The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the recruitment for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 2025. A total of 9,970 vacancies will be filled across various railway zones in the country. According to the short notification issued by RRB, the application process is expected to begin on April 10, 2025, and the last date to apply is May 9, 2025. Interested candidates can submit their applications online via the official RRB website, rrbcdg.gov.in.
A detailed notification with further information on eligibility, the selection process, and other key details will be released soon.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Eligibility CriteriaCandidates applying for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post must meet the following requirements:
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Educational Qualification: Applicants must have passed Class 10 and hold an ITI certificate, or possess a diploma/degree in engineering.
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Age Limit: The age of candidates should be between 18 to 30 years as of July 1, 2025. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per government norms.
Follow these steps to apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot post:
Visit the official RRB website rrbcdg.gov.in.
Click on the "Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2025 Notification" link.
Select the "Apply" option.
Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee and submit the form.
The selection of candidates will be conducted through multiple stages, including:
CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test 1): This exam will consist of 75 questions covering Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness.
CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test 2): Candidates who clear CBT 1 will proceed to CBT 2, which will include questions related to technical knowledge and general subjects.
Document Verification: Qualified candidates will be required to submit relevant documents for verification.
Medical Test: A medical examination will be conducted to ensure candidates meet the required health standards.
RRB is expected to release a detailed notification soon, providing further clarity on the recruitment process. For now, the short notice and tentative application schedule have been made available.
