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RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 - CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT Complete Exam Pattern

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Updated: 11 March 2026

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250 Marks
60 min (CBT 1), 150 min (CBT 2), 73 min (CBAT)
Negative: Yes (1/3)

Exam Overview

Exam NameRRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) & Technician 2026
OrganizationRailway
Total Marks250
Total Papers3
Duration60 min (CBT 1), 150 min (CBT 2), 73 min (CBAT)
Negative MarkingYes (1/3)
Last UpdatedMarch 2026

Complete Syllabus

RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 - CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT Complete Topic-wise Breakdown

Bhaiyon, RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) aur Technician ki bharti Railway ki sabse popular exams mein se ek hai. CEN 01/2025 ke under 9,970 posts hain. Exam 3 stages mein hota hai - CBT 1 (screening), CBT 2 (merit), aur CBAT (aptitude test - sirf ALP ke liye). Is page pe complete topic-wise syllabus milega har stage ke liye.


Quick Info

Detail Information
Exam Name RRB ALP & Technician (CEN 01/2025)
Conducting Body Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Total Posts 9,970
CBT 1 75 Qs, 75 Marks, 60 Minutes
CBT 2 Part A (100 Marks) + Part B (75 Marks), 150 Minutes
CBAT Aptitude Test, 73 Minutes (ALP only)
Negative Marking 1/3 mark per wrong answer (CBT 1 & 2)
Qualification 10th + ITI (relevant trade) / Diploma / Engineering Degree
Official Website rrbapply.gov.in
RRB Patna (Bihar) rrbpatna.gov.in

Direct Links

Purpose Link
RRB Apply Portal rrbapply.gov.in
RRB Patna (Bihar Zone) rrbpatna.gov.in

Selection Process - 5 Stages

Stage Details Nature
Stage 1 CBT 1 (Computer Based Test) Screening - qualify karna hai
Stage 2 CBT 2 Part A + Part B Part A = Merit, Part B = Qualifying
Stage 3 CBAT (Aptitude Test) Sirf ALP post ke liye (Technician ko nahi)
Stage 4 Document Verification Eliminatory
Stage 5 Medical Examination Railway medical standards

Final Merit Formula

Component Weightage
CBT 2 Part A marks 70%
CBAT marks 30%
Total 100%

Technician post ke liye: CBAT nahi hota - merit sirf CBT 2 Part A se banti hai.


CBT 1 Exam Pattern (Screening)

Parameter Details
Total Questions 75
Total Marks 75
Duration 60 Minutes
Type Objective MCQ
Negative Marking 1/3 mark per wrong answer
Difficulty Level Class 10 (SSLC/Matric)
Purpose Screening only - marks merit mein nahi judte

CBT 1 Subject-wise Distribution

Subject Questions Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25
Mathematics 20 20
General Science 15 15
General Awareness & Current Affairs 15 15
Total 75 75

CBT 1 Detailed Syllabus (Class 10 Level)

Mathematics (20 Questions)

Topic Key Areas
Number System Natural, Whole, Integer, Rational numbers, BODMAS
Fractions & Decimals Operations, conversions
LCM & HCF Word problems
Ratio & Proportion Direct/Inverse proportion
Percentage Calculation, word problems
Simple & Compound Interest Formulas, comparison
Profit & Loss Discount, marked price
Time & Work Pipes & Cisterns
Time, Speed & Distance Trains, boats, relative speed
Mensuration Area, volume - rectangle, circle, cylinder, cone, sphere
Algebra Basic equations, polynomials
Geometry & Trigonometry Angles, triangles, basic trig ratios
Statistics Mean, median, mode
Square Root Calculation methods
Age Problems Linear equations based
Calendar & Clock Days, angles

General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions)

