Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial
RRB ALP 2022: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) conduct RRB ALP exam to recruit Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician. RRB ALP notification is expected to be released in November or December 2022. RRB ALP notification was last released in 2018 wherein a total of 64,371 vacancies were announced. A total of 47.45 lakh candidates had applied for the exam in 2018. RRB ALP is vacancy-based recruitment, the notification is released as per the requirement of various departments in zonal railways. Candidates between 18-30 years are eligible to apply for RRB ALP exam. The educational qualification required for the exam is Matriculation/SSLC.
- What is RRB ALP Post?
- RRB ALP & Technician 2022 Highlights
- RRB ALP Dates 2022
- RRB ALP Notification 2022
- RRB ALP Application Form 2022
- What is RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria?
- RRB ALP Syllabus 2022
- RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2022
- RRB ALP Preparation Tips
- RRB ALP Admit Card
- RRB ALP Result
- RRB ALP Cutoff
- FAQs Related to RRB ALP
What is RRB ALP Post?
Railway recruitment board (RRB) conducts RRB ALP & Technician exam to recruit Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician for different railway zones across the country. This is a national-level exam and lakh of candidates appear for it. RRB ALP selection process comprises two stages (first stage CBT and second stage CBT) which is common for ALP and Technician. In addition, candidates who opt for ALP and qualify the CBT 2, are required to undergo Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT). The final stage comprises document verification and empanelling.
What is RRB ALP Salary?
The initial pay as per 7th Pay Commission Matrix (Level 2) is INR 19,900. Besides, candidates are also entitled to various allowances and benefits.
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RRB ALP & Technician 2022 Highlights
The recruitment process of RRB ALP & Technician is summarised below:
| Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name |
Recruitment for the Post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) & Technician Categories |
| Conducted by |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Exam level |
National |
| Exam frequency |
Recruitment is based on vacancies and requirements of the concerned departments |
| Stages of exam |
First Stage CBT (Common for both ALP & Technician) Second Stage CBT CBAT (Only for ALP post) |
| Exam category |
Undergraduate at National Level |
| Mode of exam |
Online |
| Total vacancies |
64,371 (Announced in 2018) |
| Number of applicants |
47.45 lakh |
| Exam fees |
For all candidates except the fee concession categories: 500 For PwBD/Female/Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minority Communities/ Economically Backward Class: 250 |
| 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) CBT 2 Part A: 4 subjects (100 marks) Part B: This stage carries relevant trade related questions (75 marks) CBAT: 42 marks |
| Total questions |
CBT 1: 75 CBT 2 Part A: 100 Part B: 75 |
| Marking scheme |
1/3rd of the marks allotted for each question will be deducted for each wrong answers in CBT 1 and 2 There is no negative marking in CBAT |
| No. of test cities |
More than 100 cities |
| Official website |
indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB ALP Dates 2022
Candidates can check below RRB ALP exam dates.
| RRB ALP & Technician Events | RRB ALP & Technician Dates | Salient Features |
|---|---|---|
| RRB ALP Notification |
To be notified | RRB will publish RRB ALP and Technician notification on its official website in PDF form |
| RRB ALP Application Form |
To be notified |
RRB invites online applications as per vacancy for its 21 zones |
| RRB ALP Admit Card |
To be notified |
RRB ALP and Technician admit card or hall tickets will be made available for download 10 days before the commencement of exam |
| First Stage CBT |
To be notified |
CBT 1 is common for both ALP and Technician. It will be conducted in multiple shifts |
| Second Stage of CBT |
To be notified |
Those who secure qualifying marks in CBT 1 are called for CBT 2. This stage comprises two parts A and B |
| CBAT |
To be notified |
CBAT is conducted for ALP post only |
| Document verification |
To be notified |
Based on the performance of candidates in Part A of the CBT 2 subject to their qualifying the Part B (For Technician posts), they are called for document verification. For ALP post, candidates are called for document verification based on Part A of CBT 2 and CBAT subject to qualifying Part B. |
The dates will be updated once it is announced by the examination authority. Stay tuned to RRB ALP dates so that you do not miss any event related to the exam.
RRB ALP Notification 2022
RRB ALP notification is released in PDF form and comprises details such as exam schedule, application process, eligibility, selection process, vacancies and many more. Candidates must read the notification carefully to understand every details related to the exam.
RRB ALP Application Form 2022
RRB ALP 2022 application form will be released online by RRBs. Candidates can apply for the exam by paying the required fees both online and offline. The application fee is INR 500 for General and OBC categories while it is INR 250 for SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically backward class.
How to Apply Online for RRB ALP?
