Railway Board Recruitment 2025: The RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 has been announced for CBT 1, CBT 2, and CBAT (Aptitude Test) for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). There are 9970 vacancies available in the central railway recruitment for the year 2025. Eligible individuals may apply for this position, with the exception of the categories specified below in Sl. No. 2. The application fee is Rs 500/-, of which Rs 400/- will be refunded after deducting bank charges, provided the candidate appears for the 1st Stage CBT, which costs Rs 500. This applies to candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities, or Economically Backward Class (EBC). (Candidates are advised: EBC should not be mistaken for OBC or EWS).
Verification of Documents for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Document Verification (DV) is based on candidates’ performance in Part-A and Part-B of CBT-2, as well as scores in CBAT, with shortlisting equal to the number of vacancies.
In cases of tied scores, merit is determined by age, favoring older candidates.
Appointment is contingent upon passing a Medical Fitness Test and final verification of documents and character.
After the recruitment process, Railway zones/Production units will be allocated based on candidates’ merit, medical standards, and preferences; candidates lose the right to preference in subsequent zones once empanelled.
RRBs reserve the right to utilize candidates lower on the merit list in case of shortfalls or exigencies, but this does not guarantee appointment.
RRBs recommend empanelled candidates to the respective Railway Zones, which issue the actual appointment offers.
Significant Dates for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Event
Date / Duration
Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News
29th March 2025
Opening Date for Online Application Submission
12th April 2025
Closing Date for Online Application Submission
11th May 2025 (23:59 hours)
Last Date for Application Fee Payment
13th May 2025 (23:59 hours)
Modification Window (with payment of modification fee)
14th May 2025 – 23rd May 2025
Note: ‘Create an Account’ details and chosen RRB cannot be modified.
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Guidelines for Railway Board Recruitment for ALP 2025
Candidates must thoroughly read the CEN information before submitting the Online application.
Eligibility criteria must be met by the closing date; candidates awaiting final results are ineligible.
Applications are to be submitted ONLINE only via official RRB websites; candidates should check Annexure A and B for eligibility.
Only one application per candidate is allowed; multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Eligibility is provisional and based on the information provided in the application; detailed scrutiny will occur during Document Verification.
Claims for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/EBC status must be made by the application closing date.
Candidates must meet prescribed medical standards for the ALP post; medically unsuitable candidates will not receive alternative appointments.
Age limit is 18-30 years as of 01-07-2025, with specified relaxations.
Candidates can choose only one RRB and indicate preferences for Railway Zones under that RRB.
An active mobile number and valid email ID are required for communication throughout the recruitment process.
Candidates must create an account for the application; details in the account cannot be modified after creation.
Authentication using Aadhaar is advised during account creation for smoother processing.
Modifications to application details (excluding account creation details and chosen RRB) can be made for a fee from 14-05-2025 to 23-05-2025.
Shortlisting for CBT-2 will be RRB-wise, based on merit in CBT-1, with normalization of marks across shifts.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via official RRB websites and through SMS/email for downloading E-call letters.
Exam center allocation will depend on feasibility; requests for changes in exam details will not be entertained.
Negative marking will apply in CBT-1 and CBT-2; no negative marking in CBAT.
Candidates are prohibited from bringing banned items to the exam venue; violations may lead to disqualification.
For accurate updates, candidates should refer only to official RRB websites to avoid misinformation.
