RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

The Ministry of Railways, operating under the aegis of the Government of India, has formally disseminated an official proclamation concerning the enlistment of Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) through the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The much-anticipated RRB ALP 2025 Notification was unveiled on the 29th of March, 2025, setting the stage for aspirants to embark on their application journey, with the digital submission window slated to commence from the 10th of April, 2025.

The Role of an Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP): As the backbone of train operations, an ALP is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient functioning of locomotives. This pivotal role demands technical acumen, quick decision-making, and a commitment to safety.

Quick Link:

• RRB ALP Syllabus
• RRB ALP Cut-Off

RRB ALP Recruitment

(Railway Recruitment Board (Ministry of Railway))

Posts Name – Assistant Loco Pilot, ALP

Important Dates:

• Starting Date – 10 April 2025 (Tentative)
• Last Date for Registration – 09 May 2025 (Tentative)
• Fee Payment Last Date – To be notified later
• Form Correction / Modification – To be notified later
• CBT Exam Date – Available Soon

Age Limit

As of 01 July 2024

• Minimum – 18 Years
• Maximum – 30 Years

Age Relaxation: As per the rules

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 500/–
• SC / ST / PH : Rs. 250/-
• All Category Female : Rs. 250/-
• Fee Refund (After Appearing in Stage I Exam) :
• General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 400/–
• SC / ST / PH : Rs. 250/-
• All Category Female : Rs. 250/-

Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking Only.

Eligibility Criteria

1. For ITI Certificate Holders: Candidates who have successfully passed their Class 10th/High School Examination along with an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade are eligible for this recruitment.
2. For Degree/Diploma in Engineering: Candidates holding a Degree or Diploma in Engineering from any recognized University in India will also be eligible for this recruitment.

How to Apply

Selection process for the post of ALP under the Indian Railways consists three stages, which are as follows.

CBT I:

• Mode of Exam: Online
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Sections: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness on Current Affairs
• Number of Questions: 75
• Marks: 75
• Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, negative marking of ⅓ mark for each incorrect answer.

CBT II:

• Mode of Exam: Online
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Sections:
  • Part A: Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness on Current Affairs
  • Part B: Relevant Trade
• Number of Questions:
  • Part A: 100
  • Part B: 75
• Marks:
  • Part A: 100
  • Part B: 75
• Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, negative marking of ⅓ mark for each incorrect answer.

Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) 

• Candidates who clear the CBT I and II will be called for it, and then the final selection list will be prepared.

Steps to apply online RRB ALP Recruitment 2025:

1). Visit the respective webportal at Railway Recruitment Board.

2). Find an option that reads ‘Recruitment of ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) 2025’ and tap on it.

3). Now, you will be asked to enter basic and educational qualification details, provide all and jump to the next page.

4). Upload documents with photograph and signature with documents’ scan copy.

5). Pay the application fee using the debit card, credit card, NET banking and UPI, and submit an online application.

Mode of Selection

The selection of the candidates will be done on the basis of:

1. First Stage CBT
2. Second Stage CBT
3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Exam

Important Links

RRB ALP Vacancy 2025 Overview