1. What is the name and date to be written on a photograph, while applying for the RRB ALP and group D posts?
The photograph to be uploaded in the online application form for both RRB ALP and Group D Posts 2018 should comply with the following requirements.

The Color passport photograph should have white/light color background.

The Color passport photograph should be of size 35mm X 45mm with name and date printed on it.

The Color passport photograph should be in JPG/JPEG format scanned with 100 DPI (Dots Per Inch).

The Color passport photograph should be of size between 20-50 KB.

The Color passport photograph must have been taken on or after 01-12-2017 (December 1, 2017) in a professional studio. Photographs taken using mobile and self-composed portraits may result in rejection of application.

The Color passport photograph should have clear front view of the candidate without cap and sunglasses.

The face should occupy at least 50% of the area of the photograph with a full face view looking at the camera directly.

The main features of the face must not be covered by hair of the head, any cloth or any shadow.

Fore head, eyes, nose and chin should be clearly visible.

In case the candidate wears glasses, the photograph should not have any glare on glasses.

The Color passport photograph must match with the candidate appearance on the day of various stages of recruitment process viz. Computer Based Test and further processes.

PWD (Persons with Disability) candidates should also upload passport photograph as per above specifications only and not the full body photograph used in the disability certificate.

Candidates are advised to keep at least 12 (Twelve) copies of the same photograph for further use as and when required during the recruitment process.

Note: The name of the candidate and the date on which he/she is applying for the post (the date can be in between starting and closing date of application) should be printed on the photograph. Candidates can visit the nearest Internet Center or can use the tools like Paint or Photoshop, to add name and date to the photograph. An example can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSblZN6IT0M
To upload the photograph in the online application, candidates should select the Upload Photo tab and upload the color photograph. Website:www.splessons.com

Q. Which trade should I select in an RRB ALP for a mechanical engineering applicant? Hello, For a mechanical engineering applicant the relevant trades are as mentioned below.

Fitter

Mechanic Motor Vehicle

Tractor Mechanic

Mechanic Diesel

Turner

Machinist

Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Mechanic

Heat Engine

Millwright Maintenance Mechanic

Note: It is highly recommended to only opt for the trade 1. Based on your interest 2. Knowledge of the different topics in the trade. 3. Ability to answer correctly the maximum number of questions in the recruitment exam.
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Reference from the RRB ALP 2018 Notification -

Q. Can civil engineers apply for RRB alp technician posts?
The educational qualifications required to apply for RRB ALP post is as shown below. Primarily candidates from the Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering are most suited for the available positions. Civil engineers cannot apply for RRB ALP technician posts. However, read the TECHNICIAN GRADE III Signal and TECHNICIAN GRADE III Telecommunication Post eligibility mentioned in this answer below.
FOR ASSISTANT LOCO PILOT :
A) Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the trades of Armature and Coil Winder / Electrician /Electronics Mechanic / Fitter / Heat Engine / Instrument Mechanic / Machinist / Mechanic Diesel / Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Mill wright Maintenance Mechanic / Mechanic Radio & TV/ Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic / Tractor Mechanic / Turner / Wireman (OR) Matriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the trades mentioned above (OR)
B) 3 years Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical /Electronics / Automobile Engineering (OR) Combination of various streams of these Engineering disciplines from a recognized Institution in lieu of ITI.
Note: Degree in the Engineering disciplines as above will also be acceptable in lieu of Diploma In Engineering.
TECHNICIAN GRADE III POST:
Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognized institutions of NCVT/SCVT in the various trades of electrical and mechanical departments. (OR) Matriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the trade of electrical and mechanical.
TECHNICIAN GRADE III Signal and TECHNICIAN GRADE III Telecommunication Post: 10+2 with Physics and Maths is also applicable.

Note: Candidates can contact the respective RRB’s in case of any concerns/questions.

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Q. As a Plus 2 student, which trade should I choose when applying for an RRB technician online form?
Hello, Assuming that you are a (10+2) Physics+Maths group student, the following are the relevant trades as per the Official Notification. 1. Electrician 2. Electronics Mechanic 3. Wireman
Below figure is taken from the official notification of RRB ALP & Technician 2018. Please refer to point 5 in the figure below. HSC - Higher Secondary certificate.

Q. Which general science book may recommend for the railway ALP/technician grade exams?
Lucent's General Science is the one of the best books for RRB ALP General Science preparation and the book is available in to languages (i.e. English and Hindi)
One can get this book from top E-Commerce websites like Amazon, Flipkart and local book stores too.
Name of Book : Lucent's General Science Author: Ravi Bhushan (Lucent Publication) Year of Publication: 2015 Rating: 4.1/5
Price: Rs.128/- Buy on Flipkart - English Rs.149/- Buy on Amazon - English Rs. 180/- Buy on Amazon - Hindi