The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Notification, announcing 9,970 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) across various railway zones in India. If you’re looking for a central government job with great pay, job security, and growth opportunities, this could be your golden chance!
📝 Post Details
The recruitment is specifically for:
Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Department: Indian Railways
Zone-wise Vacancies: To be distributed across RRB zones like Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Allahabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Jammu, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Ranchi, Secunderabad, Siliguri, and Thiruvananthapuram.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 – Overview
Latest RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Organization Name Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Post Name Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) No.of Posts 9970 Application Starting Date 12th April 2025 (Started) Application Closing Date 11th May 2025 Mode of Application Online Category Railway Jobs Job Location Across India Selection Process Across India Official Website indianrailways.gov.in
📊 Total No. of Posts: 9970
The 9,970 vacancies will be divided zone-wise and category-wise. A detailed breakdown will be available in the official notification on respective RRB websites.
🎓 Education Qualification
To apply for RRB ALP, candidates must have:
Matriculation / SSLC + ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT in relevant trades
ORDiploma/Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile) from a recognized institution
Note: Candidates with higher qualifications (like B.Tech) are also eligible.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years (as of notification date)
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
PwBD: 10 Years
Salary Structure
The Assistant Loco Pilot post comes with attractive salary and perks:
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level 2 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
In-hand salary: ₹35,000/month approx (after adding allowances)
Benefits Include:
DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Running Allowance
Medical Benefits, Job Security, Pension Scheme, etc.
Selection Process
The RRB ALP recruitment involves multiple stages:
First Stage CBT (Computer Based Test)
Second Stage CBT
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (Only for ALP)
Document Verification and Medical Exam
Application Fees
General/OBC: ₹500/-
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EWS
Important Dates
online Application Start Date: 12th April 2025 (Started)
Last Date to Apply: 11th May 2025
Important Links
🔸 Official RRB Website ;- Click Here
🔸 Official Notification PDF : – Click Here
How to Apply
Here’s a step-by-step guide to apply for RRB ALP 2025:
Visit your respective RRB zone’s official website.
Click on the “CEN No. 01/2025 – RRB ALP Recruitment” link.
Register with your email and mobile number.
Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and other details.
Upload scanned documents – Photo, Signature, Certificates.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and save/download the confirmation page for reference.
Final Words
The RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 is a massive opportunity for candidates with ITI or engineering backgrounds. With nearly 10,000 vacancies, a secure job in Indian Railways is within your reach. Don’t wait – prepare well, stay updated with the official website, and apply as soon as the link goes live!