RRB ALP Syllabus 2024: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) release RRB ALP syllabus for Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician posts. The syllabus holds importance for candidates preparing for the exam. RRB ALP aspirants need to be well acquainted with the detailed RRB ALP syllabus before beginning with the preparation. The syllabus provides a list of important topics for each subject that needs to be included in the preparation schedule. RRB ALP syllabus is divided into the first stage, second stage and CBAT. The syllabus of RRB ALP is different for different stages. RRB ALP syllabus basically comprises subjects such as Mathematics/Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence & Logical Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering General Awareness & Current Affairs. Knowing the complete syllabus help aspirants formulate an effective preparation strategy to crack RRB ALP 2024 exam. Read below for more details on RRB ALP syllabus 2024.
RRB ALP trade-wise syllabus is given below.
Name of Trade | Topic Name |
Electrical | Electrical India |
Transfers | |
Three Phase Motor Systems | |
Light, Magnetism | |
Fundamental Electric System | |
Single phase motors | |
Switches and Plugs | |
Electrical Connections | |
Mechanical | Applied Mechanics |
Production Engineering | |
Engines | |
Heat | |
Energy Conservation | |
Management | |
Kinetic Theory | |
Turbo Machinery | |
Automation Engineering | |
Refrigerators and Air Conditioned | |
Metallurgical | |
Heat Transfers | |
The Power Plant Turbines and Boilers | |
IC Engines | |
Machine Design | |
Metallurgical Production Technology | |
Electronics and Communication | Satellite |
Radio Communication Systems | |
Dias | |
Electronic Tube | |
Semi Conductor Physics | |
Micro Processor | |
Networking and Industrial Electronics | |
Transistor | |
Digital Electronics | |
Automobile | System Theory |
Metallurgical Production Technology | |
Machine Design | |
Thermodynamics | |
IC Engines | |
Heat Transfers |
Few highlights related to RRB ALP syllabus are given below:
- RRB ALP is conducted in several stages first stage CBT, second stage CBT, and CBAT
- CBT 1 is common for ALP and Technician posts. RRB ALP syllabus for this stage includes Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness and Current Affairs
- CBT 2 is only for ALP posts, RRB ALP syllabus for this stage includes Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Basic Science and Engineering along with questions from relevant trade
- CBAT is only for Technician post and comprises five test batteries related to the concerned trade
RRB ALP syllabus for Electronics and Communication comprises topics such as The Transistor Dias Digital Electronics Networking and Industrial Electronics Electronic Tube Semi-Conductor Physics Robotic Radio Communication Systems Satellite Matters Computer & Micro Processor.
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RRB ALP Syllabus 2024
RRB ALP syllabus for different stages is given below:
RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus 2024
RRB ALP syllabus for CBT 1 is as follows.
| RRB ALP Syllabus | RRB ALP Topics |
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| Mathematics |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
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| General Science |
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| General Awareness & Current Affairs |
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RRB NTPC CBT 2 Syllabus
RRB ALP CBT 2 syllabus is divided into two parts: A and B. The syllabus of Part A comprises subjects, such as Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Basic Science and Engineering. The syllabus of Part B comprises topics from the relevant trade. RRB ALP syllabus for both parts is given below.
RRB ALP Part A Syllabus 2024
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| RRB ALP syllabus |
RRB ALP Topics |
| Mathematics |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
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| Basic Science & Engineering |
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RRB ALP Syllabus for Part B
Part B is qualifying in nature and comprises a syllabus relevant to the trade as prescribed by the Director General of Employment & Training (DGET). Candidates with ITI/Trade Apprenticeship qualifications are required to appear in the section having questions about the relevant trade. Candidates holding Degrees, Diplomas, and Classes and are eligible for the various posts of ALP, need to select relevant trades from the list prescribed by RRBs against their Engineering discipline/Class 12. The relevant trades for various Engineering disciplines/Class 12 are given below.
| Engineering Discipline(Diploma/Degree) | Relevant trade for Part B Qualifying Test to be selected from |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering and combination of various streams of Electrical Engineering | Electrician / Instrument Mechanic / Wiremen/Winder(Armature) / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| Electronics Engineering and combination of various streams of Electronics Engineering | Electronics Mechanic / Mechanic Radio & TV |
| Mechanical Engineering and combination of various streams of Mechanical Engineering | Fitter / Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Tractor Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Turner / Machinist / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic/ Heat Engine /Millwright Maintenance Mechanic |
| Automobile Engineering and combination of various streams of Automobile Engineering | Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Tractor Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Heat Engine / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| HSC(10+2) with Physics and Maths | Electrician / Electronics Mechanic / Wireman |
RRB ALP CBAT Syllabus
Candidates need to secure a minimum of 42 marks in each of the five test batteries. The CBAT comprises questions and answer options in English and Hindi only. There is no negative marking in CBAT.
