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RRB Group D Exam Pattern, Check CBT Topics and Marking Criteria

Updated on Jul 03, 2026 17:40 IST

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RRB Group D - Latest Updates Live
July 2026
01
RRB Group D Result 2026 Out

RRB Group D Result 2026 Released for CEN 08/2024

The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Group D Result 2026 for CEN 08/2024. Candidates can now check the zone-wise result PDF, merit list, scorecard, and normalised cut-off marks for shortlisting to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

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July 2026
01
Zone-Wise Cut-Off Released RRB Group D Cut-Off 2026

Released Zone Wise

RRB Group D Cut-Off 2026 has been released zone-wise and category-wise for UR, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates. The cut-off marks are normalised marks used for shortlisting candidates for PET.

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July 2026
01
Scorecard Link Active

RRB Group D Scorecard 2026 Available Online

The RRB Group D Scorecard 2026 link is active on the regional RRB websites. Candidates can check their marks, qualifying status, and further selection details using their login credentials.

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January 2026
30
RRB Group D Notification 2026

RRB Group D Notification 2026 Released

The RRB Group D notification 2026 was released for applicants on 30th January, 2026. Candidates. The last date to apply online was 2nd March 2026.

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The RRB Group D Exam Pattern consists of four sections - General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and Current Affairs. The total duration of the Group D examination is 90 minutes. The board has already released the short notice for 22,00 vacancies in 2026. This article explores the RRB Group D exam pattern in detail, the PET pattern, and the medical requirements for candidates.

 

RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026

 

The computer-based test is the first stage in the selection process of the RRB Group D Recruitment. The further RRB Group D selection process includes:

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

 

What is the RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026?

 

The RRB Group D CBT Exam Pattern consists of four subjects - General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and Current Affairs. The details of the RRB Group D question pattern for CBT are given below:

SubjectsQuestionsMarks
General Science2525
Mathematics2525
General Intelligence & Reasoning3030
General Awareness and Current Affairs2020
Total100100

 

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What is the RRB Group D Marking Scheme 2026?

 

The marking scheme of the RRB Group D exam applies to the Computer-Based Test (CBT), where there is +1 mark per correct answer. The details of the marking scheme are given below:

  • Total Questions: 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs)
  • Total Marks: 100 marks
  • Marks for Correct Answer: +1 mark per correct answer
  • Negative Marking: −1/3 mark (−0.33) for every incorrect answer
  • Unattempted Questions: 0 marks (no penalty)
  • Duration: 90 minutes (extended to 120 minutes for PwBD candidates with eligible scribe provisions)

 

What are Normalized Marks in RRB Group D?

 

Normalisation is a statistical process used to adjust scores so that candidates who faced harder question papers are not unfairly disadvantaged, and those who had easier papers are not unfairly advantaged. When the RRB Group D CBT is conducted, it is often held over multiple shifts and days because of the large number of applicants. Since different question papers are used in different sessions, the difficulty level can vary from one shift to another. RRB uses a scientific formula based on the mean (average) and the standard deviation of marks across all shifts. The normalization formula is - Xn=(S1S2​)×(X−Xav)+Yav, where

  • Xn= Normalized Score of a Candidate
  • S2= Standard Deviation of raw marks of Base Session
  • S1= Standard Deviation of raw marks of Candidate Session
  • X= Raw marks of the candidate, which are to be normalised
  • Xav= Average of raw marks of Candidate Session
  • Yav= Average of raw marks of Base Session

 

What is the RRB Group D PET Pattern 2026?

 

The RRB Group D PET pattern involves weight lifting and running activities. Candidates who qualify for the CBT examination will be shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test. The details of the RRB Group D PET are given below:

CriteriaMale CandidatesFemale Candidates
Weight Lifting RequirementMust lift and carry 35 Kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it downMust lift and carry 20 Kg for 100 meters in 2 minutes without putting it down
Running RequirementMust run 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds in one chanceMust run 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds in one chance

 

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What are the RRB Group D document requirements?

 

Important documents such as ID proof, educational certificates, and more will be required from the candidates. The complete list of documents required is as follows:

  • SCVT/NCVT Certificate
  • Aadhar Card (Photocopy)
  • Family Income Certificate
  • OBC-NCL Certificate
  • Transgender Certification (if applicable)
  • Class 10th Certificate
  • Non-Creamy Layer Declaration
  • PwD Medical Certificate
  • J&K Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

 

What are the medical requirements for RRB Group D posts?

 

The medical requirements for RRB Group D posts require applicants to qualify for the vision test. They are also required to be physically fit from all aspects. Given below are the details:

Medical StandardVisual Acuity
Pointsman (A-2)

Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (no fogging test). 

Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses and must pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, mesopic vision, etc.

Assistant Track Machine (A-3)

Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D). 

Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses and must pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, mesopic vision, etc.

Assistant TL and AC (B-1)

Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D). 

Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and must pass tests for colour vision, binocular vision, night vision, mesopic vision, etc.

Assistant – Workshop (C-1)

Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. 

Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required.

 

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Summary of Group D Exam Pattern 2026

 

We have provided below a summary table of the RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026. Check out the information given below:

StageDetails
Mode of ExamComputer-Based Test (CBT)
Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Duration90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD candidates with scribe)
RRB Group D Question PatternMultiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Negative Marking1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer

 

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