The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially launched the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025, offering 9,970 vacancies across India’s zonal railways. Approved by the Ministry of Railways, this recruitment drive under Centralized Employment Notification (CEN No. 01/2025) is a prime opportunity for candidates seeking a stable career in Indian Railways. Below, we break down the key details, including eligibility, selection stages, and application guidelines.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 9,970 |
| Selection Process | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Document Verification, Medical Exam |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 12 April 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 11 May 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Deadline: 13 May 2025
- Application Correction Window: 14–23 May 2025
- Exam Dates: To be announced (CBT 1 expected in late 2025)
Vacancy Distribution
Vacancies are distributed across 21 RRB zones, with major allocations as follows:
| Zonal Railway | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| East Coast Railway | 1,461 |
| South Central Railway | 989 |
| Western Railway | 885 |
| Metro Railway Kolkata | 225 |
| Central Railway | 376 |
| Total | 9,970 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Matriculation/SSLC + ITI Certificate in trades like Electrician, Fitter, or Mechanic OR
- Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering (3 years).
- Engineering graduates in relevant fields are also eligible.
2. Age Limit (as of 1 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age:
- General/EWS: 30 years
- OBC: 33 years
- SC/ST: 35 years
- PwD: Additional 10-year relaxation
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded post-CBT 1 participation |
| SC/ST/PwD/Female | ₹250 | Full refund post-CBT 1 participation |
Selection Process
The recruitment involves a rigorous five-stage process:
- CBT 1: Screening test with 75 questions (60 minutes) on Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science, and Current Affairs. Negative marking: 1/3 per wrong answer.
- CBT 2: Advanced test split into Part A (100 questions, 90 minutes) and Part B (75 trade-specific questions, 60 minutes).
- CBAT: Mandatory for ALP candidates; requires 42+ marks in each test battery.
- Document Verification: Original certificates and Aadhaar validation.
- Medical Examination: Ensure fitness standards (A-1) for railway operations.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB portal: RRB Apply.
- Register with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents:
- Photo: Passport-size (JPEG, 20–50 KB).
- Signature: Black ink on white paper (JPEG, 10–40 KB).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Note: Only one application per candidate is allowed.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Link | Check Here |