Formation width for a double line broad gauge in embankment is:

This question was previously asked in
OSSC JE Civil Mains Official Paper: (Held On: 16th July 2023)
View all OSSC JE Papers >
  1. 7.32 m
  2. 8.53 m
  3. 10.82 m
  4. 10.06 m

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : 10.82 m
Free
OSSC JE Civil Geo-technical Engineering Mock Test
0.7 K Users
20 Questions 40 Marks 36 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

Concept:

The standard formation width of double line broad gauge in embankment in Indian railway is 10.82 mm

The minimum width of formation for different types of gauges is shown in below table:

Gauge Minimum width of embankment (Single Line) Minimum width of embankment (Double Line) Minimum width of cutting (Single Line) Minimum width of cutting (Double Line)
Broad Gauge 610 cm 1082 cm 549 cm 1021 cm
Meter Gauge 488 cm 884 cm 427 cm 827 cm
Narrow Gauge 370 cm 732 cm 335 cm 701 cm
Latest OSSC JE Updates

Last updated on Jun 4, 2025

-> OSSC JE Preliminary Fiinal Answer Key 2025 has been released. Applicants can raise objections in OSSC JE answer key till 06 June 2025.

-> OSSC JE prelim Exam 2025 was held on 18th May 2025.(Advt. No. 1233/OSSC ).

-> The OSSC JE 2024 Notification was released for 759 vacancies through OSSC CTSRE 2024.

-> The selection is based on the written test. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to get a job in the Engineering sector in the state of Odisha.

-> Candidates must refer to the OSSC JE Previous Year Papers to understand the type of questions in the examination. 

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: teen patti master list teen patti cash teen patti customer care number teen patti pro teen patti flush