The RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) already declared the notification for the post of ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) and Technicians for the year 2018. As railway is the biggest recruiter of government jobs, most of the aspirants eagerly wait for the RRB recruitment notifications. As the dates of examination for the above test are approaching this is the high time for study. Here we present to you the detailed syllabus for the RRB ALP Exam. If you want to know more on this, check our latest article on RRB ALP Exam Date.
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Important Details
- Name of the Post- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Technicians
- Total Number of Vacancy- 27019 posts
- Salary- Rs. 19900 per month
- Last Date of Application- 31st March, 2018
Exam Pattern
The notification for the post of ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) and Technicians for the RRB CEN 01/2018 notification already released. The exam is based on CBT (Computer Based Test). There are 2 stages of computer based test:
- First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)- MCQ
- Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)- MCQ
For the ALP there are another 3rd round called Computer Based Aptitude Test. There will be negative marking for wrong answers. 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answers. There will be no negative marking for Computer based aptitude test for ALP.
| Exam | Number of Questions | Time |
| 1st Stage CBT | 75 | 60 Min |
| 2nd Stage CBT | Part I – 100 | 90 min |
| Part II – 75 | 60 min |
Exam Syllabus for First Round CBT
| Topic Name | Detailed Sub Topic Syllabus |
| Mathematics | Number System BODMAS Decimals Fractions LCM HCF Ration and Proportion Percentages Mensuration Time and work Time and Distance Simple and compound Interest Profit and Loss Algebra Geometry and Trigonometry Elementary Statistics Square Root Age Calculations Calendar & Clock Pipes & Cistern etc. |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies Alphabetical and Number Series Coding and Decoding Mathematical operations Relationships Syllogism Jumbling Venn Diagram Data Interpretation Sufficiency Conclusions Decision making Similarities and differences Analytical reasoning Classification Directions Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. |
| General Science | Physics Chemistry Life Sciences |
| Current Affairs | Science & Technology Sports Culture Personalities Economics Politics Etc. |
Exam Syllabus for Second Round CBT
Second round is divided into 2 parts:
- Part I – detailed MCQ on various general topics
- Part II – MCQ on particular field chosen by candidates
Part I Syllabus
| Topic Name | Detailed Sub Topic Syllabus |
| Mathematics | Number System BODMAS Decimals Fractions LCM HCF Ration and Proportion Percentages Mensuration Time and work Time and Distance Simple and compound Interest Profit and Loss Algebra Geometry and Trigonometry Elementary Statistics Square Root Age Calculations Calendar & Clock Pipes & Cistern etc. |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies Alphabetical and Number Series Coding and Decoding Mathematical operations Relationships Syllogism Jumbling Venn Diagram Data Interpretation Sufficiency Conclusions Decision making Similarities and differences Analytical reasoning Classification Directions Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. |
| Basic Science and Engineering | Engineering Drawing Units Measurements Mass Weight and Density Work Power and Energy Speed and Velocity Heat and Temperature Basic Electricity Levers and Simple Machines Occupational Safety Environment Education Etc. |
| Current Affairs | Science & Technology Sports Culture Personalities Economics Politics Etc. |
Part II Syllabus
| Discipline (Diploma/ Degree) | Qualifying Test |
| Electrical Engineering | Electrician Instrument Mechanic Wireman Winder (Armature) Refrigeration Mechanic Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| Electronics Engineering | Electronics Mechanic Mechanic radio & TV |
| Mechanical Engineering | Fitter Mechanic Motor Vehicle Tractor Mechanic Mechanic Diesel Turner Machinist Refrigeration Mechanic Air Conditioning Mechanic Heat engine Miliwright maintenance mechanic |
| Automobile Engineering | Mechanic Motor Vehicle Tractor Mechanic Mechanic Diesel Heat Engine Refrigeration Mechanic Air Conditioning Mechanic |
| HSC (10+2) with Physics & Math | Electrician Electronics Mechanic Wireman |
How to Download Official Syllabus
- Go to the official site of DGET. dget.nic.in
- Click on Syllabus tab.
- Go to respective Trade- Syllabus.
- Download it on PDF.
Here is the direct link to download the syllabus. If you want to download the syllabus then click here.
Official Notification
Check the official notification here for the post of ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) & Technicians in the RRB Notification 2018. You can download the official notification from here and check the details on yourself.