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Key Facts: RRB ECG Technician Exam

100 MCQs

CBT question count

RRB CEN 04/2024 Paramedical Categories

90 minutes

Exam duration

RRB CEN 04/2024 Paramedical Categories

1/3 negative

Marking scheme deduction

RRB CEN 04/2024 Paramedical Categories

70% weight

Professional Ability section

RRB CEN 04/2024 Paramedical Categories

INR 500 / 250

UR-OBC / SC-ST-Female fees

RRB CEN 04/2024 Paramedical Categories

RRB ECG Technician is a 90-minute CBT with 100 MCQs testing ECG technical knowledge and cardiovascular investigations with 1/3 negative marking.

Sample RRB ECG Technician Practice Questions

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1What is the primary pacemaker of the heart?
A.SA Node
B.AV Node
C.Bundle of His
D.Purkinje Fibers
Explanation: The SA node initiates the electrical impulse.
2Which chamber pumps oxygenated blood to the body?
A.Right Atrium
B.Right Ventricle
C.Left Atrium
D.Left Ventricle
Explanation: The left ventricle pumps blood to the aorta.
3What separates the right and left ventricles?
A.Atrial septum
B.Tricuspid valve
C.Mitral valve
D.Interventricular septum
Explanation: The interventricular septum divides the ventricles.
4The normal intrinsic rate of the AV node is:
A.60-100 bpm
B.40-60 bpm
C.20-40 bpm
D.100-120 bpm
Explanation: The AV node intrinsic rate is 40-60 bpm.
5Depolarization of cells causes them to become:
A.More negative
B.Unchanged
C.Neutral
D.More positive
Explanation: Sodium influx makes cells more positive.
6Which phase of the action potential corresponds to rapid depolarization?
A.Phase 0
B.Phase 1
C.Phase 2
D.Phase 3
Explanation: Phase 0 is rapid depolarization via sodium.
7The P wave represents:
A.Ventricular depolarization
B.Atrial repolarization
C.Ventricular repolarization
D.Atrial depolarization
Explanation: P wave is atrial depolarization.
8Where is the SA node located?
A.Left atrium
B.Right ventricle
C.Right atrium
D.Left ventricle
Explanation: SA node is in the upper right atrium.
9Blood leaves the right ventricle through the:
A.Aorta
B.Pulmonary vein
C.Pulmonary artery
D.Vena cava
Explanation: The pulmonary artery carries it to the lungs.
10The QRS complex represents:
A.Atrial repolarization
B.Atrial depolarization
C.Ventricular repolarization
D.Ventricular depolarization
Explanation: QRS is the depolarization of the ventricles.

About the RRB ECG Technician Exam

RRB ECG Technician Recruitment Exam is a computer-based test conducted for recruiting ECG Technicians in Indian Railways. The exam consists of 100 questions testing professional ECG knowledge, cardiovascular pathophysiology, general math, reasoning, and science.

Exam sponsor: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Single-stage CBT. 70 professional questions and 30 general questions (General Awareness, Arithmetic/Reasoning, General Science). Negative marking of 1/3 per wrong answer.

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC/SC 30%, ST 25%

Exam / Certification Fees

INR 500 (General/OBC/EWS); INR 250 (SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minorities)

Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~20%

Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology

Heart structure, conduction system, action potentials, and cardiac cycle

~20%

Principles and Technology of ECG Recording

Lead placement (12-lead system), electrode interface, calibration, and artifact elimination

~20%

ECG Interpretation and Cardiac Rhythms

Normal ECG waves, intervals, arrhythmia detection (tachycardia, bradycardia, blocks), and infarction patterns

~20%

Cardiovascular Pathophysiology and Diseases

Coronary artery disease (CAD), myocardial infarction (MI), heart failure, and valvular diseases

~20%

Advanced Diagnostics & Patient Care

Stress testing (TMT), Holter monitoring, pacemaker evaluation, and clinical emergency care

Preparing for the RRB ECG Technician Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC/SC 30%, ST 25%
  • Assessment: Single-stage CBT. 70 professional questions and 30 general questions (General Awareness, Arithmetic/Reasoning, General Science). Negative marking of 1/3 per wrong answer.
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: INR 500 (General/OBC/EWS); INR 250 (SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minorities) Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

  • Work through all 100 available questions
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  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

RRB ECG Technician: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master the 12-lead positioning and standard configurations; expect clinical scenario questions on misplaced leads.
2Carefully study criteria for bundle branch blocks, myocardial infarctions, and ventricular arrhythmias.
3Ensure solid practice of basic arithmetic and general science questions to secure high marks in the general section.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam structure for RRB ECG Technician?

The exam consists of 100 questions in 90 minutes. 70 questions are from Cardiac technology and ECG, and 30 are from general areas. There is a 1/3 negative marking.

What are the minimum qualifying marks?

Candidates must score at least 40% (UR/EWS), 30% (OBC/SC), or 25% (ST) to qualify, though final merit depends on competitive cutoffs.