LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAMINATION
The syllabus for RAILWAY ALP Examination is given below:-
| Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
| Mathematics | Number System, | 20 Q |
| BODMAS | ||
| Decimals | ||
| LCM & HCF | ||
| Ratio and Proportions | ||
| Percentage | ||
| Mensuration | ||
| Time and Work | ||
| Time and Distance | ||
| Simple and Compound Interest | ||
| Profit and Loss | ||
| Elementary Algebra | ||
| Geometry and Trigonometry | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Square Root | ||
| Age Calculations | ||
| Calendar & Clock | ||
| Pipes & Cistern | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies & Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series | 25 Q |
| Coding and Decoding | ||
| Mathematical Operations | ||
| Similarities and Differences | ||
| Blood Relations | ||
| Analytical Reasoning | ||
| Syllogism | ||
| Data Sufficiency | ||
| Seating Arrangement | ||
| Venn Diagrams, Puzzle | ||
| Statement - Conclusion | ||
| Statement - Courses of Action | ||
| Decision Making | ||
| Maps, Interpretation of Graphs Etc. | ||
| General Awareness & Current affairs | Current Events of National and International Importance | 10 Q |
| Indian History/Geography/Culture | ||
| Sports | ||
| Achievements & Awards | ||
| Science & Technology/ digitalization | ||
| Indian Politics & Elections | ||
| Indian Economy/Banking/Finance | ||
| Basics of Computers and Computer Applications | ||
| Environment | ||
| Famous Personalities | ||
| Books & Author | ||
| Common Abbreviations | ||
| Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India etc. | ||
| General Science | Physics | 20 Q |
| Chemistry | ||
| Life Sciences | ||
| Environmental Sciences | ||
| Computer & Mobile Technology | ||
| Inventions & Discoveries | ||
| Astronomy & Space Technology |
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LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ALP EXAM PATTERN
RAILWAY ALP Examination-Stage I will be conducted as a Computer Based Test and is common for all notified posts. It will consist of a total 75 Questions and 75 Marks (1 Mark for each question). Total duration of the examination is 60 minutes and 80 minutes for PwBD candidates who are availing the Scribe facility.
The section wise number of questions and marks are indicated below :-
| Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Duration (PwBD Candidates) |
| Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Mathematics | 20 Q | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | 60 Minutes | 80 Minutes |
| General Intelligence & Logical Reasoning | 25 Q | 25 x 1 = 25 Marks | |||
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 Q | 10 x 1 = 10 Marks | |||
| General Science | 20 Q | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | |||
| Total | 75 Q | 75 Marks |
RAILWAY ALP MODE OF EXAMINATION
RAILWAY ALP Examination-Stage I will be conducted as a Computer Based Test and is common for all notified posts. Questions will be based on Objective Type Multiple Choice.
RAILWAY ALP MEDIUM OF EXAMINATION
The question paper will be in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati.
RAILWAY ALP MARKING SCHEME
1. Each Question carries 1 Mark.
2. For Each correct answer, 1 Mark will be awarded.
3. There shall be negative marking in the examination and 1/3 of the allotted marks for each question shall be deducted for every wrong answer.
Calculation of normalised marks for Multi- Sessional Papers
The Stage- I CBT examination may have to be conducted in multiple sessions for some post For these multisession papers, a suitable normalisation is applied to take into account any variation in the difficulty levels of the question papers across different sessions. The formula for calculating the normalized marks for the multi-session papers is detailed below:
IMPORTANT LINKS:
For Official Website: Click here
For Railway ALP Official Notification: Click here
For Railway ALP Tentative Timeline: Click here
LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAMINATION ELIGIBILITY
Candidates willing to apply for RAILWAY ALP exam are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for the RAILWAY ALP exam. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification, Nationality, etc., shall be rejected by the authorities. The candidate’s eligibility for RAILWAY ALP exam is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions :-
1. Nationality
2. RAILWAY ALP: Age Limit & Relaxations
3. RAILWAY ALP: Educational Qualification
4. RAILWAY ALP: Medical Standards
5. RAILWAY ALP: Minimum Percentage of Marks
RAILWAY ALP EXAM NATIONALITY
A candidate must be either:
1. a citizen of India, or
2. a subject of Nepal, or
3. a subject of Bhutan, or
4. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India, before the 1st January, 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
5. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary may be admitted to the examination. However, the Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India has to be submitted during Document Verification failing which his/her candidature shall be rejected.
RAILWAY ALP EXAM AGE LIMIT & RELAXATIONS
The age limit of the candidates who are applying for RAILWAY ALP must be between 18-30 years of age. Although there will be age relaxations for the reserved categories.
