RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2025: Complete Guide
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the notification for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) in 2025. A total of 9900 vacancies are available for the post, and the eligibility criteria are crucial for applicants to understand before applying. Below is a detailed breakdown of the eligibility criteria for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025.
1. Age Limit for RRB ALP 2025
Candidates must fall within the specified age range to be eligible for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot. The age criteria are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Age Relaxations
| Category | Age Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) | 3 years (after deduction of service length) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC & NCL) | 6 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) | 8 years |
| PWD (UR) | 10 years |
| PWD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PWD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Jammu & Kashmir Domicile (01.01.1980 – 31.12.1989) | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ Railway Staff | Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST) |
| Widowed/Divorced Women (UR) | 35 years |
| Widowed/Divorced Women (OBC) | 38 years |
| Widowed/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | 40 years |
| Course Completed Act Apprentices | Relaxation based on apprenticeship period |
2. Educational Qualification for RRB ALP 2025
To apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot post, candidates must meet the following educational requirements:
Electrical Stream:
- Matriculation (10th) + ITI from recognized institutions (NCVT/SCVT) OR
- Matriculation (10th) + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship OR
- 3 years Diploma in Electrical Engineering OR
- A combination of various streams in engineering from a recognized institution.
Mechanical Stream:
- Matriculation (10th) + ITI from recognized institutions (NCVT/SCVT) OR
- Matriculation (10th) + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship OR
- 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering OR
- A combination of various streams in engineering from a recognized institution.
3. Nationality Criteria for RRB ALP 2025
Candidates must be one of the following:
- A citizen of India.
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently in India.
- A person of Indian origin who has permanently settled in India after migrating from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, and certain other regions.
- Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan are also eligible to apply.
4. Medical Standards for RRB ALP 2025
Candidates applying for the RRB ALP position must meet the medical standards as per the category they fall under. The detailed medical standards for the post are as follows:
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Visual Acuity |
|---|---|---|
| A-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/6, 6/6 (without glasses), Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 (without glasses) |
| B-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power not to exceed 4D) |
| B-2 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (lens power not to exceed 4D) |
| C-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 (with or without glasses) |
5. RRB ALP Recruitment 2025: Important Points
- Total Vacancies: 9900
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Educational Qualifications: Matriculation + ITI or relevant diploma.
- Nationality: Indian citizens and specific categories of migrants.
- Medical Standards: Must meet the physical fitness and visual acuity requirements.
Candidates are advised to thoroughly read the official notification and ensure they meet all the eligibility criteria before applying for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025.