RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) [9970] Posts

RRB ALP Notification 2025

ALL RRB ALP 9970 Vacancy: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Government of India, centralized employment notice (CEN) No. 01/2025 has released an official advertisement notification for the recruitment of 9970 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies. All the details related to the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 are given below.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) 9970 Posts RRBGUWAHATI.GOV.IN CEN No. 01/2025
Important Dates
➧Date of Notification: 29.03.2025. ➧Start Date to Apply: 12.04.2025. ➧Last Date to Apply: 11.05.2025. ➧Last Date for Fee Payment: 13.05.2025. ➧Dates for Modification: 14.05.2025.
Age Limit
➧18 to 30 years as on 01.07.2025. ➧Relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years. ➧Relaxation for OBC (NCL) candidates: 3 years.
Application Fee
For all candidates (except categories mentioned below). Out of this fee of Rs 500/-, an amount of Rs 400/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT.	Rs.500/-
For candidates who belong to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC). (Caution to Candidates: EBC should not be confused with OBC or EWS) This fee of Rs 250/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT.	Rs.250/-
Vacancy Details
RRBs	Total Posts
Ahmedabad	497
Ajmer	679
Prayagraj	141
Bhopal	664
Bhubaneswar	928
Bilaspur	568
Chandigarh	433
Chennai	362
Gorakhpur	100
Guwahati	30
Jammu-Srinagar	08
Kolkata	720
Malda	434
Mumbai	740
Muzaffarpur	89
Patna	33
Ranchi	1213
Secunderabad	1500
Siliguri	95
Thiruvananthapuram	148
How to Apply?
➧Candidates read advertisement carefully before apply here. ➧Interested and eligible candidates shall apply online on the official website of @rrbapply.gov.in, from 12th April to 11th May, 2025.
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Qualification for RRB ALP Vacancy

A) Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognised institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trades of Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & Air- Conditioning Mechanic.

(OR)

Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the trades mentioned above

(OR)

B) Matriculation/SSLC plus three years Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/ Automobile Engineering (OR) combination of various streams of these Engineering disciplines from a recognised Institution in lieu of ITI.

Note: Degree in the Engineering disciplines as above will also be acceptable in lieu of Diploma in Engineering.

Pay: Level-2 in 7th CPC, Rs. 19900/-.

RRB ALP Recruitment Process

(a) A candidate can apply to only one RRB, and only ONE ONLINE application has to be submitted through any one of the official websites of participating RRBs as mentioned at para 13 (j). Multiple applications to either one RRB or Multiple RRBs, will lead to rejection of all applications and liable for debarment for applying to RRBs/RRCs for future CENs.

(b) The recruitment process shall comprise of the following stages: (i) First Stage CBT (CBT-1) (ii) Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) (iii) Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (iv) Document Verification (DV) and (v) Medical Examination (ME).

(c) Information on examination schedule and venues will be given in due course through official RRB websites, SMS and email.

(d) Request for postponement of any of the stages or for change of venue, date and shift will not be entertained under any circumstances.

First Stage CBT (CBT-1):

(a) CBT-1 will only be a screening exam for shortlisting eligible candidates for CBT-2 based on their normalized marks and merit.). Screening will be based on their merit in CBT-1 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only.

(b) The marks of CBT-1 shall not be counted while preparing the final panel.

(c) Pattern & Syllabus of CBT-1:

(i) Duration: 60 minutes

(ii) Number of questions: 75, Maximum marks: 75 (@1 mark per question)

(iii) There shall be negative marking @1/3rd marks for each wrong answer.

(iv) Normalization of marks will be done for CBTs held in multiple shifts.

(v) Minimum pass percentage for eligibility: UR & EWS - 40%, OBC (NCL) - 30%, SC - 30%, ST - 25%. This is also applicable to Ex Service men category candidates, as per their community.

(vi) The standard of questions for CBT-1 will generally be in conformity with the educational standards and/or minimum technical qualifications prescribed for the post. Questions will be of objective type with multiple choice answers and are likely to cover topics pertaining to the following syllabus:

(A) Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.

(B) Mental Ability: Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc.

(C) General Science: The syllabus under this shall cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level.

(D) General Awareness: Current affairs, science & technology, sports, culture, personalities, economics, politics and other subject of importance.

Second Stage CBT (CBT-2):

(a) Shortlisting of candidates for CBT-2 shall be done RRB-wise and community-wise as per their normalized marks and merit in CBT-1 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only.

(b) Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS will be shortlisted for CBT-2 against UR category provided that, they are NOT availed any relaxation/concession in age, qualification or marks, etc

(c) Candidates who are shortlisted availing reservation benefits of a community/Category (Ex-servicemen/EWS) shall continue to be consider only against that community/category for all subsequent stages (CBT2/CBAT/DV) of recruitment process.

(d) Total number of candidates to be shortlisted for CBT-2 shall be limited to 15 (fifteen) times the number of vacancies notified against each RRB. In case more than one candidate obtain marks equal to cut-off point, they all will be shortlisted for CBT-2.

