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RRB ALP Recruitment 2024: Check Latest Updates, Eligibility, Vacancies & More

March 12, 2024

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RRB ALP examination is conducted annually for job openings of technicians or loco pilots. It is given throughout all of India’s railway zones and is managed by the Railway Recruitment Board. The entire nation contains several Railway Recruitment Boards. To select qualified applicants for each of the 21 Railway Recruitment Boards, the RRB ALP test is held. The test is available in Hindi, English, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Assamese, Tamil, Marathi, Manipuri, Telugu, Konkani, and Urdu, among more than 12 other languages.

RRB ALP

RRB ALP 2024 test candidates must be Indian citizens and their age must be between the ages of 18 and 28. Candidates, however, must, hold an engineering degree or diploma. The student’s mark sheet for the degree must be prefixed by their matriculation/ SSCL mark sheet. Along with completing the Physics and Math requirements for the 10+2 exam, they can also show confirmation of their apprenticeship training.

The RRB ALP examination 2024 is divided into three sections: Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3. Candidates for the ALP position must take all three examinations. Paper 1 and Paper 2 are mandatory but Paper 3 is only for Assistant Loco pilots.  Candidates who complete all phases are chosen for nationwide postings.

Latest updates from RRB ALP

  • The RRB ALP recruitment board released the tentative timeline for the exam on its website. The CBT 1 Exam is to be conducted in June/ August 2024. The CBT 2 Exam is to be conducted in September 2024. The aptitude test (CBAT) will be conducted in November 2024.
  • A brief notice about the educational requirements for the ALP recruitment has been released by the RRB. Applicants must possess a diploma or ITI after passing the tenth grade. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) administers the RRB ALP Exam to candidates seeking to fill the roles of Technicians and Assistant Loco Pilots.
  • On January 19, 2024, RRB announced its ALP notification for 2024. The online application period for qualified individuals will be open from 20th January – 19th February 2024. The goal of this recruiting drive is to fill 5696 Assistant Loco Pilots posts.

Notification RRB ALP 2024

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RRB ALP Exam 2024 Highlights

Refer to the tabular information mentioned below to get a lot of details regarding the RRB ALP Exam:

RRB ALP 2023 Exam Summary
OrganizationRailway Recruitment Board
Post NameAssistant Loco pilots(ALP)
Vacancy5696
Exam DateTo be announces
FrequencyAnnually
Application ModeOnline
Exam ModeOnline
Recruitment ProcessCBT I
CBT II
CBAT (Only for ALP)  
LanguageHindi, English, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Assamese, Tamil, Marathi, Manipuri, Telugu, Konkani, Urdu.
Age Limit18 to 28
SalaryRs 19,900 to Rs 35,000
Official websitehttps://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/

RRB ALP Important Dates

Important eventsDate
RRB ALP Notification 202419th January 2024
Registration Start20th January 2024
Registration Ends19th February 2024
Admit Card releaseTo be notified
Exam DateCBT 1- June /August 2024 (Tentative dates)
CBT 2- September 2024 (Tentative dates)
CBAT – November 2024
Document verificationNovember/ December 2024

RRB ALP Vacancies

The estimated number of openings for RRB ALP 2024 is 5696. Candidates are asked to check the most recent information on openings may be found by visiting the RRB’s official website.

RRBZoneURSCSTOBCEWSTotalEXSM
AhmedabadWR953717652423824
AjmerNWR863213722522822
BangaloreSWR18672351275347347
BhopalWCR145251921921922
WR3550187657
BhubaneshwarECoR1044251651828028
BilaspurCR57013441012412
SECR483179893221191192119
ChandigarhNR 4224126666
ChennaiSR573315291414815
GorakhpurNER1873114434
GuwahatiNFR2694176626
Jammu-SrinagarNR1563114394
KolkataER1553719232025426
SER301123207919
MaldaER671920253016116
SER2384156566
MumbaiSCR104273263
WR41168301511011
CR1795837954241141
MuzaffarpurECR1553114384
PatnaECR1563104384
PrayagrajNCR1631310272824125
NR2173122455
RanchiSER16313103816115316
SecunderabadECoR803015542019920
SCR22885401515555956
SiliguriNFR27105187677
ThiruvananthapuramSR39141412707
Total249980448213515605696572

RRB ALP Eligibility

Age

The applicants must meet the board-established RRB ALP age requirements. Candidates are eligible for the position if they are between the ages of 18 and 28. The following is the RRB ALP Age Limit:

AgeAge in Years
Minimum age18
Maximum age28
CommunityAge Relaxation in Upper Age Limit/Maximum Upper Age
SC/ST candidates5 Years
OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates3 Years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and Erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes in Railways who have put in a minimum of 3 years service (continuous or in broken spells) of UR CategoryUp to the extent of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) UR10 Years
PWD OBC Non-Creamy Layer13 Years
PWD SC/ST15 Years
Candidates have ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.19895 Years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and Erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes in Railways who have put in a minimum of 3 years service (continuous or in broken spells) of OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) Category40 years of Age
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and Erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes in Railways who have put in a minimum of 3 years service (continuous or in broken spells) of SC/ST Category43 years of Age
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried of UR Category45 years of age
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies and InstitutesUp to the length of service rendered (or) 5 Years, whichever is lower.
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried of OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) Category35 years of age
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried of SC/ST Category38 years of age
Course Completed Act Apprentices applying for the posts for which the minimum qualification is ITI/Course Completed Act Apprenticeship.40 years of age
Course Completed Act Apprentices applying for the posts for which minimum qualification is ITI/Course Completed Act Apprenticeship.Shall be relaxed to the extent of Apprentice Training undergone by them under the Apprentice Act 1961.
Candidates who are Course Completed Act Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act before attaining the age of 25 years of UR Category35 years of age
Candidates who are Course Completed Act Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act before attaining the age of 25 years of OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) Category38 years of age
Candidates who are Course Completed Act Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act before attaining the age of 25 years of SC/ST Category40 years of age

Qualification

The following are the educational requirements for the RRB ALP position:

DesignationDepartmentQualification
Assistant Loco PilotElectricalHigh school  with ITI from recognized institutions, OR High school with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (OR) 3 years diploma in either Mechanical, electrical, electronics or Automobile Engineering
Assistant Loco PilotMechanicalHigh school with ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT (OR) High school with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (OR) 3 years diploma in either Mechanical, electrical, electronics or Automobile Engineering

Nationality

A candidate must fit one of the following categories:

  1. An Indian citizen
  2. A subject of Nepal
  3. A subject of Bhutan
  4. An Indian citizen who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, the East African nations of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam.
  5.   A Tibetan refugee who crossed the border of India before January 1, 1962.

Candidates who fall under categories (2), (3), (4), and (5) above must possess a certificate of eligibility from the Indian government, which must be shown during document verification to avoid having their application denied.

RRB ALP Application Process

The three primary parts of the RRB ALP 2024 registration procedure are online registration, application form completion, document upload, and fee payment.

Documents needed for Submitting an RRB ALP 2024 Application

  • A 12-digit Aadhaar Card Number is required.
  • Valid email address and cellphone number.
  • scanned copies of the candidate’s picture and signature.
  • Caste certificate for SC/ ST category scanned.
  • Information about the modified online payment system.

Application fees

 Application fee for various categories is shown below in tabular form:

CategoryApplication Fee
General (Male)INR 500
OBC, ST, SC/ Ex-Serviceman/PWD (Male)INR 250
OBC, ST, General, SC/Ex-Serviceman/PWD (Female/Transgender)INR 250

Application Steps

Step-by-step instructions for filling out the application for the 2024 Loco Pilot Recruitment are given below:

Step 1: Registration

  • To start the online registration procedure, go to the official regional webpage and click the ‘Apply Now’ option.
  • Candidates will need to submit their name, birthdate, cell phone number, email address, and category information. ‘Submit’ should be clicked.
  • For the RRB Online Registration to be activated, the candidates’ provided Email Addresses and Mobile Numbers will be verified.
  • Each applicant will receive an RRB Registration Number upon successful validation; this number has to be properly recorded.

Step 2: Filling Application Form

  • Participants must then complete the application form.
  • They need to complete the personal information, qualification information, position preferences, and scribe information forms. Additionally, candidates must choose their preferred exam language.
  • Following that, participants should upload scanned copies of their most recent passport-sized picture, signature, and caste certificate according to the requirements listed below.
ImageDimensionsSize of file (max)
Photograph3.5 cm x 3.5 cm.jpg/ .jpeg20- 50 KB
Signature3.5 cm x 3.5 cm.jpg/ .jpeg20 – 50 KB
Caste Certificate.jpg/ .jpeg50- 100 KB

Step 3: Fees Payment

  • Each candidate is required to pay the RRB ALP 2024 non-refundable application costs.
  • They can use a debit/credit card, net banking, or other online payment method to pay the costs.
  • SBI e-Challan and Post Office Challan are two methods for offline fee payment.
  • On the bank page, candidates must input the required payment information and preserve a copy of the transaction receipt.
  • Participants must carefully review the application form and correct any errors made when filling it out after completing the aforementioned stages.
  • The RRB ALP applications will create a confirmation page, which you should print off for contact in the future.

