RRB ALP selection process
- CBT-1 (screening)
- CBT-2 (Part A merit + Part B qualifying trade test)
- CBAT (aptitude test)
- Document verification
- Medical examination (A-1)
RRB ALP exam pattern 2026
CBT-1
| Subject / section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | ||
| Mental Ability (General Intelligence & Reasoning) | ||
| General Science | ||
| Total | 75 | 75 |
Screening only; marks do not count in final merit. From CEN 01/2026, General Awareness is no longer part of CBT-1. Candidates equal to 15 times the vacancies are called for CBT-2. Minimum marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%.
CBT-2 Part A
| Subject / section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | ||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | ||
| Basic Science & Engineering | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Counts in final merit (50%). Minimum marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC-NCL 30%, SC 30%, ST 25%.
CBT-2 Part B
| Subject / section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 75 | 75 |
Trade test based on DGT trade syllabus; only qualifying, 35% needed by every category. Diploma/degree holders choose a trade linked to their branch.
CBAT
Candidates equal to 8 times the vacancies (from those who pass CBT-2) are called. A T-score of at least 42 in each test battery is needed. Counts 50% in final merit.
RRB ALP syllabus 2026 – topic-wise
CBT-1 and CBT-2 Part A syllabus
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
Mental Ability / General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Alphabetical and number series
- Coding-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
CBT-1 syllabus
General Science
- Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level
CBT-2 Part A syllabus
Basic Science & Engineering
- Engineering drawing (projections, views, drawing instruments, lines, geometric figures, symbolic representation)
- Units and 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
CBT-2 Part B syllabus
Trade syllabus
- Syllabus of the relevant ITI trade as prescribed by DGT
Tip: solve RRB ALP previous year papers to see which topics are asked most.
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Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.