Download the RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 PDF and check the latest exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme, and selection process for Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment. Get complete preparation details for CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, important topics, and recommended books to boost your exam readiness.

Overview :

RRB ALP Syllabus 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has officially released the detailed syllabus for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam under CEN No. 01/2026. Candidates preparing for the RRB ALP recruitment can download the official syllabus PDF, exam pattern, and marking scheme from this page. 

Exam Name	RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam 2026 (CEN 01/2026)
Conducting Body	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Post Name	Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Vacancies	11,127 (Tentative)
Exam Mode	Online (Computer Based Test)
Selection Process	CBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Official Website	Regional RRB Websites

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Exam Pattern :

Stage 1: CBT-1 (Screening)

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	75	75	60 Minutes
Mental Ability/Reasoning
General Science
Total			60 Minutes

Key Points for CBT-1:

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
• Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS – 40%, OBC – 30%, SC/ST – 25-30%
• Marks of CBT-1 are not counted for final merit (only for screening)

Stage 2: CBT-2

Part	Subjects	Questions	Duration
Part-A	Mathematics + Reasoning + Basic Science & Engineering	100	90 Minutes
Part-B	Trade Syllabus (Qualifying)	75	60 Minutes

Key Points for CBT-2:

• Negative Marking: 1/3 in both parts
• Part-A Marks used for merit
• Part-B: Minimum 35% qualifying marks (irrespective of category)

Stage 3: Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)

• Qualifying in nature
• No negative marking
• Minimum T-Score of 42 in each test battery
• Only candidates qualifying CBT-2 are called (8 times vacancies)

Selection Process :

• CBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Examination

Subject Wise Syllabus :

CBT-1 & CBT-2 Part-A Syllabus

1. Mathematics

Number System, BODMAS, Decimals & Fractions
LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages
Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance
Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss
Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics
Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock

2. Mental Ability / Reasoning

Analogies, Alphabetical & Number Series
Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations
Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation
Conclusions & Decision Making, Analytical Reasoning
Directions, Statement-Arguments & Assumptions

3. General Science (10th Standard Level)

Physics: Motion, Force, Work & Energy, Sound, Light, Electricity, Magnetism
Chemistry: Matter, Atoms & Molecules, Acids, Bases & Salts, Chemical Reactions
Biology: Life Processes, Control & Coordination, Reproduction, Heredity

4. Basic Science & Engineering (CBT-2 Part-A)

Engineering Drawing (Projections, Views, Lines, Geometric Figures)
Units & Measurements, Mass, Weight & Density
Work, Power & Energy, Speed & Velocity
Basic Electricity, Levers & Simple Machines
Occupational Safety & Health, Environment Education
IT Literacy

5. Part-B (Trade Syllabus)

Questions from the trade syllabus as per DGT (ITI/Trade Apprenticeship)
Candidates with ITI must choose their trade
Degree/Diploma candidates select trade as per engineering discipline

Important Topics for Exam :

• High-Level Reasoning & Puzzles
• Arithmetic + Advanced Maths
• Basic Science & Engineering Concepts
• Trade-specific Technical Questions
• CBAT Psychological Tests

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