RRB Group D Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2023: Subject Wise Topics You Should Know Everything

Conducted by The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), the railway examinations hold a great value to the Indian economy. Various RRB exams like RRB je or RRB ntpc and others offer a promising career in various technical and non-technical roles. With a promising career, the Indian railways is considered to be one of the largest employing industries in India with almost more than three lakh staff recruited each year.

RRB exams are generally classified into different groups depending on the post you want to apply for. With different exam patterns, syllabus and eligibility, some of the most popular RRB exams include RRB Junior Engineer (RRB JE), RRB Group D, RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC), and RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (RRB ALP). In this article, we are going to explore the exam pattern and syllabus for RRB Group D exam.

RRB Group D Exam Pattern And Syllabus
 

RRB Group D exam is another exam to qualify RRB candidates for Grade-IV posts in different departments of the Indian Railways. These positions fall under Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

The RRB Group D selection involves three stages:

1. RRB Group D (CBT) Computer Based Test
2. RRB Group D (PET) Physical efficiency Test
3. RRB Group D (DV) Document Verification

RRB Group D (CBT) Computer Based Test
 

Exam Type	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Sections	Number of Questions
General Awareness/Current Affairs	20
Mathematics	25
General Science	25
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30

Though the RRB Group D PET exam is mandatory, but it is qualifying in nature. After qualifying in the physical examination test successfully, you need to prepare yourself for the document verification process leading to final selection.

Subject Wise Marks Of RRB Group D Subjects For CBT Test
 

The RRB Group D CBT Exam is a mcq pattern based exam where you need to select the most appropriate answer for the relevant question from a choice of four options. The subject wise marks allotment for each subject in the computer based examination of RRB Group D is shown in detail in the table below:
 

Subjects	No. Of Questions for each	Marks allotted	Duration
General Science	25	25	90 Mins
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30
General Awareness and Current Affairs	20	20
Total	100	100

There is also the pattern of negative marking involved. A total of 0.25 marks is deducted for each wrong answer. Please make sure to check the official website of RRB in your specific region for any new updates and changes in your RRB Group D exam syllabus.

RRB Group D Exam Syllabus

Math Syllabus for RRB Group D
 

The Math syllabus for RRB Group D is listed below, along with the expected weightage marks for each topic:
 

Topics	Expected Weightage
Number System	1-2
BODMAS	2-3
Decimals & Fractions	1-2
Average	1-2
LCM & HCF	1-2
Ratio and Proportion	2-3
Percentages	2-3
Mensuration	2
Time and Work	3-4
Time and Distance	2-3
Simple and Compound Interest	1
Profit and Loss	1-2
Algebra	1
Geometry and Trigonometry	1
Age Calculations	2-3
Calendar & Clock	1
Miscellaneous	2-3

General Reasoning Syllabus for RRB Group D
 

The General Reasoning Syllabus for RRB Group D is shown in the table below with the marks expected for each topic.

Topics	Expected Weightage
Analogies	2-3
Alphabetical and Number Series	3-4
Coding and Decoding	2-3
Mathematical Operations	1-2
Syllogism	1
Venn Diagram	1-2
Data Interpretation and Sufficiency	1-2
Conclusions and Decision making	1
Analytical Reasoning	3-4
Classification	2-3
Directions	1-2
Statement – Arguments and Assumptions	4-5
Miscellaneous	2-3

General Reasoning Syllabus for RRB Group D

The General Reasoning syllabus for RRB Group D is listed below, along with the expected weightage marks for each topic for you to consider while preparing:

Topics	Expected Weightage
Sports	2-3
Economics	1-2
CEO/Chairman/Appointments	1-2
Current Affairs	8-9
Geography	2-3
History	2-3
Miscellaneous	4-5

General Reasoning Syllabus for RRB Group D
 

The General Reasoning Syllabus for RRB Group D is divided into three subjects in which topics upto 10th standard of CBSE board need to be prepared. These subjects include physics, chemistry and life science. As such, the topics covered under each of them is shown in the table below with the marks expected for each.
 

Subject	Topics	Expected Weightage
Physics	Units and Measurements Force and Laws of Motion Work, Energy, and Power Gravitation Pressure Sound Waves Heat Friction Light Reflection and Refraction Current Electricity Magnetism Magnetic Effects of Electric Current Scientific Instruments Inventions and Important Discoveries (Physics) Sources of Energy	7-8
Chemistry	Matter Atoms and Molecules Structure of Atom Chemical Reactions and Equations Periodic Classification of Elements Chemical Bonding Oxidation & Reduction Combustion and Flame Metals & Non-Metals	9-10
Life Sciences	Classification of Organisms Cytology Genetics Heredity and Evolution Classification of Plant Kingdom Plant Morphology Plant Tissue Photosynthesis Plant Hormones Plant Diseases Ecology & Environment Pollution Classification of Animal Kingdom Animal Tissue Human Blood Organ & Organ System Human Blood and Blood Groups Human Eye Nutrients Natural Resources	6-7

Tips to help you Succeed In your RRB Group D exam

Here are a few tips you may follow to achieve a more better grades in your RRB Group D exam:

• Check for latest updates and changes in syllabus on the official website of RRB in your region.
   
• Create a structured study plan by evaluating your current knowledge and skills in each subject or section of the exam and identify your strong and weaker sections.
   
• Create small target goals in your daily routine to be more accountable to yourself.
   
• Divide time slots for each subject. This will help you in covering all the topics of the vast RRB syllabus.
   
• Ensure that you do daily revisions or else it is quite easier to forget the previously covered topics.
• Include ample time for mental and physical relaxation daily.
   
• Take online classes or join the best RRB coaching institutes to learn better.
   
• Practice mock tests regularly to get familiar with the time constraint and exam pattern.

Important Topics To Consider In Your RRB Group D Syllabus Preparation

Some of the important topics to consider while preparing and revising for your RRB Group D upcoming exam are listed down below. Knowing these topics allows you a upperhand giving you the idea for where you must begin preparing. With a focus on the listed topics you can easily score better in your RRB Group D exam.

1. Mathematics
2. 1. HCF and LCM
   2. Ratio & Proportion
   3. Mensuration
   4. Time & Distance
   5. Profit & Loss
   6. BODMAS
   7. Percentages
   8. Time & Work
   1. Simple Interest and Compound Interest
   10. Age Calculations
        
3. General Science
4. 1. Topics from Physics
   2. Chemistry
   3. Life Sciences
       
5. General Intelligence and Reasoning
6. 1. Coding-Decoding
   2. Relationship
   3. Alphabetical Series
   4. Venn Diagram
   5. Statement and Conclusion
   6. Numerical Series
   7. Distance
   8. Directions.
       
7. General Awareness and Current Affairs
8. 1. Indian History
   2. Sports
   3. Current Affairs
   4. Important Days, Events and Dates.

Conclusion

To conclude, with constant dedication and hardwork, you can surely make your dreams come true. Be it working in the Indian railways or getting good ranks in the RRB Group D exam, it's achievable. Believe it.

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