RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024 OUT: Check Section-Wise Difficulty Level, Pattern & More

RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Exam 2025 ( RRB ALP )

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Anangsha Patra
Deputy Manager – Editorial
Updated on Nov 25, 2024 12:15 IST

RRB ALP 2024 exam is being conducted till November 29, 2024. RRB ALP exam analysis 2024 is provided on this page. The overall difficulty level of the exam remained to be moderate.The total marks allotted to the test are 75. Read below RRB ALP exam analysis 2024.

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024: RRB is conducting the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam till November 29, 2024. RRB ALP exam analysis 2024 for different shifts is provided on this page. According to the students, the overall difficulty level of the exam remained to be moderate. The test paper of RRB ALP carries questions from Mathematics, General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Science and General awareness of current affairs. The duration of the exam is 60 minutes and the total marks allotted to the test are 75. Candidates qualifying the CBT 1 exam are called for CBT 2. RRB ALP 2024 exam analysis will be useful for candidates as it provides information related to the exam’s difficulty level, important topics, types of questions, and expected questions. Read below for more details on RRB ALP exam analysis.

Table of contents
  • RRB ALP 2024 Student Reaction
  • RRB ALP Student Reaction Video
  • RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024: Number of Good Attempts
  • RRB ALP Section-Wise Exam Analysis 2024
  • ALP CBT 1 Exam Analysis 2024
  • RRB ALP Shift Timings 2024
  • Importance of RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024
  • RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2024
  • RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus 2024
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RRB ALP 2024 Student Reaction

Shiksha reporter Rupali visited one of the RRB ALP exam centres in Noida. Check below the feedback shared by the students.

Q:   Which subject is best for RRB ALP?
A:

RRB ALP subjects for CBT 1 and 2 are given below.

CBT 1 Subjects

RRB ALP CBT 1 Subjects

Mathematics
  • Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions
  • LCM, HCF
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Percentages
  • Time and Work
  • Time and Distance
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Profit and Loss
  • Algebra
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Elementary Statistics
General Intelligence and Reasoning
  • Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series
  • Coding and Decoding
  • Mathematical operations
  • Blood relationships
  • Syllogism
  • Jumbling
  • Venn Diagram
  • Data Interpretation and Sufficiency
  • Conclusions and Decision Making
General Science
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Life Sciences
  • Earth Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Astronomy & Space Technology
General Awareness and Current Affairs
  • Science & Technology
  • Sports and Culture
  • Personalities
  • Economics
  • Indian Polity

CBT 2 Part A Subjects

RRB ALP CBT 2 Part A Subjects

Mathematics
  • Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions
  • LCM, HCF
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Percentages
  • Time and Work
  • Time and Distance
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Profit and Loss
  • Algebra
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Elementary Statistics
General Intelligence and Reasoning
  • Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series
  • Coding and Decoding
  • Mathematical operations
  • Blood relationships
  • Syllogism
  • Jumbling
  • Venn Diagram
  • Data Interpretation and Sufficiency
  • Conclusions and Decision Making
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Arguments and Assumptions
General Science
  • 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
  • Environment Education
  • IT Literacy
General Awareness and Current Affairs
  • Science & Technology
  • Sports and Culture
  • Personalities
  • Economics
  • Indian Polity
Q:   Is RRB ALP Group B or C?
A:

Assistant loco pilot comes under 'C' catagory posts. In Railway A & B catagories comes under officer catagory & C & D catagory are labourer/ workers catagory. RRB ALP salary ranges between INR 19,900 (excluding HRA, DA, etc.) to 35,000. Candidates are entitled to the following benefits:

  1. House Rent Allowance
  2. Dearness Allowance
  3. Transport Allowance
  4. Running Allowance (based on the kilometres travelled)
Q:   How do I prepare for RRB ALP CBT 1 exam?
A:

Candidates must follow RRB ALP exam pattern. They must read good books. Candidates must learn the concepts and formulas. They should solve previous year questions. Candidates must complete the topics given in the syllabus.

 

Vikas Verma said, "The overall paper of the first shift was difficult. In Reasoning, basic questions were asked. In Maths, questions were asked from height and distance, profit and loss, simplification, etc. The Current Affairs questions were easy and based on the events that took place in September-October 2024."

Naveen Srivastava said, "The Science questions were of Class 10 level. Normal questions were asked in Maths and if candidates had practiced well they can easily attempt the paper. There were no questions on Trigonometry in Maths."

