RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Get the complete subject-wise syllabus, exam pattern, questions distribution, total marks, and marking scheme for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 conducted by railway. Download the official syllabus PDF below.
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern 2026
Subject-wise questions, maximum marks, and duration distribution
| Subject / Paper | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 90 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | 90 Minutes |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 90 Minutes |
| 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) Total | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | 4 hr 30 min (270 mins) |
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 Topic-Wise Syllabus 2026
Detailed breakdown of topics and concepts asked in each subject
Mathematics
Official CurriculumNumber System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions, Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics etc.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
Official CurriculumAnalogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement-Conclusion, Statement- Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs etc.
General Awareness
Official CurriculumCurrent Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India, General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World, Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, General Scientific and Technological Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN and Other important World Organizations, Environmental Issues Concerning India and World at Large, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries regarding RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 syllabus, pattern, and preparation
What is the exam pattern for RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 2026?
The exam comprises 100 questions for 100 marks across key subjects with a time limit of 4 hr 30 min (270 mins). Check the table above for exact subject-wise distribution.
Is there negative marking in this exam?
Yes, standard recruitment guidelines apply negative marks (generally 1/3rd or 1/4th marks deducted per wrong answer). Candidates should only attempt questions they are confident about.
How can I download the official RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) Recruitment 2026 syllabus PDF?
You can click the "Download Official PDF" button in the header of this page to view and save the official commission notification containing the complete syllabus.