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🟠Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2024🟠

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially unveiled the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment CEN 01/2024. This recruitment endeavor presents a promising prospect for individuals aspiring to become a part of the esteemed Indian Railways. Boasting a substantial count of 5696 openings, the RRB extends an invitation to qualified candidates hailing from diverse regions, including Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Ajmer, Kolkata, Mumbai, Secunderabad, Chennai, and beyond.

Application Timeline and Process

Application Dates:
Commencing from 20th January 2024 and concluding on 19th February 2024, the online application window is pivotal for candidates to adhere to, ensuring the consideration of their applications.

Steps to Apply Online:

1. Visit the Official Website: Initiate the process by navigating to the official RRB website corresponding to your designated region.
2. Registration: Engage in the registration process by clicking on the designated link and furnishing essential details to generate a distinctive registration ID and password.
3. Fill the Application Form: Utilize the assigned registration ID to access the portal and meticulously complete the comprehensive application form, detailing personal, educational, and professional information.
4. Upload Documents: Make certain to possess scanned versions of pertinent documents, including your photograph, signature, and additional requisites, primed for seamless upload.
5. Payment of Fees: Facilitate the application fee payment through the array of online payment alternatives provided.
6. Submit and Print: Pore over the entirety of your application form, ensuring accuracy, before proceeding with submission. Following submission, secure a printout of the final form for archival purposes.

Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates vying for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2024 recruitment must meet specific educational prerequisites:

• Educational Qualification:
• Class 10th (Matric) with ITI Certificate: Candidature mandates the possession of a Class 10th certification alongside an ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT, spanning an array of trades including Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, and more.
• Class 10th with Diploma: Alternatively, candidates holding a Class 10th qualification coupled with a Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering are deemed eligible.
• BE/B.Tech Degree: Furthermore, individuals harboring a BE/B.Tech degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering are also deemed eligible to partake in the recruitment process.

It is imperative for candidates to peruse the detailed notification for a nuanced understanding of the eligibility criteria.

Selection Procedure

The selection process for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2024 encompasses a multifaceted approach, designed to comprehensively evaluate candidates:

1. First Stage CBT (Computer Based Test): Serving as the preliminary screening test, this phase comprises multiple-choice questions delving into Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness on Current Affairs.
2. Second Stage CBT: Candidates clearing the initial stage proceed to the second stage, bifurcated into Part A and Part B. While Part A scrutinizes core subjects pertinent to technical qualifications, Part B accentuates a trade-specific assessment.
3. Computer-Based Aptitude Test (for ALP): Aspiring Assistant Loco Pilots undergo an aptitude test aimed at gauging their suitability for the designated role.
4. Document Verification: Candidates emerging successful in the CBTs and the aptitude test progress to the document verification stage.
5. Medical Examination: The conclusive phase involves a thorough medical examination to ensure compliance with the requisite medical standards.

Important Documents

Candidates must ensure readiness with the following documents prior to application:

• Educational Certificates: Mark sheets and certificates pertaining to Class 10th, ITI, Diploma, or Degree.
• Identity Proof: Furnish a valid identity proof such as Aadhar card, Voter ID, Passport, or any other government-issued ID.
• Photograph and Signature: Equipped with scanned copies of a recent passport-sized photograph and signature.
• Category Certificate: If applicable, candidates must furnish caste or category certificates during the application process.

Application Fee

The application fee structure for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2024 is delineated as follows:

• General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 500
• SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes: Rs. 250

Candidates are empowered to effectuate the fee payment through net banking, credit card, or debit card.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

First Stage CBT:

• Duration: 60 minutes
• Total Questions: 75
• Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness on Current Affairs

Second Stage CBT:

• Part A:
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Total Questions: 100
• Subjects: Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Basic Science and Engineering, General Awareness on Current Affairs
• Part B:
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Total Questions: 75
• Subject: Relevant trade syllabus as prescribed by the Director General of Employment & Training (DGET)

Candidates are encouraged to meticulously prepare in accordance with the official syllabus outlined in the notification.

RRB ALP previous year question paper

RRB ALP PYQ – (9th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (10th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (13th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (14th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (17th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (20th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (21st Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (29th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2)	Click here
RRB ALP PYQ – (30th Aug. 2018- Shift 1,2,3)	Click here

RRB ALP Exam Pattern 

The RRB ALP Selection Process will be conducted in four phases, which are:

• Stage 1: CBT 1
• Stage 2: CBT 2
• Stage 3: Computer-Based Aptitude/Phycho Test
• Stage 4: Document Verification

RRB ALP Exam: Highlights

Exam Name	RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) ALP Examination
Conducting Body	The Indian Railways
Stages of Exam	CBT 1, CBT 2 and Document Verification
Mode of the examination	Online (Computer-Based-Test)
Number of Papers	CBT 1: Single PaperCBT 2: Two Paper
Sections	CBT 1, CBT 2, and Document Verification
Question Type	Both CBT 1 & CBT 2 are multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
Duration of exam	CBT 1: 3 Sections, including Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness of Current Affairs.CBT 2: 4 Sections, including Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science, and General Awareness of Current Affairs and Relevant Trade.
Total Questions	CBT 1: 75 QuestionsCBT 2: 175 Questions
Total Marks	CBT 1: 75 MarksCBT 2: 175 Marks
Negative Marking	Yes
Marking Scheme	+1 marks for each correct answer (Both CBT 1 & CBT 2 )1/3 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
Exam Languages	English and Hindi
Official website	https://indianrailways.gov.in/

RRB ALP CBT 1 Question Paper Pattern

Candidates may check the table below to learn about the scheme of the RRB ALP CBT 1 Examination Pattern:

SL. No.	Papers	Number of questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Mathematics	20	20	60 minutes
2	General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
3	General Science	20	20
4	General Awareness on Current Affairs	10	10
Total		75	75

RRB ALP CBT 2 Question Paper Pattern

Candidates may check the table below to learn about the scheme of the RRB ALP CBT 2 Examination Pattern:

Section	Papers	Number of questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
A	Mathematics	100	100	90 minutes
	General Intelligence & Reasoning
	General Science
B	Relevant Trade	75	75	60 minutes
Total		175	175	2 hours 30 minutes

Salary and Benefits

The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) role proffers an enticing pay scale alongside an assortment of benefits and allowances. Positioned at Level 02 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, the initial remuneration stands at Rs. 19,900, augmented by allowances such as DA, TA, HRA, and more. Employees are further entitled to an array of perks encompassing medical benefits, travel concessions, and pension schemes.

Key Points to Remember

• Ensure preparedness with all requisite documents, ensuring clarity and legibility of scanned copies.
• Exercise diligence in furnishing information within the application form to obviate discrepancies.
• Maintain vigilance regarding any updates or alterations to the recruitment process via the official RRB website.
• Foster comprehensive preparation for the CBTs through a dedicated focus on the prescribed syllabus and practice of previous year’s question papers.

In conclusion, the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2024 recruitment constitutes an unparalleled avenue for individuals harboring aspirations within the realm of the Indian Railways. Anchored by meticulous preparation and unwavering attention to detail, candidates

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