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The RRB Group D (Level-1) exam for 2026 is a national-level recruitment drive conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to fill approximately 22,195 vacancies for posts like Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Pointsman, and various Assistant roles.
RRB Group D 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of four main stages designed to filter candidates based on academic and physical parameters:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): The primary screening stage featuring multiple-choice questions.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A qualifying test to assess physical fitness.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of educational and category certificates.
- Medical Examination: Final assessment to ensure candidates meet railway health standards.
RRB Group D 2026 Exam Pattern (CBT)
The CBT is an online exam with 100 objective questions. Candidates have 90 minutes to complete the test (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with a scribe).
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark per correct answer, with a negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) for wrong answers. Qualifying marks required are 40% (UR/EWS) and 30% (OBC/SC/ST).
RRB Group D 2026 Detailed Syllabus
The 10th-standard (CBSE) level syllabus, outlined in detail on the official RRB website, covers:
- Mathematics: Key areas include Number System, Algebra, Mensuration, and Time & Work.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Topics cover Analogies, Series, and Coding-Decoding.
- General Science: Covers core topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences (10th-grade level).
- General Awareness & Current Affairs: Focuses on Sports, Technology, and Current Events.