RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026 Out, Check Shift-Wise Review, Difficulty Level and Good Attempts

The RRB ALP CBT 1 exam for CEN 01/2026 is scheduled to be conducted in three shifts across the country from 3 to 5 November 2026. Based on candidate feedback and our expert team’s analysis, the RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026 is now out for 3 November CBT.

The CBT 1 consists of 75 questions for 75 marks to be solved in 60 minutes, with a negative marking of 1/3 mark for every wrong answer. Based on candidates who appeared in the exam, we have provided the shift-wise review of difficulty level and good attempts.

This exam is for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot posts. This article covers the 3 November analysis, and the 4 and 5 November reviews will be added after those exams are successfully conducted.

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026 Out

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is conducting the RRB ALP CBT 1 examination from 3 to 5 November 2026 under CEN 01/2026. Candidates appearing for the Assistant Loco Pilot examination can check the exam analysis to understand the difficulty level, section-wise question distribution, good attempts, and topics asked in the examination. The analysis is particularly useful for candidates preparing for upcoming shifts, as it provides an overview of the exam trend and important questions.

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Analysis: Key Details

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	RRB ALP CBT 1 2026
CEN Number	01/2026
Exam Dates	3, 4 and 5 November 2026
Mode	Computer-Based Test
Sections	Mathematics, Mental Ability (Reasoning), General Science
Total Questions	75
Total Marks	75
Duration	60 Minutes
Negative Marking	1/3 mark per wrong answer
Vacancies	11,127
Overall Difficulty (3 Nov)	Easy to Moderate

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026: Section-Wise Number of Questions

Section	Number of Questions	Total Questions
Mathematics	30	75
Mental Ability (General Intelligence & Reasoning)	39-40
General Science	5-6
Total	75	75

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026: 3 Nov Shift-Wise Review

The exam on 3 November was held in three shifts. We have provided the overall and section-wise shift-wise analysis for the 3 November exam in the table below:

Shift	Overall Level	Mathematics	Mental Ability	General Science	Good Attempts (Out of 75)
Shift 1	Easy to Moderate	Moderate	Easy	Easy	55-60+
Shift 2	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA
Shift 3	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026: Section-Wise Review

The RRB ALP CBT 1 consists of three sections including Mathematics, Mental Ability, and General Science. A total of 75 questions are asked in the exam from these sections. Below, we have provided a section-wise analysis of the important questions asked in the examination:

1. Mathematics

The questions asked in the exam are being recalled and collected from the candidates who appeared in the exam and will be uploaded here soon.

2. Mental Ability (Reasoning)

The questions asked in the exam are being recalled and collected from the candidates who appeared in the exam and will be uploaded here soon.

3. General Science

The questions asked in the exam are being recalled and collected from the candidates who appeared in the exam and will be uploaded here soon.

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 4 November 2026

The RRB ALP CBT 1 exam for 4 November 2026 will be held in multiple shifts. The shift-wise review will be updated after the exam is completed.

Shift	Overall Level	Mathematics	Mental Ability	General Science	Good Attempts (Out of 75)
Shift 1	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA
Shift 2	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA
Shift 3	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

RRB ALP Exam Analysis 5 November 2026

The RRB ALP CBT 1 exam for 5 November 2026 is the final day of CBT 1. The shift-wise review will be updated after the exam is completed.

Shift	Overall Level	Mathematics	Mental Ability	General Science	Good Attempts (Out of 75)
Shift 1	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA
Shift 2	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA
Shift 3	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

RRB ALP CBT Exam Pattern 2026

The CBT 1 consists of three sections for a total of 75 marks through 75 questions, each question carries 1 mark. The duration is of 60 minutes, and a negative marking of 1/3rd is dedcuted for each incorrect answer.

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	75	75	60 Minutes
Mental Ability
General Science
Total	75	75

RRB ALP Exam Shift Timings 2026

Shift	Reporting Time	Gate Closing Time	Exam Timing
Shift 1	7:30 AM	8:30 AM	9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Shift 2	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Shift 3	3:00 PM	4:00 PM	4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Preparation Tips for Upcoming Shifts

Candidates who will appear for the upcoming shifts in the upcoming days of the examination can use these preparation tips:

Start with Reasoning, then move to General Science and Maths.
Do not spend more than 60 seconds on any Maths question.
Revise Class 10 level Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Practise Maths calculations daily to improve speed.
Avoid blind guessing because of the negative marking.

What Next After CBT 1?

After reviewing our RRB ALP Exam Analysis 2026, candidates who feel confident about their performance should start preparing for the next stage of the selection process. Candidates who clear CBT 1 will be shortlisted for CBT 2, followed by the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and Medical Examination.

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