Age Relaxations
Certain age relaxation is provided by the Railway Recruitment Board to the reserved category candidates for the RAILWAY ALP examination. The age relaxation for candidates belonging to different categories is given below :-
| S. NO | COMMUNITY/CATEGORIE | RELAXATION IN UPPER AGE LIMIT (OR) MAXIMUM UPPER AGE | |
| 1 | SC/ST candidates | 5 Years | |
| 2 | OBC-Non Creamy Layer candidates | 3 Years | |
| 3 | Ex-Servicemen candidates who have put in more than 6 months of service after attestation | Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years | |
| 4 | Persons With Disabilities (PWD) UR | 10 Years | |
| PWD OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 13 Years | ||
| PWD SC/ST | 15 Years | ||
| 5 | Candidates ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | 5 Years | |
| 6 | Candidates who are serving Group 'C' and Erstwhile Group 'D' Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes in Railways who have put in minimum of 3 years service (continuous or in broken spells) | UR | 40 Years of age |
| OBC- Non Creamy Layer | 43 Years of age | ||
| SC/ST | 45 Years of age | ||
| 7 | Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies and Institutes | Up to the length of service rendered (or) 5 Years, whichever is lower | |
| 8 | Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from husband but not remarried. | UR | 35 Years of age |
| OBC-NCL (Non Creamy Layer) | 38 Years of age | ||
| SC/ST | 40 Years of age | ||
| 9 | Course Completed Act Apprentices applying for the posts for which minimum qualification is ITI/Cou | ||
LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) 2024 EXAM DATES
| Events | Dates |
| Start of Railway ALP/Technician Online Application | 20/01/2024 |
| Last Date To Apply Online | 19/02/2024 |
| Dates for Modification window for corrections in application form with payment of modification fee | 20/02/2024 to 29/02/2024 |
| First Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | Between June and August 2024 |
| Second Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | September 2024 |
| Aptitude Test (CBAT) | November 2024 |
| Shortlist for Document Verification | November 2024/ December 2024 |
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) 2018 EXAM DATES
| Events | Dates |
| Railway Recruitment ALP/Technician 2018 Notification | 02/02/2018 |
| Start of Railway ALP/Technician 2018 Online Application | 03/02/2018 |
| Last Date To Apply Online | 31/03/2018 |
| Download of E-Call letter | 05/08/2018 |
| First Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | 09/08/2018 |
| Result Of First Stage ALP/Technician | 20/12/2018 |
| Download of E-Call letter for CBT 2 | 17/01/2019 |
| Second Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | 21/01/2019 to 23/01/2019 & 8/02/2019 |
| RRB ALP CBT 2 Result date | 06/04/2019 |
| RRB ALP Final Result | 13/12/2019 |
IMPORTANT LINKS:
For Official Website: Click here
For Railway ALP Official Notification: Click here
For Railway ALP Tentative Timeline: Click here
LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) 2018 EXAM ANALYSIS 30th AUGUST 2018 (1st SHIFT)
Analysis has been done on the paper which has been recently successfully conducted for RRB ALP from 9th to 31st August 2018.
Good Attempts and Level Of Difficulty
| Name of Sections | No. of Qs | Shift 1 | |
| Difficulty | Good Attempts (marks) | ||
| Maths | 20 | Easy | 17-18 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | Moderate | 20-21 |
| General Science | 20 | Moderate | 14-15 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | Easy | 6-7 |
| Total | 75 | Easy-Moderate | 55-58 |
General Awareness & Current Affairs
In the RRB ALP 1st Stage CBT Exam General Intelligence & reasoning Section was a little bit difficult compared to other subjects. A total of 25 questions were asked from the Venn diagram, Analogy, directions, and others topics.
Questions Asked in exam
1. Who’s Chairman of Railways?
2. When was Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiated?
3. Name the Indian bank which has the maximum number of branches in India?
4.Which dam is situated on the banks of Krishna River?
5.Where was the 2018 Bimstec Summit 2018 held?
6. In which State is ‘Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra’ Mosque is situated?
7. When was Magna- Carta system started in India?
Mathematics
| Name Of Section | No. of question |
| Data Interpretation | 2 |
| Time & work-based | 3 |
| Pipes cistern | 1 |
| Simplification | 3-4 |
| Square Root | 1 |
| Mensuration | 2 |
| Profit and loss | 2 |
| Average based | 2 |
| HCF | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
General Science
| Name of Subjects | No. of Questions |
| Periodic table | 3 |
| Respiratory system | 1 |
| Numerical type question based on work done | 1 |
| Coulomb’s law |
LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ALP SELECTION PROCESS
The recruitment process for RAILWAY ALP shall involve the following procedure :-
1. 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
3. Computer-Based Aptitude Test (Only for candidates who have opted for ALP)
4. Document Verification/Medical Examination.
RAILWAY ALP STUDY PLAN
The only deciding factor for the selection or rejection of a candidate is the Strategy & Planning which is used by them for their preparation for the RAILWAY ALP Examination. A good and result-oriented Strategy & Planning for the examination will definitely allow the candidates to make their way through RAILWAY ALP Examination.
