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RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot Examination) is a national competitive recruitment examination conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). Candidates appointed receive an estimated in-hand monthly salary of as per 7th CPC standards, with general eligibility requiring ages between 18 to 30/32 years.
RRB ALP recruits Assistant Loco Pilots responsible for operating and assisting in running railway locomotives.
| Stage | Mode | Subjects / Modules | Duration | Total Marks | Negative Marking | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 | CBT (Objective (MCQ)) | Maths, GI & Reasoning, GS, General Science | 1 Hour | 75 | 0.33 per wrong answer | Easy to Moderate |
| CBT 2 | CBT (Objective (MCQ)) | Maths, Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering, GA | 2.5 Hours | 175 | 0.33 per wrong answer | Moderate |
| Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) | CBT (Psychometric) | Aptitude for loco piloting | - | 0 | Not applicable | Moderate |
ITI/Diploma holders in relevant trades
Candidates interested in train operations
Technically inclined railway job aspirants
A: RRB ALP is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board.
A: Yes, RRB ALP is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.
A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.