The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the notification for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 under Centralised Employment Notification No. 01/2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot posts across various Indian Railways zones. Candidates with Matriculation/SSLC along with ITI, Diploma, or Degree in Engineering disciplines are eligible to apply. The online application process began on 12th April 2025 at www.rrbapply.gov.in and will close on 11th May 2025.
Summary Table: RRB ALP 2025 Recruitment Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot |
| Total Vacancies | 9970 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2025 |
| Application Dates | 12 April to 11 May 2025 |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation + ITI / Diploma / Degree in Engineering |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (as on 01.07.2025) |
| Initial Salary | Rs. 19,900/- (Level 2 Pay Matrix) |
| Selection Process | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, DV, Medical Exam |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 11 April 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 May 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Correction Window | 14 to 23 May 2025 |
RRB ALP Vacancy 2025 – Zone & Category-Wise
The vacancies are distributed across 21 RRBs with category-wise breakup as per the official notification. A total of 9970 vacancies have been notified.
Example:
| Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Ahmedabad (WR) | 223 | 74 | 37 | 130 | 33 | 497 |
| Secunderabad (SCR) | 435 | 136 | 70 | 110 | 216 | 967 |
| Ranchi (SER + ECR) | 489 | 192 | 88 | 320 | 124 | 1213 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB ALP 2025
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any one of the following:
- Matriculation / SSLC + ITI in approved trades from NCVT/SCVT
- Matriculation / SSLC + Act Apprenticeship
- 3-year Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering
- Engineering Degree in related discipline
Age Limit (As on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwD: 10 years (additional relaxations based on category)
Physical & Medical Standards
| Standard | Requirement |
| Medical | A-1 |
| Vision | 6/6 without glasses, No color blindness |
| Fitness | Physically fit in all aspects |
Selection Process
- First Stage CBT (CBT-1) – Screening Test
- Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) – Detailed Subject Knowledge
- CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) – For shortlisted candidates
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female / Minority / EBC | Rs. 250/- (refundable after CBT-1) |
Exam Pattern
CBT-1
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Questions: 75 (1 mark each)
- Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, Current Affairs
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark per wrong answer
CBT-2
- Total Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Part A (90 min): 100 Questions
- Part B (60 min): 75 Questions from Relevant Trade
CBAT
- No negative marking
- Qualifying in nature; only shortlisted candidates from CBT-2 appear
Salary and Benefits
- Basic Pay: Rs. 19,900/-
- Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Running Allowance (based on kilometers)
- New Pension Scheme (10% deduction)
Admit Card & Results
- Admit Card: Available 4 days before each stage of examination
- City Intimation: Released 10 days prior to exam
- Results: Published on respective RRB websites after each stage
Official Websites of Participating RRBs
| RRB | Website |
| Ahmedabad | www.rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Ajmer | www.rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Bhopal | www.rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Chennai | www.rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Kolkata | www.rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | www.rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
(And more as per the full list on the RRB website)
FAQs – RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many vacancies are released in RRB ALP 2025?
A: A total of 9970 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Loco Pilot posts.
Q2. What is the educational qualification for ALP?
A: Matriculation with ITI or Diploma/Degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
Q3. What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2025?
A: Candidates should be between 18 to 30 years as on 01.07.2025.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Q5. What is the official website to apply for RRB ALP 2025?
A: Candidates can apply online at www.rrbapply.gov.in.