RRB ALP Vacancy 2024 Increased, Total Vacancies are 18,799

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The RRB ALP Vacancy 2024 is increased by the Railway Recruitment almost 3.3 times the original vacancies notified via CEN No. 01/2024. The latest RRB ALP Vacancy totals 18,799. This is less than the vacancies notified in the last recruitment cycle but close. Candidates who were earlier demotivated by the all-time low vacancies in the RRB ALP 2024 can now celebrate and do their best to get selected as an Assistant Loco Pilot this year.

RRB ALP Vacancy Increased Notice PDF

The increase in Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies is a boon for the candidates who applied in May 2024. As the exams can be held anytime until August 2024, candidates have the advantage of putting in extra effort to get selected this year. Candidates can find the recent notice for the RRB ALP Vacancy Increase attached below in PDF format.

RRB ALP Vacancy 2024 Increased – Download Notice PDF

RRB ALP Vacancy 2024

The RRB ALP Vacancy 2024 increased across different Railway zoens are shown in the following table. Except for the East Central Railway Zone, vacancies have increased for all the regional RRBs. Candidates can use this information to revise their RRB Preference once the RRB re-activates the preference form.

Railway Zone	Vacancies Notified	Vacancies Approved by RRB [NEW]
Central Railway	535	1783
East Central Railway	76	76
East Coast Railway	479	1595
Eastern Railway	415	1382
North Central Railway	241	802
North Eastern Railway	43	143
Northeast Frontier Railway	129	428
Northern Railway	150	499
North Western Railway	228	761
South Central Railway	585	1949
South East Central Railway	1192	3973
South Eastern Railway	300	1001
Southern Railway	218	726
South Western Railway	473	1576
West Central Railway	219	729
Western Railway	413	1376
Total	5696	18799

What Next for RRB ALP 2024 Aspirants?

Opportunity vs. Competition: The increased RRB ALP 2024 vacancies mark a significant increase in the opportunity available for candidates this year. Many candidates may have skipped the application form because of low selection chances as the vacancies were low earlier. Now, candidates have to face relatively less competition and get their preferred RRB ALP job with some effort.
Prepare for RRB ALP 2024 Exam: Although there may be less competition, candidates are advised to put their best efforts in preparing and revising for the upcoming RRB ALP Exam. Candidates must focus on practicing several mock tests and maintain efficiency in solving questions in a time-bound setting.

An effective and strategic preparation can definitely help clear the exam and gain from the advantage of the RRB ALP Vacancy increase.

FAQs

How many vacancies are there in RRB ALP 2024?

The RRB ALP vacancy has been revised upwards by more than 3 times and now stands at 18,799. This is a great opportunity for candidates to secure a government job in the Indian Railways at Pay Level 2.

Can I change RRB Preference as the RRB ALP Vacancy 2024 has increased?

Yes, the Railway Recruitment Board will allow candidates to fill up the preference form again. Candidates can choose their preferred RRBs based on the location and availability of vacancies there.