RRB ALP 2025: 9,970 Vacancies, Syllabus, Exam Pattern (CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT) & Medical Standards

Apply: Apr 12 – May 11, 2025 Vacancy: 9,970 Pay Level-2: ₹19,900

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What is RRB ALP Recruitment 2025?

🚨 Application Window: April 12, 2025 to May 11, 2025 | Modification Window: May 14-23, 2025

OrganizationRailway Recruitment Board (RRB) – 20+ RRBs

Post NameAssistant Loco Pilot (ALP)

Total Vacancies9,970 (All RRBs)

Pay LevelLevel-2 (7th CPC) – Initial Pay ₹19,900/-

Qualification10th Pass + ITI / Diploma / Degree in Engineering

Age Limit18 – 30 years (as on 01/07/2025)

Medical StandardA-1 (Stringent Vision Standards – 6/6 without glasses)

Selection ProcessCBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Examination

📌 Note: Vacancies are provisional and may increase/decrease as per Railway requirement.

📅 Important Dates

Opening Date for Online ApplicationApril 12, 2025

Closing Date for Online ApplicationMay 11, 2025 (23:59 Hrs)

Last Date for Fee PaymentMay 13, 2025 (23:59 Hrs)

Modification WindowMay 14-23, 2025

CBT-1 DateTo be notified

CBT-2 DateTo be notified

CBAT DateTo be notified

Helpline Numbers0172-565-3333 / 9592001188

📊 RRB-wise Vacancy Details

RRBZonesURSCSTOBCEWSTotalEx-SM

AhmedabadWR22374371303349750

AjmerNWR, WCR27176401523557483

PrayagrajNR, NCR331864218840687129

BhopalWR, WCR23160301162546267

BhubaneswarECoR454125592126091093

BilaspurSECR22886431555656857

ChandigarhNR18856281174443344

ChennaiSR1555637734136237

GorakhpurNER321282178010

GuwahatiNFR134283330322833

Jammu-SgrNR4310081628

KolkataSER, ER365108331954975094

MaldaER, SER27569421374656966

MumbaiCR, WR, SCR406110382315984494

MuzaffarpurECR36137249899

PatnaECR145293333324333

RanchiECR, SER48912749271671003121

SecunderabadSCR, ECoR65117661360871335141

SiliguriNFR391462158510

ThiruvananthapuramSR55251532212915

Total41161716858228999199701004

📌 Note: Ex-Servicemen vacancies are included in the total. Detailed RRB-wise distribution available in official CEN.

🎯 Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Citizen of India✓ Eligible

Subject of Nepal/Bhutan✓ Eligible (with eligibility certificate)

Tibetan Refugee (before 1962)✓ Eligible (with eligibility certificate)

Indian origin migrants✓ Eligible (with eligibility certificate)

Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)

Minimum Age18 Years

Maximum Age30 Years

Born between (UR/EWS)02/07/1995 to 01/07/2007

Born between (OBC-NCL)02/07/1992 to 01/07/2007

Born between (SC/ST)02/07/1990 to 01/07/2007

Age Relaxation

SC/ST5 Years

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 Years

Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS)3 years after deduction of service

Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL)6 years after deduction of service

Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)8 years after deduction of service

Railway Staff (Group C/D) with 3+ years serviceUR: 40 years, OBC: 43 years, SC/ST: 45 years

Widowed/Divorced WomenUR: 35 years, OBC: 38 years, SC/ST: 40 years

Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA)Relaxation equal to apprenticeship period (max 3 years)

Educational Qualification (as on 11/05/2025)

Option 110th Pass + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade

Option 210th Pass + Diploma in Engineering (3 years) in relevant branch

Option 310th Pass + Degree in Engineering (4 years) in relevant branch

Final Year StudentsNot eligible (must have passed on or before closing date)

Trade-wise Eligibility for Part-B of CBT-2

Engineering BranchTrade/Subject for Part-B

Electrical EngineeringElectrician, Instrument Mechanic, Wireman, Armature & Coil Winder, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic

Electronics EngineeringElectronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV)

Mechanical EngineeringFitter, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic, Heat Engine, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic

Automobile EngineeringMechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic

📝 RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2025

First Stage CBT (CBT-1) – Screening Test

SubjectQuestionsMarksDuration

Mathematics202060 minutes

Mental Ability2525

General Science2020

General Awareness1010

Total757560 min

📌 Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer.

