RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) invites applications for recruitment of 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Posts. Candidates are requested to through the notification PDF that is attached below befor applying for the post of ALP. The Closing date for the receipt of application along with enclosures is 11.05.2025.
| Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) ALP 2025 Summary |
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| Organization Name: Railway Recruitment Board |
| Employment Type: Central Government Jobs |
| Total No of Vacancies as on 2025: 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Salary: Rs.19900/- |
| Educational Qualifications: Matriculation / SSLC/ 10th plus ITI (or) Matriculation / SSLC / 10th plus three years Diploma |
| Notification Start Date: 12.04.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply: 11.05.2025 |
| Application Fee: Rs. 500/-; For ST/SC/PWD Applicants – Rs. 250/- (Will be refunded) |
| Official Website: https://www.rrbchennai.gov.in/ |
RRB ALP Vacancy & Salary Details:
| Name of the Post | Number of Posts | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 9970 | Pay Level in 7th CPC Level 2 Initial Pay Rs.19900/- |
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
| Educational and Technical Qualifications |
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| A) Matriculation / SSLC/ 10th plus ITI from accredited institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trades of Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic (Radio &TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Refrigeration & Air- Conditioning Mechanic, Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist (OR) Completion of the Matriculation / SSLC / 10th plus course and Act apprenticeship in the trades mentioned above (OR) |
| B) Matriculation / SSLC / 10th plus three years Diploma in Mechanical / Electronics /Electrical / Automobile Engineering (OR) Combination of various disciplines of these Engineering Streams from a recognised Institution in lieu of ITI. |
| Note: Degree in the Engineering Streams as above will also be acceptable in lieu of Diploma in Engineering. |
Age Limit: (As on 01.07.2025)
| Name of the Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Assistant Loco Pilot | 18 years | 33 years |
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
| For SC/ST Candidates: 5 years |
| For OBC Candidates (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years |
| For PwBD Candidates: Gen/EWS – 10 years; OBC – 13 years; SC/ST – 15 years |
Recruitment Process:
| 1. First Stage CBT (CBT-1) |
| 2. Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) |
| 3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) |
| 4. Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination (ME) |
Scheme of Examination:
FIRST STAGE CBT (CBT-1):
| Overview: |
| CBT-1 will only be a screening exam for shortlisting eligible candidates for CBT-2 based on their normalized marks and merit. Screening will be based on their merit in CBT-1 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only. The marks of CBT-1 shall not be counted while preparing the final panel. |
| Pattern of CBT-1: |
| (i) Duration: 60 minutes (ii) Number of questions: 75, Maximum marks: 75 (1 mark per question) (iii) There shall be negative marking 1/3rd marks for each wrong answer. (iv) Normalization of marks will be done for CBTs held in multiple shifts. (v) Minimum pass percentage for eligibility: UR & EWS – 40%, OBC (NCL) – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%. This is also applicable to Ex Service men category candidates, as per their community. (vi) The standard of questions for CBT-1 will generally be in conformity with the educational standards and/or minimum technical qualifications prescribed for the post |
| Syllabus of CBT-1: |
| (A) Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc. |
| (B) Mental Ability: Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. |
| (C) General Science: The syllabus under this shall cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level. |
| (D) General Awareness: Current affairs, science & technology, sports, culture, personalities, economics, politics and other subject of importance. |
SECOND STAGE CBT (CBT-2):
| (a) Shortlisting of candidates for CBT-2 shall be done RRB-wise and community-wise as per their normalized marks and merit in CBT-1 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only. (b) Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS will be shortlisted for CBT-2 against UR category provided that, they are NOT availed any relaxation / concession in age, qualification or marks, etc (c) Candidates who are shortlisted availing reservation benefits of a community / Category (Ex-servicemen/EWS) shall continue to be consider only against that community /category for all subsequent stages (CBT2/CBAT/DV) of recruitment process (d) Total number of candidates to be shortlisted for CBT-2 shall be limited to 15 (fifteen) times the number of vacancies notified against each RRB. In case more than one candidate obtain marks equal to cut-off point, they all will be shortlisted for CBT-2 (e) However, Railways reserve the right to increase / decrease the above limit as required, to ensure availability of adequate number of candidates for the notified post. (f) The final panels for ALP will be prepared only on the basis of marks and merit of candidates in CBT-2 & CBAT. |
| Pattern & Syllabus of CBT-2: |
| (i) CBT-2 shall comprise of two parts viz., Part-A and Part-B as detailed below. (ii) Total Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes & Total Questions: 175 Part-A: 90 minutes & 100 questions Part-B: 60 minutes & 75 questions (iii) There shall be negative marking @1/3rd marks for each wrong answer. (iv) Normalization of marks will be done for CBTs held in multiple shifts. (vii) In Part -A, Minimum pass percentage for eligibility: UR & EWS – 40%, OBC (NCL) – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%. This is also applicable to Ex Service men category candidates, as per their community. (v) Only the marks scored in Part-A shall be counted for shortlisting of candidates for further stages of this recruitment process provided the candidate irrespective of community is able to secure qualifying marks (35%) in Part-B. |
| SYLLABUS for Part-A: |
| (A) Mathematics: Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work; Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc. |
| (B) General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and decision making, Similarities and differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc. |
| (C) Basic Science and Engineering: The broad topics that are covered under this shall be Engineering Drawing (Projections, Views, Drawing Instruments, Lines, Geometric figures, Symbolic Representation), Units, Measurements, Mass Weight and Density, Work Power and Energy, Speed and Velocity, Heat and Temperature, Basic Electricity, Levers and Simple Machines, Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Education, IT Literacy etc. |
SYLLABUS for Part-B:
- Part-B is only a qualifying test in nature and shall have questions from the various trade syllabi as prescribed by Directorate General of Training (DGT).
