RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Amazing 9970+ Vacancy Guide for Loco Pilots (CEN 01/2025)

RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 @ rrbapply.gov.in: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) **CEN 01/2025**, inviting applications for the post of **Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)**. This is a highly anticipated notification for candidates with a technical background (ITI, Diploma, or B.Tech). A massive **9,970 vacancies** have been announced, with the online application process starting on **April 12, 2025**.

Notice Brief – RRB ALP Recruitment 2025

Recruitment Body	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Notification Number	CEN 01/2025
Post Name	Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Vacancy	9,970
Salary (Initial Pay)	Rs. 19,900/- (Level 2 of 7th CPC)
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	rrbapply.gov.in

RRB ALP 2025 – Important Dates

The original application deadline was extended. Please check the updated dates below to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity.

Detailed Notification Release	April 11, 2025
Online Application Start Date	April 12, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online (Extended)	May 19, 2025 (23:59 Hrs.)
Last Date for Fee Payment	May 21, 2025
Application Modification Window	May 14 to May 23, 2025

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

Before applying for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025, candidates must ensure they meet the specific age and educational qualifications.

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, etc.) as per government rules.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:

1. Matriculation (10th) PLUS ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Wireman, etc.
2. OR Matriculation (10th) PLUS 3-year Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering.
3. OR B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering.

Candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Engineering can apply for the ALP post, as these are considered higher qualifications for the trades mentioned. For more details, you can also check the official NCVT portal for trade-related queries.

Also Check: RRB NTPC 2025 Recruitment Details (Graduate & 10+2)

Selection Process

The recruitment process for the Assistant Loco Pilot post is a multi-stage process, which includes:

1. Stage 1: CBT 1 (First Stage Computer Based Test) – This is a screening test.
2. Stage 2: CBT 2 (Second Stage Computer Based Test) – This has two parts, Part A (for merit) and Part B (qualifying).
3. Stage 3: CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) – This is a mandatory qualifying test (Psycho Test).
4. Stage 4: Document Verification (DV)
5. Stage 5: Medical Examination (ME)

Final merit will be prepared by giving 70% weightage to marks from CBT 2 (Part A) and 30% weightage to marks from CBAT.

RRB ALP Exam Pattern – CBT 1

This is a qualifying test to shortlist candidates for CBT 2. The marks will not be used for the final merit list.

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	20	20
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Science	20	20
General Awareness & Current Affairs	10	10
Total	75	75

• Time Duration: 60 minutes.
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

RRB ALP Exam Pattern – CBT 2

This stage is divided into two parts, conducted on the same day.

Part A (For Merit)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	100 (Total)	100 (Total)
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Basic Science & Engineering

• Time Duration: 90 minutes.
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark.

Part B (Qualifying Nature)

• Subject: Relevant Trade (based on your ITI/Diploma/Degree)
• Questions: 75
• Marks: 75
• Time Duration: 60 minutes
• Qualifying Mark: 35% (This is mandatory to pass)

Also Check: RRB JE Recruitment 2025 (CEN 05/2025) Details

Application Fee & Refund

The application fee must be paid online. A part of the fee is refundable after you appear for the first-stage CBT.

Category	Fee	Refund Amount
For General / OBC / EWS Candidates	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 400/-
For SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Ex-Servicemen / EBC	Rs. 250/-	Rs. 250/-

Steps to fill RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Application Form

1. Visit the official RRB application portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in
2. First, “Create an Account” if you are a new user. This is a one-time registration (OTR).
3. Log in with your credentials and select the notification for “CEN 01/2025 – Assistant Loco Pilot”.
4. Fill in your personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
5. Select your RRB zone and your trade for the CBT 2 Part B exam.
6. Upload your scanned photograph and signature as per the specifications.
7. Pay the required application fee online.
8. Review your application thoroughly before final submission.
9. Download and print a copy of your completed application form for your records.

For more details on railway medical standards, you can refer to the Indian Railways official website.

Official Notification PDF [CEN 01/2025] (Click Here)
Apply Online Link (Click Here)

FAQs

What is the last date for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply online for RRB ALP (CEN 01/2025) was extended to May 19, 2025.

Can a 12th pass apply for RRB ALP?
No, a simple 12th pass is not eligible. You must have 10th + ITI, or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering, or a B.E./B.Tech degree in the specified streams.

What is the salary of an RRB Assistant Loco Pilot?
The initial basic pay is Rs. 19,900 (Level 2 of the 7th CPC). The in-hand salary will be higher, including DA, HRA, and other allowances.

Is there negative marking in RRB ALP?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every wrong answer in both CBT 1 and CBT 2.