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RRB Technician Grade I Preparation Guide
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RRB Technician Grade I Preparation Guide 2026
Overview
Recruitment examination for RRB Technician Grade I (Signal) in various railway zones across India. It is aimed at Science / Engineering degree or diploma holders applying for Technician Grade I Signal roles, with a medium difficulty level.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 9 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 15 | 14 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
| Basics of Computers and Applications | 20 | 18 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
| Mathematics | 20 | 18 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
| Basic Science and Engineering | 35 | 31 min | −0.33 per wrong answer |
Total: 100 questions in 90 minutes.
Detailed Syllabus
- General Awareness
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Basics of Computers and Applications
- Mathematics
- Basic Science and Engineering
Marking Scheme
- Correct answer: +1 marks
- Wrong answer: -0.33 marks
- Unanswered: 0 marks
Preparation Strategy
- Map Every Section to Time: RRB Technician Grade I splits 100 questions across 5 sections 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 Awareness and General Intelligence and Reasoning, then move to Basics of Computers and Applications, Mathematics, Basic Science and Engineering — 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 Technician Grade I — 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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