RRB Junior Engineer Exam 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The RRB JE Syllabus 2026 covers CBT 1 and CBT 2. CBT 1 includes Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science, while CBT 2 covers General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Computer Applications, Environment & Pollution Control, and branch-specific Technical Subjects. Candidates applying for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) should understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern before starting their preparation.

Overview :

FeatureDetails
Conducting BodyRailway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Exam NameRRB Junior Engineer (JE) Exam 2026
PostsJunior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
Exam StagesCBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification, Medical Examination
CBT 1100 Questions
CBT 2150 Questions
Marking Scheme1 Mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking1/3 Mark deducted for each wrong answer
Official Websiterrbcdg.gov.in

RRB JE Exam Pattern :

CBT 1

SubjectQuestionsMarks
Mathematics3030
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness1515
General Science3030
Total100100

Duration: 90 Minutes

CBT 2

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Awareness1515
Physics & Chemistry1515
Computer Applications1010
Environment & Pollution1010
Technical Subject100100
Total150150

Duration: 120 Minutes

Note: 1 mark is awarded for each correct answer, and 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer

RRB JE CBT 1 Syllabus :

SubjectEasy Topics
MathematicsNumber System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Statistics, Square Root, Age, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern
General Intelligence & ReasoningAnalogy, Alphabet & Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Blood Relation, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Classification, Direction Sense, Statement & Conclusion, Decision Making, Data Sufficiency, Similarity & Difference, Analytical Reasoning
General AwarenessCurrent Affairs, Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Polity, Constitution, Indian Economy, Environment, Sports, Science & Technology
General SciencePhysics: Motion, Force, Work, Energy, Power, Light, Sound, Units & Measurement.Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Reactions, Acids, Bases & Salts, Periodic Table.Biology: Human Body, Plants, Animals, Basic Biology

RRB JE CBT 2 Syllabus :

SubjectEasy Topics
General AwarenessCurrent Affairs, History, Geography, Constitution, Economy, Environment, Sports, Science & Technology
Physics & ChemistryPhysics: Motion, Force, Heat, Light, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, Modern Physics.Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Periodic Table, Acids & Bases, Organic Chemistry, Carbon Compounds, Corrosion, Alloys, Environmental Chemistry
Computer ApplicationsComputer Basics, MS Office, Operating System, Internet, Email, Networking, Computer Virus, Storage Devices
Environment & PollutionEnvironment Basics, Types of Pollution, Pollution Control, Waste Management, Global Warming, Acid Rain, Ozone Layer
Technical SubjectBranch-specific syllabus (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, Printing Technology, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant)

Technical Subjects (Branch-wise) :

BranchMajor Topics
Civil EngineeringEngineering Mechanics, Building Materials, Surveying, Concrete Technology, Soil Mechanics, Hydraulics, Irrigation, RCC & Steel Design, Transportation, Environmental Engineering, Estimation & Costing, AutoCAD
Electrical EngineeringBasic Electrical, Circuit Law, AC & DC, Electrical Machines, Transformers, Motors, Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Measurements, Basic Electronics
Mechanical EngineeringEngineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Material Science, Manufacturing, Welding, Machine Tools, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulic Machines, Metrology
Electronics & CommunicationElectronic Devices, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor, Communication System, Networking, Measurements, Basic Electrical
Computer Science EngineeringComputer Fundamentals, C, C++, Data Structure, DBMS, Operating System, Computer Networks, Software Engineering, Java, Web Technology
Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)Physics, Chemistry, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Organic Chemistry, Metallurgy, Environmental Chemistry, Electricity, Heat, Light, Modern Physics

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RRB JE Preparation Tips 2026

  • Focus on Technical Subjects: In CBT 2, the Technical section carries 100 out of 150 marks, making it the most important part of the exam. Give priority to your branch-specific subjects.
  • Strengthen Mathematics: Mathematics has the highest weightage in CBT 1 (30 questions). Practice regularly to improve both accuracy and speed.
  • Study NCERT First: For Physics & Chemistry, begin with Class 12 NCERT books before moving to advanced reference materials.
  • Solve Previous Year Papers: Practice branch-specific previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern and identify frequently asked topics.
  • Take Regular Mock Tests: Attempt full-length mock tests for both CBT 1 and CBT 2 to improve time management, accuracy, and confidence on exam day.

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