RRB ALP Preparation Guide
RRB (Railway Recruitment Board)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for RRB ALP 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Online (CBT)
Frequency
Every 2-3 years
Next Exam Date
June 2027
EEligibility Criteria
10th + ITI or Diploma/Degree in Engg, age 18-28 years
ANumber of Attempts
No limit till age
Study Plan by Subject
Mathematics
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
General Science
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Current Affairs
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Technical Ability
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Expert Preparation Tips
CBT 1 is qualifying — aim for 60-70% marks and focus maximum effort on CBT 2 Part A and Part B
CBT 2 Part B (trade-specific) is crucial — master your ITI trade or engineering discipline thoroughly
Basic Science in CBT 2 covers Physics and Chemistry up to class 12 — study NCERT thoroughly
CBAT requires specific preparation — practice spatial reasoning, concentration tests, and reaction time exercises
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 15 | 15 | 12 min |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 | 12 min |
| General Science | 15 | 15 | 12 min |
| Current Affairs | 15 | 15 | 12 min |
| Technical Ability | 15 | 15 | 12 min |
| Total | 75 | 75 | 60 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
February 2027
Next Exam Date
June 2027
Conducted By
RRB (Railway Recruitment Board)
Frequently Asked Questions
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