Preparing for the RRB Nursing Superintendent Exam requires a clear understanding of the syllabus, exam pattern, and the most important topics. While the nursing subjects carry maximum weightage, the non-nursing section (30 marks) plays a crucial role in boosting your final score. With smart and targeted preparation, you can easily secure 20–25 marks from this part alone.
This article covers the complete non-nursing syllabus, topic-wise important areas, and an effective high-scoring strategy for General Science, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Aptitude, and Reasoning.

RRB Nursing Exam Pattern (Non-Nursing Section)

The non-nursing portion is divided into three scoring segments, each carrying equal weightage.
A good command over these areas not only strengthens your overall performance but also improves your rank significantly.

A strong command of these areas helps you improve your overall score significantly.

General Science (10 Marks)

General Science questions are mostly NCERT Class 9–10 level. Studying NCERT line-by-line ensures near-full marks.

Most Important Topics

 Physics

• Motion, Force & Laws of Motion

• Gravitation

• Work, Power & Energy

• Sound

• Light: Reflection & Refraction

• Mirrors & Lenses

• Electricity

• Basic Instruments (Barometer, Seismograph, Thermometer)
  
  

Chemistry

• Units & Dimensions

• Chemical Reactions

• Acids, Bases & Indicators

• Metals, Non-Metals & Ores

• Carbon Compounds

• Alloys

• Atomic Structure

• Nobel Prizes in Science (latest)

 Biology

• Cell & Genetics

• Photosynthesis

• Human Body Systems

• Hormones

• Vitamins: Chemical Names & Deficiency

• Basic Diseases (important for nursing students)
  
  

2. Aptitude (Mathematics – 10 Marks)

The maths portion is moderate and formula-based. Focus on high-frequency topics.

Most Important Topics

• Ratio & Proportion

• Average

• Ages

• Time & Work

• Partnership

• HCF & LCM

• Volume & Surface Area

• Square & Cube Roots

• Time & Distance

• Simple & Compound Interest

• Simplification

• Allegation & Mixture

• Boats & Streams

• Data Interpretation

• Pipes & Cistern

• Profit & Loss
  
  

Tip: Practice 10 questions per topic consistently.

3. Reasoning Ability (10 Marks)

RRB reasoning is usually easy to moderate. Scoring 8–10 is very achievable.

Most Important Topics

• Number Series

• Alphabet Series

• Coding–Decoding

• Blood Relation

• Direction Sense

• Analogy

• Ranking

• Seating Arrangement

• Puzzles

These are asked every year with minimal pattern change.

4. General Knowledge (Static GK – 7–8 Marks)

Polity (Very Important)

• Constitution

• Articles

• Fundamental Rights & Duties

• Parts & Schedules

• Amendments

• President, Governor, Parliament

• Judiciary

• Election Commission

• NITI Aayog

• Major Commissions

History

• Harappan Civilization

• Delhi Sultanate

• Mughal Empire

• Modern History (Gandhian Era)

Geography & Environment

• Rivers & Dams

• National Parks

• UNESCO Sites

• Tribes of India

• Important Boundaries

• Environmental Concepts

5. Current Affairs (2–3 Marks)

Focus on the last 6 months.

Important Areas

• Important Days & Themes

• Nursing/Health Days

• Government Schemes

• Sports Tournaments

• Awards (National/International)

• Ranks & Indices

• Appointments & Resignations

• Obituarie

• International Agreements
  
  

How to Score 20–25 Marks in Non-Nursing Section

Focus first on high-weightage topics, revise NCERT Science daily, practice Aptitude and Reasoning regularly, and maintain a small GK + CA revision notebook. Solve previous year papers for RRB, ESIC, AIIMS, and State Nursing exams to build accuracy and confidence.

Why This Preparation Helps in All Nursing Exams?

The non-nursing syllabus remains almost the same across major nursing competitive exams such as RRB, NORCET, SGPGI, KGMU, UPSSSC, EMRS, RML, and AIIMS CRE. Only the level of difficulty changes slightly. Preparing these topics thoroughly ensures that you are automatically ready for any upcoming nursing exam.

Final Tips

Attend regular classes, follow the syllabus strictly, prioritize high-scoring topics, revise multiple times, and solve PYQs for accuracy. With consistent practice, you can easily score high in the non-nursing portion and increase your chances of selection.