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                    Pattern for RRB NTPC examination 
                             Mode of Examination: Online (Multiple Choice Questions) 
                             Duration:  90 Minutes. 
                             No. of questions: 100 
                             Total Marks: 100 Marks. 
                             Negative Marking: Yes. 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
                    In the Official Notification, there is no mention of section wise division of marks. We can divide 
                    100 questions into the following major categories: 
                         1.  General Awareness 
                         2.  Arithmetic 
                         3.  General Intelligence and Reasoning 
                         4.  General Sciences 
                    RRB NTPC Syllabus 
                    General Awareness- GA section will consist of following topics: 
                         1.  National & International Current Affairs. 
                         2.  Indian and World History 
                         3.  Indian Economy. 
                         4.  Indian Geography. 
                         5.  Constitution of India. 
                         6.  Indian Culture & Heritage. 
                         7.  Polity. 
                         8.  Science & Technology 
                    Arithmetic - The topics covered are: 
                         1.  Whole numbers 
                         2.  Decimals 
                         3.  Fractions and relationships between numbers 
                         4.  Percentages 
                         5.  Ratio & Proportion 
                         6.  Square roots 
                         7.  Averages 
                         8.  Simple and Compound Interest 
                         9.  Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnerships 
                         10. Mixture and Alligation 
                         11. Time and distance, Time & Work 
                         12. Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds 
                         13. Graphs of Linear Equations 
                         14. Geometry  
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         15. Trigonometric ratio 
         16. Degree and Radian Measures 
         17. Complementary angles 
         18. Heights and Distances 
         19. Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar diagram & Pie chart. 
       General Intelligence and Reasoning- The Reasoning section would include questions from 
       logical, verbal and non-verbal reasoning from the following topics: 
         1.  Analogies. 
         2.  Space Visualization. 
         3.  Similarities and Differences 
         4.  Decision Making. 
         5.  Problem-Solving. 
         6.  Arithmetical Number Series. 
         7.  Differences. 
         8.  Arithmetical Reasoning. 
         9.  Analysis. 
         10. Judgement. 
         11. Relationship Concepts. 
         12. Visual memory. 
         13. Observation. 
         14. Discrimination. 
         15. Verbal and Figure Classification 
         16. Non-verbal series 
         17. Coding Decoding, 
         18. Statement conclusion 
         19. Syllogistic reasoning 
       General Sciences - This section will test 10th level knowledge of the following: 
         1.  Physics. 
         2.  Environmental Studies. 
         3.  Chemistry. 
         4.  Biology 
        
       Books to Refer for Preparation  
       There is a dearth of books in the market for preparation of RRB NTPC examination, leading to 
       intense confusion among candidates. To help you prepare the best here is a recommendation 
       of list of books: 
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                    Preparation books for Arithmetic: 
                             NCERT books 
                             Fast Track Objective Arithmetic (Arihant) Rajesh Verma 
                             Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations (S.Chand) R.S.Agarwal 
                    Preparation books for Reasoning: 
                             A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning (S.Chand) by R.S.Agarwal 
                             A new approach Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning (Arihant) by BS Sijwali 
                    Preparation books for General Awareness and General Science 
                             NCERT+NIOS 
                             Lucent General Knowledge 
                             Pratiyogita Darpan 
                             Manorama Year Book. 
                     
                    How to Prepare for RRB NTPC General Science Topic 
                    Physics 
                    Physics is a subject that is based on a number of central theories. The questions asked in the 
                    exam will also be based upon them. Just build your basic concepts in the areas like Mechanics, 
                    wave Optics, Electricity and Magnetism 
                    Chemistry 
                    Chemistry is a subject that is based on a number of equations. But as far as RRB NTPC Exam is 
                    considered, the application part of Chemistry is more important in the exam & technical details 
                    and equations are not that important. 
                    Biology 
                    Biology is the most important topic out of the whole lot. Recent analysis shows that Biology 
                    constitutes the major chunk of questions in the General Science Section of any exam.In Biology, 
                    the thrust area will be Environment, Zoology & human Body. Only a few questions are being 
                    asked from Botany, particularly the biological diversity and plant system.Study all the systems 
                    like digestive system, respiration system and also the various diseases. 
                    Technology 
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       As you already know that the Technology part is the new addition in the General science Section 
       and will have topics related to the new technologies in the field of science, be it space 
       exploration, be it defence, be it medical science or any such field. 
        
       RRB NTPC General Awareness: Tips for Preparation 
       Read the Newspaper daily  
       Make daily reading of newspapers a habit. Read at least two of the national dailies every day. 
       Make notes out of the important events around the world with a special focus on India. If you 
       don’t want to make notes, maintain a file of newspaper cuttings and keep referring to it regularly. 
       Familiarize yourself with Periodicals 
       Magazines like Pratiyogita Darpan and Competition Success Review can go a long way in 
       helping you crack the General Awareness section. These magazines will not only help you have 
       access to the recent developments of India and the World but will also make your job of making 
       notes easier. 
       Go through  Previous Years Question Papers 
       Solving previous years question papers is important. Don’t do it because you feel that a question 
       will be repeated. A question will never be repeated. However the ‘type’ of question will be 
       repeated. Attempting questions in the exam should not make you feel as if it’s your first time. 
       You should be acquainted with the type of questions asked. Solving previous year’s papers helps 
       you do it. 
       Read any YearBook regularly 
       Year books like Manorma are helpful in presenting the bulk of material in a concise form thereby 
       making your General Awareness preparation convenient. Year books also help you save a lot of 
       time. However, do keep in mind that a last day reading of any year book will not help. What will 
       help is being consistency in reading them throughout your preparation. 
       Proper Scheme, Practice and Revision 
       Any individual preparing for this examination should be fully acquainted with the syllabus. One 
       should know the areas of strength and weakness so that the former can be enhanced and the latter 
       can be improvised. Make a weekly time table. Master the topics one by one and then move on to 
       the next. The more you practice, the more time you will be able to save in the examination. 
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