The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Notification 2025 for the recruitment of 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across various zones of Indian Railways. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to join Indian Railways and build a stable career in the government sector.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the respective regional RRB websites. Read below for full details on eligibility, selection, salary, and application process.
✅ Post Details
- Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Job Location: Across India
- Job Type: Central Government (Permanent)
RRB ALP New Vacancy 2025 Online Form for 9970 Posts
| Name of the Post | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 9970 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years |
| Salary | Level 2, ₹ 19,900/- per month |
| Educational Qualification | Matric, ITI, Diploma |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test |
| Important Dates | 10/04/2025 to 09/05/2025 |
| Job Location | Across India |
✅ Number of Posts
- Total Vacancies: 9,970 Posts
- Vacancies are distributed zone-wise and category-wise (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS), which will be available in the detailed notification.
RRB ALP Vacancy 2025: RRB Zonal Wise
| Zonal Railway | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway | 376 |
| East Central Railway | 700 |
| East Coast Railway | 1461 |
| Eastern Railway | 768 |
| North Central Railway | 508 |
| North Eastern Railway | 100 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 125 |
| Northern Railway | 521 |
| North Western Railway | 679 |
| South Central Railway | 989 |
| South East Central Railway | 568 |
| South Eastern Railway | 796 |
| Southern Railway | 510 |
| West Central Railway | 759 |
| Western Railway | 885 |
| Metro Railway Kolkata | 225 |
✅ Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Matriculation/10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trades
OR - Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering
OR - Engineering Degree in the above disciplines (recognized by AICTE)
✅ Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (as on the closing date of application)
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms
✅ Salary
- Initial Pay (Level 2 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix): ₹19,900/- per month
- In-Hand Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹40,000 (including allowances such as DA, HRA, TA, etc.)
- Additional Benefits: Free travel pass, pension scheme, job security, etc.
✅ Selection Process
The selection process for RRB ALP involves multiple stages:
- CBT Stage 1 (Computer Based Test)
- CBT Stage 2 (Part A and Part B)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (Only for ALP)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Note: Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next.
✅ Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹500/-
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250/-
(Note: ₹400 will be refunded after appearing for Stage 1 CBT for General/OBC/EWS) - Mode of Payment: Online (Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking)
✅ Important Dates
✅ Important Dates:
| Commencement of RRB ALP Short Notification | 19/03/2025 |
| Opening date for Online Registration | 10/04/2025 |
| Closing date for Online Registration | 09/05/2025 up to 23:59 Hours |
| Last Date for Paying Application Fee | 09/05/2025 |
| Tentative date of Exam | To be Announced |
✅ Important Links
- 🔗 Apply Online Link (Coming Soon)
- 🔗 Download Official Notification (PDF 1)
- 🔗 Download Official Notification (PDF 2)
✅ How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Follow the steps below to complete your application:
- Visit the official RRB website for your region
- Click on “RRB ALP Recruitment 2025” section
- Register using your valid mobile number and email ID
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload the required documents – Photo, Signature, Certificates
- Pay the application fee as per your category
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for reference
🚆 Final Words
The RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 is one of the most awaited and largest railway recruitment drives for technical posts. If you’re passionate about working in Indian Railways and have the right qualifications, this is your chance to secure a government job with excellent perks.