RRB ALP Syllabus 2024, Exam Pattern, Preparation Strategy
by Tamilarasi S
Updated Jun 20, 2024
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.
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
CBT 2
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Preparation Strategy for RRB ALP 2024
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