The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is expected to release the RRB Group D Level-1 notification to recruit thousands of vacancies for posts like Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper/Assistant, Assistant Pointsman, and Level-I positions in Indian Railways. Candidates preparing for this exam should be aware of the Railway Group D Syllabus, Exam Pattern, and Selection Process. This information is based on the previous year’s notification and is provided to help you start preparing for the CBT exam.
RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2024
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB Group D 2024 Exam |
| Category | Syllabus |
| Subjects | Mathematics, GA/Current Affairs/General Science/Reasoning |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-based test |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| No. of Questions | 100 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 Mark for each question |
| Negative Marking | ⅓rd mark |
| Selection Process | 1. Computer Based Test (CBT-1) 2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 3. Document Verification and Medical |
| Official website | RRB Website |
RRB Group D CBT-1 Exam Pattern 2024
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
RRB Group D Syllabus 2024 for Level I
The RRB Group D CBT exam questions will be objective type with multiple choice and will cover the following topics:
- Mathematics
- Number System
- Decimals
- LCM
- Ratio & Proportion
- Mensuration
- Time & Distance
- Profit & Loss
- Geometry & Trigonometry
- Square Root
- Calendar & Clock
- BODMAS
- Fractions
- HCF
- Percentages
- Time & Work
- Simple and Compound Interest (SI-CI)
- Algebra
- Elementary Statistics
- Age Calculations
- Pipes & Cisterns
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Analogies
- Coding-Decoding
- Relationships
- Jumbling
- Data Interpretation & Sufficiency
- Similarities & Differences
- Classifications
- Statement- Argument & Assumptions
- Alphabetical Series
- Mathematical Operations
- Syllogisms
- Venn Diagram
- Conclusion
- Decision Making
- Numerical Series
- Analytical Reasoning
- Directions
General Science
The syllabus includes questions from the following subjects, at the 10th standard level (CBSE):
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
- General Awareness and Current Affairs
- Science & Technology
- Sports
- Culture
- Personalities
- Economics
- Politics and other subjects of importance.
RRB Group D Exam Pattern for 2nd Stage PET
Based on the merit in the CBT, candidates will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Three times the community-wise total vacancy of the Posts notified against RRBs/RRCs will be called for PET. The criteria for PET are:
Male Candidates Female Candidates
Should be able to lift and carry 35 kg of weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down Should be able to lift and carry 20 kg of weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes in one chance without putting the weight down
Should be able to run for a distance of 1000 metres in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in 1 chance Should be able to run for a distance of 1000 metres in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in 1 chance
RRB Group D Exam Pattern for 3rd Stage: Document Verification
Based on the performance in the CBT and qualifying in PET, candidates will be called for document verification. Shortlisted candidates must produce a NOC from their employer on the date of DV, failing which their candidature will be canceled. Signatures on all documents should be identical, either in English or Hindi.
Rrb Group D 2024 Notifications
FAQs
Q1. What is the selection process of the RRB/RRC Group D exam?
A1. The selection process includes Computer Based Test (CBT-1), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Q2. What are the subjects in the RRB/RRC Group D CBT-1 exam?
A2. The subjects include Mathematics, General Science, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness & Current Affairs.
Q3. How many questions will be asked in the RRB Group D CBT exam?
A3. There will be 100 questions in the CBT exam.