RRB Group D Syllabus 2026
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
The RRB Group D (Level-1) Examination is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to recruit candidates for various Level-1 posts in Indian Railways. The selection process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. The CBT evaluates candidates in Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness & Current Affairs. Candidates qualifying the CBT are called for the Physical Efficiency Test. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Duration
90 Minutes
Marking
1 mark is awarded for every correct answer. The Computer Based Test consists of 100 objective questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates qualifying the CBT are shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Negative marking
1/3 (0.33) mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. There is no penalty for unanswered questions.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
Subject-wise Syllabus
Mathematics
Number System, BODMAS, Decimals & Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Average, Discount, Time & Work, Pipes & Cistern, Time, Speed & Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Data Interpretation
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Alphabetical & Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Data Sufficiency, Conclusions & Decision Making, Similarities & Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement & Conclusion, Puzzle, Seating Arrangement
General Science
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Body, Nutrition, Diseases, Motion & Force, Heat & Temperature, Electricity, Magnetism, Sound, Light, Metals & Non-Metals, Acids, Bases & Salts, Environment & Ecology, Scientific Instruments, Everyday Science
General Awareness & Current Affairs
Current Affairs, Indian History, Indian Polity, Indian Constitution, Geography, Indian Economy, Sports, Art & Culture, Books & Authors, Awards & Honours, Important Days, National & International Organizations, Science & Technology, Environmental Issues, Government Schemes, Railway Budget & Projects, Static General Knowledge
Preparation Tips
- Build strong fundamentals in Mathematics and General Science using NCERT books.
- Revise Current Affairs from the last 6–12 months regularly.
- Practice Reasoning topics like coding-decoding, puzzles, and analytical reasoning daily.
- Solve previous years' RRB Group D question papers to understand the exam pattern.
- Attempt full-length mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Prepare for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) alongside CBT preparation.
- Avoid unnecessary guesswork, as one-third mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.