Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the RRB JE exam structure, eligibility requirements, rules, and timelines.
Two computer-based tests: CBT-1 has 100 questions (Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness and General Science) in 90 minutes, and CBT-2 has 150 questions (General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Computer Applications, Environment & Pollution Control, and branch-specific Technical Abilities) in 120 minutes.
No. CBT-1 is purely a qualifying/screening stage used to shortlist candidates for CBT-2. Your final rank is decided entirely by CBT-2 marks.
Yes, in both CBT-1 and CBT-2 — 1/3rd of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
A diploma or engineering degree in the relevant discipline from an accredited institution. Age must be 18-33 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
It's a branch-specific section testing your core engineering subject (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and others) at a depth beyond the general sections — it carries significant weight in the 150-mark CBT-2 and is where subject-specific preparation pays off most.
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