The Railway Recruitment Board has officially released the RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level Result 2025 for CBT-1, with Ajmer region announcing that 1,066 candidates have cleared the first hurdle toward securing a government job with Indian Railways. The results, declared on November 21, 2025, mark the latest milestone in what remains India’s largest competitive exam cycle — one that drew over 12.1 million applications for just 3,445 undergraduate-level posts. For those who made the cut, the real test is just beginning.
How the Selection Process Unfolded
The RRB NTPC Undergraduate Level CBT-1 was conducted over 19 days, from August 7 to September 9, 2025, across hundreds of centers nationwide. Admit cards were issued on August 4, 2025, exactly four days before the first exam date — a pattern the board has followed for years. Candidates sat for a computer-based test covering general awareness, mathematics, and reasoning, with scores normalized to account for variations in difficulty across shifts. The final result, published on the official portal www.rrbcdg.gov.in, included normalized scores, category-wise cut-offs, and region-specific merit lists. Only those who cleared the minimum qualifying threshold in their respective regions advanced.What’s striking isn’t just the number of qualifiers — it’s the scale of competition. Of the 6,326,818 applications for undergraduate-level posts, only about 0.017% made it to CBT-2. In Ajmer alone, over 180,000 aspirants appeared. The top scorers didn’t just get lucky; they outperformed thousands.
Who’s Moving Forward — And What’s Next
Candidates who qualified for CBT-2 are now preparing for a second, more specialized exam. The RRB NTPC CBT-2 is tentatively scheduled for December 13, 2025, though some sources, including Shiksha.com, cite December 20 as the official date. This discrepancy hasn’t been resolved by RRB yet — a minor but telling sign of how overwhelmed the system is.Not all qualifiers face the same path. Those who applied for Commercial cum Ticket Clerk or Train Clerk roles must take CBT-2. But applicants for Accounts Clerk cum Typist or Junior Clerk cum Typist positions? They’ll skip CBT-2 entirely — and head straight to the Typing Skill Test. That’s right: no second exam, just a 10-minute typing test in English or Hindi at 30/35 WPM. One wrong keystroke could cost you the job.
The final stages — Document Verification and Medical Examination — will follow. And here’s something few candidates realize: Railway Recruitment Board has granted free train travel to SC and ST candidates for any exam or verification visit. A small but meaningful concession, especially for those traveling from remote villages to regional centers like Ajmer, Jaipur, or Bikaner.
The Bigger Picture: Why This Matters
This isn’t just about jobs. It’s about aspiration. In a country where formal employment remains a dream for millions, the RRB NTPC is one of the few pathways to stable income, pension, and dignity. The 3,445 vacancies aren’t just positions — they’re lifelines.Compare this to the Graduate Level exam, which concluded its CBT-2 on October 13, 2025, with 8,113 posts filled. The graduate stream drew 5.8 million applicants. The undergraduate stream? Over 6.3 million. The demand is only growing. And with inflation squeezing household budgets, more young people — especially from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities — are turning to government exams as the only reliable ladder up.
The RRB has been under fire for delays. Answer keys for the graduate exam were released on July 1, 2025, over a month after testing ended. Result delays? Common. Communication gaps? Routine. Yet, applicants keep coming. Why? Because there’s no alternative.
What’s Still Unclear
The RRB hasn’t clarified why CBT-2 dates differ across media outlets. Is it a typo? A regional variation? A bureaucratic glitch? The lack of a unified announcement is frustrating. Also missing: the exact number of candidates shortlisted across all 21 RRB zones. Ajmer’s 1,066 is just a fraction. If we extrapolate, the total CBT-2 qualifiers could exceed 15,000 — a logistical nightmare for exam centers.And what about the 11 million+ who didn’t qualify? Many will try again next year. The cycle repeats. The dream persists.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can candidates check their RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 result?
Candidates must visit the official RRB portal at www.rrbcdg.gov.in, enter their registration number, password, and captcha, then download their scorecard. The result includes normalized scores, qualifying status, and region-wise cut-offs. Results are published separately for each RRB region — Ajmer, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, etc. — so candidates must check the correct regional site.
What’s the difference between CBT-2 and the Typing Skill Test?
CBT-2 is a computer-based exam testing subject knowledge, while the Typing Skill Test is a practical assessment. Candidates for Accounts Clerk or Junior Clerk roles skip CBT-2 and go straight to typing — 30 WPM in English or 35 WPM in Hindi. No second exam, no scorecard — just pass/fail. Many candidates underestimate this; one typo and you’re out.
Why are SC/ST candidates given free train travel?
The policy ensures equitable access to exams and document verification, especially for candidates from rural or economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Many travel hundreds of kilometers to regional centers like Ajmer or Jodhpur. Free travel removes a major financial barrier — a rare but critical support in India’s competitive exam ecosystem.
When will the final merit list be released?
The final merit list will be published only after CBT-2, Typing Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination are completed — likely by late February or early March 2026. RRB has not confirmed exact dates, but past cycles suggest a 3-4 month gap after the last stage. Candidates should monitor their registered email and the RRB portal daily.
Is there any chance of CBT-2 being postponed?
Yes. With over 15,000 candidates expected across India and logistical constraints, delays are likely. The RRB has a history of postponing exams due to technical issues, staffing shortages, or unforeseen events. Candidates should prepare for December 13 but also plan for a possible shift to December 20 or later. Always check the official website before booking travel.
What happens if someone qualifies for CBT-2 but misses it?
There is no retest. Missing CBT-2 means automatic disqualification, no exceptions. Even medical emergencies require prior written approval — and even then, it’s rarely granted. This is why many qualifiers start preparing months in advance, treating it like a final exam, not just another step.
