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Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have released CEN No. 01/2026 for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) with 11,127 vacancies. The official notification was released on 14 May 2026, and online applications start on 15 May 2026 through the RRB application portal.

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Railway RRB ALP Syllabus Details 2026

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Selection Process

CBT‑1 (First Stage Computer Based Test).
CBT‑2 (Second Stage Computer Based Test).
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT).
Document Verification.
Medical Examination.

CBT scores are the main marks‑based stage; CBAT‑result is qualifying for ALP‑grade posts.

Exam Pattern – CBT‑1

Section	Questions	Marks	Time
Mathematics	20	20	60 Minutes (Total)
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25	60 Minutes (Total)
Basic Science & Engineering	20	20	60 Minutes (Total)
General Awareness & Current Affairs	10	10	60 Minutes (Total)
Total	75	75	1 Hour

Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer.

Detailed Syllabus – CBT‑1

1) Mathematics (20 Marks)

Number System.
BODMAS.
Fractions & Decimals.
LCM & HCF.
Ratio & Proportion.
Percentage.
Mensuration (Area & Volume).
Time & Work.
Time & Distance.
Simple & Compound Interest.
Profit & Loss.
Algebra.
Geometry & Basic Trigonometry.
Statistics basic (mean, median, mode).

2) General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Marks)

Analogies.
Classification.
Series (Number & Alphabet).
Coding & Decoding.
Mathematical Operations.
Blood Relations.
Direction & Distance.
Syllogism.
Venn Diagram.
Data Sufficiency.
Puzzles, Seating Arrangement.
Decision Making, Statements & Arguments.

3) Basic Science & Engineering (20 Marks)

Physics (10th Level): Forces, Motion, Energy, Work, Power, Heat, Light, Electricity, Magnetism.
Chemistry (10th Level): Basic reactions, Acids & Bases, Metals & Non‑metals, Periodic Table basics.
Biology (10th Level): Human body, Nutrition, Health & Diseases.
Engineering Basics: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics fundamentals.

4) General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Marks)

Static GK: History, Geography, Polity, Indian Art & Culture, Environment & Facts about India.
Current Affairs (last 6–12 months).
Sports, Awards, Books & Authors, Science & Technology.

Exam Pattern – CBT‑2

CBT‑2 has two parts: Part A (Technical) and Part B (General).

Part	Section	Questions	Marks
Part‑A	Technical (ITI‑based trade)	100	100
Part‑B	General Subjects (same as CBT‑1)	50	50
Total	CBT‑2	150	150

Time: 2 Hours (120 minutes).
Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer.

Detailed Syllabus – CBT‑2

Part‑A: Technical (ITI‑based – 100 Marks)

Tech syllabus depends on applied ITI trade (e.g., Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, etc.) and is based on ITI‑level curriculum.

For example:

Electrician: Basic electricity, motors, transformers, wiring, machines, measurement, safety rules.
Fitter: Tools, fitting, machine operation, maintenance.

Candidates must check official RRB‑provided trade‑wise technical syllabus PDF for their exact ITI trade.

Part‑B: General (50 Marks – same as CBT‑1)

Same sections as CBT‑1: Mathematics, Reasoning, Science, and General Awareness.

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)

CBAT is qualifying for ALP posts and consists of five psycho‑aptitude tests:

Memory & Concentration Based Test.
Depth Perception & Visual Precision Test.
Graphical & Spatial Visualization Test.
Speed & Reaction‑Time Test.
Attention & Observation Test.

There is no fixed syllabus PDF for CBAT; only practice‑oriented tests & demo sets are provided by RRB.

Preparation Tips

Start with CBT‑1 basics: Strong practice of Maths, Reasoning, Science, and Current Affairs for quick scoring.
Then focus on CBT‑2 Part‑A: Thoroughly revise ITI‑level trade‑specific subjects (Electrician/Fitter/Mechanic/etc.).
Practice full‑length CBT‑1 & CBT‑2 mocks with negative marking.
For CBAT, practice online RRB‑style aptitude tests and demo sets daily.

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FAQ

Question	Answer
What is the exam pattern for RRB ALP?	CBT‑1 (75 MCQs, 60 minutes), CBT‑2 (150 MCQs, 120 minutes – Part‑A Technical + Part‑B General), and CBAT (qualifying psycho‑test).
Is there negative marking?	Yes, 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer in CBT‑1 and CBT‑2.
Is CBAT qualifying?	Yes, CBAT results are qualifying‑only; no specific marks counted in final merit.
What is the main focus section?	CBT‑2 Part‑A (Technical/ITI‑based) because it has 100 marks and is trade‑specific.
Do I need ITI?	Yes, minimum 10th passed with ITI/Engineering Diploma in relevant trade is required.

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have released CEN No. 01/2026 for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) with 11,127 vacancies. The official notification was released on 14 May 2026, and online applications start on 15 May 2026 through the RRB application portal.