Puspindra Verma said, "The overall exam paper was easy. In GS mostly questions were asked from Current Affairs. The Reasoning and Maths sections were moderate."

RRB ALP Student Reaction Video

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024: Number of Good Attempts

The number of good attempts in RRB ALP exam is given below.

Name of Tests Good Attempts Difficulty Level
General Science 17 – 18 Moderate
Mathematics 16 – 18 Moderate
General Intelligence & Reasoning 21 – 23 Easy to Moderate
General Awareness & Current Affairs 8 – 9 Easy to Moderate
Overall 62 – 68 Easy to Moderate

RRB ALP Section-Wise Exam Analysis 2024

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The section-wise exam analysis of RRB ALP exam is given below:

Reasoning

  • Coding – 2 Questions
  • Number Series – 2 Question
  • Letter Series – 2 Questions
  • Blood Relation
  • Syllogisms
  • Sitting Arrangement
  • Mirror Image
  • Hidden Figure
  • Figure Counting
  • Dice
  • Missing Number – 1 Question
  • Alphabet Test – 2 Questions

Maths

Q:   Is RRB ALP considered a Group C or Group D post?
A:

Assistant loco pilot comes under 'C' catagory posts. In Railway A & B catagories comes under officer catagory & C & D catagory are labourer/ workers catagory . 'C'catagories of posts comes from Gade pay INR 1900 to INR 4600

Q:   What is the best way to prepare for the RRB ALP exam?
A:

Candidates can check below the prep strategy for the RRB ALP exam.
Prepare a proper routine
Read newspapers 
Make notes for revision
Practice previous years question papers 
Attempt mock tests to know the level of preparation

  • Profit and Loss – 1 Question
  • Simple Interest – 1 Question
  • Average – 1 Question
  • Time and Work – 1 Question
  • Mixture and Allegation – 1 Question
  • LCM and HCF – 1 Question
  • Geometry – 1 Question (triangle)
  • Simplification – 1 Question based on the BODMAS rule
  • Algebra – 2 Questions

General Science

  • Chemistry – 4 Questions
  • pH value – 1 Question
  • Books and Authors – 1 Question
  • Mirror Lens/Image
  • Snell’s Law
  • Power House of Cell
  • Mass and Acceleration were provided and asking about the Force
  • Plum Pudding Model
  • Question on Electricity Charge
  • Question on Article 29A
  • Question on Periodic Table

General Awareness

  • Sangai Festival
  • War of Panipat
  • First Country in Coal production
  • Patanjali – Yoga, Mahabhasya
  • ISRO
  • Question-related to Babar (asking the name of his wife)
  • Cabinet Secretary

ALP CBT 1 Exam Analysis 2024

A large number of candidates appear for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) exam. RRB exam analysis highlights the overall difficulty level of the exam. Going through the exam analysis candidates can know the difficulty level of different shifts. By knowing this, candidates can prepare better for future.

RRB ALP Shift Timings 2024

RRB ALP shift timings are given below.

Shift Reporting Time Gate Closure Time Exam Start Time

1

7.30 AM

8.30 AM

9.00 AM

2

11.00 AM

12.00 PM

12.30 PM

3

3.00 PM

4.00 PM

4.30 PM

Importance of RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2024

The importance of RRB ALP exam analysis 2024 is given below:

  • Loco pilot exam analysis provides the latest updates about the exam’s difficulty level, question patterns, and any changes in the exam structure
  • By reviewing RRB ALP exam analysis, candidates can prepare their strategies for the areas that need improvement
  • Understanding the types of questions and their difficulty level helps candidates formulate effective time management strategy
  • Knowing the expected questions boosts the confidence of candidates

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2024

RRB ALP exam pattern for first stage CBT comprises a total 75 objective-type multiple-choice questions from Mathematics, General Intelligence, and Reasoning, General Science and General awareness on current affairs. The test carries a total of 75 marks. The duration of the test is 60 minutes. The standard of questions in first stage CBT is framed as per the educational qualification prescribed for the posts. 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. The structure of the RRB ALP & Technician exam pattern is given below.

Subject No. of questions  Total marks and Duration

Mathematics

20

Total marks- 75

Duration-60 minutes

General Intelligence & Reasoning

25

General Science

20

General Awareness and Current Affairs

10

RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus 2024

RRB ALP CBT 1 syllabus 2024 is given below.

Topics Syllabus

Maths

Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, PercentagesMensuration, 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

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