If there is any ministry that offers maximum employment opportunities in India, it is the Ministry of Railways. There are plenty of opportunities for Assistant Loco Pilot posts in this department. What are the qualifications for this post, how much is the salary, the information about the selection process is given.
The qualifications for the post of Railway Assistant Loco Pilot can be seen in three categories. Namely
– Age Eligibility
– Educational qualification
– Nationality
What is the Age Qualification for Railway Assistant Posts?
Must be at least 18 years to apply for this post. Maximum age should not exceed 28 years. 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC-Non-Criminal Layer candidates, 10 years for disabled candidates will be applicable.
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What is the Educational Qualification for Railway ALP Post?
Candidates who have passed 2 years ITI or 3 years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering or various streams along with SSLC / Matriculation can apply for the post of Railway Assistant Loco Pilot.
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What is the nationality qualification?
Should be citizens of India. Citizens of some of the following countries may also apply as per the law.
– Citizens of Nepal
– Bhutan citizens
– Tibetan Refugees (family members who came and settled in India before January 1, 1962)
– Apart from the citizens of India, the citizens of other countries must submit an affidavit.
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How much is Railway ALP Salary?
Grade Pay Rs.1900. Pay Scale Rs.19,900. Starting salary will be up to Rs.35,000 inclusive of all allowances.
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What is the Exam Pattern for Railway ALP Posts?
There will be total three stages of examination. Namely
CBT Stage-1: 60 minutes CBT test for 75 marks.
CBT Stage-II consists of two stages of examination.
Part-A: 90 minutes test of 100 questions.
Part-B : 60 minutes test of 75 questions.
Document verification, medical test will also be conducted for those who qualify in these written exams.
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RRB ALP Exam Topics
– Mathematical and Quantitative Aptitude.
– General Intelligence and Logical Reasoning.
– Basic Science and Engineering.
– General Awareness and Current Affairs.
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What are the best books to read for RRB ALP Exam?
Quick Arithmetic – Ashish Agarwal
General Reasoning – RS Aggarwal
General Knowledge – Lucent’s Publication.
One can prepare well for General Knowledge paper by reading dailies, daily newspapers daily.
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RRB ALP Post Benefits, Allowances
HRA
Tutti Allowance
Travel Allowance
Running Allowance
Free medical facilities (for family members also)
Free Railway Ticket (for family members also)
All India Travel Allowance
Gratuity
30 days earnings leave
12 Casual Leave
30 days half pay leave or medical leaves
According to the new pay commission, 10 percent of wages will be deducted.
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