The RRB JE CBT 2 Civil Engineering Syllabus 2026 helps candidates understand the subjects and topics they need to prepare for the second stage of the Railway Recruitment Board Junior Engineer recruitment. Since the official RRB JE 2026 notification is now released, candidates can follow the official syllabus.
The CBT 2 examination mainly assesses candidates' technical knowledge of Civil and Allied Engineering, along with General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers, and Environment & Pollution Control. Understanding the complete syllabus allows candidates to plan their preparation effectively, prioritise high-weightage topics, and improve their performance in the examination.
Candidates who qualify CBT 1 will appear for CBT 2, where the examination primarily evaluates technical knowledge in Civil and Allied Engineering along with General Awareness, Physics & Chemistry, Basics of Computers, and Environment & Pollution Control.
Since the official 2026 syllabus has not yet been released, candidates can prepare according to the previous official syllabus.
This section tests candidates' awareness of current events and general knowledge. Expected topics include:
Current Affairs
Indian History and Culture
Indian Freedom Struggle
Geography of India
Indian Polity and Constitution
Indian Economy
Sports
Science and Technology
Awards and Honours
Important Personalities
Questions are expected to be based on the Class 12 level syllabus and may cover:
Basic Concepts
Mechanics
Work, Energy and Power
Gravitation
Properties of Matter
Thermodynamics
Optics
Waves and Oscillations
Electricity and Magnetism
Chemical Reactions
Atomic Structure
Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding
Molecular Structure
States of Matter
Chemical Equilibrium
Organic Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Candidates should prepare the following computer-related topics:
Introduction to Computers
Computer Architecture
Input and Output Devices
MS Office
Storage Devices
Operating Systems
Internet and Web Applications
Computer Networking
Computer Security
Shortcut Keys and Common Abbreviations
This section evaluates candidates' knowledge of environmental issues and pollution control.
Topics include:
Basics of Environment
Air Pollution
Water Pollution
Soil Pollution
Noise Pollution
Pollution Control Measures
Waste Management
Global Warming
Acid Rain
Ozone Layer Depletion
Environmental Protection
The Technical Ability (Civil Engineering) section carries 100 out of 150 marks, making it the most important part of the CBT 2 examination. Candidates should thoroughly prepare the following core Civil Engineering subjects.
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RRB JE CBT 2 Civil Engineering Technical Syllabus 2026 |
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Subject |
Important Topics |
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Engineering Mechanics |
Force systems, Equilibrium, Friction, Centroid, Centre of Gravity, Simple Machines |
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Building Construction |
Substructure, Superstructure, Load Bearing Structures, Framed Structures, Composite Structures |
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Building Materials |
Stones, Bricks, Mortar, Timber, Glass, Steel, Bitumen, PVC, CPVC, Aluminium |
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Construction of Substructure |
Foundation, Earthwork, Bearing Capacity, Dewatering, Cofferdams |
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Building Finishes |
Flooring, Plastering, Pointing, Painting, Roofing Materials |
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Building Maintenance |
Cracks, Repairs, Settlement, Grouting, Epoxy Repair Techniques |
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Building Drawing |
Plans, Elevations, Sections, Working Drawings, Building By-laws |
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Concrete Technology |
Cement, Aggregates, Concrete Mix Design, RCC, Prestressed Concrete, Quality Control |
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Surveying |
Chain Survey, Compass Survey, Levelling, Contouring, Plane Table Survey, Theodolite Survey, Tacheometry, Remote Sensing |
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Computer-Aided Design (CAD) |
AutoCAD, Auto Civil, 3D Drawing, Plans, Sections and Elevations |
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Geotechnical Engineering |
Soil Properties, Bearing Capacity, Shear Strength, Permeability, Site Investigation |
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Hydraulics |
Fluid Properties, Hydrostatic Pressure, Flow Through Pipes, Open Channel Flow, Hydraulic Machines |
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Irrigation Engineering |
Hydrology, Reservoir Planning, Diversion Head Works, Percolation Tanks |
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Mechanics of Structures |
Stress & Strain, Shear Force, Bending Moment, Trusses, Strain Energy |
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Theory of Structures |
Fixed Beams, Continuous Beams, Columns, Slope & Deflection, Moment Distribution |
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Design of Concrete Structures |
Working Stress Method, Limit State Method, Beams, Slabs, Columns, Footings |
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Design of Steel Structures |
Steel Sections, Connections, Tension Members, Compression Members, Roof Trusses |
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Transportation Engineering |
Railway Engineering, Bridge Engineering, Tunnel Engineering |
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Highway Engineering |
Highway Design, Pavement Construction, Traffic Engineering, Hill Roads, Drainage |
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Environmental Engineering |
Water Supply, Sewerage, Solid Waste Management, Plumbing, Environmental Sanitation |
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Advanced Construction Techniques |
Prefabrication, Ready Mix Concrete, Earth Moving Equipment, Bitumen Plant, Construction Machinery |
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Estimating & Costing |
Approximate Estimates, Detailed Estimates, Rate Analysis |
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Contracts & Accounts |
Engineering Contracts, Tender Documents, Specifications, Payments |
The RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2026 is provided below, as the official notification is released. The examination will be conducted in online mode and consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions. Candidates can refer to the expected exam pattern below:
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RRB JE CBT 2 Civil Engineering Exam Pattern 2026 |
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Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
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General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
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Physics & Chemistry |
15 |
15 |
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Basics of Computers & Applications |
10 |
10 |
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Basics of Environment & Pollution Control |
10 |
10 |
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Technical Abilities (Civil & Allied Engineering) |
100 |
100 |
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Total |
150 |
150 |
Note: As per the previous recruitment cycle, 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. Candidates should attempt questions carefully to minimise negative marking.
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