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Key Facts: RRB JE Mechanical Exam

150 MCQs

Total Questions

RRB JE Exam Scheme

120 Mins

Exam Duration

Official CBT 2 Guidelines

1/3 Mark

Negative Penalty

RRB Marking Policy

40%

Qualifying (UR/EWS)

Minimum Threshold

₹500 / ₹250

Application Fee

RRB Official Notice

18–33 Years

Standard Age Limit

Eligibility Criteria

The RRB JE CBT 2 Mechanical exam is a 2-hour Computer Based Test of 150 MCQs (100 Technical + 50 Non-Technical) with 1/3 negative marking. Standard qualifying cutoffs are 40% for UR/EWS and 30% for OBC/SC, but selection requires higher merit scores. This free practice bank offers 100 target MCQs mirroring this structure.

Sample RRB JE Mechanical Practice Questions

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1Which Article of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Duties of citizens, and by which Constitutional Amendment was it introduced?
A.Article 51A, introduced by the 42nd Amendment Act
B.Article 51A, introduced by the 44th Amendment Act
C.Article 35A, introduced by the 42nd Amendment Act
D.Article 21A, introduced by the 86th Amendment Act
Explanation: Fundamental Duties were incorporated into Part IV-A of the Constitution under Article 51A by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976, on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee.
2The Godavari River, often referred to as the 'Dakshin Ganga', originates from which of the following hills/places?
A.Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
B.Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
C.Trimbakeshwar near Nashik, Maharashtra
D.Nandi Hills, Karnataka
Explanation: The Godavari River, India's second-longest river, originates from Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra, flowing eastward into the Bay of Bengal.
3In which year was the historic Battle of Plassey fought between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah?
A.1757
B.1764
C.1761
D.1857
Explanation: The Battle of Plassey was fought on June 23, 1757, at Palashi in Bengal. It resulted in a decisive victory for the British East India Company under Robert Clive, laying the foundation of British rule in India.
4According to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act in India, who acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the GST Council?
A.The Prime Minister of India
B.The Union Finance Minister of India
C.The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India
D.The Secretary of the GST Council
Explanation: As per Article 279A of the Indian Constitution, the GST Council is chaired by the Union Finance Minister. The other members are the Union Minister of State for Finance and Finance/Taxation Ministers of all states.
5The historic Chenab Bridge, built under the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, is the world's highest railway arch bridge. What is its height above the river bed?
A.324 meters
B.359 meters
C.402 meters
D.290 meters
Explanation: The Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir stands at a height of 359 meters (1,178 ft) above the river bed, making it 35 meters taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
6A deficiency of Vitamin D in the human diet causes a softening and weakening of bones, known as which disease?
A.Scurvy
B.Rickets
C.Pellagra
D.Beriberi
Explanation: Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption in bones. Its deficiency leads to rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults, characterized by weak, soft, and deformed bones.
7What is the minimum age required for an Indian citizen to be eligible to contest elections to the Lok Sabha (House of the People)?
A.21 years
B.25 years
C.30 years
D.35 years
Explanation: Article 84(b) of the Constitution of India specifies that the minimum age for a person to become a member of the Lok Sabha is 25 years.
8In Indian public finance and budgeting, how is the 'Primary Deficit' mathematically defined?
A.Fiscal Deficit minus Interest Payments
B.Revenue Deficit minus Capital Expenditure
C.Budget Deficit plus Revenue Receipts
D.Fiscal Deficit minus Subsidies
Explanation: Primary Deficit measures the government's borrowing requirements excluding interest liabilities on accumulated past debts. It is calculated as: Primary Deficit = Fiscal Deficit - Interest Payments.
9The Sundarbans National Park, located in West Bengal, is globally famous for which endangered animal species and forest type?
A.One-horned Rhinoceros and Tropical Deciduous Forest
B.Royal Bengal Tiger and Mangrove Forest
C.Asiatic Lion and Scrub Forest
D.Snow Leopard and Alpine Meadow
Explanation: The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning India and Bangladesh. It is the largest single tract of halophytic mangrove forest in the world and serves as a major reserve for the Royal Bengal Tiger.
10Which of the following awards is the highest sporting honor awarded annually to sportspersons in India?
A.Arjuna Award
B.Dronacharya Award
C.Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
D.Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar
Explanation: The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (formerly Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award) is the highest sporting award in India, presented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for outstanding performance over four years.

