The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a short notification dated 24th March 2025, announcing the recruitment for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 01/2025. A total of 9,900 vacancies have been advertised across various RRB zones. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding Matriculation with ITI, Apprenticeship, or a Diploma in Engineering, and aged between 18 to 33 years.
The detailed advertisement and online application portal will be activated on 10th April 2025, with the deadline to apply being 9th May 2025. The complete notification will be available on the official RRB websites.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Notification Number | CEN 01/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 9,900 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Period | 10th April to 9th May 2025 |
| Selection Process | CBT I, CBT II, CBAT, Document Verification |
| Initial Salary | Rs. 19,900 + Allowances |
| Pay Level | Level 2 (7th CPC) |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Registration Dates
| Short Notification Release | 24th March 2025 |
| Start of Application & Detailed Notice | 10th April 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 9th May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 9th May 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | To be Announced |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must fulfill one of the following academic qualifications:
- Matriculation/SSLC along with ITI in relevant trade (recognized by NCVT/SCVT)
- Completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade
- Three-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering
- Candidates with a degree in engineering are also eligible
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Date of Birth Range: Candidates should be born between 02 July 1991 and 01 July 2006
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years + category relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service + 3 years |
| Other categories | As per government norms |
RRB ALP Vacancy 2025
The 9,900 Assistant Loco Pilot posts will be distributed among 21 regional RRBs. Complete zone-wise and category-wise vacancy details will be published in the detailed notification on 10th April 2025.
Application Process
Steps to Apply Online
- Visit the official website of your regional RRB.
- Select the “Apply Online” link under CEN 01/2025.
- Complete the registration with basic details and verify via OTP.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ExSM/EWS | Rs. 250 (Refundable after CBT I) |
| General/OBC | Rs. 500 (Rs. 400 refundable post CBT I) |
Selection Process
The selection stages for ALP recruitment are as follows:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT I) – Screening level
- Computer-Based Test (CBT II) – Part A (General) & Part B (Trade-specific)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) – Applicable only for ALP posts
- Document Verification and Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
CBT I
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, Current Affairs | 75 Questions |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answers, -1/3 for incorrect answers
- Qualifying Marks:
- UR/EWS: 40%
- OBC/SC: 30%
- ST: 25%
CBT II
Part A
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | |||
| Reasoning | |||
| General Science | |||
| Current Affairs | |||
| Total (Part A) | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
Part B
- Trade-Specific Questions
- 75 Questions | 75 Marks | 60 Minutes
CBAT
- Conducted only for ALP posts
- No negative marking
- Qualifying in nature
Medical Standards
| Category | Vision Requirements |
|---|---|
| A-1 | Distant Vision: 6/6 (both eyes without glasses) |
Near Vision: 0.6 each eye
Color Vision Test: Mandatory
Salary Structure
| Basic Pay | Rs. 19,900 |
| Pay Level | Level 2 (7th CPC Matrix) |
| Additional Allowances | HRA, DA, TA, Running Allowance |
| Gross Salary | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 35,000/month (approx.) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, RRB will conduct the Assistant Loco Pilot examination in 2025, with the application process starting on 10th April.
A total of 9,900 vacancies are announced across 21 RRB regions.
Applicants must possess Matriculation + ITI, Apprenticeship, or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering. Engineering graduates are also eligible.
The entry-level salary is Rs. 19,900 (Level 2 of 7th CPC), along with various allowances, totaling approximately Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 35,000 per month.
Deepak Verma is a graduate from Delhi University with a First Division. With 8 years of teaching experience in Mathematics and Science, he has mentored secondary and senior secondary students. Currently, he is an author at AGPN, where he applies his expertise to create engaging educational content and audit posts.