RRB ALP 2021 : Notification, Application Form, Syllabus

RRB ALP 2021 Notification – RRB ALP 2021 Apply Online : RRB ALP Recruitment 2021 Notification for recruiting more than 26500 Assistant Loco Pilots & Technicians will be released by RRB. Railway Recruitment Boards jointly will conduct RRB ALP 2021 examination for ALP Posts.    

Interested candidates must check the RRB ALP eligibility criteria to submit the online form from August 2021. The last date of registration is September 2021. In this article get details like RRB ALP Notification, No. of Vacancies, Salary, Exam dates, Eligibility, the Application Process, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Admit Card, Results, Salary, and Cutoff.

1. Notification
2. Eligibility
3. Exam Pattern
4. Syllabus
5. Application Form
6. Exam Date
7. Admit Card
8. Result
9. Cut Off
10. Pay Scale
11. Fee
12. Vacancies

For those who wish to make a career in Railway Jobs, the RRB ALP examination is a great opportunity. The RRB will shortly start the recruitment process for various vacancies in the Indian Railways. The exam will be conducted online all over the country.

There will be approx. 2.5 lakh openings in 2021, of which ALP will have approx. 26500 vacant positions. ALP, also known as Assistant Loco Pilot is a person who helps the driver to drive the train and also takes care of fixing any minor issues like repairs, etc. in the locomotive.

RRB ALP 2021 Official Notification

RRB will release RRB ALP 2021 Official Notification for recruiting a total of 26502 candidates for the posts of RRB ALP & Technician.

Download RRB ALP 2021 Official Notification

Quick Look of Examination

About Examination

RRB, also known as Railway Recruitment Board recruits Assistant loco pilots through direct recruitment examination. It will release centralized employment notice for the categories of ALP and technicians. Common computer based written examination will be conducted on the same day by all the participating RRB’s. A total of 26500 vacancies will be filled through this notification. A total number of vacancies is the consolidation of all the available vacancies from all the regions of RRB.

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RRB ALP 2021 Eligibility

Candidates should know RRB ALP 2021 eligibility before applying online for the posts of ALP and Technicians. Candidate should have prescribed age and educational qualification to appear in RRB ALP 2021 examination as per given below.

Age Limit

A candidate should be between 18 to 30 years as of the last date of the online application.

Age Relaxation

Please note that there is upper age relaxation for certain categories as per the following.

• • 5 Years for SC/ST
  • 3 Years for OBC
  • 5 Years for Candidates of J&K domiciled from 1^st January 1980 to 31^st December 1989
  • 10 Years for people with disability
  • For ex-servicemen, up to the years of service in defense plus 3 years provided they have served for at least 6 months

Educational Qualification

For the posts of ALP:

• A candidate should have passed 10^th class plus course completed Act apprenticeship or ITI approved by NCVT/ SCVT in the specified fields or equivalent qualification from a government recognized board or institution
• A candidate should have completed a diploma in a related field from a recognized board ( by AICTE in lieu of ITI)
• A candidate having a higher educational qualification in Electrical/ Mechanical/ Automobile Engineering/ Electronics recognized by AICTE are also eligible to apply.

For Technician posts:

Matriculation plus other specified qualification such as course completed Act apprenticeship or ITI approved by NCVT/ SCVT is required.

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RRB ALP 2021 Vacancies

RRB ALP 2021 vacancies list has been given in the official notification. A total of 26502 vacancies of ALP and Technicians are going to be filled through this notification. Out of 26,502 vacancies, ALP post vacancies are 17,673 and Technician post vacancies are 8829. Zone wise list of vacancies has been given below.

RRB ALP 2021 Application Fee

A candidate has to pay RRB ALP 2021 exam fee online/Offline as per the following. RRB ALP 2021 application fee of Rs. 250/- paid by certain categories like SC/ST/Economically backward class/EX-Servicemen/PwD/Women/minorities will be refunded back to applicants bank account after an appearance in CBT Stage I examination. If the fee is paid offline candidates need to provide bank account details to get the refund.

