What are the selection criteria for Assistant Loco Pilots in RRB Recruitment 2024?

The Indian Railways is one of the largest employers in the world, playing a crucial role in the nation's transportation network. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) announces vacancies yearly, providing numerous employment opportunities across different sectors. Among these, the position of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) is highly coveted due to its significance in ensuring the smooth operation of trains. The RRB Recruitment 2024 has opened up numerous vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilots, offering a promising career path for aspiring candidates. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, and other essential details for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2024.

Table of Content

Eligibility Criteria
Number of Vacancies
Last Year Cutoff
Current Year Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Expected Cutoff
How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria:  To be eligible for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot in the Indian Railways, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Nationality:  Candidates must be citizens of India.
Age Limit:  The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Educational Qualification:  Candidates must have completed their Matriculation/SSLC along with an ITI certification from a recognized institution in relevant trades. Alternatively, candidates with a Diploma in Engineering in the relevant field can also apply.
Medical Standards:  Candidates must meet the medical standards set by the Indian Railways, including vision and physical fitness.

Number of Vacancies
The number of vacancies for the Assistant Loco Pilot position in 2024 has been distributed region-wise as follows:
 

REGION	NO.of VACANCIES
Northern Zone	1200
Southern Zone	1000
Eastern Zone	900
Western Zone	800
Central Zone	700
North Eastern Zone	600
South Western Zone	500
Total	5700

Last Year Cutoff
The cutoff marks for the Assistant Loco Pilot exam in the previous year (2023) were as follows:
General Category: 55%
OBC Category: 50%
SC/ST Category: 45%
PWD Category: 40%

Current Year Syllabus
The syllabus for the Assistant Loco Pilot exam in 2024 includes the following subjects:
Mathematics:  Number systems, BODMAS, decimals and fractions, LCM and HCF, ratio and proportion, percentages, mensuration, time and work, time and distance, simple and compound interest, profit and loss, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
General Intelligence and Reasoning:  Analogies, coding and decoding, series, syllogism, jumbling, Venn diagrams, data interpretation and sufficiency, conclusions and decision making, similarities and differences, relationships, analytical reasoning, classification, directions, and statement arguments.
General Science:  Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, and Earth Sciences as per the 10th standard CBSE syllabus.
General Awareness:  Current affairs, general knowledge, Indian geography, history, culture, Indian polity, and constitution, environmental issues concerning India and the world, and sports.
Technical Subjects:  Relevant to the trade chosen by the candidate, such as Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, and Automobile Engineering concepts.

Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for the Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment consists of the following stages:
First Stage CBT (Computer-Based Test):
Duration: 60 minutes
Number of Questions: 75
Subjects:  Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness
Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each incorrect answer
Second Stage CBT:
Part A:
Duration: 90 minutes
Number of Questions: 100
Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Basic Science and Engineering, and General Awareness
Part B:
Duration: 60 minutes
Number of Questions: 75
Subject: Relevant trade
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT):
Applicable only for candidates who have opted for ALP.
No negative marking.
Document Verification and Medical Examination:
Candidates who qualify in the above stages will be called for document verification and medical examination.
Expected Cutoff
The expected cutoff marks for the Assistant Loco Pilot exam in 2024 are anticipated to be:
General Category: 60%
OBC Category: 55%
SC/ST Category: 50%
PWD Category: 45%

How to Apply
Candidates can apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot position through the official Indian Railways website. Here are the steps:
Registration:  Visit the official website and register with basic details to get a unique registration ID and password.
Application Form:  Log in with the registration ID and password to fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, including photographs and signatures.
Application Fee:  Pay the application fee through online modes such as credit/debit card or net banking.
Submit Application:  Review the filled application form and submit it. Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.



  The Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment in 2024 offers a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the esteemed Indian Railways. With a clear understanding of the eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam pattern, and application process, candidates can strategically prepare to secure their positions. It is crucial to stay updated with official notifications and follow a disciplined study plan to succeed in this competitive exam. 

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