RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025: Apply for 9,970 Vacancies – Complete Details

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have announced a massive recruitment drive for 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies. This is a golden opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Degree holders to secure a prestigious government job in the Indian Railways. Below is the step-by-step guide with all essential details:

Overview of RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

Organization: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Vacancies: 9,970 (Tentative)
Job Location: Across India
Application Mode: Online
Last Date to Apply: 11th May 2025
Official Website: RRB Recruitment Portal

Key Details

1. Eligibility Criteria

A. Educational Qualification:

Mandatory:
- 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- AND
- ITI Certificate in relevant trades (e.g., Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic, etc.) OR
- Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering.

B. Age Limit (as of 1st January 2025):

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD candidates (10 years).

2. Application Process

Steps to Apply:

Visit the official RRB regional portal (e.g., RRB Chennai, RRB Mumbai).
Click “New Registration” and fill in basic details (name, mobile, email).
Complete the Online Application Form with educational, personal, and trade-specific details.
Upload scanned documents:
- Photo (JPEG, 20–50 KB)
- Signature (JPEG, 10–40 KB)
- ITI/Diploma/Degree certificates (PDF, 100–400 KB).
Pay the Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing for CBT 1).
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (full refund post CBT 1).
Submit the form and save the Registration ID for future reference.

3. Selection Process

The recruitment involves four stages:

CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test 1):
- Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Science.
- Duration: 60 minutes | Total Marks: 75
CBT 2:
- Subjects: Trade-specific technical knowledge (ITI/Diploma/Degree level).
- Duration: 60 minutes | Total Marks: 100
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT):
- Mandatory for candidates opting for ALP posts.
Document Verification & Medical Exam:
- Final selection based on merit and medical fitness.

4. Salary & Benefits

Pay Scale: Level 02 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹19,900 – ₹63,200).
Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Night Duty Allowance
Additional Benefits: Pension, Healthcare, Travel Concessions, and Job Security.

5. Important Dates

Event	Date
Start of Online Application	15th April 2025
Last Date to Apply	11th May 2025
CBT 1 Admit Card	June 2025 (Tentative)
CBT 1 Exam Date	July 2025 (Tentative)

How to Prepare for RRB ALP 2025

Syllabus Focus:
- Revise Class 10 Mathematics, Physics, and Basics of Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
- Practice previous years’ RRB ALP question papers.
Recommended Books:
- RRB ALP Guide by Arihant Publications
- Lucent’s General Science