RRB ALP Vacancy 2025 Notification: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced a massive recruitment drive to fill 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across various zones. Candidates with Graduate, Diploma, or ITI qualifications can apply online from April 10, 2025, to May 9, 2025, at the official portal rrbapply.gov.in.
Quick Highlights
- Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Total Vacancies: 9,970
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: rrbapply.gov.in
- Advt. No.: CEN 01/2025
- Salary: As per 7th CPC (Level-2) with allowances
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | March 19, 2025 |
| Detailed Notification PDF Release | March 21, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | April 10, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 09, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / ESM / Female / EBC | ₹250 |
Note: ₹400 will be refunded to General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250 to reserved category candidates after appearing in CBT-1.
Payment Mode: Online
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed:
- Matriculation (10th) + ITI in relevant trade
- OR Diploma in Engineering
- OR Bachelor’s Degree (as per zone-specific requirements)
Age Limit (As on July 1, 2025)
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 30 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms
Zone-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Zone | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway | 376 |
| East Central Railway | 700 |
| East Coast Railway | 1,461 |
| Eastern Railway | 768 |
| North Central Railway | 508 |
| North Eastern Railway | 100 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 125 |
| Northern Railway | 521 |
| North Western Railway | 679 |
| South Central Railway | 989 |
| South East Central Railway | 568 |
| South Eastern Railway | 796 |
| Southern Railway | 510 |
| West Central Railway | 759 |
| Western Railway | 885 |
| Metro Railway Kolkata | 225 |
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- First Stage CBT (Computer Based Test)
- Second Stage CBT (Technical Aptitude Test)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) – for shortlisted candidates
- Document Verification and Medical Examination
How to Apply
- Visit rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on the link for “RRB ALP CEN 01/2025”
- Register with valid email and phone number
- Fill in the application form and upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2025?
May 9, 2025
Q2. What is the salary for ALP posts?
Approximate in-hand salary is ₹35,000–₹45,000 per month
Q3. Can final year students apply?
No. The required qualification must be completed before the closing date
Q4. Is there any physical test?
No. Selection is based on CBT and aptitude tests