RRB ALP 2021 Exam Pattern

RRB ALP 2021 exam pattern has been changed from the year 2021. So candidates are requested to go through the revised RRB ALP 2021 Exam pattern. The question paper will be issued in the medium of English/ Hindi/ Urdu or other local languages as indicated by the applicant at the time of filling the RRB ALP 2021 application form.

As per sources, the merit list will be drawn from the written test and Aptitude test for the posts of ALP, and for technician posts, there will not be any aptitude test. A final stage of the process is document verification.

A detailed process has been given below.

1. CBT stage – I
2. CBT stage – II
3. CB Aptitude test (Only for ALP posts)

Note:

• All the stages will be held through Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Normalization of marks from all the stages will be done
• There will be negative marking for every wrong answer in stage I & II and 1/3 rd marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer
• There will be no negative marking in the Computer Based Aptitude test

1. CBT Stage – I

Computer Based test stage I is a screening test, it is only qualifying in nature. The marks scored in stage I will only be used for shortlisting the candidates for CBT stage II. This will comprise 75 Multiple Choice questions to be completed in 60 min. Each question carries 1 Mark and there will be a negative marking of 1/3^rd for each incorrect answer.

A minimum eligible mark for each category is given below.

• • General/ UR – 40%
  • OBC – 30%
  • SC – 30%
  • ST – 25%
  • PwD – 2% relaxation in case of shortage of candidates against PwD vacancies

RRB ALP 2021 CBT stage I Written test pattern has been tabulated below.

2. CBT stage – II

This exam will be held in 2 parts for a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. They are,

• • Part A 
  • Part B

Part A:

The time duration of Part A of stage II CBT is 90 minutes and for total questions of 100. Marks scored in part A only will be considered for the further shortlisting subject to securing qualifying marks in Part B.

A minimum eligible mark for each category is given below.

• • General/ UR – 40%
  • OBC – 30%
  • SC – 30%
  • ST – 25%
  • PwD – 2% relaxation in case of shortage of candidates against PwD vacancies

Part B

It is held in 60 minutes and the total number of questions will be 75. This part is also of a qualifying nature and a candidate should secure a minimum of 35% of marks. There is no relaxation in the minimum eligibility marks for any category. Questions will be from the trade syllabus prescribed by DGET.

3. Aptitude Test

For ALP posts, shortlisted candidates from the written test will be called for attending the Aptitude test. A candidate attending the Aptitude test has to secure a minimum of 42 marks in each of the test batteries, no relaxation will be given in the minimum marks for any category. Question paper and answer options will be given only in English and Hindi. A candidate should present a vision certificate as per the prescribed format, otherwise, the candidate will not be allowed to take an Aptitude test.

Normalization of Marks

The final merit list will be drawn by normalizing the marks scored in Part A of  CBT stage II and CB AT and weightage will be 70% marks from Part A of CBT stage II and 30% from CB AT.

Document Verification

On successful completion of the written test and/ or Aptitude test and after scoring required marks as per the cutoff, candidates will be selected for the document verification.

A final merit list will be drawn as per the written test and Aptitude test in the case of Posts of ALP and from the written test alone for other posts. The same number of candidates as per the number of vacancies will be called for document verification.

Along with that candidates equaling 30% of vacancies are kept on standby. If any candidate failed to produce original documents at the time of verification their candidature will be forfeited and the candidates from the standby list will get preference according to their rank preference.

4. Medical Fitness Test

All the appointees have to undergo a medical fitness test conducted by Railway Administration to ensure they are medically fit. Visual standards are the most important aspect of the medical fitness test.

RRB ALP 2021 Syllabus

Candidates should go through RRB ALP 2021 syllabus for exam preparation. The RRB ALP 2021 syllabus has changed this year and stage wise syllabus has been given below.

