Railway Technical · Syllabus

Railway Technical Syllabus 2026

This exam assesses a candidate's technical proficiency in core engineering subjects alongside their general intelligence and awareness. Topics below follow the official Railway Technical notification pattern — check the linked notification for the authoritative list.

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RRB Apply portalOfficial RRB application portal for ALP/CEN discovery RPF official portalOfficial RPF recruitment source

General Intelligence and Reasoning

Verbal and Non-Verbal Analogy

Classification and Series

Coding-Decoding

Syllogism and Logical Deduction

Direction and Distance Sense

Blood Relations

General Awareness

Indian History and Culture

Indian Polity and Governance

Geography of India and the World

Indian Economy and Financial Awareness

Current Affairs and General Science

Sports and Awards

General Science

Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Electromagnetism

Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry

Biology: Cell Structure, Genetics, and Ecology

Technical Knowledge

Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics

Strength of Materials: Stress, Strain, and Bending

Fluid Mechanics: Fluid Properties and Flow

Thermodynamics: Laws and Cycles

Electrical Engineering: Basics of Circuits and Machines

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Syllabus questions

Railway Technical Syllabus 2026 FAQ

Does the Technical Knowledge section cover all engineering disciplines like Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical?

The syllabus is designed to cover core engineering principles applicable across disciplines. Candidates should focus on the fundamentals as specified in the official notification.

How should I prioritize between General Awareness and the Technical Subject?

Candidates should create a balanced study plan, dedicating significant time to the Technical Subject while ensuring consistent revision of General Awareness topics.

What is the expected level of difficulty for the General Science section?

The General Science section typically tests concepts up to the 10+2 level. Focus on NCERT textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.