A driver is the one who drives the car. A pilot is the one who flies the plane. He is also a train driver who is also a loco pilot. Actually, the train is not to be run. Electric trains run on their lines just like them.

The job of a loco pilot is to control any train. Today we give you an idea about how to become a loco pilot, what are the qualifications required or how much salary you will get.

1. Post: A senior post of Loco Pilot in Indian Railways. The first recruitment of Indian Railway Assistant Loco Pilots was done. After gaining experience, one can become a loco pilot through promotion.
2. How to become a loco pilot: There are specific exams in Indian Railways. Through which if you pass that exam then you can get the qualification to become an assistant loco pilot.
3. Ability : Must be Graduate from any recognized board and must have passed ITI. Diploma or Engineering graduates can also apply for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot.
4. Duties of Loco Pilot: The job of an assistant loco pilot is to assist the loco pilot in running the train. The responsibility of a loco pilot is to maintain the train engine properly, rectify any train problems, monitor signal changes and maintain communication with the railway authorities.
5. Salary : Assistant Loco Pilot earns this salary as Matric Level 2 Grade. Initially the basic salary will be 19,900 Tk. With House Rent Allowance (HRA), dearness allowance (And), transportation allowance (to face) etc. have advantages. Overall you get around Rs 35,000.
6. work hours : Both the assistant or loco pilot have to work for 8 hours a day. May be sooner or later. But overtime allowance is given when there is more work.