RRB ALP Admit Card

The admit cards have not yet been released. On the regional RRB website, you may find the RRB ALP 2024 examination admission card. The admission card cannot be mailed to candidates, they must download it from their website.

Here’s how to get the admit card download page.

  • Step 1: Visit the RRB’s regional website.
  • Step 2: Locate the “Admit Card” section on the webpage and click on it.
  • Step 3: Enter the username and password precisely as prompted.
  • Step 4: Download the displayed admission card.
  • Step 5: Create a soft copy on your computer and print a hard copy for the exam.

Exam Centre Details

Below are details on RRB ALP examination locations, applications may choose any of the locations mentioned:

List of Exam Centres
Andaman & NicobarHaryanaMizoram
Andhra PradeshHimachal PradeshNagaland
Arunachal PradeshJammu and KashmirOdisha
AssamJharkhandPunjab
BiharKarnatakaRajasthan
ChandigarhKeralaSikkim
ChhattisgarhMadhya PradeshTamil Nadu
Delhi/NCRMaharashtraTelangana
GoaManipurTripura
GujaratMeghalayaUttar Pradesh
West Bengal

RRB ALP Exam Pattern

Three phases and four processes constitute the RRB ALP selection procedure. The three stages are as follows:

Stage 1 Exam Pattern

Below is a summary of all the key points from the ALP Exam Pattern  for candidates taking the RRB ALP 2024 examination:

ExamHighlights
Exam modeOnline mode
Number of papersOnce a year
Number of questions120
Number of sections6
Question paper typeObjective type
Total marks in CBT Stage 175
Total marks in CBT Stage 2175
Exam languageEnglish
Marking scheme1 mark per question
Negative marking1/3 marks in every wrong answer

There are four selection methods included in the most recent RRB ALP Exam Pattern, including:

  • RRB ALP CBT Stage 1
  • RRB ALP CBT Stage 1
  • Computer-Based Aptitude Test (AT) for RRB ALP.
  • Verification of Documents and  appointment of Candidates

Exam Pattern for CBT 1

The RRB ALP CBT Stage 1 exam will be administered online to select applicants for CBT Stage 2. This test is just for screening purposes. The table below elaborates on Loco Pilot Pattern 2024:

DivisionsNumber of QuestionsNumber of Marks
Arithmetic2020
Reasoning2525
General Awareness1010
General Science2020
Total7575

The exam lasts one hour, and for each incorrect answer, the one-third mark will be deducted from the total score.

Exam Pattern for CBT 2

The CBT Stage 2 is divided into two sections, Part A and Part B, which are both held on the same day. Part B, on the other hand, is simply qualifying in nature. The following information relates to the RRB ALP Examination Pattern for CBT Stage 2:

Part A/SectionsTotal Questions
Basic Science and Engineering40
Mathematics25
General Intelligence and Reasoning25
General Knowledge and Current Affairs10
Part B/Sections
Test of Relevant Trade75
Total175

Candidates will receive one point for each right answer, but 0.33 points will be deducted for each wrong attempt.

RRB ALP Syllabus

The RRB ALP 2024 test syllabus is divided into six divisions, and applicants must have finished ITI authorised by NCVT / SCVT OR B.Tech (except for CSE & Civil streams) or Diploma. The syllabus is divided into distinct portions, which are stated below:

RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus

The detailed syllabus for CBT 1 is mentioned below:

RRB ALP syllabusTopics
MathsAge Calculations, Elementary Statistics, BODMAS, Time and Distance, Decimals, Algebra, Mensuration, Square Root, Ratio and Proportion, Simple and Compound Interest, Fractions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Profit and Loss, Time and Work, Number system, LCM, HCF, Percentages, Calendar & Clock, etc.
Reasoning and General Intelligence Conclusions and Decision Making, Analogies, Maths operations, Relationships, Analytical reasoning, Similarities and Differences, Classification, Alphabetical and Number Series, Assumptions, Coding and Decoding etc.
General SciencePhysics, Chemistry and Life Sciences till 10th standard.
General awareness & current affairsCulture, Personalities, Science & Technology, Sports, and Economics, Politics.

