Section Controller · Syllabus

Section Controller Syllabus 2026

The RRB Section Controller exam assesses a candidate's knowledge in General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, Science, Computer skills, and specific technical or non-technical subjects relevant to the railway industry. Topics below follow the official Section Controller notification pattern — check the linked notification for the authoritative list.

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General Awareness

Indian History
Geography of India
Indian Polity and Governance
Indian Economy
Current Affairs (National & International)
General Science

Mathematics

Number System
Arithmetic
Algebra
Geometry
Trigonometry
Mensuration
Statistics & Probability

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Analytical Reasoning
Coding-Decoding
Syllogism
Blood Relations

General Science

Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science

Basic Computer Knowledge

Computer Fundamentals
MS Office
Internet and Email
Computer Hardware and Software

Technical & Non-Technical Subjects

Transport and Logistics
Indian Railway Organization and Structure
Traffic Management
Freight Operations
Passenger Services
Railway Safety and Rules

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Section Controller Syllabus 2026 FAQ

Is there any sectional time limit in the RRB Section Controller CBT?

No, there is no sectional time limit. Candidates can attempt the questions in any order within the total exam duration.

What is the syllabus for the Technical & Non-Technical section?

The syllabus for this section is based on the candidate's educational qualification and the specific post applied for. It covers topics relevant to the candidate's field of study.

Are there negative marks for wrong answers?

Yes, there is a provision for negative marking for incorrect answers in the Computer Based Test.

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