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Solving RRB ALP previous year question papers is the fastest way to learn the real exam level, the question style and the topics that repeat. With CBT 1 for CEN 01/2026 scheduled for 3-5 November 2026, this page gives you papers from every recent cycle, topic-wise trends, solved practice questions and a plan for using them in your last five weeks. Start with the 2026 and 2024 CBT 1 papers to see the latest style, use the 2018 papers for extra volume, and take CBT 2 papers after CBT 1. Attempt every paper under a 60-minute timer.
RRB ALP 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Notification | CEN 01/2026 |
| Vacancies | 11,127 |
| CBT 1 dates | 3, 4 and 5 November 2026 |
| Age limit | 18-30 years as on 1 July 2026 (relaxations as per rules) |
| Medical standard | A-1 |
| Selection process | CBT 1 → CBT 2 (Part A and B) → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical |
| Initial salary | ₹19,900 basic pay (Level 2) |
| Official website | Your regional RRB site – rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB ALP Previous Year Question Papers: Download PDF
1: Between the period of 1858-1947, how many Viceroys ruled over India?
For the RRB ALP Computer Based Test, there is a prescribed syllabus, which consists of Subjects like General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness, Current Affairs, and Mathematics.
Use these papers in order of recency. Newer papers reflect the current style best.
| Name of the Exam | Links |
| 2018 RRB ALP 14th August 2nd Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 21st August 2nd Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 17th August 3rd Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 29th August 3rd Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 14th August 1st Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 17th August 2nd Shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 2018 29th August 2nd shift | |
| 2018 RRB ALP 29th Aug 2nd Shift |
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Join NowRRB ALP 2025 Exam Pattern 2026 – How the Pattern Has Changed Across Cycles
| Feature | 2018 | 2024-2025 cycles | CEN 01/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 questions | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| CBT 1 duration | 60 min | 60 min | 60 min |
| CBT 1 sections | Maths, Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness | Same as 2018 | Reported: Maths, Reasoning, General Science |
| Negative marking | ⅓ | ⅓ | ⅓ |
| CBT 2 Part A | 100 questions, 90 min | Same | Same |
| CBT 2 Part B | 75 questions, 60 min, qualifying | Same | Same |
| CBAT | Aptitude test | Aptitude test | Reported 50% of merit |
Papers from earlier cycles include General Awareness. If it’s dropped in 2026, skip those 10 questions and focus on Maths, Reasoning and Science. See the [RRB ALP Syllabus and Exam Pattern] page for the latest.
Topic-Wise Weightage from RRB ALP Previous Year Question Papers
Based on prep-site analyses of the November 2024 and February 2026 CBT 1 papers. These are trends, not official figures.
Mathematics (about 20 questions)
| Topic | Trend |
|---|---|
| Percentage | Asked almost every shift |
| Profit and loss | Frequent |
| Average | Frequent |
| Simple and compound interest | Frequent |
| Time and work | Frequent |
| Number system and simplification | Frequent |
| Ratio and proportion, time-speed-distance | Regular |
| Mensuration, algebra, geometry | Occasional |
Reasoning (about 25 questions)
| Topic | Trend |
|---|---|
| Seating arrangement and puzzles | Several questions in many shifts |
| Number and alphabet series | Regular |
| Blood relations | 1-2 questions |
| Statement and conclusion, syllogism | 1-3 questions |
| Direction and distance | 1-2 questions |
| Coding-decoding, analogy, classification | Regular |
General Science (about 20 questions)
| Area | Trend |
|---|---|
| Physics | Roughly a third of the section, and some shifts leaned heavily here |
| Chemistry | Roughly a fifth to a third |
| Biology | Roughly a third |
Most questions are at Class 10 (NCERT) level. Read more in [RRB ALP Study Material].
Difficulty and Good Attempts in RRB ALP PYQs
- Reasoning is usually the most scoring section.
- Maths tends to be calculation-heavy, so speed matters.
