# RRB Dialysis Technician Exam Pattern 2026 and Syllabus

> RRB Dialysis Technician exam pattern 2026: 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes, 1/3 negative marking, section marks, and the five professional subjects.

Source: https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/exam-pattern/
Category: [RRB](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/)
Guide: [RRB Paramedical (Dialysis Technician) 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/)

## In short

- The CBT has 100 questions for 100 marks. The time is 90 minutes.
- Professional ability carries 70 marks. The other three sections carry 10 marks each.
- Each wrong answer costs 1/3 of the marks for that question.


The RRB Dialysis Technician exam pattern 2026 is a single-stage computer-based test (CBT). The paper has **100 questions** for **100 marks**. You get **90 minutes**. Each wrong answer costs **1/3** of the marks for that question. Return to the [RRB Dialysis Technician 2026 guide](/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/) for all pages.

## What is the RRB Dialysis Technician exam pattern 2026?

The CBT has four sections. The notification calls the section split indicative. The question paper may vary.

| Section                                                | Questions | Marks   |
| ------------------------------------------------------ | --------- | ------- |
| Professional ability                                   | 70        | 70      |
| General Awareness                                      | 10        | 10      |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning | 10        | 10      |
| General Science                                        | 10        | 10      |
| **Total**                                              | **100**   | **100** |

All questions are objective and multiple choice. Each question has four options and only one correct answer. The notification gives one section table for all posts in CEN 05/2026.

## What are the marking rules and the time limit?

The marking rules help you decide how many questions to attempt. The table lists the main rules.

| Rule                                                       | Detail                                    |
| ---------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| Duration                                                   | 90 minutes                                |
| Duration for PwBD candidates who are eligible for a scribe | 120 minutes                               |
| Negative marking                                           | 1/3 of the marks for each wrong answer    |
| Language                                                   | English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages |
| Calculator                                                 | Not allowed                               |

The CBT shows each question in your chosen language and in English. The RRB will also put mock tests on its official website so you can learn the online format.

### How does negative marking change your attempt?

A wrong answer on a one-mark question costs about 0.33 mark. A random guess among four options gives no gain on average. If you can remove one option, a guess adds a small gain. Skip a question when you cannot remove any option.

## What is the RRB Dialysis Technician syllabus?

Professional ability carries 70 percent of the marks. Give most of your study time to this section. The notification lists five subjects for the Dialysis Technician post:

- Anatomy
- Biochemistry and Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Introduction to Kidney Diseases
- Principles and Practice of Dialysis

The other 30 marks cover General Awareness, General Arithmetic, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Science. The RRB lists topics for these sections in Annexure C of the CEN. Read the detailed CEN on the official RRB website.

{{< callout type="official" >}}
Download the detailed CEN with Annexure C from the [official RRB website](https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in/). Use it as your only syllabus source.
{{< /callout >}}

## How does the exam pattern link to the selection process?

You must score the minimum marks for your category in this CBT. The RRB then ranks candidates by merit. Read the [selection process](/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/selection-process/) for the minimum marks and the tie rule. Read the [eligibility rules](/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/eligibility/) to confirm your qualification.

## What is the next step after you learn the exam pattern?

Next, learn how the RRBs release the e-call letter and what to carry. Read the [RRB Dialysis Technician admit card rules](/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/admit-card/).


## Frequently asked questions

### What is the RRB Dialysis Technician exam pattern 2026?

The exam is a single-stage computer-based test (CBT) with 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks. You get 90 minutes. Professional ability has 70 questions. The three general sections have 10 questions each.

### What is the negative marking in the RRB Dialysis Technician exam?

The RRB deducts 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question for each wrong answer. With one mark per question, a wrong answer costs about 0.33 mark. Three wrong answers cancel one right answer.

### How much time do PwBD candidates get in the CBT?

PwBD candidates who are eligible for a scribe get 120 minutes instead of 90 minutes. The RRB also gives compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour to candidates who are eligible for a scribe.

### What is the syllabus for RRB Dialysis Technician professional ability?

The syllabus has five subjects. They are Anatomy, Biochemistry and Pharmacology, Physiology, Introduction to Kidney Diseases, and Principles and Practice of Dialysis. The section carries 70 marks.

### In which languages does the RRB set the CBT?

The RRB sets the CBT in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages. You choose one language in the application. The CBT shows each question in your chosen language and in English.

### Can I use a calculator in the RRB CBT?

No. The RRB does not allow calculators or other electronic devices in the exam centre. A candidate who carries a mobile phone or any wireless device, even switched off, loses the candidature.

## More in this guide

- [RRB Paramedical (Dialysis Technician) 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/): RRB Dialysis Technician 2026 guide: 1 vacancy, Level 6 pay of ₹35,400, age 20 to 33, B.Sc. plus haemodialysis, and CBT details under CEN 05/2026.
- [Notification](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/notification/): RRB Dialysis Technician notification 2026 under CEN 05/2026: 1 vacancy, 590 total posts, Level 6 pay of ₹35,400, and all key application dates.
- [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/eligibility/): RRB Dialysis Technician eligibility 2026: age 20 to 33 on 1 January 2027, B.Sc. plus haemodialysis diploma, age relaxation table, and B1 medical standard.
- [How to Apply](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/how-to-apply/): RRB Dialysis Technician apply online 2026: application steps, ₹500 and ₹250 fee table with refund, live photo rules, and closing dates under CEN 05/2026.
- [Selection Process](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/selection-process/): RRB Dialysis Technician selection process 2026: single-stage CBT, document verification, medical exam, 1:1 shortlisting, and qualifying marks.
- [Admit Card](https://bunkpoint.com/article/rrb/rrb-paramedical-dialysis-technician-cbt-1-2026/admit-card/): RRB Dialysis Technician admit card 2026: e-call letter about 4 days before the CBT, city slip about 10 days before, documents to carry, and banned items.