RRB ALP Exam Date 2024 Announced: Check CBT 1 Schedule and Admit Card Release Dates

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the examination dates for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). CBT 1 will be conducted on 25th November 2024 to 29th November 2024. This recruitment exercise provides a total of 18,799 posts making it an ideal vacation for anybody who wants a stable employment working with the Indian Railways. Qualification criteria, exam selection procedure, a link to downloading the admit card, and the exam format and schedule are also included in this blog to guide the candidates and avoid confusion in their preparation period.

Overview of RRB ALP Exam 2024

The exam which the RRB conducts is RRB ALP, which stands for Railway Recruitment Board Assistant Loco Pilot, with the intent of hiring loco pilots for the Indian Railways. This time, 18,799 vacancies are on offer, which makes this examination one of the most sought after government exams in the nation. For those candidates who meet the above criteria, then he/ she should have passed Matriculation/SSLC with ITI or Diploma in Engineering. The maximum age for the post is 30 years and the persons applying for the post must be of sound health both physically and mentally. The chosen candidates shall be placed in pay level 2 of the 7th CPC pay matrix attracting competitive remuneration and training for career progression.

RRB ALP Exam Dates 2024

The Railway Recruitment Board has confirmed the exam schedule for CBT 1. Below are the important dates:

Events	Dates
RRB ALP City Intimation Link	15th November 2024
CBT 1 Exam Date	25th to 29th November 2024
Admit Card Release	4 Days before the exam date
RRB ALP CBT 2 Exam Date	To be notified
RRB ALP Exam Date 2024 for CBAT	To be notified
RRB ALP Document Verification	To be notified

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2024

The candidates have to check their eligibility criteria before going for the RRB ALP exam in 2024.

Educational Qualification

• Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT

                                                           or

• Matriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship

                                                           or

• 3 years Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Automobile).

                                                           or

• Combination of various streams of these Engineering disciplines from a recognized Institution in lieu of ITI.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 33 years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as per government norms (SC/ST, OBC, PwD)

Nationality

• The candidates must be a citizen of Indian.

RRB NTPC Admit Card Released and Download Steps

RRB ALP Admit Card 2024 for Computer Based Technical (CBT 1) exam will be issued four days prior to the exam date. Candidates need to ensure that they download the admit cards as soon as they are available in case of some technical hitches at the end moment.

Steps to Download the RRB ALP Admit Card 2024:

• 1. Visit the official RRB website of your region.
• 2. Click on the "Download Admit Card" link on the homepage.
• 3. Enter your registration number and password/date of birth.
• 4. Verify the details and click on Submit.
• 5. Your admit card will appear on the screen.
• 6. Download the admit card and print multiple copies for future use.

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern

The syllabus for the RRB ALP Exam 2024 has been enclosed in the below table along with the exam pattern. The mode of the exam, maximum marks of the exam, the total number of questions, the duration of the exam, the subjects included in the exam, the pattern of marking and the policy on negative marking has been provided below.

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	20	20	60 minutes
General Science	20	20	60 minutes
Reasoning and Intelligence	25	25	60 minutes
General Awareness & Current Affairs	10	10	60 minutes
Total	75	75	1 hour

Making Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer

Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer

RRB ALP CBT 2 and CBAT Exam Pattern

Candidates who qualify CBT 1 will advance to the RRB ALP CBT 2 exam, which is divided into two parts: Part A is on General Intelligence & Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering; General Awareness of Current Affairs has hundred questions that are to be attempted in ninety minutes. Part B relates to the trade or discipline in which the learner is qualified, with the thirty questions to be attempted being drawn from 75 provided in 60 minutes.

From Part A of CBT 2, candidates will be pre-eminent for Computer-Based Aptitude Test that would be administered at the rate of eight to one in relation to the number of vacancies. CBAT round represents 30% of the test while Part A of CBT 2 represents 70% of the total score on the examination. The CBAT is administered in English and Hindi and there is no penalty for wrong answers in this part of the test. The following is a combined exam pattern for both CBT 2 and CBAT.

RRB ALP CBT 2 and CBAT Exam Pattern

Part	Subjects/Details	No. of Questions	Duration	Weightage	Negative Marking
CBT 2 - Part A	General Intelligence & Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering, General Awareness of Current Affairs	100	90 min	70% (in final selection)	Yes (0.33 marks)
CBT 2 - Part B	Relevant Trade/Discipline	75	60 min	Not included in merit	Yes (0.33 marks)
CBAT	Aptitude-based assessment (Conducted in English and Hindi)		Varies	30% (in final selection)	None

To qualify for the final RRB ALP merit list candidates are required to excel in both second common bidding test 2 (CBT 2) as well as computer based aptitude test (CBAT). Since CBT 2 Part A covers more weight (70%) while CBAT covers (30%), studying well for both parts, is crucial.

RRB ALP Selection Process

RRB ALP Selection process can be divided into various stages so as to bring in the deserving candidates.

1. CBT 1: A test undertaken so that it can eliminate the unsuitable candidates for the next stage of interview.

2. CBT 2: Greater differentiation of the extent of technical and subject knowledge assessment.

3. CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test): Only for those candidates who have applied for the post of ALP only.

4. Document Verification (DV): Original certificates and documents attestation.

5. Medical Examination: In particular, to join the job, the candidates are required to pass a medical fitness test to meet general physical requirements for the position.

Preparation Tips for RRB ALP CBT 1

Here are some expert tips to help you prepare for the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam:

• Create a Study Plan: Flexibly split a day for each subject and concentrate on poor areas in knowledge.
• Practice Previous Year Papers: Be aware of the format of the exam, general idea of questions that are expected.
• Attempt Mock Tests: Mock tests will raise your speed when responding to questions, making you more accurate also.
• Stay Updated with Current Affairs: Read newspapers and follow the news portals for the General Awareness section.
• Revise Regularly: They should jot quick notes so that they can easily revise before exams.
• Maintain Good Health: Rest properly and avoid getting stressed up during your preparation time so that you do not run out of time when actual exam time comes.

Conclusion

RRB ALP Exam 2024 is the golden chance for the candidates to get the government jobs in Indian railways because total 18799 vacancies are available. Due to the high level of competition, any candidate planning to secure a job under the RRB has to prepare well, possibly, with a backup plan to update the information on the site frequently. Downloading of the admit card at the right time and following all the examination instructions will help to avoid a lot of inconveniences. These fundamentals of practice, preparation and mindset, therefore drastically improve the probability of success. Do your best and remain focused because it is a worthy opportunity to reform your life.

All the best for the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam!

FAQs

Q1. When will the RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam 2024 be conducted?

Ans. The RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam is scheduled from 25th to 29th November 2024. Candidates should prepare well in advance for this crucial exam.

Q2. How many vacancies are available for RRB ALP 2024?

Ans. The RRB ALP recruitment offers 18,799 vacancies this year, providing a great opportunity for candidates to secure a job with Indian Railways.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for RRB ALP 2024?

Ans. Candidates must have Matriculation/SSLC with ITI or Diploma in relevant engineering fields to apply for the RRB ALP 2024 exam.

Q4. What is the selection process for RRB ALP 2024?

Ans. The selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Performance in CBT 2 and CBAT plays a key role in final selection.

Q5. When will the RRB ALP 2024 Admit Card be released?

Ans. The RRB ALP admit card for CBT 1 will be released 4 days before the exam date. Candidates should download it early to avoid technical issues.