The RRB ALP 2026 syllabus has three distinct components: CBT 1 (screening, general topics), CBT 2 Part A (general topics, merit-determining), and CBT 2 Part B (trade-specific technical paper, qualifying). Trade knowledge in Part B is the unique element not found in other RRB exams.
CBT 1 Syllabus (Screening)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | Number System, BODMAS, Fractions, Percentages, LCM/HCF, Ratio, SI/CI, Mensuration, Time & Work, TSD, Trigonometry |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Syllogisms, Relationships, Venn Diagrams, Statements & Conclusions, Analytical Reasoning |
| General Science | 20 | 20 | Physics (Motion, Force, Electricity, Optics, Sound), Chemistry (Atoms, Molecules, Elements, Acids/Bases, Reactions), Biology (Cells, Human systems, Diseases) |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 | Science & Tech, Sports, Culture, Railway news, History, Geography, Current events |
CBT 2 Part A Syllabus (General – Merit Determining)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 |
| Total Part A | 100 | 100 |
Basic Science & Engineering (CBT 2 Part A) – Key Topics
- Engineering Drawing (projection, views, scales)
- Units & Measurements
- Basic Electricity (Ohm's Law, Series/Parallel circuits)
- Levers & Simple Machines
- Occupational Safety & Health
- Environment & Pollution Control
- IT Literacy basics
CBT 2 Part B Syllabus (Trade-Specific – Qualifying)
- Part B is based on the candidate's ITI trade / engineering branch
- Questions from the trade syllabus as per NCVT / AICTE standards for the respective trade
- Must score minimum 35% marks in Part B to qualify; Part B marks not included in merit