RRB ALP Syllabus 2024, Exam Pattern, Preparation Strategy

The RRB ALP Syllabus 2024 includes subjects like Mathematics, General Science, Mental Ability, General Awareness, and Basic Science & Engineering. It prepares candidates for various stages of the exam, emphasizing technical and non-technical knowledge essential for the Assistant Loco Pilot position.

by Tamilarasi S

Updated Jun 20, 2024

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RRB ALP Syllabus 2024, Exam Pattern, Preparation Strategy
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RRB ALP Syllabus 2024

The RRB ALP Syllabus 2024 covers a range of subjects crucial for the Assistant Loco Pilot exam. It includes Mathematics with topics like algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. General Science encompasses physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental studies. Mental Ability involves reasoning, coding-decoding, and analytical skills. General Awareness covers current affairs, history, geography, and cultural aspects. Part A of CBT 2 focuses on basic science and engineering principles. Part B of CBT 2 tests technical knowledge relevant to specific trades.

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Aspect

Details

Exam Conducting Body

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)

Post

Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)

Vacancies

5696

Selection Process

CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, DV, and Medical Exam

Total Questions

CBT 1: 75

CBT 2: 175

Duration

CBT 1: 60 minutes

CBT 2: 120 minutes

RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus 2024

Mathematics

S.No.

Topics

1.

BODMAS

2.

Decimals

3.

Fractions

4.

LCM & HCM

5.

Ratio and Proportion

6.

Percentages

7.

Mensuration

8.

Profit and Loss

9.

Time and Work

10.

Speed, Distance and Time

11.

Simple and Compound Interest

12.

Algebra

13.

Geometry

14.

Trigonometry

15.

Elementary Statistics

16.

Square Root

17.

Age Calculations

18.

Calendar and Clock

19.

Pipes and Cisterns

General Science

S.No.

Topics

1.

Physics

2.

Chemistry

3.

Biology

4.

Life Science

5.

Environment

Mental Ability

S.No.

Topics

1.

Analogies

2.

Alphabetical and Number Series

3.

Coding and Decoding

4.

Mathematical Operations

5.

Relationships

6.

Syllogism

7.

Jumbling

8.

Venn Diagram

9.

Data Interpretation and Sufficiency

10.

Conclusion and Decision-Making

11.

Similarities and Differences

12.

Analytical Reasoning

13.

Classification

14.

Directions

15.

Statements—arguments and assumptions, etc.

General Awareness

S.No.

Topics

1.

National and International Events

2.

History

3.

Science and Technology

4.

Personalities in News

5.

Books and Authors

6.

Geography

7.

Awards and Honours

8.

Art and Culture

9.

Polity

10.

Economy

11.

Sports

Current Affairs

S.No.

Topics

1.

Important National Events

2.

International Events

3.

List of Governor General of India

4.

List of Presidents and Vice Presidents of India

5.

Dams in India

6.

Famous Books and Authors

7.

Important Boundary Lines

8.

National Highways

9.

National Symbols

10.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

RRB ALP CBT 2 Syllabus 2024

Mathematics

S.No.

Topics

1.

Square Root

2.

BODMAS

3.

Trigonometry

4.

Decimals

5.

Speed, Distance and Time

6.

Pipes and Cisterns

7.

Mensuration

8.

Time and Work

9.

Percentage

10.

Elementary Statistics

11.

Fractions

12.

Simple and Compound Interest

13.

Profit and Loss

14.

Ratio and Proportion

15.

LCM and HCM

16.

Algebra

17.

Age Calculations

18.

Geometry

19.

Calendar and Clock, etc.

General Intelligence and Reasoning

S.No.

Topics

1.

Syllogism

2.

Classification

3.

Blood Relations

4.

Analogies

5.

Similarities and Differences

6.

Analytical Reasoning

7.

Alphabetical and Number Series

8.

Coding and Decoding

9.

Conclusion and Decision Making

10.

Venn Diagram

11.

Statements-Arguments and Assumptions

12.

Mathematical Operations

13.

Distance and Directions

14.

Data Interpretation and Sufficiency

Basic Science & Engineering

S.No.

Topics

1.

Engineering Drawing (Projection, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, and Symbols Representation)

2.

Units

3.

Measurements

4.

Mass, Weight and Density

5.

Work, Power and Energy

6.

Speed and Velocity

7.

Heat and Temperature

8.

Basic Electricity

9.

Levers and Simple Machines

10.

Occupation Safety and Health

11.

Environment Education

12.

IT Literacy

RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024

CBT 1

  • Objective-type questions with multiple-choice answers
  • 75 questions for 75 marks
  • 60 minutes duration
  • Negative marking: 1/3 for each incorrect answer

CBT 2

  • Divided into Part A and Part B
  • Part A: 100 questions (90 minutes)
  • Part B: 75 questions (60 minutes)
  • Total: 175 questions
  • Negative marking: 1/3 for each incorrect answer

Minimum Qualifying Marks

  • UR and EWS: 40%
  • OBC (NCL): 30%
  • SC: 30%
  • ST: 25%

Preparation Strategy for RRB ALP 2024

  • Review the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly.
  • Choose quality study materials and books for each subject.
  • Practice mock tests and previous year papers.
  • Focus on weak areas and revise regularly.
  • Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge.

Recommended Books for RRB ALP Preparation

  • Analytical Reasoning by M K Pandey
  • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
  • A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S Aggarwal
  • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
  • General Knowledge Book for Competitive Exams by Manohar Panday

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