CBT Stage I Syllabus

CBT stage I syllabus of RRB ALP 2021 is as follows

1. Mathematics – Number systems, BODMAS, Fractions, Decimals, LCM, HCF, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Geometry & Trigonometry, Algebra, Square root, Elementary Statistics, Calender and clock, Pipes and Cisterns, Age calculations.
2. General Intelligence and Reasoning – Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Relationships, Syllogism, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Conclusions, and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency,  Analytical reasoning, Classification, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions, Directions, etc
3. General Science – Physics, Life Sciences, Chemistry – the level of 10^th standard
4. General Awareness on Current affairs – Sports, Culture, Science & Technology, Economics, Personalities, Politics, and other subjects of importance.

CBT Stage II Syllabus

It has 2 parts and the syllabus of both the parts has been given under two subheadings.

Part A Syllabus

CBT stage II Part A syllabus of RRB ALP 2021 is as follows

1. Mathematics – Number systems, BODMAS, Fractions, Decimals, LCM, HCF, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Geometry & Trigonometry, Algebra, Square root, Elementary Statistics, Calender and clock, Pipes and Cisterns, Age calculations.
2. General Intelligence and Reasoning – Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Relationships, Syllogism, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Conclusions, and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency,  Analytical reasoning, Classification, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions, Directions, etc.
3. Basic Science and Engineering – Engineering Drawing- [Projections, Views, Geometric figures, Symbolic Representation, Drawing Instruments, Lines], Units, Measurements, Work Power and Energy, Mass Weight and Density, Speed, and Velocity, Levers and Simple Machines, Heat and Temperature, Basic Electricity, Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Education, IT Literacy, etc.
4. General Awareness on Current affairs – Sports, Culture, Science & Technology, Economics, Personalities, Politics, and other subjects of importance.

Part B Syllabus

CBT stage II Part B syllabus of RRB ALP 2021 is as follows

Trade syllabus prescribed by DGET (Director General of Employment and Training) and the same can be downloaded from the DGET website.

Click here to check the Trade syllabus

Computer Based RRB ALP 2021 Aptitude Test Syllabus

Aptitude Test has been designed for each job category that falls under critical safety like Assistant Drivers, Assistant Station Master, and Motorman.

In this test, the candidate will be given a test battery that has been prescribed for the applied job.

Click here for more details on Aptitude Test

RRB ALP 2021 Application Form

Eligible candidates can fill RRB ALP 2021 Application Form online on the concerned official website of RRB. Online Applications are invited for RRB ALP 2021 examination, so interested candidates of RRB ALP 2021 can apply online only to appear in the examination.

Read the advertisement before filling the application form and make sure to keep the required information and documents to complete the application form.

The procedure to fill RRB ALP 2021 online application has been mentioned step wise below.

• Log on to the Railway Recruitment Board official website @ www.indianrailways.gov.in and click on a concerned regional website
• Go to the recruitment notification section and search the RRB ALP Technician Grade III Vacancy Advertisement
• Check the eligibility criterion and click on the “Apply online button”.
• Check the box to indicate that you have read and understood the advertisement and click on confirm
• Fill up the RRB ALP Technician Online Application Form with required details like Name, DOB, Fathers Name, Mothers Name, Aadhaar Number, State, Community, SSC Roll No, Year Of SSC Passing, Mobile Number, Email Id and then submit
• Registration number and password will be generated and displayed and OTP will be sent to mobile and email
• Use the OTP and registration number and password to proceed further
• In part 1 of the application fill Education Detail, Community, Gender, Religion, etc.
• Pay the required amount of fee via online or offline
• If paying online use Credit/ debit/ net banking to pay the fee and proceed to fill part 2 of the application. If paying offline in SBI branch/ post office payment confirmation may take 1 hour after payment or 28-48 hrs respectively, so login after said time to fill the remaining part.
• Provide bank details if claiming exemption of fee if paid through offline mode to get a refund
• Fill the part 2 of the application form by entering scribe details, detailed educational qualification, choice of exam language (for stage I & II only)
• Attach required scanned copies certificates like Photo with name and date printed on it and caste certificate if seeking free travel pass(SC/ST candidates only)
• Submit the completed application form online by confirming the declaration and get the hard copy of the application form for your future reference.

