RRB NTPC Typing Test 2025 on Dec 28: Complete CBAT/CBTST Rules, Speed Criteria & Last-Minute Tips
RRB NTPC Typing Test Date Confirmed — Don’t Miss These Rules
RRB NTPC Typing Test 2025: The RRB NTPC Typing Test 2025 (CBAT / CBTST) for graduate-level clerical posts has been scheduled on 28 December 2025. Candidates shortlisted for posts like Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, and Senior Clerk cum Typist must now focus on typing rules, speed requirements, and accuracy.
This stage is qualifying in nature, but many candidates get eliminated due to rule violations or poor preparation.
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👉 Read this carefully before you appear for the test.
Who Has to Appear for theRRB NTPC Typing Test 2025?
The typing test is mandatory for candidates shortlisted for:
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Junior Clerk cum Typist
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Accounts Clerk cum Typist
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Senior Clerk cum Typist
⚠️ Candidates who fail to qualify the typing test will not be considered further, even if they cleared CBT stages.
RRB NTPC Typing Test 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC NET December 2025 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | 31 December 2025 – 7 January 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Paper | Paper 1 (Common for All Subjects) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Medium of Exam | English & Hindi |
| Negative Marking | ❌ No Negative Marking |
RRB NTPC Typing Test Structure
The typing test is conducted in the following sequence:
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Typing Practice Session – 1 minute
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Short Break – 30 seconds
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Main Typing Test – 10 minutes
👉 The practice session is only for familiarisation. Marks are not counted.
Language & Word Requirements
Candidates must type one passage in either English or Hindi.
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English: Minimum 300 words
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Hindi: Minimum 250 words
📌 English is the default option.
📌 Hindi typing is allowed using Mangal or Kruti Dev font.
⚠️ If you fail to type the minimum required words, your test will not be evaluated at all.
RRB NTPC Typing Speed Required
| Language | Required Typing Speed |
|---|---|
| English | 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Hindi | 25 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
How Typing Speed Is Calculated
Typing Speed =
(Total Words Typed − Final Mistakes) ÷ Time (in minutes)
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Mistakes are counted carefully
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Up to 5% of total typed words may be ignored
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Both speed and accuracy matter
Important Restrictions (Very Important)
Candidates must strictly note:
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❌ No editing tools allowed
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❌ No copy-paste
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❌ No spell-check or auto-correct
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❌ Excessive corrections can reduce accuracy
👉 Using restricted functions may lead to disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria – How You Are Judged
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Passage must be typed at least once completely
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Speed and accuracy both are checked
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Errors are classified and counted
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If speed falls below required limit → Not Qualified
⚠️ Completing the passage early does NOT guarantee qualification if accuracy is poor.
NaukriBee Insight (Read This Carefully)
Most candidates fail the typing test due to:
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Panic in the first 2–3 minutes
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Over-editing typed text
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Not practicing with a 10-minute timer
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Ignoring accuracy while chasing speed
👉 Calm typing + fewer mistakes is more important than raw speed.
Last-Minute Preparation Tips for RRB NTPC Typing Test
What You Should Do
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Practice daily for 10 minutes continuously
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Use a simple keyboard, avoid fancy layouts
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Focus on accuracy first, speed improves naturally
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Practice in the same language you choose for exam
What You Should Avoid
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Switching language at the last moment
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Learning new shortcuts a day before exam
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Overthinking mistakes during typing
Exam-Day Guidelines
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Carry Admit Card + valid photo ID
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Reach centre well before reporting time
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Follow invigilator instructions carefully
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Do not panic if you make small errors — continue typing
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is RRB NTPC Typing Test qualifying?
Yes. It is qualifying, but mandatory.
2. Can I choose Hindi instead of English?
Yes. Hindi typing is allowed using approved fonts.
3. What if I don’t complete minimum words?
Your test will not be evaluated.
4. Is accuracy important?
Yes. Speed alone is not enough.
5. Can I retype the passage?
Yes, if time permits, but only within the allowed time.
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