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RRB Group D Exam Analysis 2025: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) conducts RRB Group D exam to select candidates for various level 1 posts. The exam of RRB Group D is conducted online in multiple days and various shifts. RRB Group D exam analysis will be provided once the exam gets over. It highlights the section-wise and overall difficulty level, good attempts, topic-wise weightage, etc. Read below for more details on RRB Group D exam analysis 2025.
Q: Â What is RRB Group D normalisation?
Q: Â What is percentile based marks calculation in RRB Group D exam?
Percentile scores are scores based on the relative performance of all candidates who appear for the examination. The marks obtained are transformed into a scale ranging from 100 to 0 for each shift. The percentile score indicates the percentage of candidates that have scored equal to or below (same or lower raw scores) that particular percentile in that examination. Therefore, the topper (the highest score) of each shift get the same percentile of 100 which is desirable. In percentitle-based normalisation, the marks obtained between the highest and the lowest scores are also converted to appropriate percentiles. In case of two or more candidates secure same normalised percentile score, their merit position is determined by age criteria.
Q: Â Is there any qualifying marks in RRB Group D exam?
Yes, there are qualifying marks in RRB Group D exam. The qualifying marks for your and EWS categories are 40 and 30 for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, and ST. These percentage of marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2 per cent for PwBD candidates in case of shortage of PwBD candidates against vacancies reserved for them. Besides the cut off marks, candidates are required to secure the qualifying as per their categories to qualify the exam. For each correct answer in RRB Group D exam, candidates score one mark. 1/3 marks are deducted for wrong answers. The category-wise RRB Group D qualifying marks is given below.
Category | Qualifying marks (In per cent) |
UR | 40 |
EWS | 40 |
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 30 |
SC | 30 |
ST | 30 |
Q: Â How many questions are asked in each section of RRB Group D exam?
In RRB Group D exam, there are 25 questions each in General Science and Mathematics. There are 30 questions in the General Intelligence and Reasoning and 20 questions in General Awareness and Current Affairs. We have provided below the topic-wise weightage.
Maths
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 & Loss | 1-2 |
Algebra | 1 |
Geometry and Trigonometry | 1 |
Age Calculations | 2-3 |
Calendar & Clock | 1 |
Miscellaneous | 2-3 |
General Awareness
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 Intelligence and Reasoning
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 Science
Topics | Expected Weightage |
---|---|
Physics | 7-8 |
Chemistry | 9-10 |
Biology | 6-7 |
RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2025
RRB Group D exam pattern comprises four sections. The exam is conducted in 15 languages. The total duration of the test is 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates accompanied by the scribe). The test paper comprises a total of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions. The total marks allotted to the test are 100. The structure of RRB Group D exam pattern is given below.
Sections | Number of questions |
---|---|
General Science |
25 |
Mathematics |
25 |
General Intelligence and Reasoning |
30 |
General Awareness and Current Affairs |
20 |
Total |
100 |
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Q: Â What is RRB Group D exam pattern?
The CBT of RRB Group D exam comprises four sections-General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning and General Awareness and Current Affairs. Total marks allotted to CBT are 100. Based on the marks obtained in CBT, candidates are called for PET. The PET is qualifying in nature. Those who qualify the PET are called for document verification. Final empanellment of candidates is done based on the performance in CBT subject to their qualifying the document verification and medical exam. The structure of RRB Group D exam pattern is given below.
Sections | Number of questions |
General Science | 25 |
Mathematics | 25 |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 |
General Awareness and Current Affairs | 20 |
Total | 100 |
Q: Â What is RRB Group D selection process?
Q: Â In how many language questions are asked in the RRB Group D exam?
The question paper of RRB Group D will be available in 15 languages besides English and Hindi. The question paper is framed in languages such as Urdu, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipur, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu. Candidates can select the language of the question paper from the option available in the exam login panel. RRB Group D question paper carries objective-type multiple choice questions. The structure of RRB Group D question paper is given below.
Sections | Number of questions |
General Science | 25 |
Mathematics | 25 |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 |
General Awareness and Current Affairs | 20 |
Total | 100 |
Q: Â How many questions are asked in RRB Group D exam?