6-Week Study Plan
| Week | General Science | Mathematics | General Intelligence & Reasoning | General Awareness & Current Affairs |
| 1st Week | Life Science | Data Interpretation, Calendar & Clock, and Age Calculations | Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations | Static GK, Indian History, Awards & Honours, and Current Affairs |
| 2nd Week | Physics | Algebra and Geometry, LCM/ HCF, and Average and Percentage | Analytical Reasoning, Venn Diagram, Syllogism, | Static GK, Indian Geography, Books and Authors, and Current Affairs |
| 3rd Week | Chemistry | Trigonometry, Simple & Compound Interest and Mensuration | Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Puzzles, Decision-Making, Classification | Static GK and Indian Economy, International Events, Sports and Current Affairs |
| 4th Week | Biology | Fractions and Decimals, Profit and loss, Ration & Proportion and BODMAS | Directions, Blood Relations, and Seating Arrangement | Static GK, Indian Constitution, Important Dates, and Current Affairs |
| 5th Week | Revision & Doubt Clearing Session | Revision & Doubt Clearing Session and Mock Test | Revision & Doubt Clearing Session and Mock Test | Revision and Mock Test |
| 6th Week | Attempt Mock test | Attempt Mock test | Attempt Mock test | Attempt Mock test |
RAILWAY ALP TIPS & TRICKS
General Science
1. More emphasis is laid on science and technology and biology. Hence, you should start your preparation with these topics.
2. Mostly, in the current scenario, more questions are based on the current developments in the field of science. So, you should update yourself with current affairs and news regarding the latest developments and discoveries in science.
3. Rather than cramming facts, focus on the application of knowledge, observation, and utilisation.
4. Make a list of Formulas from each chapter.
5. Never leave any topic from any chapter.
6. Take help of the books on General Science, specially written for RAILWAY ALP Examination.
Mathematics
1. Solve previous year's question papers to understand the pattern of questions which are asked in the exam.
2. Practice with various mock tests, this will help you in giving an idea of the different ways the questions are set.
3. The questions are deliberately set in a confusing format but if you are familiar with the pattern, you will be able to solve them easily.
4. Basic mathematical operations like Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Squares & Square Roots, Cubes & Cube Roots, Tables, etc. should be at your fingertips.
5. Try to focus on completing the entire syllabus within the scheduled time and then continue with your practice.
6. Revise whatever you learn during your preparation on the day before the exam. This way you will be able to retain the information.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
1. Find the best book & develop fundamentals and clear concepts. Learn the basics by studying from reference books.
2. Read and understand the basics behind each topic. This way you will be able to grasp the concepts which will help you in solving the questions easily.
3. Once you make your basic strong, you can go through the tough level questions.
4. Solve previous year question papers to understand the pattern of questions which are asked in the exam.
5. Read the instructions carefully and analyse the information provided in the questions.
6. Start writing down all the important concepts and formulae while your preparation.
7. Lastly, do not forget to revise the topics which you have learned throughout the week.
LATEST UPDATE FOR RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAM
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
RAILWAY ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT (ALP) EXAMINATION
Railway recruitment board (RRB) conducts RRB ALP exam to recruit Assistant Loco Pilot for different railway zones across the country. Railway Recruitment Control Board is a government organisation in India. It was set up in 1998 in the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), New Delhi. Railway Recruitment Boards are organisations under the Government of India that manage the appointment of new employees to work in Indian railways.
RAILWAY ALP CAREER PROSPECTS
The candidates who will make their way through the Railway ALP job will be recruited as the Assistant Loco Pilot. The duties and the responsibilities that the Assistant Loco Pilot have to do are enlisted below:
