The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) runs the RRB Group D exam to recruit eligible candidates for Level-1 posts such as Track Maintainer, Helper, Assistant Pointsman, and Porter in Indian Railways. The CBT 1 exam is expected to take place around June July, with official dates to be announced soon.
The recruitment process involves the following:
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Computer-Based Test (CBT 1)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
Candidates, you all are advised to study to improve on Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness & Current Affairs. Questions will be Class 10 level and focus on physical fitness for PET.
RRB Group D 2025: Sarkari Exam Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts | Track Maintainer, Helper, Assistant Pointsman, Porter |
| Number of Vacancies | Expected around 1,00,000+ (to be confirmed) |
| Selection Stages | CBT 1, PET, Document Verification, Medical Test |
| Exam Date | Tentatively late 2025 |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Question Format | Objective MCQs |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark for each wrong answer |
| Language | English, Hindi, and regional languages |
Detailed RRB Group D 2025 Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number System, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Mensuration |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Series, Puzzles, Blood Relations, Directions, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding |
| General Science | Physics (Motion, Electricity), Chemistry (Acids, Bases), Biology (Nutrition, Diseases) |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | Current Events, Railway Updates, Government Schemes, Indian Polity, Economy |
Preparation Blueprint for RRB Group D 2025
Step 1: Understand the Exam Pattern
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CBT 1 is the only first exam stage. Performance is normalized over the all stages.
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Qualifying Marks:
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UR/EWS: 40%
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OBC/SC/ST: 30% (PwD: 2% relaxation)
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Step 2: Craft a Strategic Study Plan (Duration: 3–6 Months)
You need to follow some routines as well. As example mentioned below:
| Daily Schedule | Time Allocation |
|---|---|
| Mathematics Practice | 1.5 hours |
| General Science Revision | 1.5 hours |
| Reasoning Solving | 1.5 hours |
| General Awareness Updates | 1 hour |
| Physical Training (for PET) | 30 minutes to 1 hour |
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Weekly Goal: Cover more topics per subject.
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Target: Complete the full syllabus by July 2025.
Step 3: Subject-wise Preparation Strategy for the Sarkari Exam
Mathematics
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Study BOARDs (Class 6–10) basics.
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Refer to Advanced books for advanced practice.
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Master shortcuts for faster calculations.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
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Practice questions and problems daily.
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Use a good book e.g. Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal for concepts.
General Science
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Focus on core topics from Highschool textbooks (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
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Daily practice of 100-200 MCQs is essential.
General Awareness & Current Affairs
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Read newspapers.
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Use monthly current affairs compilations if you can.
Step 4: PET (Physical Efficiency Test) Preparation
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Lift & Carry | 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes | 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes |
| Running | 1000 meters in 4 min 15 sec | 1000 meters in 5 min 40 sec |
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Practice daily running and weight-lifting exercises.
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Focus on endurance and stamina-building cardio workouts.
Step 5: Mock Tests and Previous Papers
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Try to Attempt 1–2 full-length mocks weekly on platforms.
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Analyze the mistakes carefully after each mock test.
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Aim to attempt 80–85 questions correctly out of 100.
Recommended Study Resources
You can refer to these books:
| Category | Recommended Books/Platforms |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Quantitative Aptitude (R.S. Aggarwal), Fast Track Objective Arithmetic (Rajesh Verma) |
| Reasoning | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning (R.S. Aggarwal) |
| General Awareness | Lucent’s General Knowledge, Testbook Current Affairs |
| Mock Test Platforms | Testbook, Adda247, Oliveboard |
| Current Affairs | Vision IAS Monthly PDFs, Drishti IAS |
Key Sarkari Exam Day Tips
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Download admit card from rrbapply.gov.in.
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Carry valid ID proof and photographs.
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Focus on quick sections like Reasoning and General Awareness first.
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Keep calm and manage time effectively during the CBT exam.
Common Challenges & Solutions
In case if you’re facing problems, you can always improve by practicing more; e.g. –
| Challenge | Solution |
|---|---|
| Weak in Mathematics | Daily practice, focus on arithmetic, learn shortcuts(Very important) |
| Slow Reasoning Solving | Solve more puzzles daily, understand patterns |
| Forgetting Science Facts | Weekly revisions, flashcard method |
| Physical Endurance for PET | Regular running and strength training |
Important Information
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Eligibility: 10th Pass / ITI from recognized institutions; Age 18–33 years (Relaxations apply).
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Salary: ₹18,000 basic pay; In-hand ~₹22,000–₹28,000 after allowances.
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Application Fee: ₹500 (₹400 refundable), ₹250 (full refund) for reserved categories.
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Medical Standards: Vision 6/12, 6/18 (with/without glasses), no color blindness.
Stay Updated
Follow for upcoming notices:
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Twitter/X handles like @govtjobofficial and @RailwayUpdates for real-time news.