- Difficulty varies by shift, which is why RRB normalises marks.
| Paper | Overall level | Section notes (as reported) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2024, various shifts | Moderate | Maths moderate (good attempts about 12-16), Reasoning easy to moderate (about 15-23), Science easy to moderate (about 14-17) |
| Feb 2026, 13 Feb Shift 1 | Moderate (sites varied) | Maths 14-17, Reasoning 18-21, Science 13-16, total about 50-55 of 75 |
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Join NowSolve Model Questions for RRB ALP Exam 2026
Sections A and B are the 5 questions from the original page, now with answers. Sections C-E are original practice questions in the frequently asked patterns, not actual past questions.
A. Sample questions from past papers (with answers)
- The electron was discovered by ________. → A. J. J. Thomson
- Who is the first woman to head Indian Railways as Railway Minister? → B. Mamata Banerjee (standard GK reference; verify before publishing)
- The pH of a liquid was found to be 7. Which liquid is it likely to be? → C. Water (pH 7 is neutral)
- What is the unit of impedance? → D. Ohm
- In which year was Indian Railways nationalised? → B. 1951
B. Mathematics practice
- A number is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. What is the net change?
Answer: 4% decrease. Multiply 1.2 × 0.8 = 0.96. - A can finish a job in 12 days and B in 15 days. How long will they take together?
Answer: 6⅔ days. 1/12 + 1/15 = 9/60 = 3/20, so 20/3 days. - Convert 54 km/h to m/s.
Answer: 15 m/s. 54 × 5/18 = 15. - What is the difference between compound and simple interest on ₹5,000 at 10% for 2 years?
Answer: ₹50. CI − SI = P(r/100)² = 5,000 × 0.01. - The average of 5 numbers is 24. If one is removed, the average of the rest is 22. What was removed?
Answer: 32. 120 − 88 = 32.
C. Reasoning practice
- Series: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?
Answer: 42. Differences are 4, 6, 8, 10, 12. - If CAT = 24 (using letter positions 3 + 1 + 20), what is DOG?
Answer: 26. 4 + 15 + 7 = 26. - Pointing to a man, Rina says, “He is the son of my mother’s only brother.” How is he related to Rina?
Answer: Cousin. Her maternal uncle’s son. - A person walks 5 km north, 3 km east, then 5 km south. How far and in which direction is she from the start?
Answer: 3 km east. - Statements: All engines are machines. Some machines are fast. Conclusion: Some engines are fast.
Answer: Does not follow. The overlap between “machines” and “fast” may not include engines.
D. General Science practice
- What is the SI unit of force? → Newton
- Which gas do plants release during photosynthesis? → Oxygen
- Deficiency of which vitamin causes night blindness? → Vitamin A
- A 12 V supply is connected across a 4 Ω resistor. What is the current? → 3 A (I = V/R)
- Which cell organelle is called the powerhouse of the cell? → Mitochondria
How to Use RRB ALP CBT 2 Question Papers
CBT 2 is where final merit is built, so start solving these after CBT 1.
- Solve Part A in one 90-minute sitting.
- Tag Basic Science and Engineering mistakes by topic: units, work-energy, heat, basic electricity, simple machines, drawing, safety.
- Practise Part B with your own trade’s papers only.
| Part | Content | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Maths, Reasoning, Basic Science and Engineering (older papers also include General Awareness) | 100 | 90 min |
| Part B | Trade paper (ITI/diploma), qualifying at 35% | 75 | 60 min |
How to Use RRB ALP Previous Year Papers: 5-Week Plan for CBT 1
- Time every paper. 60 minutes, no breaks.
- Score honestly: Correct − Wrong ÷ 3.
- Log every mistake by topic and reason.
- Re-solve wrong questions after 3 and 7 days.
- Track your trend. Your scores should rise across papers.
| Week | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Attempt one recent paper untimed to see your baseline. Solve topic-wise from percentage, series and science basics |
| 2 | Solve 3 papers, sectional timing (Reasoning 18 min, Maths 22 min, Science 15 min) |
| 3 | Solve 1 paper every 2 days, timed. Start your error log |
| 4 | Alternate a paper and a mock test. Analyse each for 2 hours |
| 5 | One paper daily at your exam shift time. Revise the error log. No new topics |
Use them for Maths, Reasoning and Science, but keep ALP papers as your main practice set.
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