Procedure to become ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’ in Indian Railways
Aspirants interested to get in to the post of ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’ should qualify 10th class under 10 + 2 system /ITI/Diploma in technical streams. After obtaining necessary educational qualifications, they can get in to the post by clearing the recruitment procedure of Railway Recruitment Board.
Obtain Adequate Educational Qualifications
Candidate should acquire adequate educational qualifications to apply for the post of ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’. Pass in matriculation under 10 + 2 system is the basic qualification required for the post. Diploma holders from an AICTE approved institution in any of the following subjects are also eligible to apply.
- Automobile Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Another option to make oneself eligible for ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’ post is to obtain ITI qualification from an institution approved by SCVT/ NCVT. ITI must be done in any of the following subjects.
- Fitter
- Instrument Mechanic
- Armature and Coil Winder
- Electronics Mechanic
- Electrician
- Heat Engine
- Mechanic Radio and T.V
- Machinist
- Mill Wright /Maintenance Mechanic
- Mechanic Diesel
- Turner
- Refrigeration and A.C Mechanic
- Tractor mechanic
- Mechanic motor vehicle
- Wireman
Higher degree holders in Automobile Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Electronics Engineering/Mechanical Engineering are also considered for the job. Such candidates can expect better job promotion in long run.
Job Search for the profile of Assistant Loco Pilot
After acquiring required educational qualification, candidate can search for the job position of ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’. Details about the job will be published in the official portal of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) or leading news dailies. RRB is responsible for organizing written test and interview for railway recruitments. Eligible candidates in the age group of 18- 30 years can send their application through postal method. Application form and necessary details on how to fill it will be available in RRB website.
Participating the Recruitment Process
The final step to get in to the job is to qualify the selection process of RRB. Selection is usually done through a three stage process.
- Written test
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
Written test comprises of 120 objective model questions which must be answered in 1 and half hours. Exam is meant to evaluate the technical and aptitude skills of the candidate and is based on the following topics.
- General Awareness
- General intelligence
- General Science
- Reasoning Ability
- Numerical Aptitude
- Technical Knowledge
Those who successfully clear the written test will be informed about the date for document verification and personal interview. After clearing this level, the medical fitness of the candidate is checked. In this stage the eyesight of the candidate and physical fitness of the candidate is checked. Those who successfully clear these stages can get in to the position of ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’ in Indian Railways.
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32 Responses to “Procedure to become ‘Assistant Loco Pilot’ in Indian Railways”
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I have completed diploma engineering in instrumentation. Am I eligible for the post of assistant loco pilot?
sir..I have completed my 10th class and intermediate….can I apply for this job..?if yes please send me one model question paper….
my qualification b.tech(Aeronautical). Is aeronautical engineering is applicable for the post of assistant loco pilot…?
please inform as soon as possible….
Sir,
I am complete my 3year diploma in mechanical engineerin course by 10th qualification .my i apply for assitant loco pilot&thechnician post pls tell me details
Sir -0.5 Eye sightness eligable for ass-locopiolit?
Diploma final.year students are eligible
sir,
my eyes are weak that means i cannot see far away thing and i wear specks of power 1.50. so can i will be selected as ALP in indian railways. please help me i really want to apply for ALP post.
I have complited JOC(job orientated course) state council of vocational education government of karnataka…2 Years can i able to apply the job of assistant loco pilot..iam waiting your answer
CAN I APPLY FOR RAILWAY ALP POST? I HAVE 3 YEAR DIPLOMA COMPLETED INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL ENGG
sir,
my name is muralidhar.sir i havebeen complited my M.Sc ELECTRONIC AND INSTRUMENTATION am i appliable for the post of Asst.Loco Pilot post of 2014.kind give the information about this.
Sir iam pursuing diploma in ece can i apply now for loco poilet
Can i apply for alp if i m appear in final year in mechanical diploma?
Dear sir
I am shantanu from vadodara gujarat.
As am persuing with my final year in graduatuion in b.com but i want to apply for ALP in indian railways. am i eligible to apply for this or do i have to complete ITI or any TECH COURSE??
WAITING FOR YOUR KIND REPLY
THANKS & REGARDS
SHANTANU
sir,assistant loco pilot ke forms kab tak aayenge ??please bata dijiye .
i passed diploma in electrical engineering.i want to know when will new recruitment published in railway alp?
Sir,
I have compleated my b.com nd i have done mechanical diesel 1 yrs programme frm n.c.v.t . So can u plz tell me what is my future scope for ALP. I m very interested in ALP…
Thank u……
sir,model question paper plz
sir, when come loko pialot requarment
sir
i’m a btech student of mechanical.engg. can i apply for ALP test
dear sir kya alp k liye disel mechenical one year iti chlegi
sir i am doing bsc(it) final year….after finishing my degree i want to become a loco pilot….what is the procedure….what ITI course is required for this post…..
give me imformation indian railway loco poillet on my email
Sir i am graduat in t.y.bsc chemistry then what type of job i will gey in indian railway
sir iam completed diploma 2nd year and entered into final year in electrical and electronics engineering branch.can i apply for the post of asst locopilot.pls reply to my mail or contact me @7702008385
sir I am doing engineering 3 rd semester. can I apply for assistant of loco pilot sir please inform………. please
Respected sir, I’m doing information technology in B.Tech can i apply for the post of ALP in indian railways please give me the positive answer sir i like this job very much plz plz plz plz plz
i have vision R eye 6/6p and L eye 6/6 can i select as loco pilot
What is couser that a student want choose for to be loco pilot
sir, i am appearing in diploma mechanical 5th sem student. can i apply for loco pilot. i am from ugc . plz inform me on my id or no. 9151027379
Respected sir,
I was very confuse about my carrier but finaly i chosen railway. Sir it is requested you to please send me step detail from class 12th and full detail up to train driver(loco-pilot).i think you can understand my feeling. Sir please sent me right path on my id or you can contect me at 8982272934.thanq sir.
i have small sight for my right eye can i did laser treatment. can i attend for the medical test of alp
i had completed b.tech of stream eee. after becoming assistant loco pilot, i can be eligible for attempting departmental tests for becoming JE or SE.