RRB Group D Previous Year Exam Analysis
RRB Group D previous year exam analysis help candidates to know the difficulty level of the question paper and they can frame their preparation strategies accordingly.Â
RRB Group D 2022 Exam AnalysisÂ
Candidates can check below RRB Group D 2022 exam analysis for different phases of CBT is given below:
RRB Group D Phase 5 Exam Analysis 2022
The difficulty level of RRB Group D Phase 5 exam was easy to moderate. The General Awareness section was moderate, General Science section was moderate, Maths section was moderate, General Intelligence and Reasoning section was moderate.
RRB Group D Phase 4 Exam Analysis 2022
RRB Group D Phase 4 exam was conducted from September 19 to October 7 for RRCs-Central Railway (Mumbai), Eastern Railway (Kolkata) and North Eastern Railway (Gorakhpur). The General Awareness questions were tough. The questions were asked from the last year's current affairs in some sets. In some sets, there were no questions from the current affairs of 2022. There were few questions from Chemistry. Questions in Physics were asked from Electricity, Lense, Light, etc. In Maths, questions were asked from SI, CI, proportion, Simplification, etc. The questions in Maths were easy. The overall difficulty level of the Reasoning section was moderate. In Reasoning, questions were asked from Coding Decoding, Seating Arrangement, Order, etc.
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RRB Group D Phase 3 Exam Analysis 2022
RRB Group D Phase 3 exam was moderate to difficult in terms of difficulty level. Questions in RRB Group D Phase 3 were asked from the Articles of the Constitution in polity. In Reasoning, questions were asked from Seating Arrangement (Circular and Linear Seating Arrangement), Coding-Decoding. In Maths, questions were asked from Simple Interest, Profit and Loss, Work and Time, Speed. In General Science, questions were asked from Volume of Cylinder, Chemical Reactions, and Electric Current. There were fewer questions from Biology in General Science.
 In GK, questions were asked from the winner of IPL 2022, Finance Commission, Most Polluted River in India, Ozone Layer, etc. In Physics, there was one question what will an astronaut see from space?
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The Phase 2 exam was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level. Few questions in Reasoning and Maths were tricky. Seven questions were asked from Darpan. The overall analysis of Phase 2 paper is given below.
Sections | Questions Asked | Difficulty Level |
---|---|---|
General Science |
Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Life Science, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
Easy to Moderate |
Mathematics |
Number Systems, Simplification - BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM and HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation (Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Tables, etc), Age Calculations |
Easy to Moderate |
General Intelligence and Reasoning |
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement- Arguments and Assumptions, etc. |
Easy to Moderate |
General Awareness and Current Affairs |
Knowledge of Current affairs, Indian geography, culture and history of India including freedom struggle, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental issues concerning India and the World, Sports |
Easy to Moderate |
RRB Group D Phase 2 Exam Analysis 2022 Video
RRB Group D Phase 1 Exam Analysis 2022
RRBs conducted the RRB Group D Phase 1 CBT from August 17 to 25. The overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate. The General Science and General Awareness and Current Affairs sections were moderate to difficult. The difficulty level of Mathematics and General Intelligence and Reasoning sections were moderate. The Chemistry portion of General Science was difficult. In Biology, one question was asked from the Photosynthesis reaction. Questions in Maths were asked from Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Bar Graph, Average, Trigonmetry, Height and Distance. Questions in General Intelligence and Reasoning were asked from Coding Decoding, Number Series, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relation. In Physics, Statement-Based and Velocity questions were asked.In GA, one question was asked from periyar river. Questions asked in GA section are given below:
- Who is awarded sportsman of the year?
- What is the theme of Environment Day 2021
- India’s rank in Human Development Index/ Happiness Index
- Who won the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize?
- Question from Ramsar Sites
- Renuka lake is found in which state?
- Who was India’s first Railway Minister?
- Question from Article 24
- Who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Uttarakhand in Feb 2022?
- Who is the Prime Minister of England?
- Governor of West Bengal
- Periyar River
RRB Group D Phase 1 Exam Analysis 2022 Video
RRB Group D Exam Analysis for Mathematics
The overall level of questions from the mathematics section was easy to moderate. The topic-wise distribution of questions in the Mathematics section is given below.
