Railway exam में selection का formula simple है - सही syllabus + smart preparation = Government Job। यहाँ हैं तीनों exams का complete subject-wise syllabus।
TL;DR
- 📖 Group D CBT: 100 Qs, 90 min (Math + Reasoning + Science + GK)
- 📖 NTPC CBT 1: 100 Qs, 90 min (Math + Reasoning + GK)
- 📖 ALP CBT 1: 75 Qs, 60 min (Math + Reasoning + Science + GK)
- ⚠️ Negative Marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer (सभी में)
- 🌐 Languages: 15 regional languages + English + Hindi
- 🔗 Full Guide: Railway Recruitment 2026
Quick Comparison: Exam Patterns
| Feature | Group D CBT | NTPC CBT 1 | ALP CBT 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 | 100 | 75 |
| Total Marks | 100 | 100 | 75 |
| Duration | 90 minutes | 90 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 | 1/3 | 1/3 |
| Nature | Qualifying + PET | Qualifying | Qualifying |
1. RRB Group D Syllabus 2026
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Mathematics - Topics
| Topic | Important Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Number System | HCF, LCM, Fractions, Decimals |
| BODMAS | Order of operations |
| Percentage | Applications, profit-loss |
| Ratio & Proportion | Direct, inverse proportion |
| Mensuration | Area, volume (2D & 3D shapes) |
| Time & Work | Pipes & cisterns |
| Time, Speed & Distance | Trains, boats |
| Simple & Compound Interest | Formulas, applications |
| Algebra | Basic equations |
| Geometry | Triangles, circles, angles |
| Trigonometry | sin, cos, tan basics |
| Statistics | Mean, median, mode |
Preparation tip: NCERT Math Class 8, 9, 10 पढ़ें। Kiran’s Railway Math book best है।
General Intelligence & Reasoning - Topics
- Analogies (Word + Number + Alphabet)
- Alphabetical & Number Series
- Coding & Decoding
- Mathematical Operations
- Relationships (Blood Relations)
- Syllogism
- Jumbling
- Venn Diagrams
- Data Interpretation & Sufficiency
- Conclusions & Decision Making
- Similarities & Differences
- Analytical Reasoning
- Classification
- Directions & Distances
- Statement & Arguments
Preparation tip: RS Aggarwal “Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning” - daily 30 questions practice।
General Science - Topics
Physics (Class 10 level):
- Units & Measurements
- Motion, Force, Laws of Motion
- Work, Power, Energy
- Sound & Waves
- Light - Reflection & Refraction
- Electricity & Magnetism
- Nuclear Physics basics
Chemistry (Class 10 level):
- Atoms & Molecules
- Chemical Reactions
- Acids, Bases, Salts
- Metals & Non-metals
- Periodic Table basics
- Carbon Compounds
Life Sciences/Biology (Class 10 level):
- Cell structure
- Tissues
- Life Processes
- Reproduction
- Heredity & Evolution
- Ecology basics
Preparation tip: NCERT Science Class 9 और Class 10 - complete पढ़ें।
General Awareness & Current Affairs - Topics
- Current Events: National & International (last 4-6 months)
- Indian Railway History & Facts
- Geography: Rivers, mountains, states & capitals
- Indian History: Freedom struggle, major events
- Polity: Constitution basics, President/PM, Parliament
- Economy: Budget highlights, GDP, major schemes
- Science & Technology: Recent developments
- Sports: Major tournaments, Indian achievements
- Art & Culture: UNESCO sites, folk arts
2. RRB NTPC Syllabus 2026
CBT 1 Exam Pattern (Qualifying)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
CBT 2 Exam Pattern (Merit Based)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
⭐ NTPC में General Science अलग subject नहीं है - Science-related questions General Awareness में आते हैं।
Mathematics Syllabus (NTPC - Advanced Topics)
Group D topics के अलावा:
- Number System (Surds & Indices)
- Sequence & Series
- Permutation & Combination (basic)
- Probability
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar graphs, Pie charts, Line graphs)
- Elementary Statistics
Reasoning Syllabus (NTPC - Higher Level)
Group D topics के अलावा:
- Assertion & Reason
- Statement & Conclusion
- Matrix
- Word Building
- Figure Completion
- Missing Number
General Awareness (NTPC - Expanded)
- Static GK: History, Geography, Polity, Economy in depth
- Current Affairs: Monthly basis - March, April 2026 important
- Science & Technology: Railway technology, recent discoveries
- Sports & Awards: Major 2025-26 events
3. RRB ALP Syllabus 2026
CBT 1 Pattern (Qualifying)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 75 | 75 |
Duration: 60 minutes
CBT 2 - Part A (Merit Based)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Basic Science & Engineering (ALP Specific)
यह ALP का unique subject है:
Engineering Drawing: Orthographic projection, isometric view, drawing symbols
Units & Measurements: SI units, conversion, significant figures
Mass, Weight & Density: Differences, calculations
Work, Power & Energy: Equations, practical applications
Speed & Velocity: Acceleration, Newton’s Laws
Heat & Temperature: Conduction, convection, radiation
Basic Electricity: Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, Series/Parallel circuits
Magnetic Effects of Current: Electromagnetic induction, transformers
AC & DC: Difference, applications
Occupational Safety: Railway safety protocols, hazards
CBT 2 - Part B (Trade Specific - Qualifying)
75 questions based on your ITI trade syllabus - No negative marking in Part B.
Language Options for Exam
RRB exams 15 languages में available हैं: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
Application के समय language preference select करें।
Scoring Strategy - Negative Marking Handle करें
Railway exams में 1/3 negative marking होती है। Smart approach:
Attempt Strategy:
- जो sure हैं - answer करें (100% confident)
- जो 50-50 हैं - educated guess लगाएँ (2 options eliminate करके)
- जो बिल्कुल नहीं पता - skip करें
Target Scores (Approximate Cut-offs):
- Group D (General): 42-50 out of 100
- NTPC CBT 1 (General): 55-65 out of 100
- ALP CBT 1 (General): 40-50 out of 75
💡 75-80 questions attempt करना ideal है - सभी 100 answer करने की कोशिश मत करें।
Best Books for Railway Exam 2026
| Subject | Book | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | Kiran’s Railway Math | Kiran Publication |
| Reasoning | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
| General Science | Lucent’s General Science | Lucent |
| Current Affairs | Monthly Pratiyogita Darpan | Pratiyogita Darpan |
| Complete Guide | RRB Group D Complete Guide | Arihant |
| NTPC All-in-one | RRB NTPC Guide | Arihant / Kiran |
Conclusion
Railway exam 2026 के लिए NCERT books + Kiran/Arihant guides + daily mock tests - यही formula है। Syllabus vast नहीं है, बस consistent practice ज़रूरी है।
Full recruitment details: Railway Recruitment 2026 - Complete Guide