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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 01/2025 for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions across various Railway Zones. A total of 9970 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online between April 12, 2025, to May 11, 2025. Read further to check eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, and how to apply.
What's in this article?
- RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
- Important Date
- Age Limit
- Application Fees
- Qualification
- RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Full Eligibility
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Salary Structure
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Selection Process
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam Pattern
- Zone Wise Vacancy
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) How to Apply
- Important Links
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) FAQs
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 12/04/2025
- Last Date : 19/05/2025
- Last Date of Fee: 21/05/2025
- Correction Date: 22-31 May 2025
- Exam Date: As per Schedule
- Exam City Available: Check Before Exam
- Admit Card: Check Before Exam
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation: As Per RRB Guidelines
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: 500/-
- SC / ST / PH: 250/-
- After Appear the Stage I Exam - Refund- UR/OBC/EWS: 400/- SC / ST / PH / Female: 250/-
- Pay The Examination Fee Through UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking etc.
Qualification
- Matriculation / SSLC with ITI (NCVT/SCVT certified) Or Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades.
- Diploma/Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Full Eligibility
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Matriculation / SSLC with ITI (NCVT/SCVT certified) Or Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades. Diploma/Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering. |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Salary Structure
| Component | Amount (₹) (Approx) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Level-2, 7th CPC) | 19,900 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA, ~42%) | ~8,358 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ~1,592 – 4,776 (depends on city) |
| Transport Allowance | ~4,500 |
| Running Allowance | ~8,000 – 10,000 (varies by distance covered) |
| Night Duty Allowance | Additional compensation for night shifts |
| Gross Salary | ₹42,000 – ₹48,000 |
| Deductions (PF, NPS, Taxes) | ~₹7,000 – ₹10,000 |
| Net In-Hand Salary | ~₹35,000 – ₹42,000 |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Selection Process
- Stage 1: CBT-1 (Screening Test)
- Stage 2: CBT-2 (Part A & Part B)
- Stage 3: Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Stage 4: Document Verification
- Stage 5: Medical Examination
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam Pattern
| Exam Stage | Duration | Questions | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT-1 | 60 Min | 75 | Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science, Awareness |
| CBT-2 (Part A) | 90 Min | 100 | Mathematics, Reasoning, Basic Science, |
| CBT-2 (Part B) | 60 Min | 75 | Technical Trade-based Questions |
| CBAT | As per RDSO guidelines | Aptitude Tests | Railway-Specific Logical Tests |
Zone Wise Vacancy
| RRB Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRB Ahmedabad WR | 223 | 33 | 130 | 74 | 37 | 497 |
| RRB Ajmer NWR | 162 | 49 | 133 | 262 | 73 | 679 |
| RRB Ajmer WCR | 109 | 14 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 141 |
| RRB Bangalore SWR | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| RRB Bhopal WR | 23 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 46 |
| RRB Bhopal WCR | 221 | 111 | 130 | 103 | 53 | 618 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar ECOR | 454 | 29 | 121 | 205 | 119 | 928 |
| RRB Bilaspur CR | 228 | 56 | 155 | 86 | 43 | 568 |
| RRB Chandigarh NR | 188 | 44 | 117 | 56 | 28 | 433 |
| RRB Chennai SR | 155 | 41 | 73 | 56 | 37 | 362 |
| RRB Gorakhpur NER | 32 | 7 | 21 | 12 | 28 | 100 |
| RRB Guwahati NFR | 13 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 30 |
| RRB Jammu and Srinagar NR | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| RRB Kolkata ER | 194 | 51 | 103 | 71 | 39 | 262 |
| RRB Kolkata SER | 95 | 48 | 61 | 39 | 19 | 458 |
| RRB Malda ER | 171 | 33 | 103 | 66 | 37 | 410 |
| RRB Malda SER | 10 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 24 |
| RRB Mumbai SCR | 9 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
| RRB Mumbai CR | 152 | 38 | 102 | 56 | 28 | 376 |
| RRB Mumbai WR | 138 | 34 | 93 | 51 | 26 | 342 |
| RRB Muzaffarpur ECR | 36 | 9 | 24 | 13 | 7 | 89 |
| RRB Patna ECR | 14 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 33 |
| RRB Prayagraj NR | 33 | 8 | 21 | 12 | 6 | 80 |
| RRB Prayagraj NCR | 218 | 58 | 110 | 72 | 50 | 508 |
| RRB Ranchi ECR | 234 | 58 | 156 | 87 | 43 | 578 |
| RRB Ranchi SER | 255 | 66 | 164 | 105 | 45 | 635 |
| RRB Secunderabad SCR | 435 | 110 | 216 | 136 | 70 | 967 |
| RRB Secunderabad ECOR | 216 | 53 | 144 | 80 | 40 | 533 |
| RRB Siliguri NFR | 39 | 10 | 26 | 14 | 6 | 95 |
| RRB Thiruvananthapuram SR | 55 | 21 | 32 | 25 | 15 | 148 |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) How to Apply
- Visit the official website of RRB.
- Click on CEN 01/2025 Recruitment and read the guidelines.
- Register using mobile number and email.
- Fill the application form and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Correction Form | Click Here |
| Date Extended Notice | Click Here |
| Download Notification (English) | Click Here |
| Download Notification (Hindi) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Full FAQs | Click Here |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) FAQs
Can final-year students apply?
No, only candidates who have completed the required qualification as of the last application date can apply.
Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Is CBAT mandatory?
Yes, candidates shortlisted for ALP positions must pass CBAT to qualify.
Can I apply for multiple RRBs?
No, candidates can only apply for one RRB under this notification.