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RRB JE Syllabus 2024 for CBT 1 & 2 - Section Wise JE Syllabus

RRB JE Syllabus 2024 for CBT 1 & 2 - Section Wise JE Syllabus

Edited By Soujanya K | Updated on Feb 01, 2024 05:12 PM IST | #RRB JE Recruitment

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) will release the RRB JE Syllabus 2024 along with the official notification. The RRB JE 2024 syllabus can be downloaded at the official website of the RRB. Candidates must read the syllabus and ensure that they are thoroughly aware of the topics that will be covered in the RRB JE 2024 exam.

RRB JE Syllabus 2024 for CBT 1 & 2 - Section Wise JE Syllabus
RRB JE Syllabus 2024 for CBT 1 & 2 - Section Wise JE Syllabus

According to the RRB JE exam notification 2024, candidates will be assessed on topics from

General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control and Technical Abilities. Candidates must have a good idea of the RRB JE syllabus 2024 and study all the topics mentioned in the same in order to clear the RRB JE exam.

RRB JE Syllabus 2024 - For CBT

The syllabus of RRB JE 2024 CBT has topics from subjects including general awareness, physics & chemistry, basics of computers & applications, environment & pollution control and technical abilities for stage two of the exam. As per the RRB JE notification, the question paper will comprise of objective-type questions. Aspirants can check the detailed RRB JE syllabus 2024 for CBT below.

RRB JE CBT Syllabus 2024

Subjects

Topics

General Awareness

  • Indian geography

  • Culture & history of India including freedom struggle

  • Environmental issues - India & the World

  • Indian Polity & constitution

  • Scientific & technological developments

  • Knowledge of Current affairs

  • Indian Economy

  • Sports, etc.

Physics & Chemistry

  • As per CBSE class 10th syllabus

Basics of computer & applications

  • Architecture of Computers

  • Storage devices

  • Operating System like Windows, Unix,

  • Linux; MS Office

  • Networking

  • Various data representation

  • Websites & Web Browsers

  • Computer Virus

  • Internet & Email

  • Input & Output devices

Basics of Environment & Pollution control

  • Basics of Environment; Adverse effect of environmental pollution & control strategies

  • Waste Management

  • Air, water & noise pollution and their effects & control

  • Ozone depletion

  • Global warming

  • Acid rain

RRB JE Technical Ability Syllabus 2024

Subject

Topics

Civil & Allied Engineering Exam Group

Engineering Mechanics

  • Building Construction

  • Building materials

  • Construction of substructure

  • Construction of superstructure

  • Building finishes

  • Building maintenance

  • Building drawing

  • Concrete Technology

  • Surveying

  • Computer Aided Design

  • Geo Technical Engineering

  • Hydraulics

  • Irrigation Engineering

  • Mechanics of Structures-

  • Theory of structures

  • Design of Concrete Structures

  • Design of Steel Structure

  • Transportation Engineering

  • Highway Engineering

  • Environmental Engineering

  • Advanced Construction Techniques & Equipment

  • Estimating and Costing

  • Contracts and Accounts

Electrical & Allied Engineering Exam Group

  • Basic concepts

  • Circuit law

  • Magnetic Circuit

  • AC Fundamentals

  • Measurement & measuring instruments

  • Electrical Machines

  • Synchronous Machines

  • Generation, Transmission & Distribution

  • Estimation & costing

  • Utilization of Electrical Energy

  • Basic Electronics

Electronics & Allied Engineering

  • Electronic Components & Materials

  • Conductors Semiconductors & Insulators

  • Magnetic materials

  • Electronic Devices & circuits

  • Digital Electronics

  • Linear Integrated Circuit

  • Microprocessor & Microcontroller

  • Electronic Measurements

  • Communication Engineering

  • Data communication & Network

  • Computer Programming

  • Basic Electrical Engg.

Mechanical & Allied Engineering Exam Group

  • Engineering Mechanics

  • Material Science

  • Strength of Materials

  • Machining

  • Welding

  • Grinding & Finishing Process

  • Metrology

  • Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machinery

  • Industrial Management

  • Thermal Engineering

Computer Science and Information Technology

  • PC Software

  • Computer fundamentals

  • C Language

  • Computer Organisation

  • Information Systems

  • Data Structure using C++

  • DBMS fundamentals

  • System Programming

  • Operating System using LINUX

  • Web Technologies and Programming

  • System Analysis & Design

  • Data & Network Communication

  • Java Programming

  • Software Engineering

Printing Technology

  • Printing Systems

  • Printing Materials

  • Flexo, Gravure & Screen Printing

  • Printing Finishing Processing Image Processing

  • Design & Advertising in Print Media

  • Sheet fed offset Machines

  • Publishing Software

  • Paper & Ink

  • Colour Separation & Management

  • Plate Making Methods

  • Digital Imaging

  • Web offset Printing

  • Printer’s Accounting & Estimating Purpose

  • Advanced Printing Technologies

  • Package Technology Concept of packaging

CMA

  • Measurements

  • Light

  • Heat

  • Sound

  • Mechanics

  • Magnetism

  • Electricity & Electromagnetism

  • Modern Physics

  • Electronics & Communications

  • Matter

  • Chemical Reactions

  • Acids & Bases, Salts

Click Here for a PDF for a detailed explanation of the sub-topics appearing in the technical ability part of the RRB JE exam

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2024

The RRB JE exam pattern 2024 is also prescribed by the authorities. As per the official notification the RRB JE exam pattern for CBT 1 and 2 both have negative marking i.e.-ve⅓ each wrong answer. For more details on the RRB JE exam pattern 2024 see the tables below.

