Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot Posts at rrbapply.gov.in

Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies under the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 across various railway zones. The online application process has started on April 12, 2025, and will continue till May 11, 2025, through the official RRB website, rrbapply.gov.in. Interested and eligible candidates can eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary and other important details regarding the Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 here. 

Railway RRB ALP Notification 2025

The official notification for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 has been released on the official website, rrbapply.gov.in inviting online applications for 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies across various railway zones. As per the official notification, the application process has started on April 12, 2025, and will remain open until May 11, 2025. Selected candidates for the ALP post will receive a salary as per Level 2 of the 7th Pay Commission, ranging from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 per month, along with applicable allowances.

The detailed RRB ALP Notification 2025, including zone-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, syllabus, and other important details, is now available on the official website. Candidates can also refer to this article for a comprehensive overview based on the latest notification and past recruitment patterns, as the selection process, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern are expected to remain largely the same.

Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 - Overview

*Organization: Ministry of Railways, Government of India 

*Recruitment Authority: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) 

*Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 

*Total Vacancies: 9900+ (Tentative) 

*Category: Railway Jobs 

*Mode of Application: Online 

*Who Can Apply: Both Male & Female 

*Selection Process: CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, Medical Test, Document Verification 

*Official Website: https://indianrailways.gov.in/ 

RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 - Important dates 

• Notification Released Date: Soon 

• Online Application Start Date: 12th April 2025 

• Last Date to Apply: 11th May 2025 

• Last Date for Application fee payment for the submitted applications: 13th May 2025

• Application Correction Window Open Date: 14th May 2025 to 23rd May 2025

• RRB ALP CBT-1 Exam Date 2025: To be announced 

• RRB ALP CBT-2 Exam Date 2025: To be announced 

How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?

Applying for RRB ALP 2025 is a simple and straightforward process. Follow these easy steps to complete your application smoothly:

Step1: Visit the Official Website at www.indianrailways.gov.in and navigate to the RRB ALP recruitment section. 

Step 2: New users must register with a valid email ID and mobile number, while existing users can log in with their credentials. 

Step 3: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and category details as per the official guidelines. 

Step 4: Scan and upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary certificates in the prescribed format. 

Step 5: Choose a secure online payment method like debit card, credit card, or net banking to complete the payment. 

Step 6: Carefully review all details before submission. Once submitted, download and print the confirmation page for future reference. 

RRB ALP 2025 Application Fee

The application fee for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 is as follows:

• General and OBC Candidates: ₹500 (Refundable ₹400 after appearing for CBT)

• SC, ST, PWD, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Transgender, Minorities, and EBC Candidates: ₹250 (Refundable ₹250 after appearing for CBT)

• Payment Methods: Payment can be made via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.

Railway RRB ALP Vacancy 2025: Zone-wise & Category-wise Details

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced 9970 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under RRB ALP Recruitment 2025, distributed across various railway zones in India. These vacancies are categorized zone-wise and as per reservation categories, including UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and Ex-Servicemen. The detailed breakup of vacancies is available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the notification for complete details, while the zone-wise and category-wise summary is provided below for quick reference.

• Ahmedabad (WR) – Total: 497 (UR: 223, SC: 74, ST: 37, OBC: 130, EWS: 33) 

• Ajmer (NWR) – Total: 679 (UR: 162, SC: 262, ST: 73, OBC: 133, EWS: 49) 

• Ajmer (WCR) – Total: 141 (UR: 109, SC: 4, ST: 0, OBC: 14, EWS: 14) 

• Prayagraj (NR) – Total: 80 (UR: 33, SC: 12, ST: 6, OBC: 21, EWS: 8) 

• Prayagraj (NCR) – Total: 508 (UR: 218, SC: 72, ST: 50, OBC: 110, EWS: 58) 

• Bhopal (WR) – Total: 46 (UR: 23, SC: 12, ST: 0, OBC: 11, EWS: 0) 

• Bhopal (WCR) – Total: 618 (UR: 221, SC: 103, ST: 53, OBC: 130, EWS: 111) 

• Bhubaneswar (ECoR) – Total: 928 (UR: 454, SC: 205, ST: 119, OBC: 121, EWS: 29) 

• Bilaspur (SECR) – Total: 568 (UR: 228, SC: 86, ST: 43, OBC: 155, EWS: 56) 

• Chandigarh (NR) – Total: 433 (UR: 188, SC: 56, ST: 28, OBC: 117, EWS: 44) 

• Chennai (SR) – Total: 362 (UR: 155, SC: 56, ST: 37, OBC: 73, EWS: 41) 

• Gorakhpur (NER) – Total: 100 (UR: 32, SC: 12, ST: 28, OBC: 21, EWS: 7) 

• Guwahati (NFR) – Total: 30 (UR: 13, SC: 4, ST: 2, OBC: 8, EWS: 3) 

• Jammu-Srinagar (NR) – Total: 8 (UR: 4, SC: 3, ST: 1, OBC: 0, EWS: 0) 

• Kolkata (SER) – Total: 262 (UR: 95, SC: 39, ST: 19, OBC: 61, EWS: 48) 

