RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBT 2 Exam Date 2026 Out - Full Schedule, Admit Card & Exam Details
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially announced the RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBT 2 Exam Date 2026. The second stage Computer-Based Test (CBT 2) for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate Level) under CEN No. 06/2025 is scheduled for 10 July 2026 (Friday). Candidates who qualified CBT 1, conducted from 16 to 27 March 2026, are eligible to appear for this crucial second-stage examination. Read on for the complete schedule, admit card date, city slip details, exam pattern, and all other essential information.
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam Date 2026 - Official Notice Released
This section covers the key announcement details and the official notice for the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 examination. The Railway Recruitment Board released the official CBT 2 schedule notice on 12 June 2026 under CEN No. 06/2025. The RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam Date is confirmed as 10 July 2026, a single-day Computer-Based Test covering various Graduate-level posts.
Candidates can download the official notice PDF directly from the RRB CDG website: RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Official Schedule Notice (PDF)
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 2026 - Overview Table
The table below summarises all key details about the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 examination for quick reference.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| CEN Number | CEN No. 06/2025 |
| Post Category | NTPC Graduate Level Posts |
| CBT 1 Exam Dates | 16 March to 27 March 2026 |
| CBT 1 Result | Released |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | 10 July 2026 (Friday) |
| City Intimation Slip | 1 July 2026 (10 days before exam) |
| Admit Card Release | 6 July 2026 (4 days before exam) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | Regional RRB Websites |
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Important Dates 2026
All key dates related to the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 are listed below. Candidates must mark these dates to ensure they do not miss any critical deadline in the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CBT 1 Examination | 16 March - 27 March 2026 |
| CBT 1 Result Declaration | Released |
| CBT 2 City Intimation Slip | 1 July 2026 |
| CBT 2 Admit Card Release | 6 July 2026 |
| RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Exam Date | 10 July 2026 (Friday) |
RRB NTPC CBT 2 City Intimation Slip 2026
The City Intimation Slip provides qualifying candidates with details about their allotted exam city and scheduled exam date. It is a mandatory document to plan travel and accommodation before the exam.
The RRBs will activate the Exam City and Date Intimation Link 10 days before the CBT 2 exam date, which means the city intimation slip will be available from 1 July 2026. Candidates must log in using their registration credentials on the official RRB website to access the slip. This document will contain:
- Name of the allotted exam city
- Scheduled exam date (if staggered)
- Reporting time guidelines
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card 2026
The RRB NTPC CBT 2 Admit Card 2026 is a mandatory document that all candidates must carry to the examination hall. No candidate will be permitted entry into the exam centre without a valid e-call letter.
The CBT 2 Admit Card will be released 4 days before the exam date, i.e., on 6 July 2026. Candidates can download the e-call letter from the official regional RRB website by entering their registration number and date of birth. The admit card will carry important details such as candidate name, roll number, exam centre address, reporting time, and photograph.
Aadhaar Authentication Guidelines for RRB NTPC CBT 2
The RRBs have mandated Aadhaar-based biometric verification for smooth and secure entry into the examination centre. Candidates must comply with the following instructions:
- Aadhaar biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam centre on the day of the test
- Carry the original Aadhaar card or a printout of the e-verified Aadhaar
- Ensure that Aadhaar remains unlocked in the UIDAI system on the exam day
- Candidates who have not yet linked or verified their Aadhaar must do so well in advance
- Aadhaar verification facilitates faster entry and registration at the examination hall
RRB NTPC CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT 2 examination tests candidates across three core subject areas at a higher difficulty level than CBT 1. The overall exam duration is 90 minutes, and there is negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect response.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 90 Minutes |
Key points:
- Candidates must attempt all three sections within the combined 90-minute window
- Wrong answers attract a penalty of 1/3rd mark deduction
- Questions with no response attract no negative marking
- The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode
What Happens After RRB NTPC CBT 2?
After the CBT 2 is held on 10 July 2026, the RRBs will publish the CBT 2 result and shortlist candidates for subsequent stages of the selection process. Depending on the post applied for, the next stages may include:
- Aptitude Test - for posts such as Traffic Assistant and Commercial Apprentice
- Typing Skill Test - for posts such as Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist and Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
- Document Verification (DV) - the final stage for all qualifying candidates
The final merit list will be prepared based on CBT 2 performance, subject to the qualifying of required skill tests and document verification.