RRB JE Exam Pattern 2024 for CBT

Subjects

Number of Questions

Marks

General Awareness

15

15

Physics & Chemistry

15

15

Basics of Computers & Applications

10

10

Basics of Environment & Pollution Control

10

10

Technical Abilities

100

100

Total

150

150

Note: The RRB JE 2024 exam will be held for a duration of 120 minutes.

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RRB JE 2024 Preparation Tips

Candidates can use the tips given below to boost their preparation for the RRB JE 2024 exam.

  • Go through the RRB JE syllabus and exam pattern to understand the structure of the paper and all the topics appearing in it.

  • Prepare a solid study plan based on the above and stick to it.

  • Practice using previous year’s question papers

  • Study from the best RRB JE books.

  • Take notes and revise them regularly.

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. Is the RRB JE exam online or offline?

The RRB JE exam is conducted online for both CBT 1 & 2.

2. Is there -ve marking in RRB JE 2024?

Yes, there is -ve marking in RRB JE exam 2024 i.e. +1 for right answer and -ve ⅓ for wrong answer.

3. Which book should one refer to RRB JE 2024 preparation?

To know about what book to refer for the preparation read the article ‘Best Books For RRB JE 2024’.

4. RRB JE result is declared region or over all?

RRB JE result 2024 will be declared region-wise.

5. What is the syllabus of Railway JE?

The syllabus of RRB JE 2024 consists of the subjects General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of computer & applications and Basics of Environment & Pollution control. Topics related to technical ability will also be featured in the RRB JE exam. 

6. What is the salary of Junior engineer in railway?

The salary of an RRB junior engineer as per the decision of the &th pay commission is Rs. 35400 - 112400/- (Pay level Level - 6). 

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Questions related to RRB JE Recruitment

Have a question related to RRB JE Recruitment ?

Hey Young Mind!!!

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) releases the RRB JE general eligibility criteria for all aspiring aspirants wanting to get recruited as Junior Engineer in different departments of Indian railways. Eligibility criteria of RRB JE is based on age, education qualification, nationality, etc. All the candidates applying for RRB Junior Engineer posts must fulfill the RRB JE Eligibility Criteria, Only candidates who are eligible can fill the online application form, and yes for the Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering aspirants it is one of the best options to succeed in their career goals and achieve their dreams.

Good luck!!!!

Hello Aspirant,

I hope you are doing well.

Here are some points to keep in mind while preparing for RRB JE exam :

  • Make sure that you know the basis concepts of every topic.
  • Prepare notes for each of the topics you cover. Make sure that you jot down the important points, formulas, equations, etc. and memorize them regularly.
  • Practice a variety of questions through the RRB JE books (https://byjusexamprep.com/ae-je-exams/rrb-je-exam-books) and mock tests.
  • Do not ignore the previous year question papers of RRB JE exam  (https://byjusexamprep.com/ae-je-exams/rrb-je-exam-question-papers) as they solve a major chunk of your problems by giving you an idea as to the difficulty level of the exam.
  • Make sure that you revise regularly and are consistent with your practice.

I hope this helps.

Good Luck

Dear student,

First of all your question is not properly stated. Because it is not clear that for which group you are asking.
But as per your profile I can assume I can assume that you are and engineering aspirant and you are asking about other subjects exam other than engineering exams.

So, if you are passed your class 12th then you can also go in the law field, so fir then you have to give Clat exam. And if you ate from PCBM stream then you can also go in the medical Field, i.e, you can give neet exam.

So, there are wide range of opportunities so, choose wisely the field you will be pursuing.

Hello aspirant,

The national transporter, Indian Railways, is the biggest recruiter in the country. Every year Indian Railways announce lakhs of jobs for graduates, 10+2 and matric pass candidates.

The English will be the default language for the exam. Besides, the exam will also be conducted in Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.

  • Post Names : Junior Engineer (JE), Junior Engineer (Information Technology) Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)
  • Number of Vacancies : The vacancy has been revised from 14,033 to 13,487 (announced in 2018)
  • Recruitment stages : First Stage CBT, Second Stage CBT, Document Verification and Medical Examination
  • Exam Duration : First Stage CBT-90 minutes, Second Stage CBT-120 minutes
  • Age Limit: 18 to 33 years

Educational Qualification

JE Post: An applicant must have three years Diploma in Civil Engineering/Mechanical/ Production/ Automobile / Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering/ Control/ Tools & Machining/ Tools & Die Making/ Computer Science/ Computer Engineering or B.Sc in Civil Engineering from a Recognized University/Institute.

DMS: Applicants need to complete a three-year Diploma in Engineering from any govt. recognized university or equivalent.

JE (IT): Candidates must have PGDCA / B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ BCA/ B.Tech. (Information Technology)/ B.Tech. (Computer Science)/ DOEACC ‘B’ level course of three years duration or equivalent.

CMA: Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry with minimum 55% marks.

Hope this helps.

Dear Student,

You are not eligible because the diploma or degree in engineering is required in basic stream or sub streams which are combination of basic streams i.e mechanical/mechatronics/manufacturing/tools & machinery/civil/cse/computer science.Also they have mentioned in which stream diploma should be or degree should be.You can check here the exam with details of stream which are eligible

http://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/uploads/RRB%20CEN%2003-2018.pdf

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