RRB ALP Safe Zone and Danger Zone, Expected Cut Off 2026

RRB ALP Safe Zone and Danger Zone, Expected Cut Off 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)  notification CEN No. 01/2025. It presents a significant career opportunity. Understanding the structured RRB ALP Selection Process, detailed exam patterns, and the competitive landscape across various zones is essential for all candidates. The preparation should begin with knowing the syllabus and exam pattern.

Then, the focus should be on keeping a target score to achieve in the exam. Candidates should align their study plans to schedule thier preparation in such a way to achieve the score irrespective of the zone applied. Focus on solving the mock tests and revision can help them improving thier performance. 

 RRB ALP Exam Overview

RRB ALP exam is for candidates who have completed their 10th with ITI in the relevant trade. The age limit for the Assistant Loco Pilot is 18 to 30 years. Candidates who have applied for the ALP posts need to appear for CBT 1. It is the first round in the selection process scheduled for February 16, 17, and 18, 2026.

 RRB ALP Selection Process 

The selection process for the Assistant Loco Pilot position involves multiple stages designed to assess candidates' abilities and suitability.

• First Stage: CBT-1 (Computer-Based Test)

• Second Stage: CBT-2

• Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)

• Document Verification

• Medical Examination

RRB ALP Zone-Wise Vacancy & Application Data Analysis

Analysing the distribution of vacancies against the number of applications received across different railway zones provides valuable insight into the level of competition. The data helps candidates understand which zones may be considered "Danger Zones" (higher competition) and "Safe Zones" (comparatively lower competition).

 RRB ALP CBT 1 Safe Score

RRB ALP CBT 1 Safe Score is achieving a target score in CBT-1 for advancing to the next stage. Candidates should aim for a strategic score to ensure a safe position.

• General Category Target: Candidates should target approximately 45 to 50 correct questions out of 75. A score of around 50 questions is considered a strong and safe target.

• Category-wise Adjustments:

• OBC / EWS: Candidates in these categories can aim for a safe score that is 3 to 4 questions lower than the General target.

• SC / ST: Candidates belonging to these categories can estimate a safe score that is 5 to 6 questions lower than the General target.

Regardless of category or zone, consistent and focused preparation is key, especially as the exam date approaches rapidly.

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