RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2025 Recruitment Details

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the update regarding the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2025 recruitment. This massive recruitment drive aims to fill 9970 vacancies across various railway zones in India. Candidates who appeared for the computer-based examination held between February 13th and 18th, 2026, can now access the answer key and objection link starting March 20th, 2026. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates holding ITI certificates, Engineering Diplomas, or B.E./B.Tech degrees in relevant disciplines like Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics.

The selection process for RRB ALP involves multiple stages, including CBT 1, CBT 2, Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Applicants were required to be between 18 to 30 years of age. One of the highlights of this recruitment is the partial application fee refund policy; General, OBC, and EWS candidates receive a refund of ₹400 after appearing in the Stage I exam, while SC, ST, and Female candidates receive a full refund of ₹250. Candidates are advised to download their response sheets and raise objections against any discrepancies within the stipulated timeline provided by the board.

Eligibility criteria are quite specific, requiring a 10th-grade pass along with ITI from NCVT/SCVT in trades such as Fitter, Electrician, or Diesel Mechanic. Alternatively, a 3-year Diploma or a 4-year Engineering degree is also acceptable. Ensure you keep your login credentials ready to check the exam city and download the admit card, which is typically available four days before the scheduled exam date.