# DCB AE Mechanical 2026 Exam Pattern: Marks and Sections

> DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam pattern: one CBT with 120 questions, 120 marks, 120 minutes, and negative marking of 0.33 per wrong answer.

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Guide: [Delhi Cantonment Board Assistant Engineer Mechanical 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/)

## In short

- One CBT has 120 questions for 120 marks in 120 minutes.
- Section B has 80 marks and tests Mechanical Engineering.
- Each wrong answer removes 0.33 marks.


The DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam pattern has one computer-based test (CBT) with **120 questions** for **120 marks**. The test lasts **120 minutes**. The Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) deducts **0.33 marks** for each wrong answer. This page belongs to the [Delhi Cantonment Board AE Mechanical 2026 guide](/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/).

## What is the DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam pattern?

The paper has two sections. Section A tests general subjects. Section B tests the subject of your post, which is Mechanical Engineering for the Assistant Engineer (AE) Mechanical post.

| Section | Subjects                                                                                                       | Questions | Marks |
| ------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------- | ----- |
| A       | General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Arithmetic and Numerical Ability, English Comprehension | 40        | 40    |
| B       | Mechanical Engineering                                                                                         | 80        | 80    |
| Total   | Not applicable                                                                                                 | 120       | 120   |

Each question carries 1 mark. Section B carries **80 of the 120 marks**. So your engineering subject decides most of your score. Plan most of your study time for Section B.

## What is the marking scheme?

All questions are objective type with multiple choices. The table shows the rules that apply to your score.

| Rule                                      | Detail                                          |
| ----------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| Marks for a right answer                  | 1 mark                                          |
| Marks removed for a wrong answer          | 0.33 marks                                      |
| Marks removed for an unattempted question | 0 marks                                         |
| Test duration                             | 120 minutes                                     |
| Language                                  | Hindi and English, except English Comprehension |

A wrong answer removes 0.33 marks from your total. So a blind guess has a cost. Answer a question only when you can remove at least one option with confidence.

The test gives 120 minutes for 120 questions. That is an average of 1 minute for each question. Use less time on easy questions, and keep time for Section B.

## How does the selection process work?

The board selects candidates through **one stage**. This stage is the CBT. The board holds no interview and no skill test for this post.

The final merit list uses the CBT marks only. Shortlisted candidates must then show their original documents at the document verification. The [DCB AE Mechanical 2026 how to apply](/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/how-to-apply/) page lists the documents.

The post has only 1 vacancy. So the candidate with the top marks in the merit list fills the seat. Read the [notification page](/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/notification/) for the vacancy table.

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The notification gives an indicative syllabus for each section. Read it on the [official website of the Delhi Cantonment Board](https://delhi.cantt.gov.in). The board also posts the date, time, and venue of the exam there.
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## What is the best way to use the pattern?

Use the pattern to plan your practice. Keep these points in mind.

- Practice 40 Section A questions and 80 Section B questions in one 120-minute sitting.
- Track how many wrong answers you give in each section.
- Keep a short list of Mechanical Engineering topics that you miss most often.

The [DCB AE Mechanical 2026 eligibility](/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/eligibility/) page confirms that you may sit the test. The test is on 15 November 2026.

**Next step:** Read the [DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam date](/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/exam-date/) page for the shift and the reporting time.


## Frequently asked questions

### What is the DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam pattern?

The exam is one computer-based test with 120 objective questions for 120 marks. Section A has 40 questions and Section B has 80 questions. The test lasts 120 minutes. Each question carries 1 mark.

### Is there negative marking in DCB AE Mechanical 2026?

Yes. The board deducts 0.33 marks for each wrong answer to a 1 mark question. The board does not deduct marks for questions that you leave unattempted.

### How many questions come from Mechanical Engineering in DCB AE?

Section B has 80 questions on Mechanical Engineering. They carry 80 of the 120 marks. This is two-thirds of the paper, so your engineering subject decides most of your score.

### What are the subjects in Section A of DCB AE 2026?

Section A has 40 questions for 40 marks. The subjects are General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Arithmetic and Numerical Ability, and English Comprehension. Section B then covers Mechanical Engineering.

### In which language is the DCB AE Mechanical paper?

The paper is in Hindi and English. The only exception is the English Comprehension part, which is in English only. You can read each question in either language.

### How does DCB select candidates for AE Mechanical?

The board selects candidates through one computer-based test only. It holds no interview and no skill test. The final merit list uses the marks of the test, and shortlisted candidates then go through document verification.

## More in this guide

- [Delhi Cantonment Board Assistant Engineer Mechanical 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/): Delhi Cantonment Board AE Mechanical 2026 guide: 1 vacancy, Level 7 pay of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400, and the CBT on 15 November 2026.
- [Notification](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/notification/): DCB AE Mechanical 2026 notification: 1 unreserved vacancy, Level 7 pay of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400, and the 15 November 2026 exam date.
- [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/eligibility/): DCB AE Mechanical 2026 eligibility: degree in Mechanical Engineering, age 21 to 30 years on 14 August 2026, and age relaxation by category.
- [How to Apply](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/how-to-apply/): DCB AE Mechanical 2026 how to apply: online steps, ₹850 fee per post, fee exemptions, and the documents for the 14 August 2026 deadline.
- [Exam Date](https://bunkpoint.com/article/dcb/delhi-cantonment-board-assistant-engineer-mechanical-2026/exam-date/): DCB AE Mechanical 2026 exam date is 15 November 2026 in Shift 1, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. See reporting time, admit card rule, and items to carry.