RRB NTPC CBT 2 2025 Exam Today Check Shift Wise Exam Timings, Dress Code 

⏱ Shift-Wise Timings & Reporting Schedule

While the exact shift for your exam is printed on your admit card / city slip, here’s a commonly followed shift schedule used in many RRB NTPC exams (especially earlier CBTs) which may also apply to CBT-2:

These are approximate timings based on past schedules and RRB precedent. The official admit card is the source of truth for your exact shift, reporting and gate closing time.

Make sure you reach the exam centre well before the reporting time so that biometric checks, document verification, seating, etc., can be done. Gates are typically closed strictly before the exam begins — late entries are not permitted.

👕 Dress Code: What You Must Wear (And Avoid)

To ease security checks and reduce delays, the Railway Recruitment Board prescribes a “light, simple and non-metallic” dress code for candidates. Following this helps prevent complications during frisking. Below are widely recommended guidelines for the NTPC dress code in 2025:

✅ Recommended Attire

• Plain, light-colored clothes (t-shirt, shirt, kurta) without logos, prints, patterns, metallic buttons or zippers.

• Simple trousers / pants or light cotton clothing

• Slippers or sandals (flat, non-metallic) rather than shoes with thick soles or metal parts.

• Minimal accessories: no jewelry, watches, bracelets, chains, etc.

• Clip / rubber band for hair (if needed) — avoid metal hairpins or clips.

• Headgear (cap, scarf, turban etc.) only if it is explicitly allowed in your admit card (usually for religious reasons)

❌ What to Avoid

• Heavy fabric, jackets, hoodies, layered clothing, thick sweaters, coats etc.

• Any clothing with large buttons, brooches, badges or metallic logos.

• Footwear with metal parts or thick soles (shoes, sports shoes)

• Jewelry, rings, chains, wristwatches, electronic accessories etc.

If you show up with any restricted item or attire that triggers suspicion, you may face delays or even rejection from entering the exam hall.

🧾 Documents & Items You Must Carry

Be absolutely sure to bring the following — missing any can result in denial of entry:

Must-carry items:

1. Admit Card / Hall Ticket (original, printed) — this is mandatory for entry

2. Valid Photo ID Proof (Original + photocopy)

   • Aadhaar Card (with photograph)

   • Voter ID

   • Passport

   • Driving License

   • PAN Card, etc.
     The ID must match the one used in registration.

3. Passport-size photograph(s) — same as uploaded in application, in case extra is required

4. PwBD / Disability Certificate (if applicable) — in original and copy

5. Other documents (if specified in admit card) — check your admit card instructions

Items you must not carry:

• Mobile phone, Bluetooth device, earphones, smartwatch, calculator, or any electronic gadget

• Bags, handbags, wallets

• Books, papers, notes, pens, pencils (stationery is usually provided / allowed minimal)

• Any metallic item or accessory

• Food, water bottles (unless explicitly permitted)

• Any other item declared prohibited in your admit card / RRB guidelines

Stick to just the essentials — the fewer items, the smoother security checks will be.

📌 Exam Day Do’s & Don’ts

✅ Do’s

• Leave early — plan the route to exam centre to avoid delays

• Have a backup copy of admit card & ID in case of damage

• Keep your hands clean/fingers free of ink (for biometric fingerprints)

• Follow the instructions printed on the admit card and listen to invigilators carefully

• Enter the exam hall calmly — after checks, show admit card/ID when asked

• Use the full reporting time window; don’t rush

• Keep calm and focus — don’t let minor distractions derail your performance

❌ Don’ts

• Do not carry prohibited items — even if unintentional, it may cause disqualification

• Do not arrive late — gates may be closed before your shift start

• Do not argue with invigilators over dress code / minor issues — follow instructions

• Don’t try re-entry — once you exit, re-entry may not be allowed

• Avoid guesswork — negative marking may penalize incorrect answers

✅ Quick Checklist Before You Leave Home

• Admit card & valid ID in pocket

• Spare passport-size photo (if needed)

• Dress as per guidelines (simple, non-metallic)

• Leave at least 60–90 minutes buffer to reach centre

• No banned items; keep essentials minimal

• Check centre address & shift again

• Keep fingers / nails clean (for biometric)

• Mentally prepared — remain confident

⚠ A Note on Variations

Though many RRB NTPC policies are standardized, individual RRB regional offices may add specific instructions (e.g. centre-specific entry times, extra health protocols). Always:

• Read your admit card instructions fully

• Visit your respective RRB regional website for any last-minute notices

• Follow any directives mentioned in your admit card about additional items or exceptions

Wishing all candidates the very best for RRB NTPC CBT-2 2025. Prepare well, reach early, follow instructions, and approach the exam with focus and calm. You’ve worked hard — today is your moment to perform.