Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
RRB ALP Syllabus 2026
The RRB ALP 2026 selection process includes CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. The detailed exam pattern and syllabus are prescribed in CEN 01/2026.
RRB ALP Exam Stages
- First Stage CBT (CBT-1)
- Second Stage CBT (CBT-2)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT-1 Exam Pattern
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Questions | 75 |
| Marks | 75 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Role of CBT-1 | Screening test only; marks are not counted in the final panel |
Minimum qualifying percentage in CBT-1: UR/EWS 40%, OBC (NCL) 30%, SC 30%, and ST 25%.
CBT-1 Syllabus
Mathematics
- Number System, BODMAS
- Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF
- Ratio and Proportion, Percentages
- Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss
- Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry
- Elementary Statistics, Square Root
- Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, Pipes and Cistern
Mental Ability
- Analogies
- Alphabetical and Number Series
- Coding and Decoding
- Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism
- Jumbling, Venn Diagram
- Data Interpretation and Sufficiency
- Conclusions and Decision Making
- Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning
- Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions
General Science
- Physics of 10th standard level
- Chemistry of 10th standard level
- Life Sciences of 10th standard level
CBT-2 Exam Pattern
| Part | Duration | Questions | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | 90 Minutes | 100 | Used for shortlisting to CBAT and final merit weightage |
| Part-B | 60 Minutes | 75 | Qualifying trade test |
Total Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Total Questions: 175 | Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
Only Part-A marks are counted for further shortlisting, provided the candidate secures at least 35% in Part-B.
CBT-2 Syllabus
Part-A
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Basic Science and Engineering
Basic Science and Engineering broadly includes engineering drawing, units and measurements, mass, weight and density, work, power and energy, speed and velocity, heat and temperature, basic electricity, levers and simple machines, occupational safety and health, environment education, and IT literacy.
Part-B
Part-B is qualifying in nature and contains trade-based questions according to the candidate's ITI / apprenticeship / diploma / degree background.
- Electrical stream choices include Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Wireman, Armature & Coil Winder, and Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic.
- Electronics stream choices include Electronics Mechanic and Mechanic (Radio & TV).
- Mechanical stream choices include Fitter, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Turner, Machinist, Heat Engine, Millwright / Maintenance Mechanic, and Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic.
- Automobile stream choices include Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, and Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic.
CBAT and Final Merit
- CBAT is conducted only for candidates shortlisted after CBT-2.
- There is no negative marking in CBAT.
- Candidates must secure a minimum T-score of 42 in each test battery separately.
- Final merit is prepared by giving 50% weightage to Part-A of CBT-2 and 50% weightage to CBAT.