The steps to fill RRB ALP application form are given below:
- Visit the respective official websites of RRBs
- Click the 'Apply Online' link on the home page
- Register for the exam by entering the required details
- Fill Part I of application form
- Pay the application fees
- Fill Part II of application form
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature and other documents
- Submit the application form
What is RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria?
RRB has specified particular age and educational criteria for RRB ALP & Technician exam. Before applying to the exam candidates must check the below eligibility criteria:
Age Limit
The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum is 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
The post-wise educational qualification is given below.
Assistant Loco Pilot: Matriculation / SSLC Plus ITI/ Course Completed Act Apprentices or Diploma/ Degree in Engineering
Technicians: Matriculation/ SSLC Plus ITI / Course Completed Act Apprentices or 10 + 2 with Physics and Maths or Diploma in Engineering (As Applicable)
Medical Standards
The medical standards prescribed for different posts are given below.
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Visual Acuity |
|---|---|---|
| A-1 |
Physically fit in all respect |
Distance Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses with fogging test (must not accept +2D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6,0.6 without glasses and must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc. |
| B-1 |
Physically fit in all respect |
Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and Must pass the test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc. |
| B-2 |
Physically fit in all respect |
Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D). Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and Must pass the test for Binocular Vision, etc. |
| C-1 |
Physically fit in all respect |
Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses. Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required. |
RRB ALP Selection Process
The post-wise selection process of RRB ALP is given below:
| Post | Stages of Selection |
|---|---|
| ALP | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT and document verification & empanelling |
| Technician | CBT 1, CBT 2 and document verification & empanelling |
Refer to the infographic below for RRB ALP selection process:
RRB ALP Selection Process
RRB ALP Exam Centres
RRB ALP exam centres are released 10 days before the scheduled CBT exam. To check the exam centres, candidates need to login with user ID and password. Candidates are required to enter their preferences of exam centres while filling the Part II of application form. The details regarding the exam centres are mentioned on the admit card.
RRB ALP Syllabus 2022
The stage-wise RRB ALP syllabus is given below:
RRB ALP Syllabus CBT 1
The standard of questions for the CBT will be generally in conformity with the educational standards and/or minimum technical qualifications prescribed for the posts:
| Topics | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Maths | Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc. |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc |
| General Science | The syllabus under this shall cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics, etc |
RRB ALP Syllabus CBT 2
The syllabus for CBT 2 comprises two parts-A and B. The syllabus for both the parts is given below:
Part A
Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.
General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and decision making, Similarities and differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc.
Basic Science and Engineering: The broad topics that are covered under this shall be Engineering Drawing (Projections, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, Symbolic Representation), Units, Measurements, Mass Weight and Density, Work Power and Energy, Speed and Velocity, Heat and Temperature, Basic Electricity, Levers and Simple Machines, Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Education, IT Literacy etc.
General Awareness: Current Affairs in Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics and any other subjects of importance.
Part B
The questions in this part are asked from the trade syllabus prescribed by Director General of Employment & Training (DGET). Candidates with ITI/Trade Apprenticeship qualification will be required to appear in the section having questions from the relevant trade. Candidates holding Degree, Diploma and HSC (10+2) having eligibility for the posts of ALP have to select relevant trade from the list of trades listed against their engineering discipline/HSC (10+2).
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2022
The stage-wise exam pattern of RRB ALP is explained below:
RRB ALP First Stage CBT
- This stage is common for ALP & Technician posts and is qualifying in nature. This means the marks obtained in this stage will not be counted for final merit list
- The paper contains 75 objective type questions (MCQs) and total time given to complete the paper is 60 minutes
- Each question carries one mark, hence, the total mark of the paper is 75
- There is negative marking for incorrect answers, ⅓ mark is deducted for wrong answer
RRB ALP Second Stage CBT
- Those who secure cut off marks in first stage CBT, get a call for second stage CBT
- This stage of the exam is divided into two parts-A and B
- Part A will have 100 questions and the total time is 90 minutes
- Part B will have 75 questions and the duration of the paper is 60 minutes
- There is negative marking for incorrect answers, ⅓ mark is deducted for one wrong answer
- The marks obtained in Part A is used to shortlist candidates for further rounds of selection
- Part B is qualifying in nature
RRB ALP CBAT
- This stage is only for those candidates who have applied for Assistant Loco Pilots
- Question papers are made available in both English and Hindi
- There are five test batters, candidates need to score certain marks in each test battery to qualify the exam
- The total marks allotted to this stage is 42 marks
RRB ALP Document Verification
- For ALP post, shortlisting for Document Verification is done based on Part A of CBT 2 provided candidates qualify Part B and CBAT
- For Technician post, shortlisting for Document Verification is done based on Part A of CBT 2 provided candidates qualify Part B
- Candidates need to carry the original documents asked by RRBs on the day of document verification
- If any candidate fails to submit original documents or if any document is found fake, the candidature of that candidate is canceled
Also Read: RRB ALP Exam Pattern
RRB ALP Preparation Tips
As part of RRB ALP preparation tips, candidates must practice sample papers or previous years’ question papers for every topic. Study regularly, keep formulas and steps to solve problems at your fingertips. Practice and revise properly for the exam.
