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RRB ALP Free Mock Test 2026

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Mathematics · Reasoning · General Science · General Awareness. 75 questions, 60-minute timer, −⅓ negative marking, instant section-wise score.

ALP CBT 1 has 75 questions (not 100) — 60 minutes total. Different pattern from RRB NTPC and Group D.

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RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2026

SectionQuestionsMarks
Mathematics2020
General Intelligence & ReasoningMost Questions2525
General Science2020
General Awareness & Current Affairs1010
Total7575

60 minutes · Negative marking −⅓ (0.33 marks) per wrong answer · CBT 1 is qualifying only — score used only for shortlisting to CBT 2

Section-wise Strategy

Mathematics

20Q · 20M

Number System, BODMAS, LCM/HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest.

Strategy: Class 10 level — no advanced Trigonometry. Ratio, Percentage, and Time & Work appear most frequently.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

25Q · 25M

Analogies, Alphabetical Series, Coding-Decoding, Directions, Blood Relations, Venn Diagrams, Puzzle, Statement-Conclusion.

Strategy: Highest question count in CBT 1. Solve 15+ reasoning questions daily for speed. Most solvable in under 45 seconds.

General Science

20Q · 20M

Physics, Chemistry, Life Science. Class 10 NCERT — Motion, Electricity, Chemical Reactions, Cell Biology, Human Body Systems.

Strategy: NCERT Science 9–10 is enough. Focus on Physics (Electricity, Motion) and Chemistry (Reactions, Periodic Table).

General Awareness & Current Affairs

10Q · 10M

Indian Railways history & facts, Science & Technology, Sports, Economy, Awards, Government Schemes, Current Affairs (last 4–6 months).

Strategy: Fewest questions but easy marks. Focus on Railways-specific facts — zones, HQ, heritage railways, speed records.

Salary & Benefits 2026

Basic Pay
₹19,900/mo
Gross Salary
₹28–35K/mo
Pay Level
Level 2
Running Allowance
₹3–6K/mo

Plus DA (~46%), HRA, free railway passes, medical, and pension (NPS). Running Allowance is additional for km driven.

ALP Career Progression

1
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Level 2 · Entry position — assist LP in driving
2
Loco Pilot — Goods
Level 4 · Drives goods trains independently
3
Loco Pilot — Mail/Express
Level 5 · Passenger express trains
4
Senior Loco Pilot
Level 6 · ₹35,400+ basic pay

60-Day RRB ALP Preparation Plan

Days 1–15

NCERT Maths 9–10: Ratio, Percentage, Time & Work, Mensuration. Basic Reasoning patterns daily — 30 practice questions per section.

Days 16–35

NCERT Science 9–10 (Electricity, Motion, Chemistry reactions), Reasoning (coding, blood relations, directions). 50 questions/day across sections.

Days 36–50

GK capsule — Railways facts, current affairs. First full 75Q mocks. Identify weak sections and re-practice. Target 55+ in each attempt.

Days 51–60

Daily full mock. Speed practice — 75 questions in under 55 minutes. Final revision of formulas, Railways GK, and Reasoning shortcuts.

Frequently Asked Questions — RRB ALP Free Mock Test

Is this RRB ALP mock test free?
Yes — 2 full-length RRB ALP CBT 1 mock tests are completely free on ZestExam. A free account is required (30 seconds, no credit card). You get 2 full mocks with 75 questions each, 60-minute timer, −⅓ negative marking simulation, and instant section-wise score.
How many questions are in RRB ALP CBT 1?
RRB ALP CBT 1 has 75 questions: Mathematics (20Q/20M), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25Q/25M), General Science (20Q/20M), and General Awareness & Current Affairs (10Q/10M). Total: 75 marks. Duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: −⅓ (0.33 marks) per wrong answer.
What is the RRB ALP 2026 exam date?
RRB ALP 2026 notification is open with applications accepted from May 15, 2026. The recruitment covers approximately 9,970 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot posts across all Railway zones. CBT 1 dates will be announced after the application window closes.
What is the RRB ALP salary?
RRB ALP (Level 2) basic pay is ₹19,900 per month (7th Pay Commission). Gross salary including DA (~46%), HRA (8–24%), and other allowances comes to ₹28,000–35,000 per month. Additionally, ALP receives Running Allowance of ₹3,000–6,000 per month depending on kilometers run. Annual CTC is approximately ₹4–5 LPA.
What is the qualification for RRB ALP?
Minimum qualification: Class 10 pass (Matriculation/SSLC) + ITI in relevant trade (Electrician, Electronics, Mechanic, Fitter, etc.) OR Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Auto Engineering). Age limit: 18–28 years with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-servicemen.
How many stages are there in RRB ALP selection?
RRB ALP selection has 5 stages: (1) CBT 1 — 75 questions, 60 min, −⅓ negative marking (qualifying); (2) CBT 2 — Part A (General) + Part B (Trade-specific), 175 questions, 2.5 hours; (3) Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT); (4) Document Verification; (5) Medical Examination (A1 medical standard required for driving fitness).
What is the career growth for RRB ALP?
ALP career path: Assistant Loco Pilot → Loco Pilot (Goods) → Loco Pilot (Mail/Express) → Senior Loco Pilot → Loco Supervisor. Promotions are based on seniority and departmental exams. Senior Loco Pilots earn ₹35,000–55,000 basic pay (Level 6). The role offers excellent job security, pension, and free railway travel passes.

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