Age Restrictions for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Community / Category
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit
SC & ST candidates
5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates
3 Years
Ex-servicemen candidates who have put in more than six months service after attestation
• Ex-servicemen (UR & EWS)
3 years (after deduction of length of service from age)
• Ex-servicemen (OBC-NCL)
6 years (after deduction of length of service from age)
• Ex-servicemen (SC & ST)
8 years (after deduction of length of service from age)
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff with minimum 3 years’ service as well as Substitutes with minimum 3 years’ service in Railways
• UR & EWS
40 Years of age
• OBC (NCL)
43 Years of age
• SC & ST
45 Years of age
Candidates working in Quasi-Administrative offices of Railway organizations (e.g., Canteens, Co-op Societies, Institutes)
Up to length of service rendered OR 5 years, whichever is less
Female candidates who are widowed, divorced, or judicially separated and not remarried
• UR & EWS
35 Years of age
• OBC (NCL)
38 Years of age
• SC & ST
40 Years of age
Course Completed Act Apprentices applying for posts requiring ITI/Apprenticeship
Relaxation to the extent of Apprentice Training undergone under the Apprentice Act 1961
Candidates who became Course Completed Act Apprentices before attaining the age of 25 years
• UR & EWS
35 Years of age
• OBC (NCL)
38 Years of age
• SC & ST
40 Years of age
General Guidelines for RRB in ALP 2025
Admission to the recruitment process is provisional; candidates must meet all eligibility criteria.
Candidates currently debarred by any RRB/RRC or dismissed from government service are ineligible to apply.
Applicants must ensure they meet age, educational, and medical standards before applying; those awaiting results are not eligible.
Submitting multiple applications will lead to rejection and lifetime debarment from RRB/RRC examinations.
Proper photograph and signature must be uploaded; non-compliance may result in rejection.
Uniform signatures are required across all documents; discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
Issuance of an E-call letter does not guarantee acceptance; verification of credentials occurs at various stages.
Eligibility verification is conducted only after candidates qualify all examination stages.
Any discrepancies or false information will result in immediate cancellation of candidature or appointment.
Candidates must enter personal details as per official documents; changes must be documented legally.
Recruitment process details and examination dates will be published on RRB websites.
RRBs reserve the right to modify examination schedules and introduce additional tests as needed.
Free travel passes for SC/ST candidates will be provided; misuse will lead to rejection and legal consequences.
Vacancies are provisional and may change; candidates have no right to appointment until officially offered.
Selected candidates may undergo training and must sign security bonds where applicable.
RRBs can cancel or modify results due to errors at any stage of recruitment.
Candidates may consent to share their scores with other organizations for recruitment purposes.
It is advised to submit applications early to avoid last-minute issues; RRBs are not responsible for late submissions.
Medical fitness standards, including vision requirements, are outlined for candidates called for document verification.
Fee Structure for the RRB Recruitment ALP Examination 2025
Categories / Communities of Candidates
Fee
Refund Details (on appearing in 1st Stage CBT)
For all candidates (except categories mentioned below at Sl. No. 2)
₹ 500/-
₹ 400/- will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges
SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities, or Economically Backward Class (EBC) (EBC is not OBC or EWS)
₹ 250/-
₹ 250/- will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges
Note: Only candidates who appear in the 1st Stage CBT will be eligible for the refund of their examination fee.
How to Submit the ALP RRB Recruitment Application for 2025
Candidates must carefully read all instructions before completing the ONLINE application to avoid errors.
Applications must be submitted through the official RRB website link provided for the specific CEN, and candidates can only choose one RRB and submit one application for the notified posts.
Candidates need to create an account for the application process; those with existing accounts from previous CENs should use the same credentials.
An active personal mobile number and valid email ID are required for OTP verification during account creation, and changes to these details are not allowed post-creation.
It is recommended to authenticate identity using Aadhaar during account creation to streamline the recruitment process; alternative ID verification will face stricter scrutiny.
Certain details entered during account creation (e.g., mobile number, email ID, name, date of birth) cannot be modified after account creation.
After submitting the application and paying the fee, candidates can modify other details (excluding account creation details and chosen RRB) for a fee of Rs. 250 from 14-05-2025 to 23-05-2025; no modifications will be accepted after this period.
Mandatory documents for the application include a recent color photograph that meets specific size and quality requirements, with clear visibility of the candidate’s face.
The photograph must match the candidate’s appearance during exams and document verification; discrepancies may lead to disqualification and legal action.
Candidates should retain at least 12 copies of the submitted photograph for future documentation needs.
