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Last Updated on Jun 13, 2025

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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has been released the RRB JE Syllabus for Civil Engineering PDF and exam pattern. Candidates can download the RRB JE Civil Engineering Syllabus & exam pattern from the official website of RRB. Understanding of the Syllabus is very essential for the candidates as it provides an idea of the topics involved while preparing for the exam. All the applicants must have an idea of the Exam pattern as well as prepare according to the weightage given to each section or topic in the exam.
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  • The Board will be conducting a two-stage Computer Based Test to select the candidates for the post of JE CE.
  • Keeping the RRB JE Syllabus PDF handy will help you in tracking your preparation and not leave out any topic. 
  • Candidates must understand the syllabus and prepare their strategies accordingly to qualify for the examination. 

Continue reading to know more about the RRB JE Civil Engineering Syllabus and exam pattern.

RRB JE Civil Engineering Exam Pattern 2025

Applicants must have a clear idea of the RRB JE CE Exam pattern before applying for the Civil Engineer position. The Recruitment Board has devised the exam pattern in a stage-wise manner. They must study and prepare for the examination accordingly. The exam pattern for the same is given below:

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RRB JE CE CBT-1 Exam Pattern

  • In CBT-1 there are 100 questions.
  • Each question carries 1 mark
  • A negative marking is 1/3rd marks will be applicable.
  • The duration of the examination will be 90 minutes.

S.no.

Subject

No. of Questions 

Maximum marks

Duration

1.

Mathematics General 

30

30

90 mins.

2.

Intelligence & Reasoning

25 

25 

3.

General Awareness

15 

15

4.

General Science

30 

30 

Total 

100

100

RRB JE CE CBT-2

  • Shortlisted candidates in CBT-1 are eligible for CBT-2.
  • There will be a total of 150 Questions
  • Candidates will be given a time of 120 minutes to complete the test. 160 minutes for the Pwd Category.
  • Every correct answer will be awarded 1 mark.
  • 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answer

S.No.

Subjects

No. Of Questions

Maximum marks

Duration

1.

General Awareness

15

15

120 mins.

2.

Physics & Chemistry

15

15

3.

Basics Of Computers and Applications 

10

10

4. 

Basics of Environmental and Pollution 

10

10

5. 

Technical Abilities

100

100

Total

150

150 

 

RRB JE CE Syllabus 2025

The RRB JE CE Syllabus includes Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Statistics), General Intelligence and Reasoning (logical reasoning, pattern recognition, analytical thinking), General Awareness (current events, Indian geography, culture, history, economics, science), General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), and Technical Abilities in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering, Building Materials, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering). This ensures a thorough evaluation of candidates' knowledge and skills for the Junior Engineer Civil position.

RRB JE Civil Engineering CBT-1Syllabus

S.No.

Subjects

Syllabus

Mathematics

Number Systems

BODMAS

Decimals

Fractions

LCM and HCF

Ratio and Proportion

Percentages

Mensuration

Time and Work

Time and Distance

Simple and Compound Interest

Profit and Loss

Algebra

Geometry

Trigonometry

Elementary Statistics

Square Root

Age Calculations

Calendar & Clock

Pipes & Cistern

2.

General Intelligence And Reasoning

Analogies

Alphabetical and Number Series

Coding and Decoding

Mathematical operations

Relationships

Syllogism

Jum -bling

Venn Diagram

Data Interpretation and Sufficiency

Conclusions and Decision Making

Similarities and Differences

Analytical reasoning

Classification

Directions

Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc

3. 

General Awareness

Knowledge of Current affairs

Indian geography, culture and history of India including freedom struggle

Indian Polity and constitution

Indian Economy

Environmental issues concerning India and the World

Sports

General scientific and technological developments

4. 

General Science

Physics

Chemistry 

Life Sciences

(up to 10th Standard CBSE syllabus)

 

RRB JE Civil Engineering CBT-2 Syllabus

The RRB JE CE CBT-2 syllabus covers a wide array of topics crucial for exam preparation. It includes General Awareness covering current affairs, Indian geography, history, polity, economy, environmental issues, sports, and scientific developments. Physics and Chemistry follow the 10th standard CBSE syllabus. Basics of Computer Applications include computer architecture, networking, operating systems, MS Office, data representation, internet usage, and computer security. Basics of Environment and Pollution Control discuss environmental concepts, pollution types, waste management, and climate change. Technical Abilities cover fundamental Engineering Mechanics, Building Construction, Building materials, Construction of substructure & superstructure, Building finishes, maintenance, and drawing, Surveying, Concrete Technology, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Geo Technical Engineering, Hydraulics, Irrigation Engineering, Mechanics of Structures, Theory of Structures, Design of Concrete & Steel Structures, Transportation and Highway Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Advanced Construction Techniques and Equipment, Estimating and Costing, Contracts and Accounts.

S.No.

Subjects

Syllabus

  1.  

General Awareness

Knowledge of Current affairs

Indian geography

Culture and history of India including freedom struggle

Indian Polity and constitution

Indian Economy

Environmental issues concerning India and the World

Sports

General scientific and technological developments etc.

2.

Physics and Chemistry

Upto 10th Standard (CBSE Syllabus)

3.

Basics Of Computer Applications

Architecture of Computers: input and Output devices, Storage devices

Networking

Operating Systems like Windows, Unix, Linux

MS Office

Various data representation

Internet and Email

Websites & Web Browser

Computer Virus

4. 

Basics of Environment and Pollution Control

Basics of Environment; Adverse effect of environmental pollution and control strategies

Air, Noise and water pollution, their effect and control

Waste Management

Global warming; Acid rain

Ozone depletion

5.

Technical Abilities

Questions on the Technical abilities will be framed in the syllabus defined for various Exam Groups given at Annexure-VII-A, B, C, D, E, F & G of the official notification

 

RRB JE Civil Engineering CBT-2 Technical Abilities Syllabus

The RRB JE (Railway Recruitment Board Junior Engineer) CBT 2 (Computer Based Test) for Civil Engineering covers a range of topics designed to test the technical and general knowledge of the candidates. Here’s an overview of the typical syllabus for the Civil Engineering discipline:

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Latest RRB JE CE Updates

Last updated on Jun 13, 2025

-> RRB JE Civil Engineering Exam Dates have been announced on the official website. The CBT 2 Examination is scheduled for 22nd April 2025. 

-> The CBT 1 examination was held on 16th, 17th, and 18th December 2024. 

-> A total of 7911 vacancies have been announced for the role of Junior Engineer.

-> So this is a great job opportunity for candidates with a Diploma/Engineering background to work for an organization like Indian Railways.

-> The RRB JE exam consists of a two-stage selection process. The first stage will be the Computer Based Test 1 and those who will clear this test will appear for Computer Based Test 2.

-> The candidates can have a look at the RRB JE selection process to be familiar with the exam pattern.

RRB JE Civil Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025 FAQs

Candidates can download the RRB JE CE Syllabus and Exam pattern from the official website of RRB.

No, there are not any major changes in the latest RRB JE CE Exam pattern 2025.

Yes, It is always advised to study all the topics to get the post of RRB JE CE.

There will be a total of 30 questions of 30 marks in the Mathematics section of RRB JE CE Exam 2025.

Candidates will be given 90 and 120 minutes for CBT-1 & CBT-2 respectively in the JE Civil Engineering Examination. However, PWD candidates are given 30 mins. & 40 mins. For CBT-1 & CBT-2 respectively.

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