Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
All India
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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts the Section Controller exam to select candidates for train traffic control operations. Selection involves CBT and CBAT stages. Understanding the RRB Section Controller syllabus and exam pattern together is essential before starting preparation.
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Section Controller (SC) |
| Selection Stages | CBT → CBAT → Document Verification |
| Total Questions (CBT) | 100 |
| Total Marks (CBT) | 100 |
| CBT Duration | 120 minutes |
| Negative Marking (CBT) | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| CBAT Negative Marking | None |
| Final Merit | 70% CBT + 30% CBAT |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical & Mathematical Capability | 60 | 60 |
| Logical Capability | 20 | 20 |
| Mental Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 120 minutes. Negative marking: 1/3rd mark per wrong answer.
Mathematics: Percentages, Profit Loss & Discount, Number System, Ratio & Proportions, Averages, Time Speed Distance, Power & Work, Algebra & Linear Equations, Arithmetic Progression, LCM & HCF, Geometry & Mensuration, Probability (Basic), Statistics (Basic).
Data Analysis & Interpretation: Graphical data (charts, graphs, scatter plots, pie charts), statistical curves, Venn diagrams, multi-source data analysis, data sufficiency, data arrangement.
Logical Reasoning: Binary Logic, logic-based puzzles, syllogism, clocks & calendars, assumptions, relations & family tree.
Reading Comprehension: Passages from history, society, literature, science, environment, mythology, technology, culture. Questions on main idea, supporting ideas, application, logical structure, style/tone.
Q1. What is the RRB Section Controller syllabus?
CBT covers Analytical & Mathematical Capability (60 marks), Logical Capability (20 marks), and Mental Reasoning (20 marks).
Q2. How many questions are in the CBT?
100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes.
Q3. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3 mark per wrong answer in CBT. No negative marking in CBAT.
Q4. What is CBAT?
Computer-Based Aptitude Test with multiple test batteries. Minimum T-score of 42 in each battery required.
| RRB Official Website - rrbapply.gov.in |