🚆 RRB ALP – Assistant Loco Pilot Detailed Syllabus

👨‍💼 Conducted by: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
🎯 Posts: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
📋 Selection Stages:

1. CBT Stage 1 (Screening)

2. CBT Stage 2 (Main) – Part A & B

3. CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) – For ALP only

4. Document Verification

5. Medical Examination

🧪 Stage 1 – CBT (Computer-Based Test)

⏳ Duration: 60 Minutes
❌ Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer
📌 Qualifying Nature (Screening) – Marks not counted in final merit

📚 Detailed Syllabus – CBT Stage 1

📐 1. Mathematics

• Number System

• BODMAS Rule

• Decimals & Fractions

• LCM & HCF

• Ratio & Proportion

• Percentages

• Time & Work

• Time, Speed & Distance

• Simple & Compound Interest

• Profit & Loss

• Algebra – Linear Equations

• Geometry – Basic Concepts

• Mensuration – Area, Volume, Perimeter

• Pipes and Cisterns

• Average

• Age-Based Problems

• Data Interpretation

🧠 2. General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies

• Alphabet & Number Series

• Coding-Decoding

• Blood Relations

• Direction & Distance

• Mathematical Operations

• Syllogism

• Venn Diagram

• Puzzle Solving

• Decision Making

• Classification

• Clock and Calendar

• Statement & Conclusion

• Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror, Water Images, etc.)

🔬 3. General Science (Class 10th Level)

📘 Physics

• Laws of Motion

• Work, Power & Energy

• Force, Pressure

• Light, Reflection & Refraction

• Sound

• Electricity

• Magnetism

⚗️ Chemistry

• Chemical Reactions

• Acids, Bases & Salts

• Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures

• Metals & Non-Metals

• Carbon & Its Compounds

• Environmental Chemistry

🧬 Biology

• Life Processes – Nutrition, Respiration, Excretion

• Human Organ Systems

• Reproduction

• Heredity & Evolution

• Ecosystem

• Microorganisms

🌏 4. General Awareness and Current Affairs

• Indian History, Geography, Polity

• Indian Economy, Budget & Taxes

• Sports, Awards, and Honours

• Books and Authors

• Important Days & Events

• National & International Affairs (last 6 months)

• Government Schemes

• Railways in News

• Science & Technology Updates

🧪 Stage 2 – CBT (Main)

CBT Stage 2 is divided into Part A and Part B.

🧩 Part A – For All Candidates

📌 Marks counted in final merit

🔧 Basic Science & Engineering (Diploma Level)

🔹 Engineering Drawing:

• Projections

• Drawing instruments

• Freehand sketching of key engineering elements

• Geometrical figures and symbols

• Electrical & mechanical diagram symbols

🔹 Workshop Practices:

• Fitting and Measurement Tools

• Welding, Soldering, Brazing

• Basics of Electrical Engineering

• Machines and Tools

• Electrical and Electronic Components

• Measurements and Units

🔹 Basics of:

• Lever, Pulley, Screw Jack, Gear

• Heat Treatment

• Material Science (Metals, Alloys)

• Safety Procedures in Workshops

• Environment and Pollution Control

• IC Engines

• Power Transmission

• Batteries, Generators, Transformers

📌 Based on ITI / Diploma level knowledge, relevant to the post

🧪 Part B – Trade Specific (Qualifying Nature)

📌 Duration: 60 Minutes
📌 Questions: 75 (based on ITI Trade)
📌 Qualifying Marks: 35% (no relaxation)

Trades include:

• Electrician

• Fitter

• Welder

• Instrument Mechanic

• Electronics Mechanic

• Mechanic Diesel / Tractor / Motor Vehicle

• Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration, AC Mechanic, etc.

💡 You must select the correct trade while applying. Questions are trade-specific.

🎮 CBAT – Computer-Based Aptitude Test (Only for ALP posts)

📌 Applicable to: Only ALP (Not for Technician)
📌 Nature: Qualifying + Merit-based
📌 Test Modules Include:

• Memory Test

• Perception Test

• Concentration Test

• Reasoning

• Speed & Accuracy

✅ No Negative Marking
✅ Minimum 42 marks in each test battery (no relaxation)
✅ Final merit for ALP = 70% CBT 2 (Part A) + 30% CBAT

📋 Final Selection Process

1. CBT Stage 1 (Screening) – Qualifying

2. CBT Stage 2 (Part A + Part B) – Part A for merit, Part B qualifying

3. CBAT (only for ALP posts) – Qualifying + merit

4. Document Verification

5. Medical Examination – Standard visual and physical health tests

🎯 Preparation Tips – StepUP Education

✅ Attempt CBT-style mock tests daily
✅ Focus on Maths + Science + Engineering Basics
✅ Revise Current Affairs of past 6 months
✅ Practice Typing & Aptitude Tests for CBAT
✅ Prepare trade-wise for Part B (ITI level)