Introduction: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to conduct the RRB ALP Exam, an opportunity for aspiring candidates to join as Assistant Loco Pilots and Technicians. If you hold a Matriculation / SSLC pass certificate and are aged between 18 and 28 years, this is your chance to embark on a promising career in the railways. Read on to discover all the essential details about RRB ALP Recruitment 2023, including the selection process, exam pattern, crucial dates, eligibility criteria, and more.
RRB ALP 2023 Notification: Keep an eye out for the official RRB ALP Notification PDF which will announce various vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilots and Technicians. Before applying, make sure to peruse the detailed advertisement for the RRB ALP 2023 Exam thoroughly. Once the notification is released on www.indianrailways.gov.in, we\’ll promptly provide the direct link.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2023 – Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Posts Name | Assistant Loco Pilots and Technicians |
| Vacancies | To be notified |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration | To be notified |
| Selection Process | CBT I, CBT II, CBAT (Only for ALP) |
| Salary | Rs.19,900/- |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/ |
RRB ALP Recruitment 2023 – Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
| RRB ALP 2023 Notification | — |
| Starting Date of Online Application | — |
| Last Date of Online Application | — |
| Last Date of Payment of Fees | — |
| RRB ALP Admit Card Download Date | — |
| RRB ALP Exam Date | — |
| RRB ALP Result Date | — |
RRB ALP Vacancy 2023
In the year 2018, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) opened doors to 64,371 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilots and various Technician posts. This year, we anticipate an equally substantial number of RRB ALP Vacancies, which will be disclosed upon the release of the RRB ALP Notification 2023.
RRB ALP 2018 Vacancy (Post-wise)
| Post/ Category | Vacancy |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 27,795 |
| Various posts of Technicians | 36,576 |
| Total | 64,371 |
| RRB ALP 2018 Region-wise Vacancies | |
| RRB Regions | Vacancies |
| Ahmedabad | 1227 |
| Ajmer | 3086 |
| Allahabad | 7482 |
| Bengaluru | 3479 |
| Bhopal | 2947 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 2672 |
| Bilaspur | 2398 |
| Chandigarh | 4476 |
| Chennai | 3821 |
| Gorakhpur | 3445 |
| Guwahati | 1215 |
| Jammu Srinagar | 983 |
| Kolkata | 5527 |
| Malda | 1856 |
| Mumbai | 5754 |
| Muzaffarpur | 1139 |
| Patna | 1283 |
| Ranchi | 4281 |
| Secundrabad | 5817 |
| Siliguri | 875 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 608 |
| Total | 64371 |
RRB ALP 2023 Application Process
To register for RRB ALP & Technician Recruitment 2023, candidates need to complete the online application form. The specific dates for online registration will be announced along with the RRB ALP Notification 2023. It is imperative to submit the fully filled application well before the last date.
RRB ALP 2023 Application Fee
While filling out the RRB ALP application form, candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of the application.
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class. (Fee to be refunded after First Stage CBT) | Rs. 250 |
| Others | Rs. 500 |
Steps to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2023
- Visit the official RRB website and navigate to the dedicated RRB ALP & Technician 2023 Notification page at https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/other-rrb.php.
- Click on the notification for RRB ALP & Technician 2023.
- Register with the necessary personal details.
- Fill in your basic information including your name, parent’s name, contact details, email ID, etc.
- Upon submission, an OTP will be sent to you. Verify it.
- After OTP validation, use the received login credentials.
- Log in and provide the required application details.
- Pay the prescribed application fee as indicated by the board.
- Download a copy of the RRB ALP application and keep a hard copy for future reference.
Scanned Documents Required in JPEG Format
To expedite the application process, candidates should have the following documents ready in digital format before accessing the application page:
- Candidate Photograph (in color): JPEG image, 15 to 40 KB
- SC/ST Certificate (for candidates seeking free travel pass): JPEG image, 50 to 100 KB
- Scribe Photograph (where applicable): JPEG image, 15 to 40 KB
RRB ALP 2023 Eligibility Criteria
RRB ALP Educational Qualification: Candidates applying for RRB ALP and RRB Technician posts must meet the following minimum educational qualifications:
- For RRB Assistant Loco Pilot
- Matriculation / SSLC, ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions in specified trades, or
- Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades, or
- 3 years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering, or
- Degree in relevant Engineering disciplines.
- For RRB Technician
- Matriculation / SSLC, ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions in the relevant trade, or
- Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade.
RRB ALP Age Limit
Applicants for RRB ALP and Technician posts must fall within the specified age range:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
RRB ALP Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (more than 6 months of service after attestation) | Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years |
| PWD | 10 years + relaxation for the respective category |
| Candidates ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | 5 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 of service (continuous or in broken spells) | 40 years of age (UR) 43 years of age (OBC-NCL) 45 years of age (SC/ST) |
| Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization such as Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies and Institutes | Up to the length of service rendered (or) 5 Years, whichever is lower |
| Women candidates who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from husbands but not remarried. | 35 years of age (UR) 38 years of age (OBC-NCL) 40 years of age (SC/ST) |
| Candidates who are Course Completed Act Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act before attaining the age of 25 years | 35 years of age (UR) 38 years of age (OBC-NCL) 40 years of age (SC/ST) |
RRB ALP Recruitment 2023 Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on the RRB ALP Recruitment 2023 Selection Process, which includes stages like Computer-Based Tests (CBT), Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), and Document Verification.
RRB ALP 2023 Recruitment Salary
Selected candidates will be placed at Level 2 of the Pay Matrix, with an initial pay scale of INR 19,900, along with additional allowances like HRA, DA, Running Allowance, Transport Allowance, and New Pension Scheme deductions.
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Frequently Asked Questions – RRB ALP 2023
1. Q: What is the application fee for RRB ALP 2023?
A: The application fee for RRB ALP 2023 varies based on the category. For candidates belonging to SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class, the fee is Rs. 250. For others, it is Rs. 500.
2. Q: What documents do I need to keep ready before filling out the RRB ALP 2023 application?
A: To expedite the application process, candidates should have scanned documents in JPEG format, including a coloured photograph (15 to 40 KB), SC/ST Certificate (50 to 100 KB, if applicable), and scribe photograph (15 to 40 KB, where applicable).
3. Q: What are the educational qualifications required for RRB ALP and Technician posts?
A: For RRB Assistant Loco Pilot, candidates should have Matriculation/SSLC, ITI, or relevant Diploma/Degree. For RRB Technician, Matriculation/SSLC with ITI or relevant apprenticeship is required.
4. Q: What is the age limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2023?
A: The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 28 years for RRB ALP and Technician posts.
5. Q: Are there any relaxations in the upper age limit for certain categories?
A: Yes, there are age relaxations for categories like SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, PWD, and others. Detailed information can be found in the eligibility criteria.