{"id":201357,"date":"2026-01-12T17:47:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:17:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=201357"},"modified":"2026-01-12T17:48:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:18:41","slug":"rrb-alp-important-topics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/","title":{"rendered":"RRB ALP Important Topics 2026, Check CBT 1 and 2 Topics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#What_is_the_RRB_ALP_Exam_Structure\" >What is the RRB ALP Exam Structure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#What_are_the_RRB_ALP_Important_Topics_for_CBT-1\" >What are the RRB ALP Important Topics for CBT-1?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#What_are_the_RRB_ALP_important_topics_for_CBT-2\" >What are the RRB ALP important topics for CBT-2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#RRB_ALP_Topic-Wise_Weightage\" >RRB ALP Topic-Wise Weightage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#Where_can_I_get_a_perfect_RRB_ALP_Study_Plan\" >Where can I get a perfect RRB ALP Study Plan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#Summary_of_RRB_ALP_Important_Topics\" >Summary of RRB ALP Important Topics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-important-topics\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>RRB ALP Important Topics<\/strong>: Preparing for RRB ALP in 2026 means studying smart &#8211; not just hard. The Assistant Loco Pilot selection now places heavy emphasis on both general aptitude (CBT-1 and Part A of CBT-2) and trade-specific knowledge (Part B of CBT-2, qualifying in nature). Below is a focused, well-researched guide to the RRB ALP Important Topics you should prioritise for CBT-1 and CBT-2, with concrete topic lists, weightage cues, study tactics and a compact summary you can keep beside your desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-alp-mock-test\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free RRB ALP Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-rrb-alp-exam-structure\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_RRB_ALP_Exam_Structure\"><\/span>What is the RRB ALP Exam Structure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-alp-exam-pattern\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RRB ALP Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/a> is divided into sections like Mathematics, General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning, General Science and General Awareness. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>CBT-1:<\/strong> Objective screening test covering Mathematics, General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning, General Science (10th standard level) and General Awareness\/Current Affairs. ~75 questions, 60 minutes; negative marking 1\/3. Qualifying and filtering candidates into CBT-2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CBT-2:<\/strong> Split into <strong>Part A<\/strong> (Mathematics, Reasoning, Basic Science &amp; Engineering \/ General Science &#8211; 100 marks) and <strong>Part B<\/strong> (trade\/discipline-specific technical questions &#8211;  qualifying). Part A determines the ranking; Part B is the qualifying round. Time and marks differ by RRB notification; treat Part A as high priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-rrb-alp-important-topics-for-cbt-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_RRB_ALP_Important_Topics_for_CBT-1\"><\/span>What are the RRB ALP Important Topics for CBT-1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The important topics for RRB ALP CBT 1 include mathematics, general intelligence and reasoning, and general science, CBT-1 is short and selective. Focus on accuracy and speed on these high-yield topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mathematics (Class X level<\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Number system, HCF\/LCM, simplification (BODMAS), percentages, profit &amp; loss, ratio &amp; proportion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time, speed &amp; distance; average; simple &amp; compound interest; basic algebra (linear equations); basic geometry (areas).<br><strong>Why:<\/strong> Short questions, quick marks &#8211; practice mental math and shortcuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number System<\/td><td>2 &#8211; 3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HCF &amp; LCM<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simplification (BODMAS)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Percentages<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Profit &amp; Loss<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ratio &amp; Proportion<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time, Speed &amp; Distance<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simple &amp; Compound Interest<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Algebra (Linear Equations)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Geometry \/ Areas<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Series (number &amp; alphabet), coding-decoding, analogy, classification, blood relations, direction &amp; distance, puzzles (basic), syllogism.<br><strong>Why:<\/strong> Pattern recognition + practice = fast scoring. Focus on common RRB question types. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approximate Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number Series<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alphabet Series<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coding\u2013Decoding<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Analogy<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Classification (Odd One Out)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blood Relations<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direction &amp; Distance<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Syllogism<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Puzzles (Basic \u2013 Seating\/Order)<\/td><td>3\u20134<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Misc. (Mirror image, Venn, etc.)<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Science (10th leve<\/strong>l)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Physics: motion, forces, basic electricity, heat, light.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemistry: acids\/bases, metals &amp; non-metals, chemical reactions (common).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biology: human physiology, food &amp; nutrition, reproduction, diseases &amp; immunisation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Physics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motion &amp; Laws of Motion<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Force &amp; Work<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Electricity<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heat &amp; Temperature<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light (Reflection\/Refraction \u2013 basics)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chemistry:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Acids, Bases &amp; Salts<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Metals &amp; Non-Metals<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chemical Reactions (basic types)<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Everyday Chemistry<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Biology:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Human Physiology<\/td><td>2\u20133<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food &amp; Nutrition<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reproduction<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diseases &amp; Immunisation<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Awareness &amp; Current Affairs <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Static GK: Indian History, Geography, Polity basics, basic economic terms, Indian Railways (zones, loco types, safety basics).