RRB ALP Admit Card
RRB ALP admit card 2022 will be released online separately for different stages of exams. Usually, RRBs release the admit card four days prior to the scheduled exam date. To download the RRB ALP admit card, candidates need to enter user ID and password.
RRB ALP Answer Key
RRB ALP answer key is released officially few days after the exam. Along with the answer key, candidate response sheet and question papers are also released. Candidates can use the answer key to compare their marked responses. Through the objection tracker window, candidates can also raise objections against the answer key. While raising objections, candidates need to submit documentary proof. Candidates need to pay INR 50 for raising objections.
RRB ALP Result
RRB ALP result is announced separately for different stages. The result PDF contains the names of the successful candidates. The marks of candidates are normalised to announce the result. The scorecard is released along with the result. To check the scorecard, candidates need to login with user ID and password.
RRB ALP Cutoff
RRBs release the separate list of the RRB ALP cut off for Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician as per zone-wise and category-wise. Candidates must obtain the minimum RRB ALP cut off marks in each stage so as to clear the exam. Besides, candidates need to secure the qualifying marks prescribed for different stages of recruitment. Candidates can check below the previous years' RRB NTPC Cutoff.
| Regional RRB Zone | ALP Categories | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | |
| RRB ALP Ahmedabad Cut Off |
53.26461 |
41.21651 |
31.13617 |
25.22988 |
| RRB ALP Ajmer Cut Off |
68.05049 |
58.43736 |
48.59900 |
31.26253 |
| RRB ALP Allahabad Cut Off |
59.59306 |
44.81916 |
33.29067 |
25.04884 |
| RRB ALP Bangalore Cut Off |
57.52077 |
48.57390 |
30.02874 |
25.00457 |
| RRB ALP Bhopal Cut Off |
66.57391 |
58.77360 |
49.35859 |
40.85624 |
| RRB ALP Bhubaneswar Cut Off |
40.03478 |
30.02874 |
30.02874 |
25.21082 |
| RRB ALP Bilaspur Cut Off |
58.21998 |
50.03109 |
30.04828 |
25.04884 |
| RRB ALP Chandigarh Cut Off |
60.67084 |
47.01685 |
42.57583 |
25.00457 |
| RRB ALP Chennai Cut Off |
60.26068 |
55.32646 |
46.24073 |
31.84961 |
| RRB ALP Gorakhpur Cut Off |
48.01359 |
30.02874 |
30.05318 |
25.00457 |
| RRB ALP Guwahati Cut Off |
47.05229 |
35.09200 |
30.19228 |
25.00457 |
| RRB ALP Jammu Cut Off |
45.89996 |
36.01416 |
30.40855 |
25.59902 |
| RRB ALP Kolkata Cut Off |
58.20415 |
38.36308 |
31.97181 |
25.06996 |
| RRB ALP Malda Cut Off |
51.80819 |
32.20987 |
30.04828 |
25.00457 |
| RRB ALP Mumbai Cut Off |
57.91174 |
50.94367 |
42.23504 |
25.85981 |
| RRB ALP Muzaffarpur Cut Off |
40.18716 |
30.02874 |
32.49846 |
25.48476 |
| RRB ALP Patna Cut Off |
40.03478 |
30.02874 |
30.04828 |
26.08537 |
| RRB ALP Ranchi Cut Off |
60.92829 |
48.52838 |
30.03843 |
31.12907 |
| RRB ALP Secunderabad Cut Off |
61.26211 |
53.33785 |
40.85624 |
33.25590 |
| RRB ALP Siliguri Cut Off |
40.09207 |
30.02874 |
30.39789 |
25.14851 |
| RRB ALP Thiruvananthapuram Cut Off |
69.39146 |
61.57835 |
37.58301 |
26.70645 |
Qualifying Marks for RRB ALP Exam
| Exam Stages | Qualifying Marks (In Per Cent) |
|---|---|
| CBT 1 | UR-40 OBC-30 SC-30 ST -25 |
| CBT 2 | Part A: UR-40 OBC-30 SC-30 ST-25 Part B: 35 per cent across all categories |
| CBAT | 42 marks |
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FAQs Related to RRB ALP
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Q: Is RRB ALP result released separately for different stages?
Q: Is RRB ALP exam tough?
Q: What is RRB ALP syllabus 2022?
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