RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Analysis 2026: 7 May Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam 2026 is underway from 7 May to 21 June. Access real-time updates on section-wise difficulty, ideal good attempts, and high-yield topics. Stay tuned for expert insights to optimize your performance in upcoming shifts.
Candidates can access the comprehensive RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Analysis 2026 for all shifts right here. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is administering the CBT 1 examination from 7th May to 21st June 2026 at test centers nationwide.
In this comprehensive guide, we provide a detailed shift-wise and section-wise analysis, covering overall difficulty levels, recommended good attempts, and essential topics, all synthesized from candidate feedback and expert academic review.
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam Analysis 2026
The CBT 1 is conducted in three daily shifts, featuring 100 multiple-choice questions spanning Mathematics, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning, with a 90-minute time limit. The 7th May analysis is now live. Candidates scheduled for upcoming shifts should review the trends in the RRB NTPC UG Exam Analysis 2026 below.
RRB NTPC UG Exam Analysis 2026 -Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
|
| Exam Name |
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Exam 2026
|
| Exam Dates |
7th May to 21st June 2026
|
| Shift | Shift 1 |
| Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Sections | Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness |
RRB NTPC UG Shift 1 Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
The section-wise difficulty and estimated good attempts have been updated based on direct feedback from candidates who completed the test.
| Section | No. of Questions | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | Easy To Moderate | 32-34 |
| Mathematics | 30 | Easy To Moderate | 23-25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | Easy | 24-26 |
| Overall | 100 | Easy To Moderate | 79-85 |
The Railway Recruitment Board has issued guidelines restricting the sharing of specific exam questions on social media platforms. Consequently, we focus on providing accurate difficulty assessments and identifying the core topics covered to help you prepare effectively.
Subject-wise Important Topics for UG CBT 1 Exam 2026
The weightage and distribution of questions for Shift 1 of the RRB NTPC UG Exam are summarized below.
General Awareness Section
| Topic |
Questions Asked
|
| Geography | 3 – 4 questions |
| Economy | 2 – 3 questions |
| Science | 5 – 6 questions |
| Polity | 2 – 3 questions |
| Current Affairs |
11 – 12 questions
|
| History | 3 – 4 questions |
| Static GK |
10 – 12 questions
|
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Reasoning Section
| Topic |
Questions
|
| Coding-Decoding | 3 – 4 questions |
| Series | 2 – 3 questions |
| Analogy | 2 – 3 questions |
| Blood Relation | 1 – 2 questions |
| Puzzles | 3 – 4 questions |
| Syllogism | 2 – 3 questions |
| Direction | 1 – 2 questions |
| Statement & Conclusion | 1 – 2 questions |
Maths Section
| Topic | Number of Questions |
| Ratio and Proportion | 1-2 questions |
| Mensuration | 2-3 questions |
| Speed & Distance | 1-2 questions |
| Algebra | 1-2 questions |
| Simple & Compound Interest | 1-2 questions |
| Average | 1-2 questions |
| Simplification | 2-3 questions |
| Geometry | 1-2 questions |
| Profit & Loss | 1-2 questions |
| LCM & HCF | 1-2 questions |
| Time & Work | 1-2 questions |
| Number System | 2-3 questions |
| Percentage | 1-2 questions |
RRB NTPC UG Exam Pattern 2026 (CBT 1)
Review the official exam pattern for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Examination 2026 below:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Shift Timings 2026
Find the upcoming shift schedule and reporting times for the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Examination 2026 below:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Time |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM |
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
|
| Shift 2 | 11:15 AM | 12:15 PM |
12:45 PM – 2:15 PM
|
| Shift 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
|
FAQs
The RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT 1 examination is officially scheduled to take place from 7th May through 21st June 2026.
The exam syllabus encompasses Mathematics, General Awareness, and General Intelligence & Reasoning.