📌 Purpose: Shortlisting for CBT-2 (15 times the vacancies)

📌 Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC-NCL: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%

📌 Note: CBT-1 marks are NOT counted for final merit.

Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) – Main Exam

Part-A (90 minutes, 100 questions, 100 marks)

SubjectQuestionsMarks

Mathematics2525

General Intelligence & Reasoning2525

Basic Science & Engineering5050

Total Part-A100100

Part-B (60 minutes, 75 questions, 75 marks) – Qualifying Only

Questions from relevant trade syllabus (as per DGT)75 questions

Minimum Qualifying Marks35% for all categories

📌 Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer in both Part-A and Part-B.

📌 Part-A Qualifying: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC-NCL: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%

📌 Part-B Qualifying: 35% for all categories (mandatory to qualify)

📌 Shortlisting for CBAT: 8 times the vacancies (based on Part-A marks + qualifying Part-B)

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) – 8 tests

Test Batteries8 tests (Memory, Attention, Perceptual Speed, etc.)

DurationApprox. 90 minutes

Negative MarkingNone

Qualifying MarksMinimum T-score of 42 in each test separately

📌 Final Merit: 70% weightage to Part-A of CBT-2 + 30% weightage to CBAT scores

📌 Vision Certificate: Required at CBAT stage (Annexure-VIA format)

📚 Detailed Topic-Wise Syllabus (Click to Expand)

👇 Tap on any subject to see complete topic breakdown

🔢 Mathematics 20 Q (CBT-1) + 25 Q (CBT-2)

Number System

Number System – LCM, HCF, Divisibility rules
Decimals and Fractions – Simplification
BODMAS – Order of operations
Square roots and Cube roots
Surds and Indices – Basic rules

Arithmetic

Ratio and Proportion – Basic to advanced
Percentages – Profit-Loss, Discount
Average – Basic to advanced
Time and Work – Efficiency, Pipes and Cisterns
Time and Distance – Speed, Trains, Boats and Streams
Simple and Compound Interest

Advanced Topics

Mensuration – Area, Volume of 2D & 3D shapes
Algebra – Basic identities, Linear equations
Geometry – Angles, Triangles, Circles
Trigonometry – Basic ratios, Heights & Distances
Statistics – Mean, Median, Mode, Bar graphs
Calendar & Clock – Problems on dates, time
Elementary Probability

🧠 Mental Ability / General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 Q (CBT-1) + 25 Q (CBT-2)

Verbal Reasoning

Analogies – Semantic, symbolic
Classification – Odd one out
Series – Number, alphabet series
Coding-Decoding – Letter and number coding
Blood Relations – Family tree problems
Direction Sense – Distance and direction
Ranking & Ordering – Position based
Syllogism – Statements & Conclusions

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Mirror and Water Images
Paper Cutting and Folding
Figure Completion
Embedded Figures
Venn Diagrams
Pattern Completion
Figure Matrix

Analytical & Problem Solving

Data Interpretation – Tables, graphs
Data Sufficiency – Minimum data required
Mathematical Operations – Interchange of symbols
Critical Thinking – Statements and assumptions
Decision Making – Puzzles
Jumbling – Word arrangement

🔬 General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) 20 Q (CBT-1)

Physics (10th Standard)

Motion and Force – Newton’s laws, acceleration
Work, Energy, Power – Definitions, units
Light – Reflection, refraction, human eye
Sound – Production, propagation
Electricity – Current, circuits, Ohm’s law
Magnetism – Magnets, electromagnets
Heat – Temperature, specific heat
Modern Physics – Radioactivity, nuclear fission

Chemistry (10th Standard)

Matter – States, properties, changes
Atoms and Molecules – Structure, atomic number
Chemical Reactions – Types, balancing
Acids, Bases, and Salts – Properties, pH scale
Metals and Non-metals – Properties, uses
Carbon Compounds – Basics, hydrocarbons
Periodic Table – Groups, periods

Biology (10th Standard)

Cell – Structure, functions, cell division
Tissues – Plant and animal tissues
Human Body Systems – Digestive, respiratory, circulatory
Nutrition – Vitamins, minerals, deficiency diseases
Diseases – Communicable and non-communicable
Environment – Ecosystem, food chain
Genetics – Basic concepts

