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RRB JE 2025 Exam Pattern: Check CBT 1 and CBT 2 Marking Scheme

Paulami Chandra

Oct 31, 2025

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2025 is divided into two stages, namely, CBT 1 and CBT 2. CBT 1 acts as the Primary stage and is a qualifying exam for the subsequent stages of RRB JE 2025. Those qualifying CBT 1 will be eligible for CBT 2 exam. Both stages contain negative marking. ⅓ marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Candidates qualifying CBT 2 will be shortlisted for document verification and medical examination. The medical standard for RRB JE mainly considers certain vision standards.

RRB JE CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2025

RRB JE CBT 1 is of an objective type and is evaluated out of 100 marks. Each wrong answer has a ⅓ portion of negative marking. Candidates can check the table below for RRB JE CBT 1 exam pattern:

Subjects No. of Questions Marks per Section Duration
Mathematics 30 30 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwBD with scribe)
General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25
General Awareness 15 15
General Science 30 30
Total 100 100 90 minutes

RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2025

RRB JE CBT 2 has 150 Multiple Type Questions (MCQs), with each question carrying 1 mark. While CBT 1 acts as a screening test, CBT 2 determines the final rank list. Candidates must note that every wrong answer will result in the deduction of ⅓ marks. Check the table below for RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Pattern:

Subjects No. of Questions Marks per Section Duration
General Awareness 15 15 120 minutes (160 minutes for PwBD with scribe)
Physics & Chemistry 15 15
Basics of Computers & Applications 10 10
Basics of Environment and Pollution Control 10 10
Technical Abilities 100 100
Total 150 150 120 minutes

Candidates should note that the technical abilities section is different for different disciplines. The marking scheme and pattern, however, remain the same.

RRB JE Technical Abilities

Candidates applying for RRB JE exam must possess a three-year Diploma or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in specific disciplines. These technical abilities are given below:

Three-year Diploma in Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized University / Institute. Exam Group
Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Machining Engineering, Tools and Machining Engineering, Tools and Die Making Engineering, Combination of any sub-stream of the basic streams of the above disciplines. Mechanical and Allied Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Combination of any sub-stream of the basic streams of Electrical Engineering. Electrical and Allied Engineering
Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Combination of any sub-stream of the basic streams of the above disciplines. Electronics and Allied Engineering
Civil Engineering, Combination of any sub-stream of the basic streams of Civil Engineering, B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (3 years duration). Civil and Allied Engineering

RRB JE Document Verification and Medical Standards

Candidates will be recommended for a document verification (DV) and medical examination after qualifying the CBT 2 stage. The medical standards are mainly based on vision standards. This examination includes conducting tests to check the standards of the respective posts the candidate has qualified for.

Candidates will get a total of 90 minutes for CBT 1 and 2 hours for CBT 2 exam. Time management therefore, must be practised. Those who qualify CBT 1 will be shortlisted for CBT 2 and subsequent stages of RRB JE 2025.

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2025 FAQs

Ques: Which sections have more weightage in CBT 1?

Ans: CBT 1 exam has a total of five sections, in which Mathematics and General Science sections have more weightage. They both contribute 30 marks each.

Ques: Does RRB JE have descriptive questions?

Ans: RRB JE does not have descriptive questions. The questions for both rounds are objective computer-based tests and is conducted online.

Ques: What is the minimum percentage of marks required for eligibility in RRB JE exam?

Ans: The minimum qualifying percentage of marks required for eligibility in RRB JE exam varies by category. For UR-40%, EWS-40%, OBC(NCL)-30%, SC-30%, ST-25%. This is also applicable to Ex-servicemen candidates, as per their community. This percentage of marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2 marks for PwBD candidates, in case of a shortage of PwBD candidates against vacancies reserved for them.

Ques: Does RRB JE have an interview stage?

Ans: No, RRB JE does not have an interview stage. The exam happens in the form of 2 computer-based tests, followed by a document verification and medical examination.

Ques: Are the CBT 1 marks counted in the final merit list?

Ans: CBT 1 marks are not counted in the final merit list. They act as the screening test for candidates to the CBT 2 stage. Those who qualify CBT 1 stage are eligible for CBT 2.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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