RRB ALP Recruitment 2025:

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official notification for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). With thousands of vacancies spread across Indian Railways’ zones, this is a massive opportunity for 10th pass and diploma holders to secure a prestigious job with the Central Government.

 

If you’re looking for a stable, high-growth government career in India’s largest employer – the Indian Railways – then this recruitment is for you!

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✅ RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name	Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Advertisement No.	CEN 01/2025
Total Vacancies	9,970
ob Location	Across India (Zone-wise)
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	www.rrbcdg.gov.in

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✅ Zone-Wise Vacancy Details (CEN 01/2025)

Category-wise reservation details are available in the official PDF.

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✅ Eligibility Criteria

Parameter	Details
Educational Qualification	10th + ITI in relevant trade OR Diploma in Engineering
Age Limit	18 – 30 years (as on 01.07.2025)
Age Relaxation	SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC – 3 yrs, PwBD – 10 yrs
Medical Standard	A-1 (Visual and physical fitness required)

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✅ Selection Process

Stage	Description
CBT 1 (Screening Test)	Qualifying nature; common for all
CBT 2 (Subject Test)	More technical; determines merit ranking
CBAT (Aptitude Test)	Only for ALP posts (qualifying, no negative marking)
Document Verification	Final step before appointment
Medical Examination	As per Railway medical standards

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✅ RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2025

▶️ CBT 1 for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025:

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	20	20
General Intelligence	25	25
General Science	20	20
General Awareness	10	10
Total	75	75	60 mins

Negative marking: 1/3 for every wrong answer.

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▶️ CBT 2 – Part A RRB ALP Recruitment 2025:

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	25	25
General Intelligence	25	25
Basic Science & Engineering	40	40
General Awareness	10	10
Total	100	100	90 mins

▶️ CBT 2 – Part B (Trade Specific)

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Trade Test (NCVT/SCVT)	75	75	60 mins

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✅ Pay Scale / Salary

Post	Pay Level	In-Hand Salary (Approx.)
Assistant Loco Pilot	Level 2	₹ 19,900 + DA + Allowances

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✅ Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	29 March 2025
Online Application Start	12 April 2025
Last Date to Apply	11 May 2025
Modification/ Correction Dates	14 May 2025 to 23 May 2025

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✅ How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

1. Visit https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in
2. Click on your respective RRB Zone.
3. Select CEN 01/2025 – Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment.
4. Register with mobile number and email ID.
5. Fill in the application form with accurate details.
6. Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates).
7. Pay the application fee and submit the form.
8. Take a printout of the final application.

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✅ Important Links

Description	Link
Official RRB Website (Central)	www.rrbcdg.gov.in
Download Official Notification (CEN 01/2025)	Click Here
Apply Online for RRB ALP	Apply Now

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✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are released in RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?
Ans: A total of 9970 vacancies have been announced across 21 zones.

Q2. What is the age limit for ALP posts in 2025?
Ans: Candidates must be between 18 to 30 years. Relaxation applies as per government rules.

Q3. What is the qualification required for RRB ALP?
Ans: 10th pass + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) or Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade.

Q4. Is there any negative marking in the ALP exam?
Ans: Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in CBT 1 and CBT 2.

Q5. Is CBT 2 conducted for all candidates?
Ans: Yes. All candidates who clear CBT 1 will appear for CBT 2. Only ALP candidates will also face the CBAT (Aptitude Test).

Q6. What is the salary of an RRB Assistant Loco Pilot?
Ans: The starting in-hand salary is approx. ₹19,900 with allowances and benefits.

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