Are you interested in becoming a locomotive pilot if you just class 12 pass from high school? People in school and people looking for work often wonder the same thing. This article will talk about whether a class 12 pass can apply for the job of Loco Pilot in India and what else is needed.
After getting their 12th grade diploma or the equivalent, people from any field can become loco pilots. After 12th, candidates for the Loco pilot need to take an entrance exam for a diploma in engineering in a field like mechanical, electronics, electrical, or automobile.
First, let us talk about what a Loco Pilot is. Loco Pilots, who are also called train drivers, move locomotives and trains along routes that have already been planned. They are in charge of making sure the safety of the train’s passengers, workers, and cargo.
To answer the question we started with, can someone with a class 12 pass apply for the job of Loco Pilot? You can not be considered for the job of Loco Pilot if you only have a class 12 pass. In India, you need at least a diploma or degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronic, or automotive) to become a locomotive pilot.
It is not enough to have a high school diploma or the equivalent. All applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old, in good health, and pass a medical screening. They need to be able to see 20/20 with or without glasses, and they can not be colorblind.
Along with these requirements, candidates must also pass a written test and a physical test given by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) (PET). Loco Pilot candidates must pass a battery of physical tests (PET) that include running, lifting weights, and climbing stairs. This is to make sure that they are physically able to do the job.
Lastly, in India, a person who wants to be a Loco Pilot must have at least a Bachelor’s degree. But students who have finished the 12th grade can apply for other jobs with the Indian Railways. The Railway Recruitment Board has a website where you can find out about job openings with the Indian Railways.
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