RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), जो कि Ministry of Railways, Government of India के अंतर्गत आते हैं, ने Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) के 9,970 पदों पर भर्ती का ऐलान किया है। योग्य उम्मीदवार 12/04/2025 से 11/05/2025 तक ऑनलाइन माध्यम से आवेदन कर सकते हैं। यह उन उम्मीदवारों के लिए एक सुनहरा मौका है जिनके पास 10वीं पास + ITI की योग्यता है या फिर उन्होंने Engineering में Diploma या Degree प्राप्त की है।
Key Highlights
- Application Period: 12 April 2025 to 11 May 2025
- Available Position: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Selection Process: CBT-1 + CBT-2 + CBAT + Document Verification + Medical Examination
- Total Vacancies: 9,970 (UR:4166, OBC:2289, EWS:991, SC:1716, ST:858)
This recruitment is for various Railway Zones across India. The selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC with initial pay of ₹19,900 plus other allowances. Candidates must meet stringent medical standards (A-1) for this position.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025 Official Notification
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025
Short Details
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 12 April 2025
- Last Date for Apply Online: 11 May 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 May 2025
- Modification Window: 14-23 May 2025
- Exam Date: To be notified later
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250/-
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI Only.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Railway Staff: Up to 40/43/45 years based on category
Educational Qualifications
As on 11/05/2025:
- Option 1: Matriculation/SSLC + ITI from NCVT/SCVT in specified trades (Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, etc.)
- Option 2: Matriculation/SSLC + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering
- Option 3: Engineering Degree in relevant disciplines
- Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in specified trades is also acceptable
Medical Standards
- Medical Standard: A-1 (Stringent vision and physical fitness)
- Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses, with fogging test (must not accept +2D)
- Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses
- Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, Night Vision must be normal
Selection Process
Selection Stages
Process: Computer Based Test (CBT-1) + Computer Based Test (CBT-2) + Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) + Document Verification + Medical Examination
Computer-Based Test (CBT-1):
- Qualifying nature with negative marking (1/3rd mark per wrong answer)
- Marks will be normalized
- Shortlisting for CBT-2 based on CBT-1 merit within chosen RRB
Computer-Based Test (CBT-2):
- Shortlisting at 15 times vacancies
- Negative marking (1/3rd mark per wrong answer)
- Marks will be normalized
Additional Tests
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Medium | English/Hindi only |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Purpose | For merit list preparation |
Medical Standards
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Medical Fitness | Must meet A-1 medical standard |
| Vision Standards | Distant Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses; Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses |
| Disqualification | Candidates who have undergone LASIK or other corrective eye surgeries are ineligible |
Training Requirements
- Selected candidates will undergo training with stipend
- Security/Indemnity Bond required
Vacancy Details
| Railway Zone | Vacancies | RRB |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast Railway (ECR) | 1461 | Bhubaneswar, Ranchi, Muzaffarpur |
| South Central Railway (SCR) | 989 | Secunderabad |
| South East Central Railway (SECR) | 568 | Bilaspur |
| Western Railway (WR) | 885 | Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bhopal |
| North Western Railway (NWR) | 679 | Ajmer |
| Central Railway (CR) | 376 | Mumbai |
| Total Vacancies | 9,970 | Across all RRBs |
Pay Scale & Benefits
| Post | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | Level-2 (7th CPC), Initial Pay: ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 + allowances (approx. ₹35,000 per month) |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Night Duty Allowance
- Running Allowance
- Other Railway-specific allowances
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preparation: Read the official notification thoroughly. Prepare scanned documents (photo: recent passport-size, white background, 50-150 KB JPG/JPEG; signature: black ink on white paper, 30-49 KB JPG/JPEG; documents: max 400 KB PDF/JPG/JPEG). |
| 2 | Registration: Visit the official RRB website (e.g., www.rrbcdg.gov.in) between 12/04/2025 to 11/05/2025. Go to CEN 01/2025 link under recruitment notices. |
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Create Account:
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Fill Application Form:
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| 5 | Fee Payment: Pay the applicable fee (₹500 for General/OBC/EWS or ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM) through online payment modes (net banking, debit/credit cards, UPI). |
| 6 | Final Submission: Review all details carefully and submit the application. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference. No hard copies need to be sent. |
Important Notes
- Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues
- Keep Registration Number and password safe for future reference
- Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances
- Candidates must bring all original documents for verification
- No documents need to be sent by post
- False information will lead to disqualification/termination
- Admit cards will be available on RRB website before exam
- Check RRB website regularly for updates: www.rrbcdg.gov.in
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?
Answer. The last date to apply online is 11 May 2025 (23:59 hours).
Q. What is the age limit for this post?
Answer. 18-30 years as on 01/07/2025 with relaxations for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years).
Q. What is the application fee for General category?
Answer. The application fee for General category is ₹500.
Q. What is the selection process?
Answer. Selection includes Computer Based Test (CBT-1), Computer Based Test (CBT-2), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q. What is the pay scale for Assistant Loco Pilot?
Answer. The pay scale is Level-2 (7th CPC) with initial pay of ₹19,900 plus allowances (approx. ₹35,000 per month).
Q. What are the educational qualifications required?
Answer. Matriculation/SSLC + ITI in specified trades OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile).
Q. What documents are required for application?
Answer. Photo, signature, Matric certificate, ITI/Diploma/Degree certificates, caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable), and other relevant documents.
Q. When will the exam be conducted?
Answer. Exam date will be announced later on RRB website.
Q. Is there any negative marking in CBT?
Answer. Yes, there is negative marking of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Q. Where can I check updates?
Answer. Regularly check the official RRB website where you applied: www.rrbcdg.gov.in (or other RRB websites).
