RRB ALP (RRB Assistant Loco Pilot & Technician) — Free Online Mock Test
CBT 1: 75 Q in 60 min. Math + Reasoning + GS + GA. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
RRB ALP exam at a glance
RRB ALP full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length RRB ALP mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 75-question, 60-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
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| Conducting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Indian Railways |
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| Official website | rrbapply.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | A multi-stage recruitment for Assistant Loco Pilot: a first computer-based test (CBT 1, a screening test), a second (CBT 2 with a Part A and a trade-specific Part B), a Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT — compulsory for ALP), followed by document verification and a medical examination. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, through centralised RRB notifications (CEN); there is no fixed annual date. |
| Scoring & marking | CBT 1 (75 questions — Mathematics, Reasoning/Mental Ability, General Science and General Awareness) is a screening stage with 1/3 negative marking; CBT 2 has Part A (scored) and a qualifying trade-based Part B. The CBAT has no negative marking, and recent notifications weight CBAT and CBT 2 Part A equally in the merit list. |
| Language | Multiple Indian languages plus English/Hindi (as offered in the CBT). |
Who is eligible for RRB ALP?
A pass in Class 10 plus an ITI (or a relevant diploma/degree in engineering) in a trade matching the notification’s trade grouping. Age limits and relaxations are set in each CEN.
Last verified July 2026 against RRB — official application portal. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
RRB ALP section breakdown
The RRB ALP mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Mathematics (20 Q)
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Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q)
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General Science (20 Q)
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General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q)
RRB ALP scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: RRB ALP penalises wrong answers (-0.33 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: RRB ALP CBT 1 (out of 75).
How RRB ALP is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
RRB ALP time strategy
With 75 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 48 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Mathematics (20 Q)
- Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q)
- General Science (20 Q)
- General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
RRB ALP topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of RRB ALP, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Mathematics (20 Q)
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 8
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Percentage · 2
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Time and Distance · 1
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · LCM and HCF · 1
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Fractions · 1
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Square Roots · 1
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Mensuration · 1
- RRB ALP — Mathematics · Number System · 1
Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification · 7
- Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 6
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Analogy · 2
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Alphabet Series · 2
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Classification · 2
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Number Series · 2
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Ranking · 1
- RRB ALP — Mental Ability & Reasoning · Logical Reasoning · 1
General Science (20 Q)
- RRB ALP — General Science · Chemistry · 5
- RRB ALP — General Science · Physics · 4
- RRB Science — Physics: Light, Sound & Heat · 4
- RRB Science — Physics: Electricity & Magnetism · 4
- RRB ALP — General Science · Biology · 3
General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q)
- RRB GA — Polity: Constitution · 2
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 2
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · Sports · 1
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · World GK · 1
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · Geography · 1
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · History · 1
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · Monuments · 1
- RRB ALP — General Awareness · National Symbols · 1
RRB ALP difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
CBT 1: 75 Q in 60 min. Math + Reasoning + GS + GA. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's RRB ALP bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for RRB ALP
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- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
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- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what RRB ALP really tests
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot is a five-stage recruitment where a screening CBT 1 leads to CBT 2 (a scored Part A and a qualifying trade Part B) and, uniquely, a Computer-Based Aptitude Test with no negative marking. Recent notifications give the CBAT and CBT 2 Part A equal merit weight, so the aptitude test cannot be treated as an afterthought.
Preparation tips
- Practise the ALP-specific CBAT deliberately — it has no negative marking and heavy merit weight.
- Match your trade to the Part B grouping in the notification before applying.
- Manage the 1/3 negative marking in the CBTs with accurate, selective attempts.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting the CBAT, which shares equal weight with CBT 2 Part A in the merit list.
- Applying with a trade that does not match the notification’s Part B grouping.
RRB ALP study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Build Mathematics, Reasoning/Mental Ability and General Science
- Add General Awareness/current affairs
- Start objective practice with 1/3 negative marking
- Prepare CBT 2 Part A (maths, reasoning, basic science & engineering)
- Study your trade for the qualifying Part B
- Drill previous RRB ALP papers
- Practise the ALP-specific CBAT (aptitude, no negative marking)
- Sit full timed mocks and clear the stage cut-offs
- Balance CBAT and CBT 2 Part A, which share merit weight
Where RRB ALP can take you
A strong RRB ALP result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Assistant Loco Pilot
- Railway operations career
- Stable government job
- Trade-aligned entry
Best books & official prep for RRB ALP
- RRB ALP CBT 1 & CBT 2 guides — Various
- Previous-year RRB ALP papers — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official CEN on rrbapply.gov.in; note the CBAT (aptitude) is ALP-specific, has no negative marking, and carries significant merit weight — practise it specifically.
Previous-year papers: Previous RRB ALP CBT papers are widely available and reflect the current multi-stage pattern.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the RRB ALP exam pattern?
- RRB Assistant Loco Pilot & Technician contains 75 questions across 4 sections: Mathematics (20 Q), Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q), General Science (20 Q), General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 48 seconds per question).
- Does RRB ALP have negative marking?
- Yes — RRB ALP carries negative marking of -0.33 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is RRB ALP scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 75. RRB ALP CBT 1 (out of 75).
- How can I practise RRB ALP online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length RRB ALP mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of RRB ALP?
- RRB ALP is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. CBT 1: 75 Q in 60 min. Math + Reasoning + GS + GA. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the RRB ALP exam?
- RRB ALP runs for 60 minutes total across 4 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in RRB ALP?
- RRB ALP is split into: Mathematics (20 Q), Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q), General Science (20 Q), General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. CBT 1: 75 Q in 60 min. Math + Reasoning + GS + GA. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during RRB ALP?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the RRB ALP test adaptive?
- No — RRB ALP is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many RRB ALP mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct RRB ALP variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 3750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free RRB ALP test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge RRB ALP test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are RRB ALP previous year question–style papers included?
- Every RRB ALP mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 75-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free RRB ALP mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's RRB ALP mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the RRB ALP mock test on mobile?
- Yes. RRB ALP mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the RRB ALP syllabus?
- The RRB ALP syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Mathematics (20 Q), Mental Ability / Reasoning (25 Q), General Science (20 Q), General Awareness & Current Affairs (10 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for RRB ALP?
- A pass in Class 10 plus an ITI (or a relevant diploma/degree in engineering) in a trade matching the notification’s trade grouping. Age limits and relaxations are set in each CEN. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic RRB ALP practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the RRB ALP exam and how should I prepare?
- Official RRB ALP exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free RRB ALP mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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