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NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical Syllabus 2026: Topic List

NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical syllabus 2026 from the 14 October 2026 notice: reasoning, general knowledge, and 12 mechanical topics for 60 marks.

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In short

  • NCRTC published the CBT syllabus on 14 October 2026.
  • Section C has 12 mechanical topics in three groups for 60 questions.
  • Reasoning and General Knowledge carry 20 questions each and are common for all posts.
On this page 8 sections

The NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical syllabus 2026 has three sections: Reasoning, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, and Subject Knowledge. NCRTC published it in a notice dated 14 October 2026. Subject Knowledge for Supervisor-I (Mechanical), post code D04, has 60 questions and 12 listed topics. This page is part of the NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical 2026 guide.

Syllabus at a glance

SectionSubjectQuestionsTopics listed
AReasoning203 areas
BGeneral Knowledge and Current Affairs206 areas
CSubject Knowledge (Mechanical, D04)6012 topics in 3 groups

The exam pattern page explains the marks and the time limit for these sections.

Section A: Reasoning (20 questions)

Section A is common for all post codes D01 to D09. It lists these areas:

  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning
  • Analytical Reasoning, which includes Statement, Argument, Assumption, Conclusion, Course of Action, Syllogism, and Cause and Effects

Analytical Reasoning has the longest list in this section. Practice each of its named parts, because the notice lists them one by one.

Section B: General Knowledge and Current Affairs (20 questions)

Section B is also common for all post codes D01 to D09. It lists these areas:

  • Indian History
  • Geography
  • Science
  • Indian Polity
  • Economics
  • Current Affairs (National and International)

Current Affairs covers both national and international events. Read the news on a regular basis for this area.

NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical syllabus 2026 for Section C (60 questions)

Section C is specific to each post code. The notice gives a separate list for each of the nine posts. Study only the D04 list below. The lists for Electrical, Electronics, Civil, and the other posts do not apply to Supervisor-I (Mechanical).

Applied Mechanics and Design

  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Strength of Materials (SOM)
  • Theory of Materials (TOM)
  • Machine Design

Thermal Engineering

  • Thermodynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Hydraulic Mechanics
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC)

Manufacturing and Production

  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Workshop Technology
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Material Science

How to use the NCRTC syllabus

Section C holds 60 of the 100 marks. Give it the most study time. Sections A and B hold the other 40 marks. They use the same syllabus for every post code, so one study plan covers both.

The three Section C groups have four topics each. A balanced plan covers all 12 topics. NCRTC lists each one for the CBT. Test yourself on each topic before the exam.

Next, return to the guide for NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical 2026 for the current stage. You can also read the selection process page to see how the CBT leads to the medical test.

Frequently asked questions

What is the NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical syllabus?
The syllabus has three sections: Reasoning with 20 questions, General Knowledge and Current Affairs with 20 questions, and Subject Knowledge with 60 questions. Subject Knowledge covers Applied Mechanics and Design, Thermal Engineering, and Manufacturing and Production.
How many questions come from mechanical subjects in the NCRTC CBT?
Sixty questions come from Section C, Subject Knowledge. For post code D04, this section covers 12 topics in three groups. It is 60% of the 100 questions in the CBT.
Which topics come under Thermal Engineering in the NCRTC syllabus?
Thermal Engineering lists four topics: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulic Mechanics, and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC). It is one of three groups in the Subject Knowledge section for Supervisor-I (Mechanical).
Does the NCRTC syllabus include current affairs?
Yes. Section B, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, includes national and international current affairs. It also lists Indian History, Geography, Science, Indian Polity, and Economics. Section B has 20 questions.
Is the reasoning syllabus the same for all NCRTC posts?
Yes. Reasoning and General Knowledge are common for all post codes D01 to D09. Only Section C, Subject Knowledge, differs by post. Supervisor-I (Mechanical) uses the D04 list for Section C.
When did NCRTC publish the Operations and Maintenance syllabus?
NCRTC published the CBT pattern and syllabus in a notice dated 14 October 2026. The notice refers to Vacancy Notice 32/2026 and covers post codes D01 to D09.
Does the NCRTC Supervisor Mechanical syllabus include Machine Design?
Yes. Machine Design is the fourth topic under Applied Mechanics and Design. The group also lists Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials (SOM), and Theory of Materials (TOM).
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  • NotificationNCRTC Vacancy Notice 32/2026 lists 3 Supervisor-I (Mechanical) posts. See dates, the 67-post vacancy …
  • EligibilityNCRTC Supervisor Mechanical eligibility 2026 needs a 3-year full-time diploma and age 28 or less on …
  • How to applyNCRTC Supervisor Mechanical application 2026 ran online at www.ncrtc.in. See the ₹500 fee, photo and …
  • Selection processNCRTC Supervisor Mechanical selection process 2026 has a CBT and a medical test. See 60% and 50% …
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