1. Help the Loco Driver in tuning the Locomotive.
2. Maintaining the productivity of the Locomotive by increasing sectional average speed, punctuality, safety & security.
3. Keeping an eye on signal & indicate it further.
4. Repairing the Locomotive (if required).
5. Noticing track defect through jerk or lurch.
6. Performing extraordinary work in case of serious unusual with trains.
RAILWAY ALP CAREER GROWTH
For an Assistant Loco Pilot, the next level of posts available during career are:
1. Senior Assistant Loco Pilot
2. Loco Pilot
After becoming Loco Pilot, you will be having the option to choose among the following:
1. Power Controller
2. Crew Controller
3. Loco Foreman (Loco Supervisor)
RAILWAY ALP EXAM SALIENT FEATURES
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Recruitment for the Post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) & Technician Categories |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Frequency of Conduct | Recruitment is based on vacancies and requirements of the concerned departments |
| Exam Level | National |
| Total questions | CBT 1: 75 |
| Application Fee | For all candidates except the fee concession categories: 500 For PwBD/Female/Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minority Communities/ Economically Backward Class: 250 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Exam purpose | To select candidates for Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician in various railway zones |
| Exam duration | First Stage: 60 mins Second Stage Part A: 90 min Part B: 60 Min |
| No. of papers and total marks | CBT 1: 4 subjects (75 marks) |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
RAILWAY ALP EXAM DATE
| Events | Dates |
| Start of Railway ALP/Technician Online Application | 20/01/2024 |
| Last Date To Apply Online | 19/02/2024 |
| Dates for Modification window for corrections in application form with payment of modification fee | 20/02/2024 to 29/02/2024 |
| First Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | Between June and August 2024 |
| Second Stage CBT Of ALP/Technician | September 2024 |
| Aptitude Test (CBAT) | November 2024 |
| Shortlist for Document Verification |
Railway ALP Examination 2024: Latest Update
Railway Recruitment Board RRB Online Released Assistant Loco Pilot ALP Recruitment Exam. Candidate Can Apply Between 20/01/2024 to 19/02/2024. A total of 5696 Vacancies are to be filled by railways. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024. Here are some updates:
1. The last date for submission of application is 19/02/2024.
2. The CBT 1 exams for this post are tentatively scheduled to be held between June and August 2024.
3. The second stage (CBT 2) exams are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2024.
4. Aptitude Test (CBAT) is scheduled in November 2024.
5. After Aptitude Test, Shortlist for Document Verification will be released in November 2024/ December 2024.
Please Note: The Centralised Employment Notification for the next cycle of recruitment to the post of ALP is provisionally planned for issue in January 2025.
Railway ALP Examination 2024: Overview
Railway recruitment board (RRB) conducts RRB ALP exam to recruit Assistant Loco Pilot for different railway zones across the country. Railway Recruitment Control Board is a government organisation in India. It was set up in 1998 in the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), New Delhi. Railway Recruitment Boards are organisations under the Government of India that manage the appointment of new employees to work in Indian railways.
Railway ALP 2024: Vacancy Details
Category | RRB | ZONE | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | TOTAL | EXSM |
1 | AHMEDABAD | WR | 95 | 37 | 17 | 65 | 24 | 238 | 24 |
AJMER | NWR | 86 | 32 | 13 |
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Railway recruitment board (RRB) conducts RRB ALP & Technician exam to recruit Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician for different railway zones across the country. For any information related to RRB ALP exam, go to the general information tab given above, where you will get all the information related to the exam.
In RRB ALP & Technician exam, only those who have applied for assistant loco pilot (ALP) and cleared second stage of, need to appear for CBAT. CBAT isn’t for the candidates who have applied for technician post only. For access full information of RRB ALP exam click on General information button above.
Yes, RRB ALP & Technician result is released separately for different stages. For full schedule of RRB ALP exam result click on schedule tab above.
It is not tough to crack RRB ALP exam if you prepare well as per proper study routine. To view accurate study plan click on above Study Tips button. This study plan will help you for the preparation of RRB ALP exam.
Age Limit is same for both RRB ALP and Technician Posts which are 18-28 years. However, there is some relaxation for some categories as per the notification norms. For detailed information of RRB ALP exam age limit please click on above Eligibility button.
RRB ALP & Technician exam is conducted online. To know full detail about RRB ALP Exam Mode, Language, Pattern etc. Go through the format button given above.
Yes, there is a negative marking in the RRB ALP exam. 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. By clicking on the format button above, you can see the marking scheme of RRB ALP exam, which shows how many marks are assigned to each question and how many marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Question papers are made available in the 12 languages- Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Manipuri, Konkani. You can check all the detailed information about type of questions, time limit, negative marking, language asked in RRB ALP exam by clicking on the format button given above.
Use of a calculator or any digital item is not allowed inside the examination hall of RRB ALP exam. Complete details about RRB ALP Exam is available on the general information section above.
The subjects included in RRB ALP exam are mathematics, English, Basic Science, Basic Engineering and Reasoning Ability. Candidates are also asked questions from the relevant trade in the second stage CBT. You can go through the syllabus button above to know more about the important topics of subjects covered in RRB ALP Exam.
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