RRB ALP New Vacancy 2025 Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a new recruitment notification CEN 01/2025 for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). This post comes under Level-2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission. The total number of vacancies announced is 9970 across various zones. The online application process will start from 12 April 2025 and will end on 11 May 2025.
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying. The initial salary for ALP is Rs. 19,900 along with other benefits like DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance. The selection process includes several stages such as CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Fitness Test.
RRB ALP 2025 Vacancy Details
The recruitment is being done for the Assistant Loco Pilot post. The total vacancies notified are 9970 for various RRB zones. These are provisional and may increase or decrease as per requirements of Indian Railways. Each candidate can apply to only one RRB.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Medical Standard | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 | A-1 | 9970 |
- Pay Matrix Level: 2 (7th CPC)
- Grade Pay: Rs. 1900
- Work Profile: Operating locomotives, handling train movement, and assisting senior pilots.
The detailed zone-wise and RRB-wise vacancy list is available in Annexure B of the official notification.
RRB ALP 2025 Important Dates
It is important to track all important events to avoid missing deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Notice Published | 29 March 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 11 May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 May 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 14 to 23 May 2025 |
| CBT-1 (Tentative) | August 2025 |
| CBT-2 (Tentative) | October 2025 |
| CBAT (Tentative) | December 2025 |
Candidates are advised to check the official RRB website regularly for updates regarding exact exam dates and admit card release.
RRB ALP 2025 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB ALP 2025 involves five stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed further.
- CBT-1 (Computer Based Test – Screening):
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Questions: 75 (MCQ)
- Subjects: Math, Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness
- Negative Marking: 1/3 for each wrong answer
- Qualifying only (not considered for final merit)
- CBT-2 (Main Exam):
- Part A: 100 Questions (90 minutes)
- Part B: 75 Questions (60 minutes – Qualifying Nature)
- Part A scores will be used for shortlisting
- CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test):
- Only for candidates applying for ALP
- No negative marking
- Qualifying nature, but marks carry 30% weight in final merit
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
Only candidates who are medically fit under Medical Standard A-1 will be considered for final appointment.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Matriculation / SSLC / 10th Pass
- AND either:
- ITI Certificate in relevant trades (approved by NCVT/SCVT)
- OR Diploma in Engineering
- OR Apprenticeship Certificate under Act 1961
Trades accepted include:
- Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic Diesel, Wireman, Turner, Machinist, etc.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 18 to 30 years |
| OBC (Non Creamy) | 18 to 33 years |
| SC/ST | 18 to 35 years |
Candidates must be born between 02 July 1995 and 01 July 2007 for General category.
How to Apply for RRB ALP 2025
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Go to the official website of your chosen RRB (e.g. www.rrbcdg.gov.in)
- Click on CEN 01/2025 ALP recruitment link.
- Create an account using mobile and email.
- Fill all personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned photo and signature.
- Pay application fee via online mode.
- Submit and download a copy of the application form.
Important: Only one application is allowed per candidate. Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund After CBT-1 |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 |
| SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female/EWS/Minorities | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
- Payment Mode: UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card
- Fee is refundable after appearing in CBT-1 as per eligibility.
RRB ALP 2025 Detailed Syllabus
CBT-1 Syllabus (75 Marks | 60 Minutes)
- Mathematics:
BODMAS, HCF & LCM, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Distance, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Profit and Loss, Pipes and Cistern, Age Problems. - General Intelligence and Reasoning:
Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Puzzle, Series, Venn Diagrams, Number and Alphabetical Series, Data Sufficiency. - General Science:
Based on 10th standard level – includes Physics, Chemistry, Biology. - General Awareness on Current Affairs:
Sports, Economy, Polity, Science & Tech, Awards, Books, Important Days, National and International News.
CBT-2 Syllabus
Part A – 100 Questions | 90 Minutes
- Mathematics (same topics as CBT-1 but at a higher level)
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
Advanced puzzles, decision making, analogies, input-output, assumption and conclusion-based questions. - Basic Science and Engineering
Engineering Drawing, Mass, Weight, Work, Power, Energy, Units, Speed, Basic Electricity, Heat, Environment Education, Levers and Machines.
Part B – 75 Questions | 60 Minutes (Qualifying Only)
This part tests trade knowledge as per DGT (Directorate General of Training) syllabus.
Candidates with ITI or Apprenticeship in a trade must answer from that trade. Diploma/Degree holders must choose a trade relevant to their field.
Trade examples:
- Electrical: Electrician, Wireman
- Mechanical: Fitter, Machinist, Diesel Mechanic
- Electronics: Electronics Mechanic
- Automobile: Motor Mechanic, Heat Engine
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35% (for all categories)
CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test)
- Conducted only for ALP applicants
- Multiple test batteries to evaluate attention, memory, and perception
- Must score 42 marks in each test battery
- Marks of CBAT carry 30% weight in final merit (CBT-2 Part A marks carry 70%)
RRB ALP Previous Year Cut Off
Below are cutoff marks from 2018 for reference:
| RRB | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allahabad | 59.59 | 57.47 | 50.76 | 52.91 |
| Secunderabad | 60.89 | 59.38 | 53.26 | 51.30 |
| Mumbai | 62.51 | 60.31 | 55.53 | 53.42 |
Actual cut-offs for 2025 may vary based on exam difficulty and number of candidates.
Download official notification – Click here
FAQs
Ans: There are 9970 vacancies available for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot.
Ans: CBT-1 is likely to be conducted in August 2025, followed by CBT-2 and CBAT in later months.
Ans: Candidates must have 10th + ITI Certificate in specified trades OR Diploma in Engineering.
Ans: No. Candidates can apply for only one RRB.
Ans: It includes trade-specific questions based on the ITI/Diploma trade syllabus from DGT (https://dgt.gov.in/).
Ans: The initial pay is Rs. 19,900/- per month, plus other allowances.
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