RRB ALP 2025 Overview
The RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) exam is a national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to select candidates for the role of Assistant Loco Pilot in Indian Railways. The selection process involves multiple stages, including CBT-I, CBT-II (Part A & B), Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. The exam is highly competitive and tests candidates on a wide range of technical and non-technical skills.
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Exam Date
Expected on Notification Release May 2025 Application Window May–June 2025 CBT-I Exam Date August 2025 CBT-II Exam Date October 2025 CBAT (if applicable) November 2025 Document Verification December 2025 – January 2026.
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Conducting Body
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) (expected).
RRB ALP Exam Pattern
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB ALP Exam |
| Full Form | Railway Recruitment Board Assistant Loco Pilot Examination |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Frequency | Based on vacancy notifications (usually once in 2–3 years) |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Total Questions | CBT-I: 75 Questions CBT-II: 175 Questions (Part A - 100, Part B - 75) |
| Total Marks | CBT-I: 75 Marks CBT-II: 175 Marks |
| Courses Offered | Recruitment to Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts |
| Exam Fees | ₹500 (Refundable ₹400 for Gen/OBC after CBT-I) ₹250 for SC/ST/Female/PWD (Fully refundable) |
| Exam Duration | CBT-I: 60 minutes CBT-II: 2 hours 30 mins (Part A: 90 mins, Part B: 60 mins) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, -1/3 for wrong answer |
| Medium of Examination | English, Hindi, and other regional languages |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Contact Details | Regional RRB helpdesks (mentioned in the official notification) |
CBT-I (Screening)
| Sections | Subjects/Tests | No. of Questions | Duration |
| Section 1 | Mathematics | 20 | |
| Section 2 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | |
| Section 3 | General Science | 20 | |
| Section 4 | General Awareness | 10 | |
| Total | 75 Questions | 60 Minutes |
CBT-II (Main)
| Sections | Subjects | No. of Questions | Duration |
| Section 1 | Mathematics | 25 | |
| Section 2 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | |
| Section 3 | Basic Science and Engineering | 40 | |
| Section 4 | General Awareness and Current Affairs | 10 | |
| Total | 100 Questions | 90 Minutes |
RRB ALP 2025 Exam Syllabus
1. CBT-I
- Maths: Algebra, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Speed & Distance, Time & Work Reasoning: Syllogism, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams, Series Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics (up to 10th standard) GK: Current Affairs, Railways, Sports, Politics, History, Geography
2. CBT-II
- Part A: Includes all above subjects in deeper scope (10+2 level for Science/Maths) Part B: Based on ITI trade syllabus (Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, etc
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3. Part B (Qualifying – Trade-Specific)
- : Subject Questions Duration Qualifying Marks Trade Test (Relevant ITI Trade) 75 60 Minutes 35% (No relaxation) CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) Applicable only for ALP (not Technician) Comprises 5 test batteries (Memory, Concentration, Perception, etc
- ) No negative marking Minimum 42 marks in each test battery required (no relaxation)
RRB ALP 2025 Syllabus & Key Information
Exam Syllabus
The RRB ALP 2025 exam consists of main sections:
- CBT-I Maths: Algebra, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Speed & Distance, Time & Work Reasoning: Syllogism, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams, Series Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics (up to 10th standard) GK: Current Affairs, Railways, Sports, Politics, History, Geography CBT-II Part A: Includes all above subjects in deeper scope (10+2 level for Science/Maths) Part B: Based on ITI trade syllabus (Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, etc
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Key Dates
- Notification Release May 2025 Application Window May–June 2025 CBT-I Exam Date August 2025 CBT-II Exam Date October 2025 CBAT (if applicable) November 2025 Document Verification December 2025 – January 2026
Admit Card Download
- Visit the respective regional RRB website
- Click on “Download Admit Card for ALP CBT-I/II”
- Enter Registration Number & Date of Birth
- View and download your admit card
- Take a printout and carry a valid photo ID
RRB ALP 2025 Answer Key
Step1:Accessing the Answer Key
- RRB publishes provisional answer keys 5–7 days after the exam Available for CBT-I and CBT-II stages on the official portal
Step2:Challenging the Answer Key
- Login using registration details to challenge questions Submit valid proof/documents with objections A fee (usually ₹50/question) is applicable and refunded if objection is correct
Step3:Final Answer Key
- Released after evaluation of all objections Used to compute final scores No further changes or appeals allowed post-final key
Step4:Result Calculation
- +1 mark for every correct answer -1/3 mark for each wrong answer (except CBAT) Normalized scores used if exam held in multiple shifts Part B is qualifying only, not counted for merit Final merit based on scores in CBT-II (Part A) + CBAT (if applicable)
Understanding the RRB ALP 2025 Exam
CBT-I
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Maths & Science were more scoring Reasoning section usually simple but lengthy
CBT-II
Difficulty: Moderate to Tough (especially Technical/Trade section) GK often static; Science concept-heavy
CBAT
: Aptitude-based; requires accuracy and speed Scoring well boosts final selection chances
RRB ALP 2025 Preparation Tips
1️⃣ Preparation Tips (In Short Points): Build a strong base in Maths and General Science (10th level) Practice mock tests and analyze mistakes Read daily current affairs and railway-specific news Focus on ITI trade syllabus for Part B thoroughly Attempt CBAT practice papers to improve aptitude and timing Revise formulas and GK daily with short notes Target accuracy and time management in mock tests Focus more on Part A as Part B is qualifying
Best Books for CAT Preparation
1️⃣ Mathematics
- Quantitative Aptitude by R S Aggarwal
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
2️⃣ Reasoning
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R S Aggarwal
3️⃣ General Science
- Lucent’s General Science NCERT Science Books (Class 6–10)
4️⃣ General Awareness
- Lucent’s GK Manorama Yearbook
- Monthly current affairs magazines ( Pratiyogita Darpan)
5️⃣ Technical Subjects (Part B)
- RRB ALP Technical Trade Books (Arihant / Kiran)
- NCVT/SCVT ITI Trade Theory Books (relevant trade)
6️⃣ CBAT
- RRB ALP Psychological Aptitude Test Guide (Arihant)
- CBAT Practice Sets (by Kiran Publication or Rukmini)