Topic | No of Questions | Level |
---|---|---|
S.I, CI |
1 |
Moderate |
Pipe & Cistern |
1 |
Easy-Moderate |
Profit/ Loss |
– |
Easy-Moderate |
Simplification |
1 |
Easy |
Time and Work |
2 |
Easy |
Number System |
6 |
Easy-Moderate |
Time, Speed and Distance |
4 |
Easy |
Average |
1 |
Easy |
Trigonometry |
2 |
Easy-Moderate |
Percentage |
1 |
Easy-Moderate |
Mensuration |
2 |
Moderate |
Ratio |
4 |
Moderate |
Total |
25 |
Moderate |
RRB Group D Exam Analysis 2022 for Reasoning
The Reasoning paper of RRB Group D was easy. The topic-wise distribution of questions along with difficulty level is given below.
Topic | No of Questions | Level |
---|---|---|
Syllogism |
2 |
Easy |
Venn Diagram |
2 |
Easy |
Mathematical Calculation |
1 |
Easy |
Mirror Image |
2 |
Easy |
Odd one out |
3 |
Easy |
Coding-Decoding |
– |
Easy-Moderate |
Analogy |
2 |
Easy |
Series |
3 |
Easy |
Direction |
2 |
Easy |
Statement & Conclusion |
5 |
Easy-Moderate |
Counting Figure |
2 |
Easy |
Puzzle |
2 |
Easy |
Complete Figure |
1 |
 |
Blood Relation |
3 |
Easy |
Total |
30 |
Easy |
RRB Group D Exam Analysis for General Science
RRB Group D General Science paper was easy to moderate. The topic-wise distribution of questions for General Science is given below.
Topic | No of Questions | Level |
---|---|---|
Physics |
8 |
Easy |
Chemistry |
10 |
Moderate |
Biology |
7 |
Easy |
Total |
25 |
Easy-Moderate |
RRB Group D Exam Analysis for General Awareness
In RRB Group D, mostly questions in General Awareness are asked from Current Affairs. Candidates can check below RRB Group D exam analysis for General Awareness.
Topic | No of Questions | Level |
---|---|---|
History |
3 |
Easy |
Polity |
1 |
Easy |
Geography |
2 |
Moderate |
Economics |
1 |
Easy |
Current Affairs |
13 |
Easy-Moderate |
Total |
20 |
Easy-Moderate |
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Q: Â What is the difficulty level of RRB Group D exam?
RRB Group D exam is not difficult. It all depends upon the preparation. If candidates have prepared dedicated, the exam is going to be easy. When candidates give complete effort to any exam. Then, there is no exam that is going to be hard. Always keep faith on your preparation. Try to solve previous years question papers. Be prepared to face any kind of situation. RRB Group D syllabus is not tough and with good preparation candidates can crack the exam. The tips and tricks to crack RRB Group D exam are given below:
- Candidates should understand the exam pattern and syllabus inorder to know the structure of the exam
- Candidates should solve the previous year question papers inorder to know the type of questions asked in the exam
- Candidates should attempt mock tests to improve their speed and accuracy of solving questions
- Candidates should practice maximum questions based on the same topic
- Candidates must clear their basic concepts
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Q: Â What is the job profile for RRB Group D?
The recruitment of RRB Group D includes various technical and non-technical posts. The job profiles differ as per the hierarchy level of different railway departments. Candidates who join RRB Group D based on their performances are promoted to higher posts. Also, candidates become eligible for departmental examinations after three years of service. The job profile of RRB Group D is given below:
- Candidates appointed to the post of RRB Group D are responsible for partial or complete disassembly of the item
- Candidates are assigned to inspect the damaged, defective or worn parts
- Candidates are responsible for repair or replacement of damaged parts
- Candidates are responsible for testing, and trial run prior to returning the item to its full operating level
Q: Â What is the salary for an Indian Railway Group-D employee?
The salary of Group D railway staff is decided by railway recruitment boards (RRBs). The RRB Group D Salary is part of the 7th Central Pay Commission's (CPC) Level 1 Salary. The salary structure of an Indian Railway Group-D staff is as follows: 1. The pay scale ranges between INR 5200 to INR 20200 2. The basic pay is INR 18,000. 3. The grade pay that Group D is entitled to is INR 1800. 4. They also receive House Rent Allowance, which varies by city and can range from 8% to 24%. 5. The dearness allowance of Group D is revised to INR 6,120. As a result, the starting salary for Group D staff at the junior level can be up to INR 27,920, excluding travel allowance.