About the RRB JE Mechanical Exam

The RRB JE CBT 2 Mechanical & Allied Engineering examination is the key selection stage for Junior Engineer vacancies in Carriage & Wagon, Diesel Mechanical, Workshops, Loco, and other departments of Indian Railways. Selection is based purely on the CBT 2 score, subject to passing physical medical tests and document verification. This practice set provides 100 questions aligned to the official blueprint, balancing engineering topics (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, SOM, theory of machines, materials, manufacturing, and industrial engineering) with non-technical sections.

Assessment

CBT 2 consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes. The division is: 100 questions on Technical Abilities (Mechanical & Allied Engineering) and 50 questions on Non-Technical topics (15 General Awareness, 15 Physics & Chemistry, 10 Basics of Computers, 10 Environment & Pollution Control). Each correct answer carries 1 mark, with 1/3 mark negative penalty per incorrect response. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

UR/EWS 40%, OBC-NCL/SC 30%, ST 25%

Exam Fee

₹500 for General/OBC, ₹250 for SC/ST/Female/Reserved (Railway Recruitment Board (RRB))

RRB JE Mechanical Exam Content Outline

66.7%

Technical Abilities (Mechanical Engineering)

Core subjects including Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Machine Design, Material Science, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Manufacturing, and Metrology.

10.0%

General Awareness

Current events, national history, geography, polity, economics, and Indian Railways general knowledge.

10.0%

Physics & Chemistry

Basic concepts of general physics and chemistry up to CBSE Class 10 standard.

6.7%

Basics of Computers & Applications

Hardware architecture, operating systems, networking basics, MS Office shortcuts, and internet protocols.

6.7%

Basics of Environment & Pollution Control

Air, water, and noise pollution control, ecosystem basics, global warming, and environmental protection acts.

How to Pass the RRB JE Mechanical Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: UR/EWS 40%, OBC-NCL/SC 30%, ST 25%
  • Assessment: CBT 2 consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes. The division is: 100 questions on Technical Abilities (Mechanical & Allied Engineering) and 50 questions on Non-Technical topics (15 General Awareness, 15 Physics & Chemistry, 10 Basics of Computers, 10 Environment & Pollution Control). Each correct answer carries 1 mark, with 1/3 mark negative penalty per incorrect response. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹500 for General/OBC, ₹250 for SC/ST/Female/Reserved

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

RRB JE Mechanical Study Tips from Top Performers

1Technical Weightage is 100/150: Prioritize fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, machining, and metrology which form the bulk of the engineering questions.
2Manage Time Wisely: You have less than one minute per question (120 minutes for 150 questions). Practice speed calculations and rapid theoretical recalls.
3Don't Guess blindly: Due to the 1/3 negative marking penalty, skip questions if you are unsure of the answer rather than risk losing marks.
4Brush Up on Computers and Environment: These two sections together account for 20 marks and are relatively easy scoring areas if you review basic terms and definitions.
5Review Class 10 Science: The Physics and Chemistry questions are strictly based on standard school textbooks (up to 10th standard CBSE level).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for RRB JE CBT 2 Mechanical?

RRB JE CBT 2 is a 120-minute online test consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions. It includes 100 technical questions on Mechanical & Allied Engineering, and 50 non-technical questions (15 General Awareness, 15 Physics & Chemistry, 10 Computers, and 10 Environment).

Is there negative marking in the RRB JE CBT 2 exam?

Yes, there is negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 1/3 of the mark assigned to that question (i.e., 0.33 marks) is deducted. There is no penalty for unattempted questions.

What are the eligibility criteria for the Mechanical stream in RRB JE?

Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma or a 4-year Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, Machining, or Tools & Die Engineering from a recognized board or university. The standard age limit is 18 to 33 years.

What is the application fee and is it refundable?

The application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC candidates, of which ₹400 is refunded after appearing in the CBT 1 exam. For SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Reserved categories, the fee is ₹250, which is fully refunded upon attending CBT 1.

What are the minimum qualifying marks for RRB JE CBT 2?

The minimum qualifying percentage is 40% for General and EWS categories, 30% for OBC-NCL and SC, and 25% for ST. However, since selection is purely merit-based, the actual cut-off scores for the panel list are much higher.