The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification to fill 9970 vacancies for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post across various railway zones in India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 12 April 2025 to 11 May 2025.
This page covers everything — from eligibility, age limit, salary, and selection process to important dates and how to apply.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 9970 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Period | 12 April to 11 May 2025 |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| Pay Level | Level – 2 of 7th CPC |
| Initial Pay | ₹19,900/- per month |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 April 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fees | 13 May 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 14 May – 23 May 2025 |
RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2025
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must possess one of the following:
- Matriculation / SSLC + ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trades.
- OR Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering.
- OR a combination of engineering streams in lieu of ITI.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation as per Government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 10 Years (with conditions)
RRB ALP Zone-wise Vacancy 2025
| Zone | Posts | Zone | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Railway | 376 | North Western Railway | 679 |
| East Central Railway | 700 | South Central Railway | 989 |
| East Coast Railway | 1461 | South East Central Railway | 568 |
| Eastern Railway | 868 | South Eastern Railway | 921 |
| North Central Railway | 508 | Southern Railway | 510 |
| North Eastern Railway | 100 | West Central Railway | 759 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 125 | Western Railway | 885 |
| Northern Railway | 521 | Metro Railway Kolkata | 225 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
Note: Fees can only be paid via online mode (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI). Additional bank charges may apply.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB ALP includes the following stages:
- CBT Stage 1
- CBT Stage 2 (Part A & B)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness | 75 | 75 |
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
- Only qualifying nature, not counted for final merit.
CBT 2 Exam Pattern
- Part A:
- 100 Questions | 90 Minutes
- Part B (Relevant Trade):
- 75 Questions | 60 Minutes
- Total Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 marks per wrong answer
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Only for candidates qualifying CBT-2
- No negative marking
- Qualifying nature – final merit list is based on 70% CBT-2 (Part A) + 30% CBAT
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT
| Category | Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
RRB ALP Salary 2025
| Post | Level | Initial Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level – 2 | ₹19,900/- + Allowances |
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit your region’s official RRB website.
- Click on “Apply Online for ALP 2025”.
- Complete registration with your details.
- Fill the application form (Part I & II).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit and download your application for future reference.
FAQs – RRB ALP 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2025?
11 May 2025
Q2. How many vacancies are available under RRB ALP 2025?
9970 posts
Q3. What is the salary of an Assistant Loco Pilot?
₹19,900/- per month + allowances (Level – 2 pay scale)
Q4. What is the selection process?
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Exam
Q5. Can I apply to more than one RRB?
No. One candidate can apply to only one RRB.