- Note: Qualifying Percentage – 35% for all candidates irrespective of category/community.
- Syllabus of Various Trades: Please check the website (https://dgt.gov.in.) of Directorate General of Training (GOI) for syllabi of different technical trades.
- Candidates with ITI/Trade Apprenticeship qualification will be required to appear in the section having questions from their trade.
- Degree, Diploma candidates have to select one trade from the list of trades listed below against their engineering discipline.
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT):
- Candidates equal to 8 (eight) times the number of ALP vacancies for each notified community / category viz., UR(includes OBC-CL), OBC(NCL), SC, ST and EWS (including ExSM), shall be shortlisted for CBAT on the basis of their marks in Part-A of CBT-2 among the candidates who have chosen the same RRB only with the application of reservation rules, provided they qualify in Part-B of CBT-2. In case more than one candidate obtain marks equal to cut-off point, they all will be shortlisted for CBAT
- Such shortlisted candidates should produce their Vision Certificate in the prescribed format (as per Annexure VIA) in original, during the CBAT, failing which they will not be permitted to appear.
- It is mandatory to clear each test battery / section of CBAT separately, to qualify.
- The CBAT shall be only in English and Hindi and there shall be no negative marking.
- For information on CBAT, candidates are advised to check the following website links of RDSO –
- (i) rdso.indianrailways.gov.in -> Verticals -> Traffic and Psychology -> Psychology-Candidate’s Corner, and (ii) https://rdso.indianrailways.gov.in/view_section.jsp?lang=0&id=0,2,456,5821,6119.
- Qualifying Marks: All candidates (irrespective of community) must secure a minimum T-score of 42 marks in each test battery separately to qualify in the CBAT.
- The merit list will be prepared only from amongst candidates qualifying in the CBAT. 70% weightage will be given for marks obtained in Part-A of CBT-2 and 30% weightage for score obtained in the CBAT.
Document Verification (DV):
- Based on the marks and merit of candidates in Part-A of CBT-2, qualifying in Part-B of CBT-2 and scores in CBAT, candidates equal to the number of vacancies, will be shortlisted for Document Verification.
- In case two or more candidates secure equal marks, their merit position shall be determined by age criteria i.e., the older candidate shall be given higher merit than the younger candidate.
- Appointment of selected candidates is subject to their passing the requisite Medical Fitness Test to be conducted by the Railway Administration and final verification of all essential documents and verification of antecedents / character of the candidates.
- On completion of all stages of recruitment process, RRB will allot Railway zone/Production unit as per the option of eligible candidates, subject to merit, medical standard and vacancy position. Once candidates are empanelled, as per their merit and choice, they will forfeit the right to be considered for their preference in the next priority zone/unit. However, RRBs are also reserve the right to Railway zone/unit, which is/are not opted by the candidate, if considered in administrative interest, subject to the candidates’ meeting eligibility requirements.
- In case of any shortfall in empanelment or other exigencies, RRBs reserve the right to utilise the candidates down in the merit list if required, as per merit and options of such candidates. This however, will not confer any vested right on such candidates to be considered for appointment.
- Candidates may please note that RRBs only recommend names of empanelled candidates to the Railway Zone concerned. The offer of appointment is issued only by the respective Railway Zones.
Application Fee:
| For candidates who belong to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC). (Caution to Candidates: EBC should not be confused with OBC or EWS) – Rs.250/- This fee of Rs 250/- shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
| For Other Applicants – Rs.500/- |
| Payment Mode: Online |
How to Apply:
- Candidates must read all information and instruction carefully before filling the ONLINE application to prevent mistakes.
- Candidates are allowed to choose only one RRB and submit only one ONLINE Application for the notified posts within chosen RRB only.
Important Dates:
| Starting Date for Submission of Application: 12.04.2025 |
| Last date for Submission of Application: 11.05.2025 (23:59 hours) |
Official Notification & Application Link:
| Official Career Page of RRB: Website Link |
| Advertisement PDF for RRB: Notification PDF |
| Online Application Form for RRB: Apply Link |