The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment Exam to fill thousands of vacancies across different railway zones in India. After the completion of the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), candidates eagerly wait for the RRB ALP Cut Off 2025, which determines their chances of moving forward in the selection process.
The cut off marks play a crucial role in shortlisting candidates for document verification and final appointment. In this article, we will cover the RRB ALP Cut Off 2025 (expected and previous years), zone-wise cut off details
π RRB ALP Cut Off 2025 β Key Highlights
Exam Name: RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
Conducting Authority: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Stages of Exam: CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT (for shortlisted candidates)
Category: Cut Off Marks
Cut Off Release Mode: Online at respective RRB zone websites
Official Website: www.indianrailways.gov.in
π‘ What is RRB ALP Cut Off?
The RRB ALP cut off is the minimum qualifying mark required by candidates to move ahead in the recruitment process. It is decided zone-wise and category-wise (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS).
The cut off is influenced by factors such as:
Number of vacancies in a zone
Difficulty level of the exam
Number of candidates appearing
Previous year cut off trends
π RRB ALP Cut Off 2025 β Expected
Based on the exam difficulty level and previous year analysis, the expected cut off marks for CBAT 2025 are as follows:
| Category | Expected Cut Off (CBAT 2025) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 72 β 78 |
| OBC | 68 β 74 |
| SC | 62 β 68 |
| ST | 55 β 62 |
| EWS | 65 β 70 |
π These are expected ranges. The official cut off may vary zone-wise.
π Zone-Wise RRB ALP Cut Off 2025
The RRB ALP cut off is declared separately by each RRB zone. Candidates must check the cut off for the zone they applied in.
Some of the major zones are:
RRB Ahmedabad
UR: 76 β 78
OBC: 72 β 74
SC: 66 β 68
ST: 60 β 62
RRB Ajmer
UR: 74 β 76
OBC: 70 β 72
SC: 65 β 67
ST: 58 β 60
RRB Allahabad (Prayagraj)
UR: 77 β 79
OBC: 72 β 74
SC: 66 β 68
ST: 60 β 62
RRB Chennai
UR: 73 β 75
OBC: 69 β 71
SC: 63 β 65
ST: 57 β 59
RRB Secunderabad
UR: 75 β 77
OBC: 71 β 73
SC: 64 β 66
ST: 59 β 61
RRB Kolkata
UR: 74 β 76
OBC: 70 β 72
SC: 64 β 66
ST: 58 β 60
π Candidates should regularly check their respective RRB zone website for official cut off updates.
π How to Check RRB ALP Cut Off 2025?
Once released, candidates can check their cut off marks by following these steps:
Visit the official RRB zone website you applied for.
Click on the βRRB ALP Cut Off 2025β link available on the homepage.
A PDF file will open containing zone-wise and category-wise cut off.
Download and save the PDF for reference.
Compare your marks with the cut off to check eligibility for the next stage.
π Direct PDF link will also be updated on the official Indian Railways portal.
π Previous Year RRB ALP Cut Off Trends
To understand cut off variations, letβs look at previous year RRB ALP cut offs (CBAT stage):
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 76.5 | 72.0 | 66.5 | 59.5 |
| 2019 | 75.8 | 71.2 | 65.7 | 58.4 |
| 2020 | 77.0 | 72.5 | 66.8 | 60.0 |
π The cut off remains mostly in the range of 72β78 for UR category, while it is lower for reserved categories.
π Importance of Cut Off in RRB ALP Selection
Acts as a screening benchmark for document verification.
Ensures fair shortlisting based on merit and category reservation.
Helps candidates analyze their performance and estimate selection chances.
Provides a roadmap for future aspirants to prepare better.
β Conclusion
The RRB ALP Cut Off 2025 will soon be released zone-wise after the CBAT results are declared. Candidates must keep track of the official websites of their respective RRBs to download the cut off PDF.
With thousands of aspirants competing for limited vacancies, scoring above the cut off is crucial. Based on the expected cut off trends, candidates in the UR category should aim for 75+ marks, while reserved category candidates should ensure they clear the safe zone in their respective categories.
π Keep visiting the official RRB portals and stay updated with the latest cut off announcements, result links, and document verification schedules.
