NTPC Previous Year Question papers are the single most reliable resource for every candidate preparing for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) NTPC examination. On this page you can download the complete RRB NTPC Previous Year Question 2016 collection, arranged shift-wise for both Tier-1 (CBT-1) and Tier-2 (CBT-2), exactly as they appeared in the actual computer based test. Solving each set builds real exam temperament, exposes the frequently repeated topics and helps you master time management under the 90-minute clock. Each PYQ PDF below is free, printable and shift-labelled so you can practise date by date and shift by shift.
The tables below list the RRB NTPC Previous Year Question 2016 papers shift-wise. Tier-1 (CBT-1) and Tier-2 (CBT-2) papers are kept in separate shift columns exactly as they were held on each exam date. Click any Download button to open the corresponding NTPC Previous Year Question PDF.
Download – All Odisha 63,000 PYQ
Download – All Odisha 63,000 PYQ
RRB NTPC stands for Non-Technical Popular Categories, one of the largest recruitment drives conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards under Indian Railways. The 2016 cycle, from which this NTPC Previous Year Question archive is drawn, filled a huge number of Graduate and Under-Graduate level posts through a two-stage online examination. Reviewing the overview below alongside the NTPC Previous Year Question papers gives you a clear picture of what the board actually asks.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Indian Railways |
| Exam Level | National |
| Stages | CBT-1 (Tier-1), CBT-2 (Tier-2), Skill Test, DV & Medical |
| Question Type | Objective (Multiple Choice) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (Online) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in / regional RRB sites |
Understanding the pattern is the first step to using any previous year set effectively. Both CBT-1 and CBT-2 are objective, online tests with negative marking of one-third mark for each wrong response. The tables replicate the standard RRB NTPC blueprint that the 2016 NTPC Previous Year Question papers followed.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates).
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates).
The NTPC Previous Year Question papers cover three broad areas. Mapping every question you solve back to the syllabus below tells you exactly where your preparation is strong and where it needs work. This is why toppers pair each previous year paper with a quick syllabus review.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, economy, general science, static GK, sports, awards, books & authors, railway budget |
| Mathematics | Number system, percentage, ratio & proportion, profit & loss, time & work, time-speed-distance, SI & CI, mensuration, DI, LCM & HCF, algebra, geometry |
| Reasoning & Intelligence | Analogy, series, coding-decoding, blood relations, syllogism, Venn diagram, puzzles, direction sense, statement-conclusion, data sufficiency |
Before you dive into the previous year practice, confirm that you meet the eligibility norms. RRB NTPC posts are offered at two levels – Under-Graduate (12th pass) and Graduate (degree holders). The salary of NTPC posts follows the 7th Pay Commission pay levels.
| Level | Educational Qualification | Sample Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under-Graduate | 12th (10+2) pass | Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Level 2 & 3 |
| Graduate | Bachelor’s degree | Station Master, Goods Guard, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Traffic Assistant | Level 4, 5 & 6 |
The age limit generally ranges from 18 to 33 years with usual relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and additional relaxation for PwBD and ex-servicemen as per railway rules. Basic pay for NTPC posts ranges roughly from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 35,400 per month plus DA, HRA and other allowances.
Selection in RRB NTPC is a sequential, elimination-based process. Each NTPC Previous Year Question paper you finish makes the first two computer based stages easier, because the difficulty level and topic weightage stay remarkably consistent from year to year.
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – CBT-1 | Common screening test of 100 marks; qualifying and used to shortlist for CBT-2. |
| Stage 2 – CBT-2 | Merit-deciding test of 120 marks based on the level of the post. |
| Typing Skill / CBAT | Typing Skill Test for typist posts; Computer Based Aptitude Test for Station Master & Traffic Assistant. |
| Document Verification | Verification of original certificates and category proofs. |
| Medical Examination | Medical fitness as per the required medical standard of the post. |
There is a reason toppers swear by previous papers. Working through a genuine NTPC Previous Year Question set delivers measurable gains:
Downloading any NTPC Previous Year Question PDF from this page takes only a few seconds. Follow these steps:
Simply downloading papers is not enough – how you use each NTPC Previous Year Question set decides your result. Use these tips to squeeze the maximum benefit out of every paper:
The previous year question paper is the actual set of questions asked in earlier RRB NTPC computer based tests. Solving these papers helps you understand the real difficulty level, question pattern and important topics of the exam.
Yes. Every NTPC Previous Year Question PDF listed in the Tier-1 and Tier-2 tables on this page is completely free. Just click the Download link next to the required date and shift.
Yes. This collection includes both CBT-1 (Tier-1) and CBT-2 (Tier-2) NTPC Previous Year Question papers, arranged shift-wise so you can practise exactly as the exam was conducted.
CBT-1 has 100 questions for 100 marks – 40 General Awareness, 30 Mathematics and 30 General Intelligence & Reasoning – to be solved in 90 minutes with 1/3 negative marking.
Yes. One-third (1/3) of a mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2. Practising these papers helps you improve accuracy and avoid blind guessing.
CBT-1 is a common screening stage of 100 marks, while CBT-2 is the merit-deciding stage of 120 marks based on the post level. The tables above provide separate papers for each stage.
Focus on General Awareness, Mathematics and Reasoning. These papers show that General Awareness carries the highest weightage, so it deserves consistent daily revision.
Attempt each paper in a strict 90-minute timed sitting, then analyse your mistakes and revise the related syllabus topics. Regular timed practice with the previous year set builds speed and confidence.
Absolutely. The pattern and topic weightage of RRB NTPC stay largely consistent, so the 2016 NTPC Previous Year Question papers remain highly relevant for current aspirants.
You can download the full All Odisha 63,000 combo PYQ collection using the links in the tables, and get many more subject-wise papers by installing the Techofworld app linked on this page.
The RRB NTPC Previous Year Question 2016 collection above is your shortcut to smarter, targeted preparation. Practising these Tier-1 and Tier-2 papers shift-wise sharpens your speed, accuracy and confidence for the actual computer based test. Download the NTPC Previous Year Question PDFs, solve them regularly, review your errors, and you will walk into the exam hall fully prepared. Bookmark this page and keep coming back for more previous year practice material.
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