📘 Overview

RRB JE (Mechanical) selection involves two computer-based tests, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

📅 Exam Pattern at a Glance

CBT–1 (Screening)

• Questions: 100 | Time: 90 Minutes
• Mathematics – 30 | Reasoning – 25 | General Awareness – 15 | General Science – 30
• Qualifying Marks: UR 40%, OBC 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%

CBT–2 (Core)

• Questions: 150 | Time: 120 Minutes
• General Awareness – 15 | Physics & Chemistry – 15 | Computer – 10 | Environment – 10 | Technical (Mechanical) – 100

Selection Process: CBT–1 ➜ CBT–2 ➜ Document Verification ➜ Medical ✅

🧩 CBT–1 Syllabus

Mathematics

Number System, Ratio, Percentage, SI–CI, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, Probability.

Reasoning

Analogies, Series, Coding–Decoding, Syllogism, Puzzle, Direction, Data Interpretation, Venn Diagram, Statement & Conclusion.

General Awareness

Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Sports, Awards, Important Days, Indian Railways Facts.

General Science

Physics, Chemistry & Biology (10th–12th Level)

⚙️ CBT–2 Syllabus (Mechanical Engineering)

A) General Awareness (15 Marks): Economy, Science & Tech, Railways, Current Affairs.

B) Physics & Chemistry (15 Marks): Motion, Work–Energy, Thermodynamics, Electricity, Magnetism, Heat, Acids–Bases, Solutions.

C) Computer Applications (10 Marks): MS Office, Internet, Email, OS, Networking, Hardware Basics.

D) Environment & Pollution (10 Marks): Air/Water/Noise Pollution, Waste Mgmt, Global Warming, Green Energy.

💡 E) Technical Subjects (100 Marks)

• Engineering Mechanics: Laws of Motion, Friction, Centroid, MoI.
• Strength of Materials: Stress-Strain, SFD/BMD, Torsion, Columns.
• Theory of Machines: Cams, Gears, Governors, Vibration, Balancing.
• Machine Design: Shafts, Keys, Bearings, Springs, Joints.
• Thermodynamics: Laws, Boilers, IC Engines, Gas Power Cycles.
• Fluid Mechanics: Bernoulli’s Theorem, Pumps, Turbines.
• Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, Radiation, Heat Exchangers.
• Production: Machining, Casting, Welding, Metrology, CNC.
• RAC: Vapour Compression & Absorption System, Components.
• Power Plant: Steam, Gas, Hydro, Nuclear Power Plants.
• Industrial Engg: Work Study, Inventory Control, OR, TQM.

🧠 High-Yield Tips

• Focus on Technical (100 Marks) – Target 70+.
• CBT–1 Science & Maths form 60% weightage.
• Revise formula sheets daily.
• Attempt full mocks before exam week.

📚 Booklist

• Mechanical Notes – Made Easy / ACE / IES Master
• Thermal / SOM / FM – PK Nag / Bansal / Rajput
• Production – Amitabha Ghosh / Kalpakjian
• GA – Lucent GK, NCERT Science
• Computer & Environment – Short Compendiums

📅 Smart 30-Day Study Plan

Week 1: SOM + TOM + Maths

Week 2: Thermal + Fluid + GA

Week 3: Production + HT + Computer

Week 4: Mocks + Formula Revision

✅ Exam Day Checklist

• Admit Card & ID Proof
• 2 Passport Photos
• Reach 60 mins early
• Follow all instructions on Admit Card