RRB ALP New Vacancy 2025 Online Form Registration starts from 12th April to 11th May 2025. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBS), under the Government of the Ministry of Railways, have approved to issue Centralised Employment Notification for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) to fill 9970 vacancies in various Zonal Railways. Eligible Indian citizens who have completed a minimum of Matriculation and ITI or Diploma are eligible to apply for the RRB ALP 2025 through rrbapply.gov.in. The Candidates who are interested in the vacancy details and have completed all eligibility criteria can read the RRB ALP 2025 Notification and apply online.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 for 9970 Posts
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Name of the Post |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
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Total Vacancies |
9970 |
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Age Limit |
18 to 30 years |
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Salary |
Level 2, ₹ 19,900/- per month |
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Educational Qualification |
Matric, ITI, Diploma |
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Selection Process |
Computer-Based Test |
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Important Dates |
12/04/2025 to 11/05/2025 |
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Job Location |
Across India |
✅ RRB ALP Vacancy 2025: RRB Zonal Wise
| RRB Zone | Total Posts |
|---|---|
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Western Railway, Ahmedabad |
497 |
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North Western Railway, Ajmer |
679 |
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West Central Railway, Ajmer |
141 |
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Northern Railway, Prayagraj |
80 |
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North Central Railway, Prayagraj |
508 |
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Western Railway, Bhopal |
46 |
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West Central Railway, Bhopal |
618 |
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East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar |
928 |
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South East Central Railway, Bilaspur |
568 |
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Northern Railway, Chandigarh |
433 |
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Southern Railway, Chennai |
362 |
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North Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur |
100 |
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Northeast Frontier Railway, Guwahati |
30 |
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Northern Railway, Jammu – Srinagar |
08 |
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South Eastern Railway, Kolkata |
262 |
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Eastern Railway, Kolkata |
458 |
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Eastern Railway, Malda |
410 |
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South Eastern Railway, Malda |
24 |
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South Central Railway, Mumbai |
22 |
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Central Railway, Mumbai |
376 |
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Western Railway, Mumbai |
342 |
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East Central Railway, Muzaffarpur |
89 |
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East Central Railway, Patna |
33 |
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East Central Railway, Ranchi |
578 |
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South Eastern Railway, Ranchi |
635 |
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South Central Railway, Secunderabad |
967 |
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East Coast Railway, Secunderabad |
533 |
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Northeast Frontier Railway, Siliguri |
95 |
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Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram |
148 |
✅ RRB ALP Age Limit:
18 to 30 years as on 01/07/2025.
The Upper Age Relaxation – 05 years for SC / ST, 03 years for OBC NCL, for others as per Govt rules.
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
(A) Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognised institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trades of Fitter, Electrician, Instrument, Mechanic, Millwright/ Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & Air- Conditioning Mechanic. (OR)
(B) Matriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades (OR)
(C) Matriculation / SSLC plus three years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering (OR) combination of various streams of these Engineering disciplines from a recognised Institution instead of ITI.
✅ Selection Process:
The Railway ALP Recruitment Process shall comprise the following stages:-
✔️ First Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1)
✔️ Second Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-2)
✔️ Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
✔️ Documents Verification (DV)
✔️ Medical Examination (ME)
✅ Application Fee:
✔️ ₹ 500/- for General / OBC Category Candidates.
✔️ ₹ 250 (Refundable) for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities or EBC Candidates.
✔️ The fee should be made through Online Payment Mode (Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI / Net Banking, etc.)
✅ How to Apply:
➢ Eligible Interested candidates can apply online only through the RRB Ministry of Railways Online Application Portal (www.rrbapply.gov.in) from the opening date. The Candidates must first ‘Create an Account’ for this CEN through the link given on the Official RRB Website.
➢ The Candidates must have an active personal mobile number and a valid email ID for receiving OTPS for Account Verification and Creation. After creating an account, candidates should log in to apply for RRB ALP 2025 through any one of the RRB portals.
➢ The Candidates are mandatory to upload a scanned copy of a recent, clear colour passport-size photograph, signature and other required documents.
➢ The Candidates are required to pay the application fee through the online payment mode.
➢ Before applying, ensure you review the preview and verify all fields carefully. Save a printed copy of the final form for your future reference.
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening date for Online Registration |
12/04/2025 |
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Closing date for Online Registration |
11/05/2025 (23:59 Hours) |
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Last Date for Paying Application Fee |
13/05/2025 (23:59 Hours) |
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Modification / Correction Window for submitted Application Form |
14/05/2025 to 23/05/2025 |
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Tentative date of Exam |
To be Announced |
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
How to Apply for RRB ALP 2025?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the RRB Ministry of Railways Online Application Portal (www.rrbapply.gov.in) from 12th April to 11th May 2025. Candidates must first ‘Create an Account’ for this CEN through the link given on the Official RRB Website.
How many vacancies in Railway Assistant Loco Pilot 2025?
A total of 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Vacancies are opening in Indian Railways, Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBS).
What is the Selection Process for Railway Assistant Loco Pilot 2025?
The RRB ALP Vacancy 2025 Recruitment process will be made through the following methods:-
✔️ First Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1)
✔️ Second Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-2)
✔️ Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
✔️ Documents Verification (DV)
✔️ Medical Examination (ME)
What is the minimum qualification for RRB ALP 2025?
(1) Candidates must have either Matriculation/ SSLC plus ITI from recognised institutions of NCVT/ SCVT.
(2) Another option is Matriculation/SSLC plus a three-year Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline.
(3) Note: A degree in the mentioned Engineering disciplines will also be acceptable instead of a Diploma in Engineering.
What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2025?
✔️ Minimum 18 years
✔️ Maximum 30 years
✔️ The Upper Age relaxation – 05 years for SC / ST, 03 years for OBC (NCL) and others as per rules.
What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2025?
The last date for submission of applications is 11th May 2025.