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RRB NTPC 2026 (CBT-1) Normalization, Cutoffs & Shift Analysis
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Expected Category-wise Cutoffs
| Category | Projected Cutoff Range | Safe Score Threshold | Statistical Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 68.0 – 74.0 | 76+ | 93% |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 64.0 – 70.0 | 72+ | 93% |
| EWS (Economically Weaker) | 60.0 – 66.0 | 68+ | 90% |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 54.0 – 60.0 | 63+ | 92% |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 48.0 – 54.0 | 57+ | 89% |
Shift-wise Difficulty & Normalization Impact
| Shift / Slot | Difficulty Level | Shift Raw Mean | Std Dev (σ) | Projected Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM) | Easy-Moderate | 62.4 / 100 | 12.1 | +1.2 Marks |
| Shift 2 (03:00 - 04:30 PM) | Hard (Calculation-Intensive GA) | 55.7 / 100 | 13.8 | +7.6 Marks |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does RRB normalize CBT-1 marks across different zones?
RRB uses a percentile-based normalization score formula that maps raw marks to a standardized scale from 0 to 100 relative to candidates in the same shift and zone.
What is the negative marking penalty in RRB NTPC?
For each incorrect response, one-third (1/3 or 0.33) of the marks assigned to that question are deducted.