RRB NTPC Exam Phase I Previous Paper 19 Jan, 2021


RRB NTPC Exam Phase I Previous Paper 19 Jan, 2021

🏅 Topper Performance

All‑India Rank 1 in AR was secured with a raw score of 83 out of 100, which was normalized to the perfect GATE score of 1000.


📋 Qualifying Cutoff Marks (Minimum Raw Scores)

CategoryMinimum Marks (Raw, out of 100)
General40
OBC‑NCL / EWS36
SC / ST / PwD26.6

📈 Expected Score-to-Rank Relationship

  • A raw score of 83 corresponded to the top rank (AIR 1) in AR 2025 GATE 2025.

  • Scores in the 70–75+ range are considered excellent and typically associated with rank positions 1–5.

  • Raw scores around 60–70 generally translate to ranks between 6 and 25.


✅ Strategic Insights & Preparation Tips

  • To aim for AIR 1, target a raw score of 80+, ideally around 83.

  • Ensure you meet the minimum qualifying thresholds: General ≥40, OBC/EWS ≥36, SC/ST/PwD ≥26.6.

  • A raw score of 60–70 positions you competitively, typically within the top 25.

  • Focus deep practice on high-yield topics such as Architectural Design, Urban Planning, and Building Sciences.

  • Consistently attempt full-length timed mock exams to build speed, accuracy, and section-wise balance.


🔑 Final Recap

  • AIR 1 Topper (AR 2025): Raw score = 83 → normalized 1000.

  • Qualifying Raw Marks: General = 40; OBC/EWS = 36; SC/ST/PwD = 26.6.

  • Score Ranges:

    • ≥75 → likely AIR 1–5

    • 60–70 → likely AIR 6–25

Strategic preparation aligned with these benchmark ranges can significantly boost your performance and readiness for the GATE Architecture & Planning exam.

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