RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025: Complete Details

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 to fill 9,970 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) across various railway zones in India. The official notification was released on 21 March 2025, with online applications expected to start in April/May 2025. Below are the key details about eligibility, exam pattern, selection process, salary, and more.

Key Highlights

Recruitment Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Advertisement No.: RRB CEN 01/2025
Total Vacancies: 9,970
Job Location: All India
Job Type: Permanent
Application Mode: Online
Monthly Salary: Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200/-
Official Website: RRB Official Website

Important Dates

Event	Date
Full Notification Release	11 April 2025
Online Application Start Date	12 April 2025
Last Date to Apply	11 May 2025 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	13 May 2025
Application Correction Window	14–23 May 2025
Exam Date	To be announced
Admit Card Release	Before Exam

Application Fees

Category	Fee	Refund (After Stage I Exam)
General / OBC	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 400/-
SC / ST / EBC / ESM	Rs. 250/-	Rs. 250/-
Minorities / Third Gender	Rs. 250/-	Rs. 250/-
All Female Candidates	Rs. 250/-	Rs. 250/-
Payment Mode	Online

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation: As per government rules (details in the official notification).

Educational Qualification

Post Name	Qualification
Assistant Loco Pilot	ITI / Diploma / Degree in relevant field

Selection Process

The selection for RRB ALP 2025 will be conducted in the following stages:

CBT-I (Computer-Based Test – Stage I): Objective-type written exam.
CBT-II (Computer-Based Test – Stage II): Objective-type written exam with two parts.
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT): For shortlisted candidates.
Document Verification: Verification of eligibility documents.
Medical Examination: Final medical fitness test.

Exam Pattern

CBT-I Exam Pattern

Duration: 1 Hour
Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
Total Questions/Marks: 75

Subject	Questions	Marks
Mathematics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Science
General Awareness on Current Affairs
Total	75	75

CBT-II Exam Pattern

Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
Total Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes

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	2.5 Hours

Vacancy Details

The 9,970 vacancies are distributed across various RRB zones and categories as follows:

RRB Zone	Railway	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
Ahmedabad	WR	223	74	37	130	33	497
Ajmer	NWR	162	262	73	133	49	679
Allahabad	NR	33	12	06	21	08	80
Bhopal	WR	23	12	00	11	00	46
Bhubaneswar	ECR	454	205	119	121	29	928
Bilaspur	SECR	228	86	43	155	56	568
Chandigarh	NR	188	56	28	117	44	433
Chennai	SR	155	56	37	73	41	362
Gorakhpur	NER	32	12	28	21	07	100
Guwahati	NFR	13	04	02	08	03	30
Kolkata	SER	95	39	19	61	48	262
Mumbai	CR	152	56	28	102	38	376
Patna	ECR	14	05	02	09	03	33
Ranchi	ECR	234	87	43	156	58	578
Secunderabad	SCR	435	136	70	216	110	967
Total		4116	1716	858	2289	991	9970

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025:

Read the Notification: Carefully review the official notification for eligibility, fees, and other details.
Collect Documents: Gather required documents (e.g., mark sheets, photo, signature, ID proof, address proof).
Scan Documents: Prepare scanned copies in the specified format.
Fill the Application Form: Enter accurate details in the online application portal.
Preview the Form: Double-check all entered information before submission.
Pay Application Fees: Complete the payment process (if applicable).
Submit the Form: Submit the application after verifying all details.
Print the Form: Save and print the final submitted form for your records.

Important Links

Content	Date
Online Application Form	12 April 2025
Full Notification	11 April 2025
Short Notification	25 March 2025
Vacancy Indent Notice	21 March 2025
Exam Calendar	21 March 2025
Official Website	–

Additional Notes

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official RRB website for updates on exam dates and admit cards.
Ensure all documents are ready before the application window opens to avoid last-minute issues.
For detailed syllabus and trade-specific requirements, refer to the official notification.

This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates seeking a stable and rewarding career in Indian Railways. Stay prepared and apply on time!