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RRB Group D Preparation Guide
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RRB Group D Preparation Guide 2026
Overview
Recruitment for Level 1 posts in various departments of Indian Railways. It is aimed at 10th Pass candidates for Level 1 Railway posts, with a easy difficulty level.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT | 100 | 90 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
Total: 100 questions in 90 minutes.
Detailed Syllabus
- General Science
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
Marking Scheme
- Correct answer: +1 marks
- Wrong answer: -0.33 marks
- Unanswered: 0 marks
Preparation Strategy
- Map Every Section to Time: RRB Group D splits 100 questions across 1 section in 90 minutes — decide a per-section time budget before test day so no single section eats your buffer.
- Prioritize the Syllabus by Weight: Focus first on General Science and Mathematics, then move to General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness & Current Affairs — these are the subjects tested in the actual paper structure.
- Respect the Negative Marking: A wrong answer costs 0.33 mark(s), so only attempt a question when you can eliminate at least two options — guessing blind against this penalty is a net loss over a full paper.
- Simulate the Real Timer: Take full-length 90-minute mock tests on YourMockTest under exam conditions before attempting the real RRB Group D — pacing under pressure is a separate skill from knowing the syllabus.
- Review Every Mistake: After each mock, spend more time reviewing wrong answers than attempting new questions — a repeated mistake in practice is a guaranteed mistake in the real exam.
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