• Kolkata (ER) – Total: 458 (UR: 194, SC: 71, ST: 39, OBC: 103, EWS: 51) 

• Malda (ER) – Total: 410 (UR: 171, SC: 66, ST: 37, OBC: 103, EWS: 33) 

• Malda (SER) – Total: 24 (UR: 10, SC: 4, ST: 2, OBC: 6, EWS: 2) 

• Mumbai (SCR) – Total: 22 (UR: 9, SC: 3, ST: 2, OBC: 6, EWS: 2) 

• Mumbai (CR) – Total: 376 (UR: 152, SC: 56, ST: 28, OBC: 102, EWS: 38) 

• Mumbai (WR) – Total: 342 (UR: 138, SC: 51, ST: 26, OBC: 93, EWS: 34) 

• Muzaffarpur (ECR) – Total: 89 (UR: 36, SC: 13, ST: 7, OBC: 24, EWS: 9) 

• Patna (ECR) – Total: 33 (UR: 14, SC: 5, ST: 2, OBC: 9, EWS: 3) 

• Ranchi (ECR) – Total: 578 (UR: 234, SC: 87, ST: 43, OBC: 156, EWS: 58) 

• Ranchi (SER) – Total: 635 (UR: 255, SC: 105, ST: 45, OBC: 164, EWS: 66) 

• Secunderabad (SCR) – Total: 967 (UR: 435, SC: 136, ST: 70, OBC: 216, EWS: 110) 

• Secunderabad (ECoR) – Total: 533 (UR: 216, SC: 80, ST: 40, OBC: 144, EWS: 53) 

• Siliguri (NFR) – Total: 95 (UR: 39, SC: 14, ST: 6, OBC: 26, EWS: 10) 

• Thiruvananthapuram (SR) – Total: 148 (UR: 55, SC: 25, ST: 15, OBC: 32, EWS: 21) 

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates applying for RRB ALP 2025 must meet the require eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, age limit, and physical fitness. 

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:

• Matriculation (10th Pass) + ITI in a relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.

• Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile). 

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

• OBC: 3 years

• SC/ST: 5 years

• PwD (General): 10 years

• PwD (OBC): 13 years

• PwD (SC/ST): 15 years

RRB ALP Selection Process 2025

The RRB ALP Selection process consist of multiple stages to ensure the recruitment of skilled candidates. It begins with CBT-1, a screening test covering Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science, and Awareness. Qualified candidates proceed to CBT-2, which is more in-depth and assesses technical knowledge. Candidates who clear CBT-2 must also take the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) to evaluate their suitability for locomotive operations. Finally, shortlisted candidates undergo Document Verification and a Medical Examination before the final selection. 

Selection Stages:

• First Stage CBT (CBT-1) 

• Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) 

• Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) 

• Document Verification (DV) 

• Medical Examination (ME) 

RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2025

First Stage CBT (CBT-1) 

• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test) 

• Total Questions: 75

• Total Marks: 75 (1 mark per each question) 

• Duration: 60 minutes 

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer 

Subjects/Sections

• Mathematics - 20 questions, 20 marks

• Mental Ability - 25 questions, 25 marks

• General Science - 20 questions, 20 marks

• General Awareness - 10 questions, 10 marks 

Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) 

This exam consists of two parts - Part A and Part B. 

Part A

• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test) 

• Total Questions: 100 

• Total Marks: 100 (1 mark per each question) 

• Duration: 90 minutes 

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer 

Subjects/Sections

• Mathematics - 35 questions, 35 marks

• General Intelligence & Reasoning - 25 questions, 25 marks

• Basic Science & Engineering - 40 questions, 40 marks 

Part B

• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test) 

• Total Questions: 75 

• Total Marks: 75 (1 mark per each question) 

• Duration: 60 minutes 

• Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer 

Subjects/Sections

• Technical Paper (various trade-wise) 

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) 

The ALP CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) is the third stage of the RRB ALP 2025 selection process, conducted for candidates who qualify CBT-2. This test is specifically designed to assess the mental and psychological abilities required for locomotive operations.

Features of ALP CBAT: 

• Objective: Evaluates cognitive skills necessary for safe and efficient train operation. 

• Test Components: Includes multiple test batteries, each assessing different aspects of a candidate’s aptitude. 

• Skills Tested: Focuses on memory retention, concentration, depth perception, spatial visualization, reflexes, and decision-making speed. 

• Scoring: Candidates must secure a minimum of 42% in each test battery to qualify. 

• No Negative Marking: Answers are assessed based on accuracy without penalties for incorrect responses. 

• Language Options: The test is available in both English and Hindi for accessibility. 

Medical and Physical Fitness Requirements

Candidates must meet Railway medical standards, including:

• Vision: 6/9 in one eye, 6/12 in another (without glasses).

• Hearing: No hearing impairment.

• General Fitness: Must be physically fit to work as a Loco Pilot. 

Railway RRB ALP Salary 2025

Candidates selected for RRB ALP 2025 will receive a salary structured as per Level 2 of the 7th Pay Commission, ranging from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 per month. In addition to the basic salary, they will also be entitled to various allowances, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other perks as per railway rules. 

Important Links:

• Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here

• Official Website: Click Here