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RRB ALP syllabus for Electrical comprises Electrical India Rolls, cables Transfers Three-Phase Motor Systems Light, Magnetism Fundamental Electric System Single phase motors Switches, Plugs and Electrical Connections
RRB ALP syllabus for Basic Science & Engineering is given below:
- Engineering Drawing (Projection, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, and Symbols Representation) Units
- Measurements
- Mass Weight and Density
- Work, Power and Energy
- Speed and Velocity
- Heat and Temperature
- Basic Electricity
- Levers and Simple Machines
- Occupation Safety and Health
- Environment Education
- IT Literacy
RRB ALP Maths syllabus comprises topics such as 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.
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024
RRB ALP exam pattern is such that it is divided into different stages-first stage CBT, second stage CBT, Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), and Document Verification. The stage-wise exam pattern of RRB ALP is given below.
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024 for CBT 1
| Subject |
No. of questions |
Total marks and Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics |
20 |
Total marks- 75 Duration-60 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
25 |
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| General Science |
20 |
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| General Awareness and Current Affairs |
10 |
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024 for CBT 2
Part A
| Subject |
No. of questions |
Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics |
25 |
90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
25 |
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| Basic Science and Engineering |
40 |
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| General Awareness and Current Affairs |
10 |
Part B
The exam duration of Part B is 60 minutes. A total of 75 questions are asked in the exam. This part is qualifying in nature and comprises questions from the trade syllabus prescribed by the Director General of Employment & Training (DGET).
RRB ALP Exam Pattern for CBAT
Candidates equal to eight times the number of ALP vacancies are called for CBAT based on the performance in Part A of second stage CBT, subject to qualifying the Part B. Candidates are required to qualify in each of the test batteries of CBAT. The questions in CBAT are in English and Hindi only. There is no negative marking in CBAT. To draw the merit list of ALP, 70 per cent weightage is given to Part A of second stage CBT and 30 per cent in CBAT.
Commonly asked questions
The qualifying marks of RRB ALP exam are the marks which candidates need to secure in order to qualify the exam. Besides, the cut off marks, candidates are also required to secure the cut off. The category-wise qualifying marks for RRB ALP exam are given below.
| Stages | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| First stage | UR-40 per cent OBC-30 per cent SC-30 per cent ST-25 per cent |
| Second stage | Part A UR-40 per cent OBC-30 per cent SC-30 per cent ST-25 per cent Part B-35 per cent |
| CBAT | 42 marks |
RRB ALP exam pattern for CBT 1 comprises questions from Mathematics, General Intelligence, and Reasoning, General Science and General awareness on current affairs. The test paper carries a total of 75 objective-type multiple-choice questions. The total marks allotted to the test are 75. The duration of the test is 60 minutes. The score of first stage CBT is used to shortlist candidates for the second stage CBT. The first stage CBT is only to screen candidates for the second stage.
CBT 1 will have 75 questions for 75 marks and the duration granted to resolve the questions is 60 minutes. 1/3rd marks are deducted for each wrong answer in CBT 1. The CBT 2 will have two parts- Part A and B for 175 marks. 1/3rd marks are deducted for each wrong answer in CBT 2. The marks of candidates are calculated based on the correct and incorrect answers. Normalisation of marks is done to calculate the scores of candidates.
RRB ALP Books
Candidates can refer to the following RRB ALP books
| RRB ALP Papers | RRB ALP Best Books |
|---|---|
| Mathematics |
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic Book by Rajesh Verma |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by Dr RS Aggarwal |
| General Science |
NCERT books for respective subtlest |
| General awareness & current affairs |
Lucent's General Knowledge |
| Basic Science & Engineering |
Basic Science & Engineering for Indian Railways (RRB) Assistant Loco Pilot Exam Stage II |
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The books for RRB ALP exam are given below:
- Best books for RRB ALP exam should cover the RRB ALP Syllabus to help aspirants to cover all of their bases
- RRB ALP books should have sample question papers. These books are considered best for the preparation
- The content given in the RRB ALP Books should be exact and easy to understand.
- Candidates should select the latest edition of books in which all important information is gathered in one place.
The books recommended for RRB ALP preparation are given below.
| Mathematics |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
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| General Awareness and Current Affairs |
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| Basic Science |
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The best books for RRB ALP Mathematics are given below.
- Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal
- Fast Track by Rajesh Verma
- Advance Maths by Rakesh Yadav
- M Tyra ‘s ‘Magical Books On Quicker Maths’
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