RRB NTPC Admit Card Download Guide – Region-wise Process, Exam Day Rules & Complete Instructions (2026)

The RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBT 1 exam for CEN 06/2025 is scheduled from March 16 to 27, 2026, and admit cards are expected to be released on March 12, 2026 — just four days before the first exam date.

For crores of Railway aspirants across India, those four days between admit card release and exam day are both the most exciting and the most stressful period of the entire preparation journey. Everything needs to happen fast: download the admit card, verify all details, print copies, confirm the exam centre location, and pack correctly for exam day.

One missed step — a wrong printer setting that makes the photo unreadable, a forgotten photo ID, or arriving at the centre after gate closure — can invalidate everything you prepared for.

This guide covers the complete RRB NTPC admit card process for 2026: the region-wise download links, step-by-step instructions, what is printed on the hall ticket, ID proof rules, exam day reporting instructions, what to carry, and what is strictly banned.

RRB NTPC 2026 – Recruitment Overview

RRB NTPC Admit Card Release Schedule

RRBs release admit cards 4 days before the first exam date for each batch.

For batches spread across multiple days (March 16–27), candidates assigned to later exam dates may receive their admit card on a rolling basis — 4 days before their specific assigned date.

Advance Exam City Intimation Slip:
Before the admit card is released, RRB issues an Exam City Intimation Slip approximately 10–15 days before the exam. This slip tells you which city your exam centre is in — but not the exact centre address. It helps you plan travel and accommodation in advance.

Download the city intimation slip from the same portal as the admit card — it appears in the same login section.​

How to Download RRB NTPC Admit Card 2026 (Step by Step)

RRB NTPC admit cards are available on two portals:

1. Central Portal: rrbapply.gov.in (works for all regions).

2. Regional RRB Website: Your specific RRB office portal (preferred — faster and more reliable).

Method 1: Download from rrbapply.gov.in

1. Visit rrbapply.gov.in.

2. Click on the “Download Admit Card” or “CEN 06/2025 Admit Card” link on the homepage.

3. Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth (or Password, whichever is asked).

4. Click “Login.”

5. Your admit card will appear on screen.

6. Verify all details (see checklist below).

7. Download the PDF and save to your device.

8. Print in A4 size — minimum 2 copies.​

Method 2: Download from Your Regional RRB Website

Find your RRB region from your application and visit that region’s specific website. Scroll down for the full region-wise list.

Steps are the same:

1. Visit the regional RRB website.

2. Click on “NTPC Admit Card” or look for a CEN 06/2025 link.

3. Login with Registration Number + DOB.

4. Download and print.

Region-wise RRB Official Websites – Complete List

You must download your admit card from the RRB region you applied under. Attempting to log in on a different region’s portal will show “Registration Not Found.”

For UP aspirants: Most apply under RRB Allahabad (Prayagraj) or RRB Gorakhpur. For Bihar aspirants: RRB Patna or RRB Muzaffarpur.

How to Recover Forgotten Registration Number

If you have forgotten your RRB NTPC Registration Number, here is the recovery process:

Method 1: Recovery Using Name + DOB

1. Visit your regional RRB website or rrbapply.gov.in.

2. Click “Forgot Registration Number” on the login page.

3. Select “Search by Name and Date of Birth.”

4. Enter First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, and gender.

5. Your registration number will be displayed.

Method 2: Recovery Using Registered Email

1. Click “Forgot Registration Number” on the RRB login page.

2. Select “Search by Email ID.”

3. Enter your registered email address and Date of Birth.

4. Your registration number will be emailed to you.

Method 3: Contact RRB Helpdesk

If both methods fail (email changed, name mismatch), contact your regional RRB helpdesk by email with:

• Full name as submitted in application.

• Father’s name.

• Date of birth.

• Registered mobile number.

• Valid photo ID proof (scan of Aadhaar).

What Is Printed on the RRB NTPC Admit Card

Verify every field against your application form and identity documents the moment you download it.

The admit card contains:

• Candidate’s full name.

• Registration number / Roll number.

• Father’s name.

• Date of birth.

• Gender.

• Category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS).

• Post applied for.

• RRB region.

• Exam date and shift (Morning or Afternoon).

• Reporting time and gate closure time.

• Exam centre name and full address.

• Candidate’s photograph.

• Candidate’s signature.

• Language of the exam.

• Exam day instructions.

• Space for invigilator’s signature.

If any of these details are incorrect, contact your regional RRB helpdesk by email immediately with your Registration Number and supporting document proof.

RRB NTPC CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2026 – Quick Reference

Understanding the exam format in advance reduces anxiety on exam day.​

• Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwD candidates).​

• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) — online, no pen/paper needed for answering.​

• Minimum qualifying marks: General/EWS — 40% | OBC — 30% | SC — 30% | ST — 25%.​

Reporting Time and Gate Closure Rules

This is the most critical logistical instruction for the exam day.

RRB NTPC exams are typically conducted in two shifts:

Gate closure is absolute. No candidate is permitted entry after gate closure time — for any reason.

Your specific reporting time will be printed on your admit card. Follow that time, not the generic shift timings.

