Published On: 26-08-2024 Updated On: 26-08-2024
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Exam Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 18,799 |
| Stages of Exam | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Document Verification |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | 28th August to 6th September 2024 |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | November 2024 |
| CBAT Exam Date | Last Week of November 2024 |
| Document Verification Date | December 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th Week of August 2024 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the RRB ALP Exam Date 2024 for all stages. The RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam is scheduled to take place from 28th August to 6th September 2024, followed by CBT 2 in November 2024. The complete exam schedule for all stages, including the CBAT and Document Verification, is available in the official notice. Candidates aiming to secure one of the 18,799 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions should gear up and plan their preparation according to the announced dates.
The RRB ALP 2024 exam is a highly competitive, national-level recruitment exam conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board to fill 18,799 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies across various railway zones in India. The selection process comprises multiple stages, including CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, and Document Verification.
The RRB ALP 2024 CBT 1 Exam will be held in multiple shifts between 28th August and 6th September 2024. The CBT 2 Exam is scheduled for November 2024, and the CBAT round will be conducted in the last week of November 2024. Document Verification is slated for December 2024, with the final results expected to be announced at the beginning of 2025. Candidates should start their preparation as per the exam schedule to ensure success.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RRB ALP Admit Card 2024 Release | 4th Week of August 2024 |
| RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Date | 28th August to 6th September 2024 |
| RRB ALP CBT 2 Exam Date | November 2024 |
| RRB ALP CBAT Exam Date | Last Week of November 2024 |
| RRB ALP Document Verification | December 2024 |
Candidates can view the official RRB ALP Exam Date 2024 notice on the Railway Recruitment Board’s official website. The notice contains the complete schedule for all the stages of the recruitment process.
Candidates will be able to download the RRB ALP Admit Card 2024 from the official website once it is released in the 4th week of August 2024. It is mandatory to carry the admit card along with a valid ID proof to the exam center.
The RRB ALP 2024 selection process consists of four stages:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 75 | 75 | 60 minutes |
| Mental Ability, General Science, General Awareness |
CBT Stage 2: This stage is divided into two parts:
CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test): Candidates equal to 8 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the CBAT round. The CBAT will be conducted in English and Hindi without negative marking. Final selection will be based on 70% of marks from Part A of CBT 2 and 30% from the CBAT exam.
| Exam Language | Negative Marking | Weightage | Merit List |
|---|---|---|---|
| English & Hindi | No | Part A CBT II marks count for 70%, CBAT marks count for 30% | Only CBAT-passing candidates are considered for the merit list |
To qualify, candidates must score the minimum marks as determined by the Railway Recruitment Board:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| OBC | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
In the CBAT exam, candidates must score a minimum of 42 marks to pass.
A: The RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam 2024 is scheduled to be held from 28th August to 6th September 2024 in multiple shifts.
A: The key dates are as follows: