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RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) 2026
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) · RRB ALP
Exam Overview
Recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilots and Technicians for the loco and rolling stock departments of Indian Railways.
Eligibility Criteria
10th pass + ITI in relevant trade, or diploma. Related apprenticeship experience for ALP candidates. Age 18-30 years.
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — CBT 1
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | — | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | — | 20 |
| General Science | — | 20 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | — | 20 |
- Mode
- Computer Based
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Total Marks
- 100
- Negative Marking
- 1/3rd per wrong answer
Stage 2 — CBT 2 (Part A + B)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge of Pertaining to Trade | — | 175 |
| General / Reasoning / Maths / Science / Current Affairs | — | 25 |
- Mode
- Computer Based
- Negative Marking
- No for Part A - apply 1/3rd only in Part B
Stage 3 — Psychometric Aptitude Test + DV
- Mode
- Skill
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
CBT 2 Part A (Trade) dominates — go deep into the loco trade syllabus. Eke out the MBT/railway knowledge and prepare for some unique question styles.
Frequently Asked Questions
RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) 2026 ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
10th pass + ITI in relevant trade, or diploma. Related apprenticeship experience for ALP candidates. Age 18-30 years.
Exam pattern kya hai?
3 stage(s): CBT 1, CBT 2 (Part A + B), Psychometric Aptitude Test + DV.
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.