Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025 for 9970 vacancies across various zones in India. The recruitment aims to fill the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions, and eligible candidates can apply online. The notification was released on 21 March 2025, and online applications will be accepted from April/May 2025 (expected). Below are the important details about the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 including exam patterns, salary, selection process, and more.
RRB ALP Vacancy Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 9970 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Salary/ Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month |
| Job Basis | Permanent |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | RRB Official Website |
Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply: 12 April 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 11/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: Available soon
- Admit Card: Before Exam
RRB ALP Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EBC / ESM | ₹250 |
| Minorities / 3rd Gender | ₹250 |
| All Female Category | ₹250 |
| Refund Terms | General/OBC: ₹400 will be refunded. Other categories: ₹250 refunded after Stage I Exam. |
| Payment Mode | Online Mode |
RRB ALP Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 01/07/2025)
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
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Vacancy Details
| Post | Category | Total | Eligibility | ||||||||
| Assistant Loco Pilot | UR | 4416 | Candidate Must Completed Degree / Diploma in Engineering OR Class 10 with ITI CertificateMore Details Read the Notification | ||||||||
| OBC | 2289 | ||||||||||
| EWS | 991 | ||||||||||
| SC | 1716 | ||||||||||
| ST | 858 | ||||||||||
RRB ALP 2025 Zone Wise Vacancy Details
CBT-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness | 75 | 75 | 1 Hour |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd of the marks allotted per question |
CBT-II Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering | 100 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Part-B | Relevant to the Trade | 75 | 75 | 60 Minutes |
| Total | 175 | 175 | 2:30 Hours |
CBT-II Negative Marking
- 1/3rd of the marks allotted per question will be deducted for incorrect answers.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 will include:
- CBT-I Written Exam
- CBT-II Written Exam
- Computer Based Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Step-1: Check the official notification for detailed eligibility and qualification.
- Step-2: Visit the official RRB website and click on “Apply Online”.
- Step-3: Fill out the application form with the required details.
- Step-4: Upload the necessary documents (photo, signature, educational certificates).
- Step-5: Pay the application fee through the available online modes.
- Step-6: Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Content | Issued On | Link |
|---|---|---|
| RRB ALP Apply Online | 10/04/2025 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 10/04/2025 | Click Here |
| Short Notification | 24/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Vacancy Indent Notice | 21/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Exam Calendar | 21/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 21/03/2025 | RRB Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many vacancies are available for Assistant Loco Pilot in RRB?
A1: There are 9970 vacancies available across various zones for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts.
Q2: What is the salary for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot post?
A2: The salary for ALP is ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month.
Q3: What is the age limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?
A3: The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 30 years (as of 01 July 2025).
Q4: How will candidates be selected for RRB ALP Recruitment?
A4: The selection will be based on CBT-I, CBT-II, Aptitude Test, and Document Verification.
