RRB Group D Exam Date 2025 & Detailed Exam Pattern

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Group D examination is a gateway for aspirants seeking a career in the Indian Railways for Level 1 posts. The RRB has officially announced the exam schedule for the upcoming recruitment drive. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the RRB Group D exam dates, pattern, and detailed syllabus to help you structure your preparation effectively.

The selection process for RRB Group D involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and finally, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

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RRB Group D Exam Date 2025: Overview

The Railway Recruitment Board has released the important dates and details for the RRB Group D (Level 1) recruitment process. Candidates should take note of the following schedule to stay updated.

Particulars	Details
Board	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Posts	Pointsman, Assistant, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, and Assistant TL & AC
Vacancies	32438
Advt no.	CEN 08/2024
Application Status 2025	September/October 2025
City Intimation Slip	10 days before the exam date
Admit Card 2025	4 days before the exam date
Exam Dates	17th November - end of December 2025
Candidates Applied	10,822,423
Selection Process	1. Computer-Based Test (CBT 1) 2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 3. Document Verification and Medical Examination
Official website	https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/

RRB Group D 2025: Exam Pattern & Selection Process

The first stage of the selection process is the Computer-Based Test (CBT). It is crucial to understand its structure, which is detailed below.

CBT Exam Pattern

Subject	No. 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 for CBT:

Correct Answer: +1 mark.
Negative Marking: -1/3 mark for each incorrect answer.
Total Duration: 90 minutes.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

Computer-Based Test (CBT): An online objective test to shortlist candidates.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A qualifying test to check the physical fitness of candidates who clear the CBT.
Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: The final stage for candidates who clear the PET.

RRB Group D Syllabus 2025: In-Depth Topic Breakdown

A thorough understanding of the syllabus is essential for success. Here is a detailed, subject-wise breakdown to guide your study plan.

Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus

Subject	In-Depth Topics & Chapters
General Science	This section covers Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences of the 10th standard level (CBSE). Physics: Units and Measurements, Force and Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power, Gravitation, Sound, Light (Reflection and Refraction), Electricity, Magnetism. Chemistry: Matter in Our Surroundings, Atoms and Molecules, Chemical Reactions, Acids, Bases and Salts, Metals and Non-metals, Carbon and its Compounds, Periodic Classification of Elements. Biology (Life Sciences): The Fundamental Unit of Life, Tissues, Diversity in Living Organisms, Health and Diseases, Natural Resources, Life Processes.
Mathematics	The syllabus for this section is based on the 10th-grade level. Number System: BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Square Root. Arithmetic: Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest. Time & Work: Time and Work, Pipes & Cisterns, Time, Speed, and Distance. Advanced Mathematics: Algebra: Basic algebraic problems. Geometry & Trigonometry: Basic questions on Geometry and Trigonometry. Mensuration: Area and Volume of basic figures. Statistics: Elementary Statistics, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock.
General Intelligence & Reasoning	This section assesses analytical and logical reasoning abilities. Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations. Relationships (Blood Relations), Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram. Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision-Making. Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions.
General Awareness & Current Affairs	Focus on current events and general knowledge, particularly in the Indian context. Current Affairs: Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics. Static GK: History: Indian Freedom Struggle, Ancient, Medieval, and Post-Independence History. Geography: Indian and World Geography, National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries. Polity: Constitution of India, Government Portfolios. Economics: Basics of Indian Economy, Economic Organizations.

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(Candidates are advised to download the official syllabus PDF for complete details.)

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RRB Group D Exam 2025: FAQs

Q: When is the RRB Group D 2025 CBT exam scheduled?

Ans: The RRB Group D Computer-Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled to be conducted from November 17, 2025, to the end of December 2025.

Q: Is there negative marking in the RRB Group D exam?

Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking scheme in the CBT. For every incorrect answer, 1/3rd of the mark allotted for that question will be deducted.

Q: What are the stages of the RRB Group D selection process?

Ans: The selection process includes three main stages: a Computer-Based Test (CBT), a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and finally, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

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