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recent events (last 6\u201312 months): awards, government schemes, important national &amp; international events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Static GK:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian History<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Geography (India basics)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Polity (Constitution, bodies)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Economy (basic terms)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Railways (zones, safety, loco)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Current Affairs<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Government Schemes<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Awards &amp; Honours<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>National Events<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>International Events<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/railways-rrb-alp\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore RRB ALP Courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-rrb-alp-important-topics-for-cbt-2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_RRB_ALP_important_topics_for_CBT-2\"><\/span>What are the RRB ALP important topics for CBT-2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The RRB ALP important topics for CBT 2 include number system, complex puzzles, and more Part A of CBT-2 is where ranks are decided &#8211; deeper and more numerous questions. Check out the details given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mathematics &amp; Numerical Ability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Algebra (equations, inequalities), advanced ratio &amp; proportion, time &amp; work, time-speed-distance (including trains problems), geometry (triangles, circles basics), mensuration, permutation\/combinations &amp; probability basics.<br><strong>Study tip:<\/strong> Solve mixed topic sectional mock tests; emphasise accuracy under time pressure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approximate Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number System<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HCF &amp; LCM<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simplification (BODMAS)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Percentages<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Profit &amp; Loss<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ratio &amp; Proportion<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time, Speed &amp; Distance<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simple &amp; Compound Interest<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Algebra (Linear Equations)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Geometry \/ Mensuration (Areas, Perimeter)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complex puzzles, multi-dimensional seating, data-sufficiency style reasoning, advanced syllogism, critical reasoning.<br><strong>Study tip:<\/strong> Practice puzzles daily &#8211; adaptability improves faster than raw theory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approximate Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number Series<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alphabet Series<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coding\u2013Decoding<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Analogy<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Classification<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blood Relations<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direction &amp; Distance<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Syllogism<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Puzzles (Seating \/ Order \u2013 moderate)<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Misc. (Venn, Mirror Image, etc.)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Basic Science &amp; Engineering (for Part A)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fundamental concepts from Physics &amp; Chemistry applicable to engineering contexts: basic electricity (Ohm\u2019s law, series\/parallel), magnetism, power &amp; energy basics, thermodynamics basics, simple machines.<br><strong>Why:<\/strong> Questions are applied &#8211; linking concepts to loco systems helps recall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Physics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motion &amp; Laws of Motion<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Force, Work, Power &amp; Energy<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Electricity (Current, Resistance)<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heat &amp; Temperature<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light (Reflection &amp; Refraction \u2013 basics)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chemistry:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Acids, Bases &amp; Salts<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Metals &amp; Non-Metals<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chemical Reactions &amp; Equations<\/td><td>2\u20133<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Carbon &amp; its Compounds (Basics)<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Everyday Chemistry<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Biology:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Human Physiology<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food, Nutrition &amp; Health<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reproduction<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diseases &amp; Immunisation<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Environment &amp; Ecosystem (basic)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-alp-important-topics-for-cbt-2-part-b\"><strong>RRB ALP Important Topics for CBT-<\/strong>2 (Part B)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part B differs by educational background\/discipline. Typical areas (depending on trade) include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electrical\/Electronics: Circuits, semiconductors, measurements, transformers, control systems basics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical\/Automobile: IC engines, thermodynamics, manufacturing basics, material science.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other trades: discipline-specific fundamental topics as per notification.<br>Approach: Use past trade papers and the official trade syllabus; make a 2-week intensive revision cycle for Part B because it\u2019s qualifying.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-alp-topic-wise-weightage\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RRB_ALP_Topic-Wise_Weightage\"><\/span>RRB ALP Topic-Wise Weightage <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Different topics have different weightage of marks. We have provided the list of topics priority wise for the applicants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topic area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Why it Matters<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Target Study Action<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Reasoning (Series, Puzzles)<\/td><td>High question count, fast gains with practice<\/td><td>Daily mixed puzzles + time-bound mocks. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Mathematics (Number system, Algebra, Trains)<\/td><td>Frequent and scoring<\/td><td>Learn shortcuts; 50 drilled problems\/day. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Basic Science (10th level + applied)<\/td><td>Moderate weight, easy pick-ups<\/td><td>NCERT X revision + concept maps. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Trade (Part B)<\/td><td>Qualifying; can eliminate you<\/td><td>2-week technical revision before exam.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>Low volume but avoid silly mistakes<\/td><td>Weekly current affairs + static GK checklist. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-can-i-get-a-perfect-rrb-alp-study-plan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_get_a_perfect_RRB_ALP_Study_Plan\"><\/span>Where can I get a perfect RRB ALP Study Plan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can get a perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-cbt-2-study-plan\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RRB ALP study plan<\/strong> <\/a>in this article. Check it out below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First 40 days:<\/strong> Concept clarity (Maths + Reasoning + Science); NCERTs &amp; topic notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Next 20 days:<\/strong> Topic tests + sectional timed mocks; focus on weak topics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Last 10\u201315 days:<\/strong> Full mocks (simulate CBT timing), Part B brush-up (if applicable), revision notes &amp; error log.<br><strong>Daily micro-tasks:<\/strong> 30 min current affairs, 1 hour puzzles, 1 hour maths, 30\u201345 min science\/technical.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary-of-rrb-alp-important-topics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_of_RRB_ALP_Important_Topics\"><\/span>Summary of RRB ALP Important Topics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The summary of RRB ALP important topics is given below. Check out the details for a quick overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Focus Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority Level<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Preparation Tips<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mathematics (CBT-1 &amp; 2)<\/strong><\/td><td>Number System, HCF &amp; LCM, Percentages, Time-Speed-Distance, Time &amp; Work, Profit &amp; Loss, Algebra, Mensuration<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Practice 40\u201350 problems daily; note key formulas; focus on speed &amp; accuracy.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reasoning (CBT-1 &amp; 2)<\/strong><\/td><td>Series, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Syllogism, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Attempt sectional mocks daily; master pattern-based questions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>General Science (CBT-1)<\/strong><\/td><td>Physics \u2013 Electricity, Motion, Heat; Chemistry \u2013 Acids, Bases, Metals; Biology \u2013 Human Body, Nutrition, Diseases<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Revise NCERT Class 9 &amp; 10 chapters; prepare short notes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>General Awareness (CBT-1)<\/strong><\/td><td>Current Affairs (6\u201312 months), Indian Railways, Polity, Geography, Economy, Static GK<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Read daily current affairs; revise with monthly compilations.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Basic Science &amp; Engineering (CBT-2 Part A)<\/strong><\/td><td>Applied Physics, Basic Mechanics, Power &amp; Energy, Thermodynamics, Simple Machines<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Study through concept diagrams; relate theory to practical use in railways.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Trade Paper (CBT-2 Part B)<\/strong><\/td><td>Core Technical Topics from your trade (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, etc.)<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Focused revision 1\u20132 hours daily in last two weeks; solve previous trade-based papers.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Revision &amp; Practice<\/strong><\/td><td>Mock Tests, Error Analysis, Time Management, Formula Sheets<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Attempt full-length mocks twice a week; keep a \u201cMistake Notebook\u201d for revisions.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-alp-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Solve RRB ALP Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you concentrate on the RRB ALP Important Topics above with a disciplined mix of concept revision, timed practice, and trade-specific brushing up, you\u2019ll cover both the short, sharp demands of CBT-1 and the deeper, rank-shaping needs of CBT-2. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751439919867\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.1 What are the important topics for mathematics?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The important topics for mathematics include Number System: Basics, types, and properties &#8211; Fractions, Decimals, Percentages: Simplification, conversions &#8211; Ratio and Proportion: Applications and problems &#8211; Time and Work: Efficiency and sharing &#8211; Profit and Loss: Discount, gain percentage, etc. &#8211; Geometry: Shapes, area, perimeter, volume.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751440472202\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.2 What are the topics I should revise for General Intelligence and Reasoning?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The topics that require maximum revision are Analogies and Classification &#8211; Coding-Decoding &#8211; Series and Sequences &#8211; Venn Diagrams and Syllogism &#8211; Mathematical Operations &#8211; Decision-Making and Data Interpretation<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751440521386\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.3 Is the General Science section important for candidates?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, the general science section is quite important for candidates. The important topics include Physics: Mechanics, energy, force, light, sound &#8211; Chemistry: Atomic structure, periodic table, reactions &#8211; Biology: Anatomy, diseases, ecosystems, botany\/zoology concepts.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751440641505\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.4 What are the total marks for RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The total marks for the RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam are 75.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751440693393\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q.5 Is there any negative marking in the exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, a negative marking of -1\/3 mark is there for every wrong answer in the exam.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/gk-questions-in-rrb-alp\/\">Important GK Questions in RRB ALP Exam, Download Free PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-alp-eligibility-check-tool\/\">Are You Eligible for RRB ALP 2026? 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