How To Prepare Reasoning For RRB Group D Exam?

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Online applications are invited by Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for Group D posts. RRB Group – D Level 1 recruitment will be done for 1, 03, 769 vacancies which include posts like Helper/Assistant, Assistant Pointsman, Track Maintainer Grade – IV, and level – I posts in various departments. As there are ample vacancies, candidates can grab this opportunity with well-planned efforts and hard work done with a structured strategy. This exam is a test of the accuracy of a candidate, as the competition has reached another level. So to succeed in the goal of clearing the exam, prelims is the first and critical hurdle.

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We are here to get you prepared for the reasoning section of the RRB Group D exam. In the level – 1 exam reasoning is asked under General Intelligence and Reasoning section.  This section evaluates the thinking capability, reasoning intelligence, and potential of decision-making in a candidate. This section is considered lengthy, tough, and tricky by the candidates because of the complex nature and time-taking structure of questions.

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RRB Group D Exam Schedule For CBT For Latest Update

1. The CBT as per details provided in CEN No. RRC-01/2019 will commence tentatively from 23rd February 2022 in multiple phases, subject to the prevailing conditions and Government guidelines issued from time to time in view of handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
2. The link of viewing Exam City and Date and downloading of Travelling Authority of SC/ST candidates will be made available on all RRB websites in due course i.e. 10 days prior to the start of the exam.
3. Downloading of E-call letters will start 4 days prior to the CBT date mentioned in exam city and date intimation link.

1.RRB Group-D Level 1 Exam Pattern 2020 (CBT)

The examination sections, number of questions, marks, and duration for the CBT are mentioned below:

Sections	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
General Intelligence and Reasoning	30	30	Composite time of 90 minutes   (120 minutes for PwBD Candidates)
Mathematics	25	25
General Science	25	25
General Awareness and Current Affairs	20	20
Total	100	100

Each question carries one mark and there will be negative marking and 1/3 mark shall be deducted for each wrong answer.

The minimum percentage of marks for eligibility in various categories are :

UR	40 %
EWS	40 %
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	30%
SC	30 %
ST	30 %

These marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2% for PwBD candidates.

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General Intelligence and Reasoning section for the RRB Group – D exam has the highest weightage in terms of marks and mastering this section will help you improve your score. This article will help you prepare Reasoning for RRB Group – D.

There is a composite duration for the RRB Group – D exam. Aspirants get around 50 to 60 seconds for each question. Hence, there is less time pressure here but accuracy is essential.

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2. Important topics from the reasoning ability section.

The list of important topics which are frequently asked are:

2.1 Logical Reasoning 

The topics covered in this topic are Syllogism, Data Sufficiency, Statement – Assumption, Statement – Course of Action, Statement – Conclusion, Venn Diagrams, etc. These require critical thinking but the difficulty level asked is on the easier side.

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2.2 Seating Arrangement

Puzzles and various types of seating arrangements like linear, circular, or square-shaped arrangements and floor-based, box, or dates based puzzles are asked in this type.

Generally in the preliminary examination around 2 to 3 sets are asked which are of easy to moderate level.

2.3 Blood Relations

Blood Relations is one of the important topics for this exam. Family diagrams and schematic representations are used in solving this type of question. About 2 – 3 questions are asked in both preliminary examinations.

2.4 Inequalities

This is also one of the easiest and most scoring topics of this section. In preliminary examination around 5 questions of easy level are asked. The types of inequality questions asked are Coded inequalities, Data sufficiency inequalities, Non – coded (mathematical) inequalities, Fill in the blank type inequalities, etc.

2.5 Direction Sense

Around 2 – 3 questions are asked from these types. This can be combined with other topics like blood relations, arrangements, etc. to increase the difficulty level. To solve such questions diagrams and schematic representations prove to be of great help.

2.6 Coding-Decoding

In coding-decoding, words, numbers, or combination of words and numbers is coded with the help of a particular pattern and you are expected to decode the pattern.

This section judges the candidate’s ability to decipher the code language. This type is generally asked in the form of sets of 3 – 5 questions.

2.7 Analogy

In this topic letter-based, number-based, or meaning-based analogy questions are asked. Generally, 1 – 2 questions are asked.

2.8 Miscellaneous

The topics like the Matrix, Word Formation, Arranging Words, Missing Number, Series, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Classification, Clocks, and Calendar are covered in the miscellaneous section.

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3.General approach prepare Reasoning section for RRB Group – D Exam

 Read below to know more about the approach to prepare the Reasoning section for RRB Group – D Exam

3.1 Prepare a study plan

As you are aware of the important topics, aspirants need to prepare a study plan to complete the syllabus before time. Aspirants need to make sure that days are kept aside in the study plan to practice as many as mock tests.

Start with individual topics first and then go for the reasoning section as a whole to practice the questions.

3.2 Clarity of concepts

Candidates need to work on the fundamental concepts and clear any doubts regarding the topics. To improve your clarity of concepts Oliveboard Edge is the best platform as it provides live courses for the RRB Group – D exam.

3.3 Improve your logical skills

This section evaluates the reasoning intelligence and logical approach which is required to improve the problem – solving skills. Therefore it is required that aspirants should work more on logical skills. This can be easily done by practicing questions and quizzes.

3.4 Practice Mock tests and Quizzes

Mock tests help the aspirants to know the level of the examination and the competition.

Candidates get to know the amount of preparation that is required.

So try taking mocks on a regular basis which will help you to check how well you are prepared.

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3.5 Prepare notes and analyze your mistakes

 Realizing the mistakes and making honest efforts to improve is the best possible way to tackle any topic. Identify your weak areas and spend most of the preparation time to convert them into strong areas.

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3.6 Attempt Strategy

Identify your strong areas in this section and prioritize the questions from these areas.Read every word in the question with maximum attention and consider all the possibilities while attempting any question. Make sure that you are attempting the easier and less time taking questions first. Then go for complex, lengthy and difficult questions. This will help you in scoring maximum marks within the given time.

3.7 Maintain Accuracy

Since in this exam the difficulty level of the questions is not much. Mostly easy to moderate questions are asked in the exam. Therefore accuracy plays an important role here. Make sure that all the easy questions are attempted first as there are less chances of making mistakes in such questions which will easily increase your cumulative score.

3.8 Analyze Previous Years Question Papers

This is essential as this will make you acquainted with the pattern of questions and will help you to prepare a better study plan and exam strategy.

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These are the general concepts and tips to prepare for the Reasoning section for the RRB Group – D exam and to maximize the score. All the best.

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