The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Notification 2025 under CEN 01/2025 to fill 9,970 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot across various RRB zones. The application process has already started, and candidates interested in Indian Railways jobs should apply online before the deadline.

Below you’ll find complete details regarding eligibility, vacancy distribution, application procedure, salary, and more.

📌 Zone-Wise and Category-Wise RRB ALP Vacancy 2025

A total of 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot positions have been announced across 21 RRB Zones. The distribution of vacancies is as follows:

RRB Zones Participating: Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Jammu-Srinagar, Kolkata, Malda, Mumbai, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Ranchi, Secunderabad, Siliguri, Thiruvananthapuram, and others.

📅 Important Dates for RRB ALP 2025

✅ Eligibility Criteria for RRB ALP Post

To apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot post, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:

• Nationality: Indian citizen only
• Age Limit: 18 to 30 years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST – 5 years
    • OBC – 3 years
• Educational Qualification:
  • Matriculation (10th Pass) with ITI/Diploma in a relevant trade from a recognized institution.

💻 RRB ALP Online Application & Fee Details

The application can be submitted only through the official RRB websites of respective zones. No offline application will be accepted.

📝 Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for RRB ALP 2025

1. Visit the official RRB website of your chosen zone.
2. Create your registration profile using mobile and email.
3. Fill out the online form with correct personal and academic details.
4. Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit the form and download the acknowledgment for reference.

⚠️ Note: Only one application per candidate is allowed per RRB.

🧪 Selection Process for RRB ALP 2025

Candidates must clear the following stages to be shortlisted:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1
2. Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2
3. CBAT – Computer-Based Aptitude Test
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Fitness Test

❗ Negative Marking:

• 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in both CBT stages.
• No negative marking for unattempted questions.

💼 Salary of Assistant Loco Pilot

🔗 Important Links

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

📌 Is the RRB ALP Notification 2025 officially released?

Yes, the RRB has published the ALP notification on 11th April 2025 on all its official websites.

📌 How many vacancies are available under RRB ALP 2025?

There are a total of 9970 vacancies announced for the Assistant Loco Pilot post.

📌 What is the deadline to apply for the ALP recruitment?

The last date to apply online is 11th May 2025 (11:59 PM).

📌 What is the recruitment process for RRB ALP?

It includes CBT Stage 1, CBT Stage 2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Test.

📌 Which RRB zones are recruiting for ALP in 2025?

All 21 zones including Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Secunderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and others are participating.

📌 What is the required age limit for applying?

Candidates must be between 18 to 30 years. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.

📌 What is the job role of an Assistant Loco Pilot?

The ALP supports the Loco Pilot in train operations, ensuring safety and efficiency of locomotives.

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