RRB ALP recruitment 2025: Notification released for 9,970 vacancies – apply starting April 10

RRB ALP recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the much-awaited RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) recruitment for 2025, opening up 9,970 vacancies across various zonal railways in India. This recruitment drive, which is being conducted through a Centralized Employment Notification (CEN), comes as a significant opportunity for aspiring candidates looking to join the Indian Railways. The official notification for the recruitment has been released, and online applications will be accepted starting April 10, 2025.
This is a major recruitment drive aimed at filling Assistant Loco Pilot positions in various regions of the Indian Railways. Candidates with the required educational qualifications and other eligibility criteria can apply for these vacancies. The selection process will involve multiple stages, including a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), document verification, and a medical examination.

Vacancies and eligibility criteria

A total of 9,970 vacancies are available for Assistant Loco Pilot positions across the Indian Railways. The vacancies are distributed among several zonal railways, with some of the largest allocations in East Coast Railway, Eastern Railway, and South Eastern Railway.
Here is a breakdown of the vacancies across different regions:

Candidates interested in applying for the positions must have completed their 10th class education and hold an ITI qualification in the relevant trade, or possess a Diploma/Degree in Engineering in a relevant field. Additionally, applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30 years as of July 1, 2025, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Selection process and exam pattern
The selection process for RRB ALP 2025 will consist of multiple stages. The first stage is the Computer-Based Test (CBT 1), which is qualifying in nature. Those who pass CBT 1 will proceed to CBT 2, which is followed by the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT). The final stages include document verification and a medical examination.
The exam pattern for CBT 1 includes 75 questions from Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness. CBT 2 is more detailed, with a mix of technical knowledge and general subjects. Candidates will be evaluated based on their performance in these stages, with the final merit list taking into account the CBT 2 score and CBAT performance.
How to apply
Interested candidates can visit the official RRB website (www.indianrailways.gov.in) to apply online. The online registration process will begin on April 10, 2025, and the last date for applications is May 9, 2025. Applicants must pay the prescribed fee during the application process, which is Rs500 for General/OBC candidates and Rs250 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
With the release of this notification, aspiring candidates are encouraged to start preparing for the selection process and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to join the Indian Railways.