RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) — exam pattern
Railway Recruitment Boards · 10th pass · Every 2–3 years · Age 18–30 · checked 2026-10-19
CBT 1
CBT · 60 min · Negative marking: 1/3 per wrong · 75 questions · 75 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 26.7% |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 33.3% |
| General Science | 20 | 20 | 26.7% |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 | 13.3% |
CBT 2
CBT · 2 h 30 min · Negative marking: 1/3 per wrong · 175 questions · 175 marks
Then Computer Based Aptitude Test (qualifying).
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A — Maths, Reasoning, Basic Science & Engg, GA | 100 | 100 | 57.1% |
| Part B — Trade (qualifying) | 75 | 75 | 42.9% |
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot)?
- CBT 1: 75 questions, 75 marks, 60 min. CBT 2: 175 questions, 175 marks, 2 h 30 min.
- Is there negative marking in RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot)?
- CBT 1: 1/3 per wrong. CBT 2: 1/3 per wrong.
- Who can apply for RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot)?
- 10th pass, age 18–30. Held every 2–3 years by Railway Recruitment Boards.