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RRB Group D Exam Analysis: November 27, 2025 (Shift 1) | Good Attempts & Difficulty

Posted: Jun 11, 2026 03:12 PM IST
Updated: Aug 17, 2026 10:08 AM IST
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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially commenced the RRB Group D CBT exam starting November 27, 2025. This massive recruitment drive is scheduled to span from November 27, 2025, to January 16, 2026, with examinations being conducted in three daily shifts to accommodate the large volume of candidates.

Shift 1 Exam Overview (November 27, 2025)

The first shift of the day concluded successfully at 10:30 am. Candidates appearing for the computer-based test were required to answer 100 objective-type questions within an allotted time of 90 minutes. It is important to note that there are no sectional time limits for this exam. While RRB guidelines strictly prohibit the disclosure of specific exam questions, we have compiled an expert analysis of the difficulty levels and expected performance metrics based on student feedback.

Exam Pattern Components

To succeed, candidates must be well-versed in the following core subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning
  • General Science
  • General Awareness & Current Affairs

Difficulty Level Analysis

The overall consensus for the first shift is that the paper was Moderate to Difficult. The following table breaks down the perceived difficulty per subject area:

SubjectsDifficulty Level
General Awareness and Current AffairsModerate
ReasoningEasy to Moderate
MathematicsModerate
General ScienceModerate to Difficult
OverallModerate to Difficult

Good Attempts and Performance Expectations

Based on the feedback from the first shift, a total of 51 to 61 questions is considered a 'good attempt.' Below is the subject-wise breakdown for your reference:

SubjectsNo. of QuestionsGood Attempts
General Awareness and Current Affairs2008-10
Reasoning3017-19
Mathematics2515-17
General Science2512-14
Total10051-61

Important Resources for Candidates

If you are preparing for an upcoming shift, ensure you have your logistics sorted. Use these official links to manage your examination status:

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