RRB NTPC Graduate Typing Test Instructions Out: Check CBTST Evaluation Formula & Rules (CEN 06/2025)
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released official instructions for the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) under CEN 06/2025 for NTPC Graduate posts. Read complete details on evaluation formula, typing speed rules, and exam pattern.
RRB NTPC Graduate CBTST Typing Skill Test Instructions (CEN No. 06/2025)
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released special instructions for candidates appearing for the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) under CEN No. 06/2025 for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate posts. Shortlisted candidates are required to review the exam structure, evaluation rules, and minimum speed requirements prior to taking the test.
Key Highlights & Exam Pattern
- Language Options: Typing can be done in either English or Hindi based on the option chosen by the candidate on the official website.
- Minimum Word Count: Candidates must type at least 300 words in English or 250 words in Hindi within the stipulated time.
- Test Structure:
- Typing Practice: 1 minute warm-up session to familiarize with the keyboard.
- Break: 5 minutes gap.
- Actual Typing Test: 10 minutes main test evaluated for speed and accuracy.
Typing Speed Requirements
| Language | Minimum Speed | Minimum Words Required |
|---|---|---|
| English | 30 WPM (Words Per Minute) | 300 Words |
| Hindi | 25 WPM (Words Per Minute) | 250 Words |
Mistake Classification & Evaluation Formula
Mistakes committed during the typing test are categorized into Full Mistakes and Half Mistakes. RRB allows a relaxed margin of 5% mistakes of the total words typed.
1. Total Mistakes Calculation
Total Mistakes = No. of Full Mistakes + (No. of Half Mistakes / 2)
2. Final Count of Mistakes
Final Count of Mistakes = Total Mistakes - (5% of total words typed)
3. Typing Speed Formula
Typing Speed = [Total Words Typed - (Final Count of Mistakes × 10)] / 10
Example: If a candidate types 400 words in 10 minutes with 10 final mistakes, the speed calculation will be: [400 - (10 × 10)] / 10 = 300 / 10 = 30 WPM.
Important Rules & Regulations
- Retyping Passage: Candidates who complete the passage early can retype it from the beginning within the 10-minute duration.
- Evaluation Threshold: Transcripts of candidates who fail to type 300 words in English or 250 words in Hindi will not be evaluated.
- Editing Tools Prohibited: Use of external editing tools for correcting typed matter is strictly prohibited.
- Official Information: Candidates are advised to refer only to the official RRB website (rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) for authentic updates.