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RRB NTPC Exam 2025:
Application Dates: Sep 14, 2024 – Oct 13, 2024
Eligibility: between 18 to 33 years; 12th pass for undergrad, Bachelor's for graduate posts.
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Answered 5 days ago
Hi Ayush,
For Railway Group D recruitment, the minimum age limit is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is generally 33 years (with relaxation for reserved categories).
Since your age will be 18 years and 25 days on 1st July 2025, you are eligible to apply for the exam, provided you meet other criter
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
Age of 17.5 years is eligible for railway group d
Unfortunately, you are 17.5 years old, and the minimum age for Railway Group D is 18 years as of July 1, 2025. You will have to wait a few months to turn 18 years old and then apply.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
The category-wise RRB Group D 2024 vacancy is given below.
Railway | Vacancies |
Central Railway | 3244 |
CLW | 42 |
PLW | 86 |
ECR | 1250 |
ECOR | 964 |
ER | 1775 |
ICF | 445 |
MCF | 38 |
NAIR | - |
NCR | 2020 |
NER | 1332 |
NWR | 1433 |
NFR | 2048 |
NR | 4586 |
RCF | 112 |
RWF | 13 |
RWP | 01 |
SCR | 1642 |
SECR | 1337 |
SER | 1044 |
SWR | 490 |
SR | 2249 |
WCR | 1614 |
WR | 4672 |
Total Vacancies | 32438 |
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Beginner-Level 4
Answered 2 weeks ago
The post-wise RRB Group D 2024 vacancy break-up is given below.
RRB Group D Vacancy 2024 (Post wise distribution) | ||
---|---|---|
Category | Department | Vacancies |
Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5058 |
Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 799 |
Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 301 |
Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Engineering | 13187 |
Assistant P-Way | Engineering | 247 |
Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical | 2587 |
Assistant TRD | Electrical | 1381 |
Assistant (S&T) | S&T | 2012 |
Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | 420 |
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 950 |
Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | 744 |
Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | 1041 |
Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | 624 |
Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | Mechanical | 3077 |
Total | 32438 |
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Beginner-Level 4
Answered 2 weeks ago
A total of 32438 vacancies were announced for the exam. The vacancy break-up is given below.
RRB Group D Vacancy 2024 (Post wise distribution) | ||
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Category | Department | Vacancies |
Pointsman-B | Traffic | 5058 |
Assistant (Track Machine) | Engineering | 799 |
Assistant (Bridge) | Engineering | 301 |
Track Maintainer Gr. IV | Engineering | 13187 |
Assistant P-Way | Engineering | 247 |
Assistant (C&W) | Mechanical | 2587 |
Assistant TRD | Electrical | 1381 |
Assistant (S&T) | S&T | 2012 |
Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | Mechanical | 420 |
Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | Electrical | 950 |
Assistant Operations (Electrical) | Electrical | 744 |
Assistant TL & AC | Electrical | 1041 |
Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | Electrical | 624 |
Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | Mechanical | 3077 |
Total | 32438 |
RRB Group D Vacancy 2024 (Railway/PU wise distribution)
Railway | Vacancies |
---|---|
Central Railway | 3244 |
CLW | 42 |
PLW | 86 |
ECR | 1250 |
ECOR | 964 |
ER | 1775 |
ICF | 445 |
MCF | 38 |
NAIR | -- |
NCR | 2020 |
NER | 1332 |
NWR | 1433 |
NFR | 2048 |
NR | 4586 |
RCF | 112 |
RWF | 13 |
RWP | 01 |
SCR | 1642 |
SECR | 1337 |
SER | 1044 |
SWR | 490 |
SR | 2249 |
WCR | 1614 |
WR | 4672 |
Total Vacancies | 32438 |
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Marks normalization is a statistical process used to adjust the scores of candidates who appear for the same exam but in different shifts. This method ensures that no candidate is disadvantaged or advantaged due to the difficulty level of the question papers varying across different shifts. RRBs use
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