RRB JE has a 2-stage CBT selection followed by Document Verification. There is no interview or skill test. CBT 2 marks determine the final merit. The technical paper in CBT 2 is the primary differentiator.
CBT 1 Pattern (Screening)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 Minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| Total CBT 1 | 100 | 100 |
CBT 1 Key Rules
- Negative marking: −1/3 mark per wrong answer
- CBT 1 is qualifying/screening only – marks NOT counted in final merit
- Shortlist for CBT 2: 15 times the total vacancies (category-wise)
CBT 2 Pattern (Merit)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | 120 Minutes |
| Physics & Chemistry | 15 | 15 | |
| Technical (Branch-Specific) | 120 | 120 | |
| Total CBT 2 | 150 | 150 |
CBT 2 Key Rules
- Negative marking: −1/3 mark per wrong answer
- CBT 2 marks determine the final merit list for DV shortlisting
- Technical section carries 80% (120 marks) of CBT 2 weight – the primary merit differentiator
- Shortlist for DV: Twice the total post vacancies based on CBT 2 merit