🌍 General Awareness & Current Affairs 10 Q (CBT-1)

Current Affairs (Last 6 Months)

National News – Government schemes, appointments
International News – Summits, agreements
Sports – Tournaments, winners, records
Awards & Honors – Nobel, Padma, Oscar
Science & Technology – ISRO, DRDO, missions
Defense & Security – Exercises, contracts

Static GK

Indian History – Freedom struggle, important dates
Indian Geography – Rivers, mountains, states
Indian Polity – Constitution, fundamental rights
Indian Economy – Basic concepts, GDP, inflation
Important Days – National & International
Books & Authors – Recent and classic

Railway & General Awareness

Indian Railways – Zones, headquarters, major projects
Flagship Schemes – Digital India, Swachh Bharat
Culture – Dances, festivals, heritage
Environment – Climate change, conservation

⚙️ Basic Science & Engineering 50 Q (CBT-2 Part-A) High Weightage

Engineering Drawing

Projections – Orthographic, isometric
Views – Front view, top view, side view
Drawing Instruments – Uses and applications
Lines – Types of lines (hidden, center, etc.)
Geometric figures – Circle, square, triangle
Symbolic Representation – Electrical, mechanical symbols

Basic Engineering Concepts

Units, Measurements – SI units, conversions
Mass, Weight and Density – Calculations
Work, Power and Energy – Definitions, formulas
Speed and Velocity – Average speed, relative velocity
Heat and Temperature – Thermometry, specific heat
Basic Electricity – Current, voltage, resistance
Levers and Simple Machines – Mechanical advantage

Safety & Environment

Occupational Safety and Health – PPE, safety signs
Environment Education – Pollution, conservation
IT Literacy – Basic computer knowledge
Materials Science – Metals, non-metals, alloys
Fasteners – Nuts, bolts, screws, rivets

🏥 Medical Standards for ALP (A-1 Standard)

⚠️ Very Important: ALP post has stringent medical standards. Candidates must ensure fitness.

ParameterRequirement

Distant Vision6/6, 6/6 without glasses with fogging test (must not accept +2D)

Near VisionSn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses

Colour VisionNormal (must pass tests for Colour Vision)

Binocular VisionNormal

Field of VisionNormal

Night VisionNormal

Mesopic VisionNormal

📌 Important Medical Instructions:

• Candidates who have undergone LASIK or any corrective eye surgery are NOT eligible for ALP post.
• Declaration in Annexure VI-B required during DV regarding no LASIK surgery.
• Vision Certificate (Annexure VI-A) required at CBAT stage.
• Ex-Servicemen medical standards as per Para 534 of IRMM Vol. I.

🎯 Selection Process (Click to Expand Details)

👇 Tap on any stage to see complete details

First Stage CBT (CBT-1) 75 Marks | 60 Min

📝 CBT-1 Details

Total Questions: 75
Total Marks: 75
Duration: 60 Minutes
Sections: Mathematics (20), Mental Ability (25), General Science (20), General Awareness (10)
Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted per wrong answer
Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%
Shortlisting for CBT-2: 15 times the vacancies (RRB-wise)
Note: CBT-1 marks not counted in final merit

Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) 175 Marks | 150 Min

📝 CBT-2 Details

Part-A: 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes – Mathematics, Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering
Part-B: 75 questions, 75 marks, 60 minutes – Trade-specific questions (qualifying only)
Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks in both parts
Part-A Qualifying: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%
Part-B Qualifying: 35% for all categories (mandatory)
Shortlisting for CBAT: 8 times the vacancies (based on Part-A marks)

Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) 8 Tests | No Negative Marking

🧠 CBAT Details

Number of Tests: 8 batteries (Memory, Attention, Perceptual Speed, etc.)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Languages: English and Hindi only
Negative Marking: None
Qualifying: Minimum T-score of 42 in each test separately
Vision Certificate: Annexure VI-A required at CBAT
Weightage: 70% Part-A of CBT-2 + 30% CBAT for final merit

Document Verification (DV) Final Stage

📋 Required Documents Checklist

📄 Educational Documents

10th Mark Sheet & Certificate
ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
Diploma/Degree Certificate (if applicable)
Consolidated Marksheet (all semesters)

🆔 Identity & Address Proof

Aadhar Card (original + photocopy)
PAN Card / Voter ID / Passport
Driving License
Bank Passbook with photograph