(e) However, Railways reserve the right to increase/decrease the above limit as required, to ensure availability of adequate number of candidates for the notified post.

(f) The final panels for ALP will be prepared only on the basis of marks and merit of candidates in CBT-2 & CBAT.

(g) Pattern & Syllabus of CBT-2:

(i) CBT-2 shall comprise of two parts viz., Part-A and Part-B as detailed below.

(ii) Total Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes & Total Questions: 175.

Part-A: 90 minutes & 100 questions.
Part-B: 60 minutes & 75 questions

(iii) There shall be negative marking @1/3rd marks for each wrong answer.

(iv) Normalization of marks will be done for CBTs held in multiple shifts.

(v) In Part -A, Minimum pass percentage for eligibility: UR & EWS - 40%, OBC (NCL) - 30%, SC - 30%, ST - 25%. This is also applicable to Ex Service men category candidates, as per their community.

(vi) Only the marks scored in Part-A shall be counted for shortlisting of candidates for further stages of this recruitment process provided the candidate irrespective of community is able to secure qualifying marks (35%) in Part-B.

Syllabus for Part-A:

(A) Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.

(B) General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and decision making, Similarities and differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc.

(C) Basic Science and Engineering: The broad topics that are covered under this shall be Engineering Drawing (Projections, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, Symbolic Representation), Units, Measurements, Mass Weight and Density, Work Power and Energy, Speed and Velocity, Heat and Temperature, Basic Electricity, Levers and Simple Machines, Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Education, IT Literacy etc.

Syllabus for Part-B:

(A) Part-B is only a qualifying test in nature and shall have questions from the various trade syllabi as prescribed by Directorate General of Training (DGT).

(B) Note: Qualifying Percentage-35% for all candidates irrespective of category/community.

(C) Syllabus of Various Trades: Please check the website (dgt.gov.in.) of Directorate General of Training (GOI) for syllabi of different technical trades.

(D) Candidates with ITI/Trade Apprenticeship qualification will be required to appear in the section having questions from their trade.

(E) Degree, Diploma candidates have to select one trade from the list of trades listed below against their engineering discipline.

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT):

(a) Candidates equal to 8 (eight) times the number of ALP vacancies for each notified community/ category viz., UR (includes OBC-CL), OBC(NCL), SC, ST and EWS (including ExSM), shall be shortlisted for CBAT on the basis of their marks in Part-A of CBT-2 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only with the application of reservation rules, provided they qualify in Part-B of CBT-2. In case more than one candidate obtain marks equal to cut-off point, they all will be shortlisted for CBAT.

(b) Such shortlisted candidates should produce their Vision Certificate in the prescribed format (as per Annexure VIA) in original, during the CBAT, failing which they will not be permitted to appear.

(c) It is mandatory to clear each test battery/section of CBAT separately, to qualify.

(d) The CBAT shall be only in English and Hindi and there shall be no negative marking.

(e) For information on CBAT, candidates are advised to check the following website links of RDSO – (i) rdso.indianrailways.gov.in -> Verticals -> Traffic and Psychology -> Psychology-Candidate’s Corner, and (ii) https://rdso.indianrailways.gov.in/

(f) Qualifying Marks: All candidates (irrespective of community) must secure a minimum T-score of 42 marks in each test battery separately to qualify in the CBAT.

(g) The merit list will be prepared only from amongst candidates qualifying in the CBAT. 70% weightage will be given for marks obtained in Part-A of CBT-2 and 30% weightage for score obtained in the CBAT.

RRB ALP Recruitment FAQs 2025

Q1. What is the eligibility criteria for RRB ALP 2025?

A. Educational Qualification: ITI certification in relevant trades (e.g., Fitter, Electrician) OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering. Age Limit: 18–30 years (age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms).

Q2. What is the exam pattern for RRB ALP 2025?

A. Anticipated stages:

Stage 1: CBT (Computer-Based Test) with Maths, Reasoning, General Science, and GK.

Stage 2: Advanced CBT (focusing on technical trades).

CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) and Document Verification.

Q3. How to apply for RRB ALP 2025?

A. Register online via RRB regional portals. Fill the form, upload documents (photo, signature, certificates), and pay fees (₹500 for general candidates; fee waived for SC/ST/PWD/women).

Q4. What is the syllabus for RRB ALP CBT exams?

A. Key topics include:

General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (basics).

Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry.

Reasoning: Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles.

Technical Section: Trade-specific syllabus (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical).

Q5. What is the salary for RRB ALP?

A. Pay scale ranges from ₹19,900–₹35,400 (Level 2, 7th CPC) + allowances (DA, HRA, etc.).

Q6. How to prepare for RRB ALP 2025?

A. Focus on NCERT Science (Class 10) and technical trade books. Practice RRB ALP mock tests and previous papers. Use apps/YouTube channels for free study material.