The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the recruitment for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions in 2025, offering a total of 9,970 vacancies across various Zonal Railways. This recruitment has been approved by the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, and will be carried out through a Centralized Employment Notification (CEN).
Candidates wishing to join Indian Railways as Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) must fulfill the required educational qualifications, age criteria, and other eligibility requirements. The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT), a Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Key Details
- Recruiting Organization: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Total Vacancies: 9,970
- Job Location: All India
- Salary/Pay Scale: ₹19,900 + Allowances (Level-2 as per 7th CPC)
- Selection Process: CBT, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Exam
- Official Website: www.indianrailways.gov.in
Important Dates
Important Dates for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
- Notification Release Date: 11th April 2025
- Online Registration Start Date: 12th April 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 11th May 2025
Application Fee
Application Fee for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹500/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹250/- |
Qualification
Educational Qualification for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Candidates should have either:
- Passed 10th class + ITI in the relevant trade OR
- A Diploma/Degree in Engineering (relevant field)
Age Limit
Age Limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
- Age Range: 18 to 30 years as of 1st July 2025
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Selection Process
Selection Process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
The recruitment process involves four stages:
- CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test 1) – Qualifying nature.
- CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test 2) – Shortlisting for CBAT.
- CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) – Required for the final merit list.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination – Final selection stage.
Exam Pattern
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern
- CBT 1 (Stage 1)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 60 mins |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 20 | 20 | |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 75 | 75 | 1 Hour |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for incorrect answers.
Qualifying Marks: As determined by RRB.
- CBT 2 (Stage 2)
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 90 mins |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | ||
| General Science | 40 | 40 | ||
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 | 10 | ||
| Part B | Relevant Trade (Technical Knowledge) | 75 | 75 | 60 mins |
| Total | 175 | 175 | 2.5 hours |
- CBAT (Aptitude Test)
This test is only for ALP candidates who qualify CBT 2.
No negative marking.
Candidates need to score at least 42 marks in each test section.
Final Merit List:
70% weightage from CBT 2 Part A and 30% from CBAT score.
How to Apply
for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official RRB website: www.indianrailways.gov.in
- Click on “CEN 2025 – RRB ALP Recruitment” and select Apply Online.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee through online payment methods.
- Submit the application and print the confirmation receipt.
Important Links
| RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification | Notification |
| RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Official Website | RRB |