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The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) is a Schedule 'A' Public Sector Enterprise under the administrative control of the Ministry of Railways. The recruitment for the post of Executive (Operations & Business Development) is one of the most dynamic, fast-tracked, and prestigious opportunities within the railway sector. DFCCIL is modernizing India's freight infrastructure, and the Ops & BD executives act as the brain of this network. They function akin to Station Masters and Traffic Controllers, managing the movement of high-speed freight trains, optimizing route capacities, and handling massive commercial freight logistics. Because it is a corporate PSU, it offers better corporate perks, faster promotions, and superior working conditions compared to standard Indian Railways.

The recruitment process for this highly coveted post is intensive and purely merit-based, consisting of a Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 1, CBT Stage 2, and a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT). CBT Stage 1 is a qualifying 90-minute screening test featuring 100 questions on Math, General Awareness, General Science, and Reasoning. Marks from CBT 1 are only used to shortlist candidates for Stage 2 (typically at a 1:20 ratio).

CBT Stage 2 is the core merit-deciding examination. It consists of 120 questions (120 marks) to be solved in 120 minutes. The syllabus is highly unique: alongside Math and Reasoning, it features a massive 60-question section dedicated to the "History of Indian Railways and DFCCIL", "Economics & Marketing", and "Customer Relations". Candidates who clear CBT 2 must then pass the CBAT (Psycho Test). The final merit list is an aggregate, giving 70% weightage to the CBT Stage 2 marks and 30% weightage to the CBAT score. For generic graduates seeking an elite railway career without needing a technical engineering degree, this exam is a phenomenal choice.

Eligibility Criteria

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Salary: ₹ 25000

Important Date

Starting Date: 15-Mar-2026 12:00 AM

Closing Date: 20-Apr-2026 12:00 AM

Q1: What is the educational qualification required for Executive (Ops & BD)?
A1: The post is highly accessible. Candidates must possess a standard Graduation Degree (Bachelor's) in any discipline from a recognized University with not less than 60% marks in aggregate.
Q2: Does the DFCCIL exam have negative marking?
A2: Yes. In both CBT Stage 1 and CBT Stage 2, there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) marks for every incorrect answer. However, there is no negative marking in the CBAT (Psycho Test).
Q3: What exactly is the "History of Indian Railways and DFCCIL" section?
A3: This is a specialized syllabus unique to this exam. It tests knowledge on the establishment of Indian Railways, the evolution of gauge conversions, the inception of DFCCIL, funding bodies (like World Bank/JICA) for the eastern and western corridors, and recent railway budgets and Vande Bharat expansions.
Q4: Is the medical standard for this post very strict?
A4: Yes. Since this is an operational post similar to a Station Master, candidates must meet the strict "A2" medical standard. This requires 6/9 distant vision without glasses, and candidates must pass tests for color vision, binocular vision, and night vision.

CBT Stage 1 (Screening): Mathematics / Numerical Ability (30 Qs), General Awareness (15 Qs), General Science (15 Qs), Logical Reasoning / General Intelligence (30 Qs), Knowledge about Railways/DFCCIL (10 Qs).

CBT Stage 2 (Merit Deciding): General Knowledge (12 Qs), Logical Reasoning (12 Qs), Numerical Ability (24 Qs), General Science (24 Qs), History of Indian Railways and DFCCIL (24 Qs), Economics & Marketing and Customer Relations (24 Qs).

CBAT (Aptitude Test): Tests measuring intelligence, spatial scanning, concentration, perceptual speed, and personality (No negative marking in CBAT).

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