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RRB Group D Science Syllabus 2026, Know the Important Topics

Updated on Jul 03, 2026 17:42 IST

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RRB Group D Result 2026 Released for CEN 08/2024

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July 2026
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For aspirants targeting the RRB Group D Exam 2026, understanding the scope of General Science is important. This section is not just another part of the Railway Group D exam; it offers a tremendous opportunity to score high with smart preparation. In this comprehensive article, we explore every aspect of the RRB Group D science syllabus, explain its structure, and provide more for the exam aspirants.

 

What does the RRB Group D Science Syllabus consist?

 

The science syllabus refers to the collection of scientific topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology that candidates need to study from the RRB Group D Exam Pattern. These topics are designed to test your basic scientific understanding and your ability to apply simple scientific principles to real-world scenarios. Usually, all questions are framed at a Class 10 level to ensure fairness for candidates from varied academic backgrounds.

 

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From where can I get the complete Railway Group D Syllabus PDF?

 

Applicants can get the complete Group D syllabus PDF copy from our article. The link to download is shared below:

 

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What is the RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026?

 

The RRB Group D exam pattern consists of sections like Mathematics, General Science, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness. The general science section consists of 25 questions, each carrying one mark. A strong performance in General Science can greatly boost your overall score, especially because scoring in science is easier for many compared to reasoning or maths. Given below are the details:

SectionQuestionsMarks
Mathematics2525
General Science2525
General Intelligence & Reasoning3030
General Awareness & Current Affairs2020
Total100100

 

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What are the important topics in RRB Group D General Science Syllabus?

 

The important topics in general science from the RRB Group D Syllabus consist of topics like units and measurements, electricity and magnetism, periodic table, cell structure, and more. The table below lists all the important topics:

SubjectTopicFocus Areas

Physics Chapters

 

Units & MeasurementsBasic physical quantities and measurement units
Force & Laws of MotionNewton's Laws, motion basics, inertia
Work, Energy & PowerDefinitions, work-energy theorem
Heat & ThermodynamicsHeat transfer, temperature
Light & SoundWave properties, reflection, refraction
Electricity & MagnetismCurrent, resistance, circuits

Chemistry Chapters

 

Matter & Its TypesElements, compounds, mixtures
Structure of AtomElectrons, protons, neutrons
Chemical ReactionsReactions and equations
Acids, Bases & SaltspH level, properties
Periodic TableClassification of elements
Metals & Non-MetalsPhysical and chemical properties

Biology Chapters

 

Cell StructureFunctions of cell parts
Human Body SystemsCirculatory, respiratory, digestive systems
Nutrition & HealthFood, nutrients, deficiency diseases
Genetics & HeredityBasic inheritance principles
Environment & EcologyEcosystems, environmental balance, pollution

 

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How are questions distributed in the General Science Syllabus for Group D?

 

Each RRB Group D General Science subject usually consists of 6 - 7 questions. Although the exact distribution can vary slightly between shifts in the exam, sources indicate that the approximate weightage from each science subject is:

SubjectApproximate Questions (Out of 25)
Physics Topics6 - 7
Chemistry Topics7 - 8
Biology Topics6 - 8

 

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Key Points for RRB Group D Science Syllabus

 

The key points of the article are provided below. Check them out:

  • The RRB Group D science syllabus is based on the 10th standard level of CBSE/NCERT, making it concept-oriented rather than advanced.
  • The General Science section includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • A total of 25 questions are asked from General Science in the Computer-Based Test (CBT).
  • Each question carries 1 mark, and there is a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
  • Questions are mostly conceptual and application-based, often related to everyday life situations.
  • Biology and Chemistry usually have slightly higher weightage compared to Physics in many exam shifts.
  • Important Physics areas include electricity, motion, work-energy, heat, and light.
  • High-scoring Chemistry topics include acids and bases, chemical reactions, the periodic table, and metals & non-metals.
  • Frequently asked Biology topics include human body systems, nutrition, diseases, cell structure, and the environment.
  • The syllabus does not require numerical calculations at an advanced level; basic formulas and definitions are sufficient.
  • Most questions are direct and fact-based, making this section a strong scoring opportunity.
  • Regular practice of previous year questions (PYQs) helps in identifying repeated concepts.
  • Consistent revision and topic-wise mock tests can significantly improve accuracy and speed in this section.

 

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