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CBT 1 for the Assistant Loco Pilot (CEN 01/2026) runs from 3 to 5 November 2026 for 11,127 vacancies. This page is your one-stop RRB ALP 2026 exam analysis: shift-wise difficulty, section-wise good attempts, topics asked in Maths, Reasoning and General Science, and candidate feedback. We update it after every shift.
RRB ALP 2026 Exam Analysis Status
| Day | Shift | Status | Overall difficulty | Good attempts (out of 75) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nov | Shift 1 | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 3 Nov | Shift 2 | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 3 Nov | Shift 3 | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 4 Nov | Shift 1-3 | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 5 Nov | Shift 1-3 | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2026
1: Between the period of 1858-1947, how many Viceroys ruled over India?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based test |
| Total questions | 75 |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Marking | +1 per correct answer, −⅓ per wrong answer |
| Subjects | Maths, Reasoning, General Science |
| Merit? | Screening stage. Final merit is reportedly CBT 2 Part A and CBAT |
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Join NowRRB ALP 2026 Detailed Exam Analysis – Shift & Section-Wise Report
Overall Analysis by Day and Shift
Use one block per shift. Copy this template.
Exam Date, Shift 1
| Section | Questions | Difficulty | Good attempts | Time-consuming? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Reasoning | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| General Science | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Overall | 75 | Update Soon | Update Soon |
Day summary table
| Day | Overall level | Toughest section | Easiest section | Trend vs previous day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nov | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 4 Nov | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| 5 Nov | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
Topics Asked (Topic-Wise Weightage)
Mathematics
| Topic | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Profit and loss | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Average | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Simple and compound interest | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Time and work | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Time, speed and distance | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Ratio and proportion | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Number system and simplification | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
Reasoning
| Topic | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number and alphabet series | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Coding-decoding | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Seating arrangement / puzzles | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Blood relations | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Syllogism | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Statement and conclusion | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Direction and distance | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Analogy, classification | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
General Science
| Area | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Chemistry | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
| Biology / Life science | Update Soon | Update Soon | Update Soon |
Trends from Previous RRB ALP Papers – Pre-exam Reference
Past ALP analyses report these as frequently tested. Use as a reference only, and don’t copy them into the live tally.
- Maths: Percentage, profit and loss, average, simple and compound interest, time and work, number system
- Reasoning: Seating arrangement, blood relation, statement and conclusion, syllogism, series, direction
- Science: A balanced spread of physics, chemistry and biology, with some shifts tilting to conceptual physics and chemistry
Good Attempts in RRB ALP 2026: What You Need to Know
Good attempts is the number of questions a well-prepared candidate can attempt with high accuracy in the time available, given the paper’s difficulty. It isn’t an official figure. It’s an editorial estimate from faculty solving the paper and student feedback.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Safe attempts | Questions almost anyone prepared can get right |
| Good attempts | A realistic target for a well-prepared candidate |
| Maximum attempts | The most a top performer might attempt |
How we estimate it:
- Our faculty solves the memory-based paper under exam conditions.
- We collect feedback from candidates through a form (attempted, accuracy, time-consuming questions).
- We compare the numbers across shifts.
- We publish a range and update it if new data changes the picture.
Because of negative marking (−⅓), attempting more isn’t always better. See our score calculator in the answer key post.
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Join NowWhat the Last RRB ALP Cycle Looked Like (2025)
CEN 01/2025 (9,970 posts) held its CBT 1 on 13, 16, 17 and 18 February 2026. Reports from that exam give useful context.
| Item | What reports said |
|---|---|
| Overall difficulty | Mostly moderate. One site said easy to moderate, another moderate to hard for the first shift |
| Maths | Calculation-based and time-consuming, but manageable. Percentage, profit and loss, average, interest, time and work, number system were common |
| Reasoning | The most scoring section in most reports |
| General Science | Moderate. Some shifts had tougher conceptual physics and chemistry |
| Example good attempts (13 Feb, Shift 1, one site’s estimate) | Maths 14-17, Reasoning 18-21, Science 13-16, GA 6-8, total 50-55 out of 75 |
Lessons for this year
- Difficulty feels different in each shift. That’s why RRB normalises marks.
- Reasoning is usually the safest scoring section, so attempt it accurately and quickly.
- Maths rewards speed, so use the skip rule (about 60 seconds).
- Don’t judge your result by one shift’s difficulty. Wait for normalised scores.
RRB ALP 2026 – How to Use the Analysis to Estimate Your Score
- Check your shift’s difficulty and good attempts.
- Count your attempts and accuracy.
- Use the answer key once released to calculate your raw score: Correct − (Wrong ÷ 3). See our RRB ALP Answer Key 2026 page.
- Compare with the previous year cut-off and expected range for your zone and category on our RRB ALP Cut Off 2026 page.
- Allow a margin for normalisation.
What to Do After RRB ALP CBT 1
- Start CBT 2 Part A preparation now. Basic Science and Engineering carries a big share. See our 90-day plan.
- Begin CBAT practice. It reportedly carries half of the merit weight.
- Note the topics you found tough and revisit them in your error log.
- Keep your documents ready for verification.
- Track the result and cut-off through your regional RRB website.
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Join NowFrequently Asked Questions
What are good attempts in RRB ALP CBT 1?
Good attempts is an estimate of how many questions a well-prepared candidate can attempt accurately. Check the tables above for each shift.
Is the exam analysis official?
No. It’s based on candidate feedback and faculty review. The official answer key and result are released by RRB.
Does difficulty vary between shifts?
Yes, which is why RRB normalises marks across shifts.
Where can I check my score?
Use the official answer key once released, then calculate raw marks with our score calculator.
