10 Mistakes to Avoid in RRB JE CBT 2 Exam – Save Your Score!

RRB JE 2024 CBT 2 dates have been announced by different RRBs. As per the notification released by the various railway recruitment zones, RRB JE CBT 2 has been scheduled for 22nd April 2025. As the exam date approaches, aspirants are deeply engaged in preparation and revision. However, during the RRB JE CBT 2 preparation/revision phase, candidates often make some mistakes that affect their marks. In this blog, MADE EASY will list 10 common mistakes that aspirants should avoid in RRB JE CBT 2 to increase their score.

10 Mistakes to avoid in RRB JE CBT 2

Railways are the lifeline of India. Every day, lakhs of passengers travel on the railways. To manage such a huge number of people, railways recruit many candidates. In 2024, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) released the notification for 7,951 posts for Junior Engineer, Depot Management Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant, Chemical Supervisor/Research, and Metallurgical Supervisor. RRB JE is a two-stage examination, namely CBT 1 and CBT 2. For RRB JE 2024, CBT 1 was conducted from 16th to 18th December 2024, and CBT 2 is scheduled for 22nd April 2025.

The Railways Junior Engineer position is highly desired by degree and diploma holders. Many candidates apply for the RRB JE exam, but only a few of them are finally selected. Let us look at some common mistakes that aspirants should avoid in RRB JE CBT 2 so that they can ensure their selection in RRB JE 2024.

• Not understanding the exam pattern and syllabus: Many students make this mistake. They don’t understand the exam pattern and syllabus, which results in missing many important subjects/concepts. Therefore, before starting preparation, aspirants should properly understand the exam pattern and syllabus.
• Lack of a study plan: RRB JE CBT 2 has a vast syllabus, with candidates needing to prepare both technical and non-technical subjects. In such a scenario, it becomes critical for aspirants to follow a study plan. The study plan should be structured in such a way that enough time is allocated to each subject and section of the syllabus.
• Less practice, more procrastination: Success in competitive exams like RRB JE, GATE, ESE, SSC JE, etc., depends directly on practice and revision. Many RRB JE aspirants don’t practice enough to clear the exam and procrastinate a lot. Not practicing enough can reduce confidence in the exam hall and, hence, affect the marks as well as the rank in RRB JE CBT 2.
• Research-oriented studies: Very often, aspirants waste a lot of time by trying to follow multiple sources of study. However, they should remember that time is a very crucial aspect of RRB JE preparation, and it should be saved by avoiding unnecessary research on any topic. RRB JE CBT 2 preparation must be highly exam-oriented.
• Avoiding the non-technical section: RRB JE CBT 2 has a significant portion from the non-technical part. However, most engineering degree/diploma holders avoid the non-technical part and rely solely on the technical section, as the technical section has higher weightage. This is an absolutely wrong notion, as it becomes very difficult to clear RRB JE CBT 2 without securing good marks in the non-technical section.
• Not focusing on weak areas: Most serious aspirants preparing for RRB JE CBT 2 attempt mock tests on a regular basis; however, not all of them realize their mistakes. Solely attempting mock tests is not beneficial. Aspirants should also focus on their weak areas/mistakes and note them down in a notebook. Aspirants should try not to repeat the same mistakes in the future.
• Poor time management: Time management is an art, and those who master the art of time management have higher chances of clearing RRB JE CBT 2. In exams like RRB JE CBT 2, where the number of questions is huge and the time allotted is limited, time management becomes crucial. Aspirants should learn how to divide their time for each section so that they can score good marks.
• Not attempting mock tests: Generally, most aspirants don’t attempt regular mock tests and keep revising the syllabus multiple times. No doubt, revision is necessary, but attempting mock tests is also critical. It gives an idea of the latest pattern and the types of questions being asked in RRB JE CBT 2. Attempting mock tests is important because it highlights weak topics and points out mistakes that aspirants might make in the exam.
• Lack of discipline: A discipline-less schedule harms everyone’s life in general. From an RRB JE aspirant’s point of view, this is one mistake aspirants would certainly want to avoid. A well-disciplined and scheduled routine is critical for RRB JE CBT 2 exam preparation. Continuity is another important aspect. Consistency in study hours and a set pattern must be maintained. It is suggested that one study for stretches of two to three hours at a time. The number of such sessions can be increased gradually according to one’s caliber and stamina. Studying for twelve hours a day, three days a week, and two hours a day for the rest of the week does not let the mind train itself for the exam day.
• Insufficient tuning for the exam day: This mistake is generally seen a few days before the exam or after the admit card has been released. Students tend to follow the same schedule until the end, which is not a healthy practice. The human body needs to tune its daily schedule to work at its maximum efficiency. After one receives his or her admit card, he or she must tune or plan their schedule according to their final exam slot. This helps the body be the most productive and efficient in that time slot.

These are some of the mistakes that aspirants generally make while preparing for RRB JE CBT 2. Aspirants can follow the above-mentioned tips to increase their score. These tips are general in nature, and aspirants can modify them as per their conditions and requirements.

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FAQs

1. What are the most common mistakes in RRB JE CBT 2?

Ans: Some most common mistakes that aspirants make in RRB JE CBT 2 are:

• Incomplete syllabus.
• Neglecting non-technical section.
• Less Practice.
• Poor time management.

2. Which topics should not be skipped for RRB JE CBT 2?

Ans: Aspirants should not skip any topic for RRB JE CBT 2.

3. Is it okay to focus more on the technical section in RRB JE CBT 2?

Ans: Yes, it is alright to focus more on technical section in RRB JE CBT 2. However aspirants should also focus on non-technical areas.

4. How to reduce negative marking in RRB JE CBT 2?

Ans: To reduce negative marking in RRB JE CBT 2, aspirants should attempt only those question in which they are completely sure.