🔖 Category Certificates

Caste Certificate (SC/ST) – Annexure I format
OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (issued after 01/04/2024)
EWS Certificate (for FY 2024-25) – Annexure III
Ex-Servicemen Certificate – Annexure VIIA/VIIB
Minority Declaration (for fee waiver) – Annexure V
EBC Certificate (if claiming fee concession) – Annexure IV

📸 Other Important Documents

Passport size photographs (12 copies same as uploaded)
No Objection Certificate (if employed)
Vision Certificate (Annexure VI-A)
LASIK Declaration (Annexure VI-B)

⚠️ Note: All documents must be in original. Candidates failing to produce documents will be rejected.

Medical Examination A-1 Standard

🏥 Medical Examination

Conducted by Railway Medical Authorities
Must meet A-1 medical standards (6/6 vision without glasses)
No LASIK or corrective eye surgery allowed
One final Medical Appeal opportunity on payment of charges
Decision of Medical Board is final and binding

📊 Selection Process Summary

✍️ CBT-1 75 Marks (Screening)

✍️ CBT-2 Part-A 100 Marks (70% weightage)

✍️ CBT-2 Part-B 75 Marks (Qualifying 35%)

🧠 CBAT 8 Tests (30% weightage)

📋 Document Verification Original Documents

🏥 Medical Examination A-1 Standard

💳 Application Fee & Refund

CategoryFeeRefund (on appearing in CBT-1)

General / OBC / EWS₹500/-₹400/- (after deducting bank charges)

SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC*₹250/-₹400/- (after deducting bank charges)

📌 EBC (Economically Backward Class): Annual family income less than ₹50,000. Valid EBC certificate (Annexure IV), BPL card, or Izzat MST required.

📌 Minorities: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis (Annexure V affidavit required at DV).

📌 Refund: Credited to bank account provided in application. Must fill correct bank details.

📌 Mode of Payment: Online through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, UPI only.

⚠️ Important Instructions

✓ Single Application: Apply to only ONE RRB. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment.
✓ Photograph: Colour passport size (35mm x 45mm), white background, non-white dress, not older than 2 months.
✓ Signature: Must be in running handwriting (cursive), NOT in CAPITAL letters. Use black ink on white paper.
✓ Banned Items: Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, metallic items strictly prohibited.
✓ Modification Window: May 14-23, 2025 (₹250 per modification). Account details and chosen RRB cannot be changed.
✓ Free Travel: SC/ST candidates eligible for free sleeper class railway pass (with e-call letter and caste certificate).
✓ CBAT Preparation: Check RDSO website for sample tests: https://rdso.indianrailways.gov.in

📍 RRB Official Websites

Candidates can apply to any one RRB through their official website:

🔗 Important Links

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When will RRB ALP 2025 notification be released? +

Notification (CEN 01/2025) released on March 29, 2025. Application dates: April 12 to May 11, 2025.

Q2. How many vacancies for RRB ALP 2025? +

Total 9,970 vacancies across all RRBs (including 1,004 for Ex-Servicemen).

Q3. What is the educational qualification for RRB ALP? +

10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade OR 10th Pass + Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Automobile).

Q4. What is the age limit for RRB ALP? +

18 to 30 years as on 01/07/2025. Age relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years.

Q5. What is the selection process for RRB ALP? +

CBT-1 → CBT-2 (Part-A & Part-B) → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Examination.

Q6. Is there negative marking in RRB ALP exam? +

Yes, 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer in CBT-1 and CBT-2. No negative marking in CBAT.

Q7. What is the medical standard for ALP? +

A-1 standard: 6/6 vision without glasses, no LASIK surgery, normal colour vision, binocular vision, etc.

Q8. What is the application fee for RRB ALP? +

General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded), SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 (₹400 refunded).

Q9. Can I apply to multiple RRBs? +

No, you can apply to only ONE RRB. Multiple applications will lead to rejection and debarment.

Q10. What is the salary for RRB ALP? +

Pay Level-2: Initial Pay ₹19,900/- (7th CPC) plus allowances.

Q11. What is CBAT in RRB ALP selection? +

Computer Based Aptitude Test with 8 batteries. Minimum T-score of 42 required in each test.

Q12. Is LASIK surgery allowed for ALP? +

No, candidates who have undergone LASIK or any corrective eye surgery are NOT eligible.

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