Why Arriving Early Matters

The entry process for RRB NTPC exams involves:

1. Physical frisking and metal detector check at the outer gate.

2. Document verification (admit card + photo ID).

3. Biometric / photo matching (at CBT centres).

4. Finding your seat in the computer lab.

5. Reading instructions on screen and completing pre-test formalities.

At large centres with 200–500 candidates, this process can take 60–90 minutes. Arriving just 30 minutes before gate closure almost guarantees you will be rushed, stressed, or late.​

Recommended: Reach the exam centre at least 90 minutes before the exam start time.​

What to Carry to the RRB NTPC Exam Hall

Mandatory Documents

Approved Photo ID List (Any One – Original Only)

Always carry Aadhaar as your primary ID — it is universally accepted and enables Aadhaar-based biometric backup if needed at the centre.​

Other Allowed Items

• A transparent water bottle (clear, colourless — not opaque or tinted).​

• Any prescription medicine — declare to invigilator on arrival and carry the doctor’s prescription.​

• Spectacles if required for vision (will be checked by invigilator).​

• Simple analogue wristwatch — no digital display, no smart features.

What Is Strictly Prohibited Inside the Exam Hall

The Railway Recruitment Board enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy. Carrying any prohibited item — even accidentally — results in immediate disqualification and may lead to a ban from future Railway exams.

Banned Electronic Items

• Mobile phones (including switched-off phones).

• Smartwatches, digital watches with data storage or Bluetooth.​

• Bluetooth earphones or earbuds of any kind.​

• Calculators — standalone or as part of any device.​

• Tablets, laptops, or any portable computing device.​

• Pagers, wireless transmitters.​

Banned Physical Items

• Books, notes, printed study material, handwritten chits.​

• Pencil box, scale, compass, eraser, correction fluid.​

• Bags, backpacks, or pouches of any size.​

• Food items.​

• Jewellery — heavy jewellery, metallic bangles, chains.​

• Caps, hats, sunglasses.​

• Wallet with papers or chits inside (carry only the cards you need in a transparent cover).​

Practical note: RRB exam centres do not have a cloakroom or deposit facility for mobile phones or bags at most venues. Leave all prohibited items at home — not in your vehicle, not “outside the gate.”

Exam Day Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s ✅

• Visit the exam centre location one day before the exam to confirm the exact building and route.

• Carry the printed admit card in a transparent folder or envelope — not folded or crumpled.​

• Carry two printed copies of the admit card — one as backup.​

• Reach the centre at least 90 minutes before the exam start time.​

• Read all on-screen instructions before starting the exam — do not rush into answering immediately.​

• Manage your time: with 100 questions in 90 minutes, spend no more than 54 seconds per question on average.​

• Attempt GK questions first if your Maths is slower — GK is generally faster for well-prepared candidates.

• Use the “Mark for Review” option on-screen for questions you want to revisit.​

Don’ts ❌

• Do not arrive at the exam centre with a mobile phone — even if you intend to leave it outside. The risk of accidental carry-in is not worth it.​

• Do not panic if a question is difficult — skip and return; the computer-based interface allows free navigation.​

• Do not guess randomly on every uncertain question — negative marking of 1/3 mark applies.​

• Do not discuss exam questions with other candidates at the centre or on social media during the exam window. RRB has strict rules against sharing question content.​

• Do not leave your seat without informing the invigilator.​

• Do not submit your test before the time is up — use remaining time to review marked questions.​

RRB NTPC Selection Process After CBT 1

Clearing CBT 1 is the first stage. Here is what comes next:

1. CBT 1 (Stage 1): 100 questions, 90 minutes. Qualifying round — merit list made from scores here.​

2. CBT 2 (Stage 2): 120 questions, 90 minutes. Post-specific, higher difficulty. Only shortlisted CBT 1 candidates appear.​

3. CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test): Applicable only for Station Master and Traffic Assistant posts — tests logical, spatial, and safety aptitude.​

4. Typing Skill Test (TST): For clerical posts requiring typing speed (Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk, etc.) — qualifying in nature.

5. Document Verification (DV): Final shortlist verified against original certificates.

6. Medical Examination: Conducted at Railway Hospitals — fitness standards differ by post category (A1, A, B1, B2, C, D, E).

RRB NTPC Regional Helpdesk Contacts

For admit card issues — wrong details, download errors, forgotten registration number — contact your regional RRB:

FAQs

Q. When will RRB NTPC CBT 1 admit card 2026 be released?
The admit card for the March 16, 2026 exam is expected to be released on March 12, 2026 — 4 days before the first exam date — on rrbapply.gov.in and all regional RRB websites.

Q. From which website should I download the admit card?
Download from the official website of the RRB region you applied under. If you are unsure of your region, visit rrbapply.gov.in — it works across all regions.

Q. Can I use a digital copy of my admit card on my phone at the exam centre?
No. A printed hard copy on A4 paper is mandatory. Digital copies on phone screens are not accepted.

Q. What if my admit card shows the wrong exam date or centre?
Contact your regional RRB helpdesk by email immediately with your Registration Number and the error details. Do not wait — admit card corrections have a very narrow window.

Q. Is there negative marking in RRB NTPC CBT 1 2026?
Yes. 1/3 mark (0.33 marks) is deducted for every wrong answer. Do not guess blindly on questions you have no knowledge of.​

Q. What is the exam duration for PwD candidates?
PwD candidates receive 120 minutes (30 additional minutes) instead of the standard 90 minutes for CBT 1.​

Q. Can I carry food or water inside the exam hall?
Only a transparent, colourless water bottle is permitted. Food items of any kind are prohibited.

Q. Can I visit any RRB website to download my admit card, or must I use my specific region?
You must use the website of the specific RRB region you applied under — or the central portal rrbapply.gov.in. Using another region’s website will not show your data.