Note :

• Keep 12 copies of the same uploaded photograph for further use
• Modify minor details on the application form by paying a fee of Rs. 250/-, can be done twice only.
• Mobile number, state, and email details cannot be modified.

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List of Documents Required

Applicant should note that the following documents will be required for filling RRB ALP 2021 online application.

• Scanned Photograph with name and date printed on it, in JPEG format with a size of 15-40 kb
• Scribe Photograph if applicable in JPEG format with a size of 15-40 kb
• SC/ST certificate if seeking free travel

For RB ALP 2021 document verification the following documents are to be produced.

• All Original documents with 2 sets of self-attested Photocopies
• Proof of Age certificate and matriculation qualification (SSC certificate/ equivalent)
• 10+2/ PUC Certificate
• NCVT / Diploma /SCVT/ Engineering Degree Certificate with Semester wise Mark Sheets
• SC/ST Certificate
• OBC NCL Certificate
• Non Creamy layer declaration (Annexure IIA)
• Income certificate
• Photocopy of Aadhaar card
• NOC certificate for serving employees
• Medical Certificate for PwD
• Discharge Certificate for Ex-servicemen (Original)
• Receipt of Payment if paid offline
• Admit Card
• Result Card

RRB ALP 2021 Exam Date

RRB ALP 2021 Exam Date has been announced by RRB. Only the Tentative date is out. It will be held in the months of April or May 2021. Keep checking this page for exact dates of examination or visit the official website of RRB. The examination will be conducted in major cities across India. The complete list of exam centers has been notified in the notification and a candidate has to choose the exam center while filling the online application form.

RRB ALP 2021 Admit Card

RRB ALP 2021 Exam Admit cards can be downloaded from official websites of region-wise railway recruitment boards. Admit cards will be made available on the concerned website before few weeks/ 10 days from the examination. Admit cards will not be sent through the post.

Note : PwD candidates who have opted for scribe should download an e-call letter or admit card along with an e-cal letter for a scribe.

How To Download Admit Card

1. Visit the Official website of RRB
2. Search and click on the concerned regional website
3. Find and click on the link to the e-call letter/ Admit card
4. Fill in the required details and submit
5. Save/ take a printout of admit card

RRB ALP 2021 Result

The RRB ALP Result 2021 will be declared after 3 to 4 months of the exam on the official website of RRB. A list will be made available on concerned regional websites of RRB’s. A candidate can check results by following the below process.

How To Check Result

1. Open the RRB website and click on the concerned regional website
2. Find the RRB ALP result link and click on that
3. A pdf file will be opened in a separate window
4. Search your Roll number
5. Save a copy/ take a printout

RRB ALP 2021 Salary

RRB ALP 2021 Salary will be of level 2 Of 7th pay commission With Initial pay of  Rs.19900/- + Other allowances

RRB ALP 2021 Cut Off

RRB ALP 2021 Cutoff Marks are the minimum marks to be secured by the candidate to qualify for the position and will be decided based on the number of vacancies, number of candidates, and level of difficulty of the test and top marks obtained. The final cut off is yet to be released.

The final cut off marks once announced can be downloaded by following the below mentioned process

1. Log on to www.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Search for the RRB ALP Cut Off marks option on the home page.
3. Click on the link and check for the RRB ALP Cut Off Marks 2021
4. Category wise Railway ALP Technician Cut off Marks will display on the screen.

While hard work is important, it is also important that you plan well if you wish to be successful. Some key tips that can come in handy are

• Download PDF workbooks for Practice from the internet
• Manage your time well
• Work smart
• Complete the syllabus on time
• Practice previous years papers
• Practice time-bound assessments before the final examination
• Stay Cool

If you follow the above guidelines, it will make you well prepared to crack the examination and will get you on the final assessment list on the first attempt. You will feel more comfortable and confident while appearing for various stages of the exam. So why miss this great opportunity!