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RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 for 9970 Posts, Eligibility, Selection Process

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has published the official RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification on its website, outlining all important details about the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) exam. Candidates who wish to apply for the ALP position in Indian Railways can submit their applications in the upcoming application cycle. The selection process consists of CBT 1, CBT 2, Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. Scroll down to read the full information.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF under CEN 01/2025, announcing 9,900 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts. The notification provides complete details including eligibility criteria, important dates, selection stages, application process, and exam pattern. Candidates are encouraged to download and thoroughly review the notification using the direct link below.

Railway ALP Vacancy 2025 Zone-wise

As per the official notification, a total of 9,970 vacancies have been announced for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post across various regional Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Of these, 4,116 positions are allocated for the General category, while the remaining vacancies are distributed among SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and Ex-Servicemen categories. A detailed zone-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is given in the table below.

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RRB ALP 2025 Important Dates

The important dates mentioned in the Railway ALP Notification 2025 PDF are given here:

  1. RRB ALP Notification Release Date: 11th April 2025
  2. Apply Online Started on: 12th April 2025
  3. Last Date to Apply Online: 19th May 2025 (11:59 PM)
  4. Last Date to Pay the Application Fee: 21st May 2025.
  5. Application Correction Window: 22nd to 31st May 2025

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What is the Eligibility Criteria for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Post?

To be eligible for appointment as Assistant Loco Pilot post in Indian Railways across zones, candidates should satisfy the following criteria:

  • Nationality: Must be a citizen of India
  • Age Limit: 18-30 years (age relaxation provided to reserved category candidates.
  • Qualification: Passed Matriculation with ITI Diploma in relevant field

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RRB ALP Online Form and Application Fee

Candidates can apply for 9970 ALP vacancies only through online mode, and no offline mode is available. Candidates can make correction in their applications forms on the Zonal RRB website from 22 May 2025. Candidates have to pay an application fee which is given below:

  • SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC): Rs. 250
  • Other Candidates (except above categories): Rs. 500

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Important Links

RRB ALP Important Links:
Official RRB ALP Notification 2025 PDF Click Here
RRB ALP Syllabus Click Here

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FAQs

1. Is RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification Out?

Yes, RRB ALP 2025 Recruitment Notification has been released on all RRB official website.

2. How many vacancies have been released under the RRB ALP?

A total of 9970 vacancies have been released for Assistant Loco Pilot post.

3. What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2025?

Candidates can apply for RRB ALP 2025 from 12th April 2025 and the last date to apply is 19th May 2025.

4. What is the selection process for RRB ALP?

The selection process for RRB ALP includes CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

5. What are names of RRBs where ALP vacancy is released?

The names of all RRBs where ALP vacancy is released are Ahemdabad, Allahabad, Bhopal, Bhubneshwar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Jammu-Srinagar, Kolkata, Malda, Mumbai, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Ranchi, Secundrabad, Siliguri, and Thiruvanathapuram

6. What is the role of an Assistant Loco Pilot in Indian Railways?

An Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) in Indian Railways ensures the safe and efficient operation of trains. Working under the supervision of the Loco Pilot, the ALP assists in driving the locomotive, monitoring control panels, and maintaining communication with the railway control room. They help in troubleshooting minor technical issues, performing regular inspections of the engine, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly during the journey.

7. What is the age limit for RRB ALP?

Candidates should be in the age group of 18-30 years.

8. What is the pattern of RRB ALP exam 2025?

In total there will be 175 questions (100 in Paper 1 and 75 in Paper 2)

9. What is the salary of ALP after 5 years?

The in-hand salary for an RRB ALP after 5 years of service can range from approx Rs 24,000 to Rs 34,000 per month.

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