DFCCIL Executive Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025 PDF | CE, EE, EC | Next Engineer

The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) conducts a rigorous recruitment process to select qualified candidates for various positions. This article provides a detailed overview of the DFCCIL Executive 2025 examination scheme, including the Computer-Based Tests (CBTs), eligibility criteria, and other important aspects.
DFCCIL Executive Exam Pattern 2025
A. Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Two-Stage Process:
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1st Stage CBT:
- Screening test to shortlist candidates for the 2nd stage.
- 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- 90 minutes duration (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with Scribe)
- Negative marking: 1/4th marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
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2nd Stage CBT:
- Main examination to assess suitability for the specific post.
- 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- 120 minutes duration (160 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with Scribe)
- Negative marking: 1/4th marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
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Shortlisting:
- Based on merit in the 1st Stage CBT, a certain number of candidates will be shortlisted for the 2nd Stage CBT.
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Normalization:
- Percentile-based normalization will be applied if the CBT is conducted in multiple shifts for the same post.
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Tie-Breaking:
- In case of a tie in marks:
- Older candidate (by date of birth) will be given priority.
- If age is the same, alphabetical order of name will be considered.
- In case of a tie in marks:
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Objection Management:
- Candidates can submit online objections against the provisional answer keys within a specified timeframe with a fee.
- Valid objections will be addressed, and the fee will be refunded (minus applicable bank charges).
B. Qualifying Marks
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General:
- UR/EWS: 40%
- SC/OBC-NCL: 30%
- ST: 25%
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PwBD Candidates:
- Same as general categories, with a 2% relaxation in case of a shortage of candidates.
C. Language of Examination
- The Question Paper will be set in English & Hindi only.
- In case of any discrepancy between English and Hindi versions, the English version shall prevail.
DFCCIL Executive Syllabus 2025
DFCCIL Executive Syllabus for Stage-1 CBT for Civil, Electrical and Electronics Engineering:
- Mathematics / Numerical Ability: 30 Questions
- General Awareness: 15 Questions
- General Science: 15 Questions
- Logical Reasoning / General Intelligence: 30 Questions
- Knowledge about Railways/DFCCIL: 10 Questions
DFCCIL Executive CBT-2 Syllabus for Civil Engineering:
Part-I (24 Questions): General Knowledge, General Aptitude/Reasoning
Part-II (96 Questions): Engineering and Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Building & Construction Materials, Concrete (MCC, RCC & PSC) and Steel Structures Design, Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, Public Health Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Hydraulics, Hydrology & Hydraulics Structures, Engg. Drawing, Estimation and surveying etc.
DFCCIL Executive CBT-2 Syllabus for Electrical Engineering:
Part-I (24 Questions): General Knowledge, General Aptitude/Reasoning
Part-II (96 Questions): Power Transmission & Distribution, Circuit Analysis & Control system, Machines, Electronics, Measurement, Rest etc.
DFCCIL Executive CBT-2 Syllabus for Electronics Engineering (Signal & Telecommunication):
Part-I (24 Questions): General Knowledge, General Aptitude/Reasoning
Part-II (96 Questions): Electronic Components & Materials, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Digital Electronics, Linear Integrated Circuit, Microprocessor and Microcontroller, Electronic Measurements, Communication Engineering, Data Communication and Network, Computer Programming, Basic Electrical Engineering, etc.