The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) organizes the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) exam through a structured, three-stage process: CBT 1, CBT 2 (Part A and Part B), and the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT). Understanding the pattern is essential for focused preparation.
Stage 1: RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern
CBT 1 is the first screening test for all applicants. It includes 75 multiple-choice questions and must be completed in 60 minutes.
Subject-Wise Distribution
| Subjects | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 20 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 |
| Total | 75 |
Marking Scheme
Each correct answer awards 1 mark, while â…“ mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
Stage 2: RRB ALP CBT 2 Exam Pattern
Candidates who qualify CBT 1 appear for CBT 2, which is split into two parts.
Part A Details
Part A is merit-based and includes 100 questions to be solved in 90 minutes.
| Subjects | Total Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | |||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | |||
| Basic Science and Engineering | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, with a penalty of â…“ mark for wrong answers.
Part B Details
Part B is qualifying in nature and does not contribute to the merit list. However, candidates must score at least 35% to proceed.
Part B Highlights
- Total Questions: 75
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Qualifying Marks: 35% for all categories
Clearing both parts is mandatory before appearing for the final stage — CBAT.
