 30 questions (30%) | 35 questions (29%) | Puzzles, coding – practice speed. |
Topic-Wise Weightage (High to Low)
Ivi approx percentages – total questions basis meeda calculate chesa (e.g., 5/30 questions = ~17%). High weightage topics meeda focus chey!
Mathematics (CBT 1: 30 Qs | CBT 2: 35 Qs)
| Topic | Approx Questions (CBT 1) | % Weightage | Approx Questions (CBT 2) | % Weightage | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage, Profit & Loss, Interest | 5-6 | 17-20% | 6-8 | 17-23% | Moderate |
| Time & Work, Speed & Distance | 4-5 | 13-17% | 5-6 | 14-17% | Easy-Moderate |
| Number System, Fractions | 4-5 | 13-17% | 5-7 | 14-20% | Easy |
| Data Interpretation, Geometry | 3-4 | 10-13% | 4-5 | 11-14% | Moderate |
| Others (Mensuration, etc.) | 3-4 | 10-13% | 4-5 | 11-14% | Moderate |
General Intelligence & Reasoning (CBT 1: 30 Qs | CBT 2: 35 Qs)
| Topic | Approx Questions (CBT 1) | % Weightage | Approx Questions (CBT 2) | % Weightage | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puzzles & Seating Arrangement | 5-7 | 17-23% | 6-8 | 17-23% | Moderate-Difficult |
| Coding-Decoding, Analogies | 4-5 | 13-17% | 5-6 | 14-17% | Easy-Moderate |
| Syllogism, Blood Relations | 3-4 | 10-13% | 4-5 | 11-14% | Easy |
| Series, Classification | 3-4 | 10-13% | 4-5 | 11-14% | Easy |
| Others (Directions, etc.) | 3-4 | 10-13% | 4-5 | 11-14% | Moderate |
General Awareness (CBT 1: 40 Qs | CBT 2: 50 Qs)
| Topic | Approx Questions (CBT 1) | % Weightage | Approx Questions (CBT 2) | % Weightage | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs (Last 6-12 months) | 8-10 | 20-25% | 10-12 | 20-24% | Moderate |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | 7-9 | 18-23% | 9-11 | 18-22% | Easy-Moderate |
| History & Polity | 6-8 | 15-20% | 8-10 | 16-20% | Moderate |
| Geography & Economy | 5-6 | 13-15% | 6-8 | 12-16% | Moderate |
| Computers, Static GK | 4-5 | 10-13% | 5-6 | 10-12% | Easy |
Preparation Tips (Subject-Wise & General)
First attempt lo crack cheyyaniki, daily 6-8 hours padu, mock tests teesko. Syllabus complete chesi revise chey. Books: RS Aggarwal (Maths/Reasoning), Lucent GK (Awareness). Online: Adda247, PracticeMock laa apps use chey.
General Tips:
- Study Plan: 1 month syllabus cover, 15 days revision + mocks. Weak topics (e.g., if percentage weak, daily 1 hour practice) pe focus.
- Mocks & Analysis: Weekly 2-3 full mocks teesko. Time management practice – 90 mins lo 100 Qs solve avvali. Accuracy 85%+ target.
- Health: 7-8 hours sleep, exercise chey. Stress ledu, consistent ga undu.
- Resources: Previous year papers solve (2019-2024). Current affairs: Daily newspaper (The Hindu) or apps like Gradeup.
Maths Tips:
- High weightage topics (Percentage, Profit/Loss) first master chey – shortcuts learn (e.g., % change formula).
- Daily 50 questions practice. Speed badataniki Vedic Maths tricks use.
- Weak? Data Interpretation lo tables/charts quick solve chey practice.
Reasoning Tips:
- Puzzles daily 5-10 solve – patterns spot chey.
- Coding/Syllogism lo rules memorize. Non-verbal (figures) draw chesi practice.
- Time saver: Easy questions first attempt chey.
General Awareness Tips:
- Daily 1 hour current affairs (sports, economy, science). Apps like Inshorts use.
- Science: NCERT 6-10th class revise. History/Polity: Short notes baney.
- High scoring: Computers (basics like MS Office) & Static GK (capitals, inventions) focus.
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