The RRB ALP Exam 2024 dates have been announced. The CBT 1 exam for Assistant Loco Pilots is planned to take place between July and August 2024. The exact date will soon be available on the official RRB website at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/. The Railway Recruitment Board has also published the tentative schedule for CBT 2, CBAT, and Document Verification stages of the exam.
This schedule is crucial for candidates to organize their study plans effectively. Moreover, the total number of vacancies for RRB ALP in 2024 has been increased to 18,799, providing more opportunities for aspiring candidates.
RRB ALP Exam Date 2024 Overview
| Exam Overview | The RRB ALP exam is conducted nationally by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to hire Assistant Loco Pilots across various railway zones in India. |
| Vacancy Announcement | RRB has released a notice stating that there are 18,799 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot positions in 2024. |
| RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam | The first stage, CBT 1, is tentatively scheduled to take place between July and August 2024. |
| RRB ALP CBT 2 Exam | The second stage, CBT 2, is planned for September 2024. |
| RRB ALP CBAT Exam | The Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for qualified candidates will be held in November 2024. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification, expected to be conducted in November or December 2024. |
| Stay Updated | The exact dates for these exams will be announced soon on the official RRB website. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the exam schedule. |
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024
Exam Rounds: The RRB ALP 2024 exam consists of several stages:
- CBT Stage 1
- CBT Stage 2 (Part A and Part B)
- CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test)
- Document Verification.
CBT Stage 1:
Structure of CBT 1: The first stage, CBT 1, includes:
- Total Questions: 75
- Total Marks: 75.
Subjects Covered: Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Science, and General Awareness
Duration: You have 60 minutes (1 hour) to complete the entire CBT 1 exam.
CBT 2 Overview:
- The second stage of the RRB ALP exam consists of two parts: Part A and Part B.
Part A:
Subjects in Part A: Part A covers:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- General Science
- Basic Science and Engineering.
- Number of Questions: There are 100 questions in Part A.
- Total Marks: Part A carries a total of 100 marks.
- Duration: You have 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes) to complete Part A.
Part B:
- Subjects in Part B: Part B focuses on questions related to your Relevant Discipline/Trade.
- Number of Questions: There are 75 questions in Part B.
- Total Marks: Part B is qualifying in nature and carries 75 marks.
- Duration: You have 60 minutes (1 hour) to complete Part B.
Importance of Part A: Marks obtained in Part A determine qualification for the next stages of the selection process and contribute to the final selection.
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2024 (CBT Stage 2):
Part A: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, Basic Science and Engineering
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 minutes.
Part B: Relevant Trade
- Total Questions: 75
- Total Marks: 75
- Duration: 60 minutes.
CBAT Round Overview:
Candidates shortlisted for CBAT will be 8 times the number of ALP vacancies for each category based on their scores in Part A of CBT 2.
Language and Marking:
- The CBAT is conducted in English and Hindi only.
- There is no negative marking in the CBAT round.
Weightage for Final Selection:
- Marks for final selection are calculated with a ratio of 70:30.
- 70% of marks come from Part A of CBT 2.
- 30% of marks come from the CBAT exam.
Merit List:
- Only candidates who pass the CBAT are considered for the RRB ALP merit list.
Qualifying Marks:
- To qualify in CBAT, candidates must score a minimum of 42 marks.
Minimum Pass Percentage for CBT 1 and CBT 2:
UR: 40%
OBC: 30%
SC: 30%
ST: 25%.
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