Topic Key Areas
Analogies Word, number, figure based
Number Series Missing number, pattern finding
Alphabet Series Letter patterns, coding
Coding-Decoding Letter, number, mixed coding
Mathematical Operations Symbol replacement
Relationships Blood relations
Syllogism Statements and conclusions
Venn Diagram Set relationships
Data Interpretation Tables, graphs
Analytical Reasoning Arrangement, ranking
Classification Odd one out
Directions North-South-East-West problems
Statement-Arguments Strong/weak arguments
Mirror/Water Image Figure reflection
Pattern Completion Figure series

General Science (15 Questions)

Topic Key Areas
Physics Motion, Force, Work & Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, Units
Chemistry Elements & Compounds, Acids/Bases/Salts, Metals & Non-metals, Chemical Reactions, Periodic Table
Biology Cell, Human Body Systems, Diseases, Nutrition, Plants, Reproduction, Environment

NCERT Class 9-10 Science books se aata hai. Railway ke liye Physics pe zyada focus karo.

General Awareness & Current Affairs (15 Questions)

Topic Key Areas
Current Affairs Last 6-12 months national/international events
Science & Technology Recent discoveries, space missions
Sports Championships, Olympics, Cricket, awards
Culture Indian heritage, festivals, dance forms
Economics Basic concepts, budget, GDP
Personalities Famous people, awards, books

CBT 2 Exam Pattern (Merit)

Part A (Merit Determining)

Parameter Details
Total Questions 100
Total Marks 100
Duration 90 Minutes
Negative Marking 1/3 mark per wrong answer
Purpose 70% weightage in final merit
Subject Topics
Mathematics Same as CBT 1 (higher difficulty)
General Intelligence & Reasoning Same as CBT 1 (higher difficulty)
Basic Science & Engineering New - detailed below
General Awareness Current Affairs + static GK

Part B (Qualifying Only)

Parameter Details
Total Questions 75
Duration 60 Minutes
Qualifying Marks 35% (all categories)
Content Trade-specific (ITI trade syllabus)
Purpose Qualifying only - marks merit mein nahi

Combined Duration: Part A + Part B = 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes)


CBT 2 Part A - Basic Science & Engineering Syllabus

Ye subject CBT 2 mein naya aata hai - CBT 1 mein nahi hota:

Engineering Drawing

Topic Details
Projections Orthographic, Isometric views
Drawing Instruments T-Square, Set Square, Compass
Lines Types of lines, line conventions
Geometric Figures Polygons, Ellipse, Circles
Drawing Sheets Sizes A0-A5, layout
Symbolic Representation Engineering symbols

Basic Engineering Concepts

Topic Details
Units & Measurements SI units, conversion
Mass, Weight & Density Formulas, numerical
Work, Power & Energy Definitions, units, problems
Speed & Velocity Uniform, non-uniform motion
Heat & Temperature Scales, specific heat, transfer
Basic Electricity Ohm's Law, circuits, series/parallel, power, magnetism
Levers & Simple Machines Mechanical advantage, types
Occupational Safety & Health Workplace safety rules
Environment Education Pollution, conservation
IT Literacy Computer basics, MS Office, Internet fundamentals

CBT 2 Part B - Trade Specific

Part B mein tumhare ITI trade ka specific syllabus aata hai. Syllabus DGT (Directorate General of Training) ke trade syllabus ke according hota hai.

Common Trades

Trade Focus Areas
Electrician Wiring, motors, transformers, electrical circuits
Fitter Fitting tools, measurements, machining, welding
Electronics Mechanic Electronic components, circuits, digital electronics
Mechanic Diesel Diesel engines, fuel system, cooling, lubrication
Welder Welding types, safety, joints, electrodes
Turner Lathe operations, cutting tools, measurements
Machinist Machine tools, drilling, milling, grinding

Part B mein sirf 35% marks chahiye qualify karne ke liye. ITI ki trade-specific book revise karo.


CBAT - Computer Based Aptitude Test (ALP Only)

Parameter Details
Duration 73 Minutes
Test Batteries 5
Negative Marking None
Qualifying Score Minimum T-score 42 in each battery
Weightage 30% in final merit
For ALP post only (Technician ke liye nahi)

5 Test Batteries

Battery What it Tests Description
Memory Test Recall ability Sequences of numbers, letters, symbols yaad karna
Following Directions Instruction comprehension Complex instructions samajh ke follow karna
Depth Perception Spatial judgment Distances aur depth judge karna
Concentration Test Focus & attention Detail pe dhyan dena under pressure
Perceptual Speed Visual comparison speed Quickly compare visual patterns

CBAT Tips

  • CBAT ki practice online mock tests se karo - bahut saari free mock tests available hain
  • Memory test: Daily number sequence practice karo - phone numbers, train numbers
  • Concentration: Meditation aur focus exercises help karti hain
  • CBAT mein negative marking nahi hai - sab attempt karo
  • Ye Loco Pilot ke liye important hai - train chalane ke liye ye abilities zaroori hain

Exam Strategy

CBT 1 (Screening)

Subject Priority Time Allocation
Reasoning (25 Qs) HIGH 20 min
Math (20 Qs) HIGH 25 min
Science (15 Qs) MEDIUM 8 min
GK/CA (15 Qs) LOW 7 min
  • CBT 1 sirf screening hai - bas qualify karna hai
  • Reasoning + Math mein maximum marks score karo (45 out of 75)
  • Science NCERT se padho - Class 10 level
  • GK ke liye current affairs last 6 months cover karo

CBT 2 Part A (Merit)

  • Ye paper sabse important hai - 70% weightage
  • Basic Science & Engineering naya subject hai - Engineering Drawing practice karo
  • Math aur Reasoning higher difficulty pe aayega - Class 12 level practice karo
  • Electricity, Magnetism, Ohm's Law Railway ka favourite topic hai

Scam Warning

Railway ALP ke naam pe scam bahut hota hai!

  • "ALP paper leak Rs 10,000" - 100% FRAUD - har shift alag paper aata hai
  • "RRB mein setting, guaranteed selection" - FRAUD
  • Sirf rrbapply.gov.in aur rrbpatna.gov.in pe trust karo
  • Kisi coaching/agent ko "guaranteed job" ke liye paisa mat do
  • Scam Alerts dekho

FAQs

Q: CBT 1 aur CBT 2 mein kya difference hai? A: CBT 1 screening round hai (75 marks, 60 min, Class 10 level). CBT 2 merit round hai (100+75 marks, 150 min, higher difficulty). CBT 1 ke marks final merit mein nahi judte.

Q: CBAT kya hota hai? Sabke liye hai? A: CBAT = Computer Based Aptitude Test. Ye sirf ALP post ke liye hai, Technician ke liye nahi. Memory, concentration, depth perception test hota hai. 30% weightage hai final merit mein.

Q: Part B mein kya aata hai? A: Tumhare ITI trade ka specific syllabus. Electrician ne apply kiya toh electrical topics, Fitter ne toh fitting topics. DGT syllabus follow hota hai. Sirf 35% marks chahiye - qualifying hai.

Q: Negative marking kitni hai? A: CBT 1 aur CBT 2 Part A mein 1/3 mark per wrong answer. CBAT mein koi negative marking nahi. Part B mein bhi negative marking hai.

Q: Final merit kaise banti hai? A: ALP: CBT 2 Part A (70%) + CBAT (30%). Technician: Sirf CBT 2 Part A marks.

Q: ITI kaunsi trade se apply kar sakte hain? A: Electrician, Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic Diesel, Welder, Turner, Machinist, aur bahut saare trades. Official notification mein full list hoti hai.

Q: Bihar zone mein kitni posts hain? A: RRB Patna zone mein exact posts notification ke saath confirm hongi. Previous cycles mein approximately 500-700 posts Bihar zone mein aati hain.


Ye Bhi Zaroor Padhein


RRB ALP mein CBT 2 Part A sabse important hai - 70% weightage. Engineering Drawing aur Basic Science pe focus karo!

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