RRB ALP CBT 2 Syllabus

The detailed syllabus for CBT 2 is mentioned below:

RRB ALP SyllabusTopics
MathsMensuration, Fractions, Percentages, BODMAS, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Number system, Time and Work, Decimals, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, etc.
Reasoning and General IntelligenceConclusions and Decision Making Mathematical operations, Alphabetical and Number Series, Analogies, Coding and Decoding, Directions, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc.
Basic Science & EngineeringMass Weight and Density, Speed and Velocity, Units, Basic Electricity, Work Power and Energy, Heat and Temperature, Measurements, Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering Drawing, Levers and Simple Machines, Environment Education, IT Literacy etc.
Current Affairs and General AwarenessEconomics, Sports, Culture, Science & Technology, Personalities, and Politics.
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RRB ALP Result and Cutoffs

The RRB ALP result will be made accessible when the test is complete. RRB results for various tests are announced on the Railway Recruitment Boards’ (RRBs’) official website. The RRB ALP 2024 test applicants will be contacted for an interview round as well as a document verification procedure.

After three to four months from the exam, a date will be set for the RRB ALP document verification. The results of the ALP Loco Pilot will be released shortly after the deadline. For candidates to advance to the next phase, they must receive the minimum score marks.

Steps to check the result:

Candidates may check the RRB ALP exam results by following these steps:

  • Visit RRB’s website for further information.
  • Select the News & Recruitment tab from the website’s navigation bar.
  • Additionally, choose the Railway Recruitment Board.
  • Select the desired RRB official website.
  • Click on the Result tab.
  • A new page will be shown to the students.
  • Search and choose the ALP Result link.
  • The outcome will be presented to you in PDF format on the screen when you click the link. Students can download the results and print them out for later use.

RRB ALP Scorecard Details

The scorecard includes details about the grades pupils receive on an admission exam. At the moment of admission, it plays a crucial role. Students must safeguard it until the admissions process is complete. Before downloading the scorecard, students must carefully review all the information on it.

The scorecard contains the following details:

  • Candidates Name
  • Registration Number
  • Application Number
  • Category
  • Overall Rank
  • Total Percentile

RRB ALP Cutoffs 2024

The only way to get the RRB ALP merit list online is to go to the official website. Soon after the results are announced, they will be made public. Students whose names appear on the merit list will get a counselling call.

RRB ALP 2022 cut-off CBT 1

Candidates are chosen for CBT II based on their CBT I score. For the applicants in each category, the required minimum percentage for the RRB ALP CBT I is:

CategoriesCut Off Percentage
General40%
OBC30%
SC30%
ST25%

RRB ALP 2022 cut-off CBT 2

The applicants’ exam scores are used to determine who will be shortlisted for the CBT II RRB ALP exam.  The RRB ALP CBT II minimum qualifying score is:

CategoriesCut-off Percentage
General40%
OBC/SC30%
ST25%

How to check cut-off marks?

To find the RRB ALP Cut Off 2024, candidates taking the RRB ALP 2024 examination must follow the instructions below.

  • Visit the RRB’s official website or one of its regional counterparts.
  • Find the link to the RRB ALP scorecard on the front page.
  • After being sent to the login page, provide the requested information.
  • The screen will display the RRB ALP cut-off scores.

For more information, see the ALP cut-off scores and download the RRB ALP Cut-Off Zone Wise PDf.

RRB ARP Salary Structure

RRB ALP Salary Structure

Assistant Loco Pilot Salaries range from Rs 19,900 (before HRA, DA, etc.) to Rs 35,000. The table below includes the following salary information for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot:

ComponentsRRB ALP Salary
Grade Pay1900
Pay scaleRs 19,900
Assistant Loco Pilot Salary (allowances included)Rs 35,000 (average)

Allowances:

The Indian Railways offers a variety of perks to all personnel chosen for various positions in addition to the lucrative Loco Pilot Pay Scale. A lengthy list of allowances is provided. Here, some significant benefits that make up a sizeable portion of the compensation are listed below:

  • HRA 
  • Dearness Compensation
  • Transport Compensation
  • Running Allowance (based on distance travelled)
  • Employees and their relatives are given free medical treatment at designated railroads and hospitals.
  • Free train tickets are available to family members on specific lines, and many more.

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FAQs

Q1. What’s the RRB ALP 2024 examination Pattern?

Answer: In the First 2 CBTs questions are going to be asked in the MCQ format. The third stage is RRB ALP & Technician CBAT, wherever candidates are going to be given 5 test batteries.

Q2. Is it necessary to provide the CBAT exam for all posts in RRB ALP?

Answer: In the RRB ALP & Technician 2021 exam, candidates who have applied for the assistant loco pilot (ALP) and cleared the second stage to take the CBAT exam. Candidates applying for the technician post solely don’t get to take the CBAT exam.

Q3. Are RRB ALP exam results released individually for all the stages?

Answer: Yes, RRB ALP & Technician results are declared individually for various stages.

Q4. When will the RRB mount first stage CBT be conducted?

Answer: The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot accomplishment first stage of CBT has been made available by the authorities.