The Railway Recruitment Board
(RRB) conducts the Group D exams to recruit candidates for various
positions across the Indian Railways. Understanding cut-off trends from
previous years is vital for aspirants aiming to secure a place. Cut-offs help
identify competition levels, set benchmarks, and guide preparation strategies.
This blog provides a comprehensive
year-wise and region-wise cut-off analysis for RRB Group D, focusing on UR,
OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PWD, and Ex-Servicemen categories. Let’s dive into
the details!
What
are RRB Group D Cut-Offs?
RRB Group D cut-offs are the minimum
qualifying marks that candidates must secure to clear the exam and qualify
for the next stage, which includes the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
and document verification. The cut-offs are determined based on several
factors, including:
- The number of vacancies in the
region.
- The difficulty level of the
exam.
- The total number of applicants.
- The category-wise reservation
policy.
Understanding these trends helps
aspirants plan effectively and aim for realistic goals.
RRB
Group D Cut-Off Marks (2018-19 to 2022)
Region-Wise
and Category-Wise Analysis
|
Region
|
Year
|
Category
|
UR
|
OBC
|
SC
|
ST
|
EWS
|
PWD
|
Ex-Servicemen
|
|
Ajmer
|
2018
|
|
73.73
|
70.10
|
63.37
|
60.62
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
97.45
|
95.16
|
91.36
|
91.39
|
89.34
|
68.12
|
62.34
|
|
Allahabad
|
2018
|
|
74.57
|
69.78
|
62.92
|
50.12
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
98.00
|
96.30
|
93.41
|
83.33
|
92.05
|
71.24
|
66.05
|
|
Ahmedabad
|
2018
|
|
71.86
|
66.77
|
60.85
|
57.85
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
97.09
|
94.86
|
88.72
|
86.92
|
89.05
|
66.93
|
60.14
|
|
Chennai
|
2018
|
|
71.53
|
68.63
|
61.56
|
55.32
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
94.06
|
90.84
|
86.46
|
81.40
|
88.23
|
63.09
|
57.32
|
|
Kolkata
|
2018
|
|
80.57
|
71.77
|
71.60
|
55.76
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
96.62
|
94.88
|
90.67
|
83.76
|
91.89
|
70.39
|
65.33
|
|
Mumbai
|
2018
|
|
67.96
|
63.08
|
58.88
|
52.58
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
|
|
96.76
|
94.56
|
91.14
|
85.68
|
89.77
|
65.82
|
60.12
|
Note: The
above table highlights key regions and categories. Additional data can be added
for other regions such as Bengaluru, Ranchi, Bhopal, and Guwahati.
Key
Trends in RRB Group D Cut-Offs
- Steep Rise in Cut-Off Marks
(2022):
- The UR category cut-off
saw a significant jump across most regions, such as:
- Ajmer: 73.73 (2018) → 97.45 (2022)
- Allahabad: 74.57 (2018) → 98.00 (2022)
- Regional Variations:
- Kolkata region recorded one of the highest
cut-offs in 2018 for the UR category at 80.57, while Bengaluru
had one of the lowest cut-offs at 62.01.
- In 2022, the Allahabad region
had the highest UR cut-off at 98.00.
- Introduction of EWS Category:
- The 2022 exam introduced a
separate cut-off for the EWS (Economically Weaker Section), adding
more competition within the general quota.
- Importance of Normalization:
- The Railway Board uses a normalization
process to account for variations in question paper difficulty across
shifts, significantly impacting cut-off determination.
Factors
Influencing RRB Group D Cut-Offs
- Vacancies and Applications: Higher the number of
vacancies, relatively lower the cut-off (though competition often
neutralizes this effect).
- Exam Difficulty: More difficult exams often see
slightly lower cut-offs due to the normalization process.
- Category-Wise Reservations: OBC, SC, ST, and PWD
categories often have relatively lower cut-offs than the UR category.
Preparation
Tips to Beat the Cut-Off
- Set Realistic Benchmarks:
- Aim for at least 10-15
marks above the previous year’s cut-off for your region and category
to stay competitive.
- Focus on High-Scoring Topics:
- Mathematics: Simplification, Time &
Work, Percentage, Profit & Loss.
- General Intelligence &
Reasoning:
Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Blood Relations.
- General Science: Basic Physics, Chemistry,
Biology concepts.
- Current Affairs: Stay updated with
railway-related news, policies, and general events.
- Practice Mock Tests:
- Attempt at least 3-4
full-length mocks weekly and analyze your performance to identify
weak areas.
- Time Management:
- Work on speed and accuracy
simultaneously. Manage time wisely during the exam to avoid leaving
questions unanswered.
- Regular Revision:
- Consistently revise key
formulas, reasoning tricks, and scientific concepts.
RRB
Group D Exam Pattern for Reference
|
Subjects
|
No.
of Questions
|
Marks
Time
|
|
|
Mathematics
|
25
|
25
|
|
|
General Intelligence &
Reasoning
|
30
|
30
|
|
|
General Science
|
25
|
25
|
|
|
General Awareness & Current
Affairs
|
20
|
20
|
|
Conclusion
The RRB Group D cut-off trends
indicate rising competition and demand for meticulous preparation. Aspirants
should take these trends seriously and prepare strategically to secure their
place. Focus on accuracy, time management, and regular practice to achieve
success.
