The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) e-call letter under Centralized Employment Notice CEN 06/2025. Candidates who qualified the CBT-2 round for Graduate-Level positions—such as Senior Clerk Cum Typist and Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist—can now download their hall tickets using their registration credentials.

The typing skill test is set for 24 September 2026 at designated test centers across the country. With 5,810 vacancies in this recruitment drive, clearing this qualifying round is mandatory to move forward to Document Verification.

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Timeline & Recruitment Milestones

A quick look at the complete journey of the CEN 06/2025 recruitment process so far:

[21 Oct 2025] ──> Registration Window Opened
[27 Nov 2025] ──> Application Window Closed
[16-27 Mar 2026]─> CBT-1 Online Examination
[11 Jun 2026] ──> CBT-1 Results Declared
[10 Jul 2026] ──> CBT-2 Online Examination
[27 Aug 2026] ──> CBT-2 Results Declared
[20 Sep 2026] ──> CBTST Admit Card Released
[24 Sep 2026] ──> CBTST Exam Date

Vacancy Breakup & Post Eligibility

The 5,810 vacancies are distributed across several key operational and clerical posts in Indian Railways:

Step-by-Step Guide: Downloading Your CBTST Admit Card

To ensure you don't run into any technical glitches, follow these straightforward steps to save your call letter:

1. Visit the Regional Portal: Head over to your respective regional RRB website or the centralized application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Find the Notification: Click on the link titled "CBTST E-Call Letter Download for CEN 06/2025".
3. Enter Credentials:
   • Enter your Registration Number / Enrollment Number.
   • Enter your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY format).
4. Submit Security Code: Fill in the CAPTCHA code shown on screen and click Login.
5. Print Hall Ticket: Download the PDF. Ensure you print a clear hard copy on an A4 sheet.

CBTST Exam Rules & Speed Criteria

The typing test is evaluated strictly on accuracy and speed. Review the parameters set by the Railway Recruitment Board:

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ CBTST TYPING REQUIREMENTS │
├────────────────────────────────┬────────────────────────────┤
│ Language Choice │ Speed Target │
├────────────────────────────────┼────────────────────────────┤
│ English Typing │ Minimum 30 Words Per Min │
│ Hindi Typing │ Minimum 25 Words Per Min │
├────────────────────────────────┴────────────────────────────┤
│ Key Features: │
│ • Test Duration: 10 Minutes │
│ • Font for Hindi: Kruti Dev / Mangal │
│ • Backspace & Editing Keys: Completely Disabled │
│ • Nature of Test: Qualifying Only (No marks added to merit) │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Important Rule: Since the Backspace key is turned off during the real exam, focus on maintaining a rhythmic, error-free typing speed rather than rushing through the passage.

What to Carry to the Exam Center

Make sure you have these required documents inside your folder before heading out on exam day:

• Printed E-Call Letter: Must contain clear personal details and a visible photograph.
• Original Photo Identification: Aadhaar Card (mandatory for biometric verification). In exceptional cases, carry a secondary official photo ID (PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport).
• Passport-Size Photos: Carry two original passport-sized photos identical to the image uploaded on your application form.
• Scribe/Exemption Documents: Applicable medical certificates for candidates seeking typing exemption under PwBD guidelines.

Selection Process Overview

Final appointment depends on passing all prescribed stages in sequence:

1. Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1): Screening round (Completed).
2. Computer Based Test 2 (CBT-2): Core scoring stage (Completed).
3. Skill Test Phase:
   • CBTST: For typist roles (Qualifying).
   • CBAT: For Station Master and Traffic Assistant roles.
4. Document Verification (DV): Cross-checking original educational and identity credentials.
5. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness assessment as per Railway standards.

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