The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the examination dates for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 2025 Computer-Based Tests (CBT). These examinations for the RRB ALP 2025 recruitment will be conducted over three days, from February 16 to 18, 2025 .
Prospective candidates should note important upcoming dates for accessing exam-related information. The RRB ALP exam city slip, which informs candidates of their test location, will be made live 10 days before their individual examination date. Concurrently, the downloading of travel authority for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates will also be activated. These essential documents will be accessible on the official websites of all respective RRBs.
Further, the admit card for the RRB ALP 2025 examination will become available for download four days prior to the individual candidate’s assigned exam date, as specified on their city slip. This allows candidates sufficient time to make final preparations.
The current recruitment drive for Assistant Loco Pilot positions seeks to fill a significant number of vacancies across the Indian Railways. A total of 9,970 vacancies have been announced under this RRB ALP 2025 recruitment initiative.
Mandatory Exam Day Requirements
Candidates preparing for the RRB ALP 2025 exam must adhere to specific instructions concerning their identification and registration. It is mandatory for all candidates to ensure their Aadhaar account remains unlocked within the UIDAI system. This step is critical before arriving at the exam center.
An unlocked Aadhaar account facilitates smooth registration and other exam-related processes at the venue, preventing potential delays or inconveniences. According to the official RRB notice, candidates are also strictly required to bring the exact photo identity document they specified in their original application form. This document must be presented in its original physical format. Entry to the examination center will be denied to any candidate failing to produce the correct original photo identification.
RRB ALP 2025 Selection Process and Syllabus
The selection process for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) role is structured into three distinct and progressive stages. These stages include the First Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-I), the Second Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-II), and a final Computer-Based Aptitude Test. Each stage evaluates specific knowledge and skills essential for the position. The comprehensive syllabus for each of these stages in the RRB ALP 2025 examination is detailed below.
First Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-I)
The CBT-I serves as an initial screening test. It assesses general knowledge and fundamental aptitude. This stage comprises questions from four primary subject areas.
| Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 75 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | |
| General Science | |
| General Awareness |
Second Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-II)
Candidates who successfully clear the CBT-I will proceed to the CBT-II. This stage is more comprehensive and is divided into two compulsory parts: Part A and Part B. Part A focuses on general engineering and reasoning, while Part B tests trade-specific knowledge.
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Mathematics | 100 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | ||
| Basic Science and Engineering | ||
| General Awareness | ||
| Part B | Relevant Trade Syllabus | 75 |
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
The final stage of the selection process for Assistant Loco Pilot is the Computer Based Aptitude Test. This test is designed to evaluate a candidate’s cognitive and psychological fitness for operational roles within the railway system. The CBAT includes several specific tests.
- Memory Test
- Follow Directions Test
- Depth Perception Test
- Concentration Test
- Perceptual Speed Test