🏦 1. Introduction: What is RRB Group D?

RRB Group D is one of the largest railway recruitment exams conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) to fill Level-1 posts in Indian Railways under the 7th CPC.
The posts include:

Track Maintainer Grade-IV
Helper / Assistant (Various Departments)
Pointsman
Assistant Workshop
Porter / Assistant
Gateman

The RRB Group D Recruitment 2026 is expected to follow a revised CBT-based structure with normalized scores and updated physical standards. This exam is highly competitive due to massive vacancies and minimum qualification requirements.

🧭 2. RRB Group D Selection Process 2026

The recruitment stages include:

Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination

📘 3. RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026

A. RRB Group D CBT Exam Pattern 2026

Subject	Questions	Marks
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence & Reasoning	30	30
General Science	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	20	20
Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks
Time: 90 Minutes

Negative Marking: ✔️ Yes, 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer

B. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Male Candidates:

Run 1 km in 4 minutes 15 seconds (one chance)
Lift & carry 35 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes (without putting down)

Female Candidates:

Run 1 km in 5 minutes 40 seconds (one chance)
Lift & carry 20 kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes

PET is qualifying only — no marks awarded.

📚 4. RRB Group D Syllabus 2026 (Section-wise)

🔹 Mathematics

Number System
Fractions & Decimals
LCM & HCF
Ratio & Proportion
Percentage
Time & Distance
Time & Work
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
Mensuration (2D & 3D)
Algebra (Basics)
Trigonometry (Basics)
Data Interpretation

🔹 General Intelligence & Reasoning

Analogies
Coding-Decoding
Classification
Venn Diagrams
Series
Direction Test
Blood Relations
Syllogism
Statement–Conclusion
Non-verbal reasoning
Puzzle-type questions

🔹 General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology – Class 7–10)

Physics:

Motion
Force
Work & Energy
Light
Electricity
Magnetism

Chemistry:

Metals & Non-Metals
Acids, Bases & Salts
Chemical Reactions
Carbon Compounds

Biology:

Cell Structure
Life Processes
Nutrition
Reproduction
Human Body Systems

🔹 General Awareness & Current Affairs

Indian Polity
Indian Economy
Geography
History
Sports News
Awards & Books
Environment
Railways-related current affairs
National & International Events (2025–26 updates)

✅ 5. RRB Group D Final Selection & Marks Weightage

Stage	Weightage
CBT	100 marks (decides merit)
PET	Qualifying only
Document Verification	Mandatory
Medical Test	Qualifying

Final Merit List = Only CBT Marks
PET is essential for qualification but carries no marks.

📈 6. Practical Preparation Tips for RRB Group D 2026

Focus on NCERT-level science (Classes 6–10).
Solve previous year papers to understand question patterns.
Practice daily mock tests to improve speed & accuracy.
Avoid random guessing due to 1/3rd negative marking.
Prepare current affairs (2025–26) weekly.
For PET:
- Practice running regularly (1 km target time).
- Build muscle endurance (carry weight training).
Maintain consistency: RRB Group D requires speed + strength.

🔗 7. Official Resource Links (Only Official)

Indian Railways Official Website: https://indianrailways.gov.in
RRB Recruitment Notices: Available under individual RRB regional websites listed on the official portal
RRB Group D Official Notification PDF (2026): Will appear under the “Employment Notices / Recruitment” section of each RRB’s website

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🚆 RRB Group D Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Selection Process & Preparation Guide