RRB JE Syllabus 2018-19 & Exam Pattern : The pattern of the computer-based test for RRB JE Recruitment includes questions both from generic subjects and technical subjects. Candidates can get an idea about the syllabus for the test from the past question papers of the computer-based test conducted by Railway Recruitment Board for the recruitment of Junior Engineers. Once they complete the preparation, candidates can take up mock tests to improve their accuracy in the test. As far as the date of the computer-based test is concerned, it is expected that the test will be conducted in the month of March 2019.
RRB JE 2018-19 Exam Pattern
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Brief Structure
The computer-based test for recruiting Junior Engineers by the Railway Recruitment Board is conducted as an objective-type test. There will be a total of 150 questions in the test. Out of these many questions around 90 questions will test the technical skills of the applicants, while the remaining 60 will test the general knowledge of candidates. The test will be conducted for two hours and the total marks for the test will be 150.
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Detailed View
Here is a table to show the detailed view of the computer-based test conducted for RRB JE Recruitment 2018-19
| S. No. | Exam Type | Name of Subjects | Maximum Marks | Total Questions | Duration of the Test |
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| 1 | Objective Type | Arithmetic | 60 | 60 | 2 Hours |
| 2 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | ||||
| 3 | General Awareness | ||||
| 4 | Technical Subjects | 90 | 90 | ||
| Total | 150 | 150 | |||
Candidates are recommended to remember that each question carries one mark and there will be a negative marking of 1/3 for every wrong answer.
RRB JE 2018-19 Syllabus
The syllabus for the above-mentioned sections in the pattern for RRB JE Computer-based test is listed below:
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Statement Conclusion
- Non-Verbal Series
- Arithmetic Number Series
- Coding & Decoding
- Analogy
- Space Visualization/Orientation
- Differences & Similarities
- Arithmetic Reasoning
- Figural Classification
- Blood Relations
- Visual Memory
- Direction Sense Test
- Decision Making
- Calendar
- Seating Arrangement
- Clock
- Word Building
- Syllogism
- Input-Output
- Number Series
General Awareness
- Indian Sports, Economy Current Affairs, Polity, Geography, History, Etc.
- Rail Budget
- New Technologies & Reform in Indian Railway
- General Awareness on Railway
Arithmetic
- Data Interpretation
- Mensuration
- Age Problems
- Pipes & Cisterns
- Time and Distance/Work
- Profit & Loss
- Percentage
- Interests
- Ratio & Proportion
- Algebra
Technical Subjects
Electronics Engineering
- Basics of Signal & Systems
- Communication
- Digital & Analog Circuits
- EMFT
- Diodes
- Junctions
- Control System
- Tunnel
- Generation and Recombination of Carriers
- Signal & Systems
- Energy Bands
- Carrier Transport in Silicon
- Wireless Communication
- Electronic Devices
Electrical Engineering
- Circuits & Measurement Systems, etc.,
- Power & Control Systems
- Signals & Systems
- Digital & Analog Electronics
- Basics of Circuit & Power Electronics
- Electrical and Electronic Measurements
- Machines
Computers Engineering
- System programming
- Algorithms
- Database
- Network Communication
- Web Technology & Programming
- Computer Networks
- Operating Systems
- DBMS
- Software Engineering
- Information Systems
- MS Office
- Languages
- Computer Fundamentals
Instrumentation & Measurement Engineering
- Process Instrumentation
- Industrial Instrumentation
- Circuits
- Digital/Analog Electronics
- Transducers
- Mechanical Measurement
- Basics of Measurement Systems
Civil Engineering
- Measurements of distance and directions
- Curves
- Coordinate System
- Surveying
- Environmental Engineering
- Errors and Adjustments
- Projections
- Traffic Engineering
- Highway Planning
- Hydrology
- Hydraulics
- Water Requirements
- Construction
- Steel Structures
- Concrete Structures
- Mechanics
- Building Materials
- Structural Analysis
- Soil Mechanics
- Valuation
- Construction/Structure Engineering and Drawing
- General Civil Engineering
- Costing
- Estimating
Information Technology
- Environment & Pollution Control
- Operating Systems
- Data & Network Communication
- Web Technology and Programming
- UNIX
- SAD
- System Programming
- Software Engineering
- DBMS
- C, C++, Java & Langauge
- Computer Fundamentals & Organization
- Information Systems
- MS Office
Chemical Engineering
- Environment & Pollution Control
- Computers
- Polymers
- Instrumentation & Measurement
- Material Science
- Applied Chemistry
- Thermodynamics
- Basic Concepts of Fuel
Mechanical Engineering
- Metrology and Inspection
- Thermodynamics cycles
- Steam Tables
- Casting
- I.C. Engines Cycles
- Power Engineering
- Thermodynamics
- Machining & Machine Tool Operations
- Engineering Mechanics
- Kinematics of Machine
- Theory of Machines
- Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics
- The Strength of Materials
Candidates applying for RRB JE can get to know the detailed syllabus from the official website of Railway Recruitment Bank.
RRB JE 2018-19 Exam Date
It is expected that the computer-based test will be conducted from May 22nd – June 2nd 2019.
Selection Process
After the computer-based test, candidates will be shortlisted for personal interview. Finally, candidates will be placed after document verification. In addition, only candidates getting through the medical test from an approved medical officer will alone be placed in the Railway Recruitment Board Junior Engineer and other positions associated with this recruitment.
Important Dates After Submission Of Application
| S. No. | Description | Important Dates |
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| 1 | Release of Admit Cards | Tentatively in the month of March 2019 |
| 2 | Computer-Based Test Date | March or April 2019 (Tentative) |
| 3 | Date of Release of Result for computer-based test | To be known after the test |
| 4 | Document Verification | To be notified after result announcement |
| 5 | Medical Examination | Date to be known after the announcement of the result |
About RRB JE Exam
The RRB JE Examination will be conducted as a two-stage computer-based test. The general and technical knowledge of the candidates will be tested. When applying, candidates are recommended to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements by all means including age, education and medical fitness. They can get complete details in this respect from the official website of Railway Recruitment Board.
RRB JE 2018-19 FAQs
Q. I Have Completed My Diploma In Mechanical Engineering. Can I Apply For RRB JE Recruitment?
A. You can know your eligibility from the appropriate official website of the Railway Recruitment Board based on the region from which you apply. For instance, if you apply from Chennai, you will have to apply through the Chennai website of RRB.
Q. Will There Be A Change In The Pattern Of The Test This Year?
A. Most probably there will not be any change. It will be the same as it was conducted in the previous year for the Junior Engineer position. You will get complete details about the pattern of the test along with the Centralised Employment Notice that will be released by RRB on the 29th of December 2018. Remember that the application process begins on the 2nd of January 2019 and ends on the 31st of January 2019. You will get the complete details from CEN on the appropriate website of RRB.
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