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Key Facts: RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

100

Total Questions

RRB

90 mins

Time Limit

RRB

40% / 30%

UR / OBC Qualifying

RRB

₹500 / ₹250

UR / SC Fee

RRB

1/3

Negative marking penalty

RRB

The RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) containing 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 90 minutes. The paper is weighted: 70 questions on Professional Ability (Pharmacy), 10 on General Science, 10 on General Awareness, and 10 on General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning. Each question carries 1 mark, with a 1/3rd mark negative marking penalty for incorrect answers. Unreserved (UR) and EWS candidates must achieve a minimum qualifying score of 40%, while OBC-NCL and SC candidates require 30%, and ST candidates require 25%. The exam fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC (₹400 refunded after appearing) and ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen (fully refunded after appearing).

Sample RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Practice Questions

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1Which of the following describes the dosage form classification of standard compressed tablets?
A.Solid unit dosage form
B.Liquid oral dosage form
C.Semisolid external dosage form
D.Sustained release parenteral dosage form
Explanation: Standard compressed tablets are classified as solid unit dosage forms because they contain a single dose of active pharmaceutical ingredient(s) in a solid, dry compressed state.
2What is the primary mechanism of microbial destruction in moist heat sterilization using an autoclave?
A.Alkylation of bacterial nucleic acids
B.Physical removal of microorganisms by size exclusion
C.Coagulation and denaturation of cellular proteins
D.Oxidative destruction of cell membranes
Explanation: Moist heat sterilization in an autoclave works by coagulating and denaturing essential bacterial proteins and enzymes. Moisture facilitates this process at a lower temperature compared to dry heat.
3At what temperature range must the BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine be stored to maintain its potency?
A.-20°C to -10°C
B.15°C to 25°C
C.30°C to 37°C
D.2°C to 8°C
Explanation: The BCG vaccine is a live attenuated bacterial vaccine and must be stored at a refrigerated temperature of 2°C to 8°C to maintain its viability and potency, protecting it from freezing and excessive heat.
4In tablet manufacturing, what is the specific role of Sodium Starch Glycolate in the formulation?
A.Lubricant to reduce die wall friction
B.Superdisintegrant to promote rapid tablet break-up
C.Binder to provide mechanical strength to the tablet
D.Glidant to improve powder flow characteristics
Explanation: Sodium Starch Glycolate is a superdisintegrant. It swells rapidly (up to 300 times its volume) when it comes into contact with water, creating internal pressure that breaks the tablet apart for rapid dissolution.
5In prescription writing, what is the Latin term 'guttae' translated to in English instructions?
A.Drops
B.Ointment
C.Powder
D.Tablets
Explanation: The Latin term 'guttae' (abbreviated as 'gtt.') translates to 'drops' in English and is commonly used in prescriptions for ophthalmic, otic, or nasal drop preparations.
6Which class of glass is highly recommended for packaging parenteral preparations due to its high chemical resistance?
A.Type II - Treated soda-lime glass
B.Type III - Regular soda-lime glass
C.Type I - Borosilicate glass
D.Type IV - General purpose soda-lime glass
Explanation: Type I Borosilicate glass has the highest chemical durability and minimal hydrolytic release because of the presence of boric oxide, making it the most suitable container for parenterals.
7What is the typical Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB) value range required for surfactants to act as water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifiers?
A.8 to 16
B.13 to 15
C.7 to 9
D.3 to 6
Explanation: Surfactants with an HLB value in the range of 3 to 6 are hydrophobic/lipophilic and are therefore used to stabilize water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions.
8What is the official chemical name of the widely used analgesic drug Aspirin?
A.Methyl salicylate
B.Acetylsalicylic acid
C.Para-aminophenol
D.Phenyl salicylate
Explanation: Aspirin is chemically known as acetylsalicylic acid. It is synthesized by the acetylation of salicylic acid using acetic anhydride.
9Which reagent is utilized in the official Pharmacopoeial limit test for Iron to produce a purple-colored complex?
A.Thioglycolic acid
B.Barium chloride
C.Silver nitrate
D.Diphenylthiocarbazone
Explanation: In the limit test for Iron, thioglycolic acid reacts with iron in an ammoniacal solution (buffered with citric acid) to produce a pale pink to deep reddish-purple color due to the formation of ferrous thioglycolate complex.
10What is the chemical formula of Plaster of Paris, which is used for orthopedic casts?
A.CaSO4 · 2H2O
B.MgSO4 · 7H2O
C.CaSO4 · 0.5H2O
D.CaCO3
Explanation: Plaster of Paris is calcium sulfate hemihydrate, represented by the chemical formula CaSO4 · 0.5H2O (or 2CaSO4 · H2O). It is prepared by heating gypsum (calcium sulfate dihydrate).

About the RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

Practice questions for the Indian Railways RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam. Covers core pharmacy subjects along with general science, general awareness, and arithmetic & reasoning sections.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

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

Exam Fee

₹500 (Railway Recruitment Board (RRB))

RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam Content Outline

70%

Professional Ability (Pharmacy)

Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Jurisprudence, Biochemistry, Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

10%

General Science

Basics of Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences up to CBSE 10th standard level

10%

General Awareness

Current events, Indian history, geography, constitution, economics, and basic scientific/technological developments

10%

Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning

Basic mathematical operations, reasoning analogies, coding-decoding, number series, and spatial awareness

How to Pass the RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL/SC, 25% for ST
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: ₹500

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 Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Study Tips from Top Performers

1Concentrate study time on the Professional Ability section, as it accounts for 70% (70 questions) of the total exam weight.
2Thoroughly review Schedules from the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules (especially C, C1, G, H, M, X) and Pharmacy Act regulations.
3Brush up on 10th standard Physics, Chemistry, and Biology concepts, as they regularly form the basis of the General Science section.
4Practice basic calculation techniques for time and work, percentages, averages, and ratio-proportions to solve math questions rapidly.
5Take full-length timed mock tests to build stamina and manage the 90-minute limit efficiently while accounting for the 1/3rd negative marking penalty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for the RRB Pharmacist Exam?

The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions. Candidates are given 90 minutes to complete the paper. The distribution is 70 questions on Professional Ability (Pharmacy), 10 questions on General Science, 10 questions on General Awareness, and 10 questions on General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning.

Is there negative marking in the RRB Pharmacist Exam?

Yes, there is negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.

What is the passing score for the RRB Pharmacist Exam?

The minimum qualifying marks for the CBT are: 40% for General (UR) and EWS candidates, 30% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and SC candidates, and 25% for ST candidates. The final selection is based on zone-wise merit lists compiled from candidates who clear these thresholds.

Who is eligible to apply for the RRB Pharmacist Exam?

Candidates must be between 20 and 35 years old (with upper age relaxations for reserved categories). Educationally, candidates must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized institution and be registered as a pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

How much is the RRB Pharmacist application fee and is it refundable?

The application fee is ₹500 for Unreserved, OBC, and EWS candidates, out of which ₹400 is refunded after appearing in the CBT. For SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Women, Transgender, Minorities, and Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates, the fee is ₹250, which is fully refunded upon appearing in the CBT.