RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 11127 Assistant Loco Pilot Vacancies | Railway ALP Notification 01/2026
The RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification (CEN No. 01/2026) has been released by the Indian Railways, Ministry of Railways through various Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). This recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible candidates for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP).
Candidates who have completed 10th with ITI or Diploma in relevant engineering trades are eligible to apply for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026. According to the official notification, a total of 11,127 ALP vacancies will be filled across different railway zones in India.
The online application process for Railway ALP Jobs 2026 starts from 15 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 14 June 2026 (23:59 hrs). Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official Railway Recruitment Board website https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
The selection of candidates for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Jobs 2026 will be based on Computer Based Tests (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2), Computer Based Aptitude Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
The vacancies are distributed across various Railway Recruitment Boards in India. Detailed zone-wise vacancies will be available in the complete notification.
Salary for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Jobs 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month
Additional Benefits:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance
Medical Facilities
Railway Travel Pass
The overall salary package will be significantly higher after including allowances.
Age Limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Calculation Date: 01 July 2026
Age Relaxation
OBC Candidates: 3 Years
SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
PWD / Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
Educational Qualification for RRB ALP Jobs 2026
Candidates must possess the following qualifications:
Option 1
Matriculation / 10th Pass
ITI Certificate in relevant trade from NCVT / SCVT
Option 2
10th Pass + Diploma in Engineering in any of the following fields:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Important Note
Candidates having Engineering Degree in relevant disciplines are also eligible in place of Diploma.
Application Fee – RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC
₹500
SC / ST / Female / EWS / PwD
₹250
The fee can be paid through online payment methods.
Selection Process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Candidates will be selected through the following stages:
First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1)
Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-2)
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination
Only candidates who qualify each stage will proceed to the next level.
RRB ALP CBT Stage 1 Exam Pattern
Subject
Mathematics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Science
General Awareness & Current Affairs
Total Questions: 75
Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
Marks per Question: 1 Mark
Negative Marking: 1/3 Mark deduction for wrong answers
RRB ALP CBT Stage 2 Exam Pattern
The Second Stage CBT consists of two parts.
Part A
Subjects
Mathematics
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Basic Science & Engineering
Current Affairs
Total Questions: 100
Duration: 90 Minutes
Part B
Questions related to relevant ITI / Diploma trade
Total Questions: 75
Duration: 60 Minutes
Candidates must qualify both sections to move to the next stage.
Aadhaar Verification Requirement
Candidates are advised to verify their Aadhaar details while filling the online application to avoid delays in the recruitment process.
Important guidelines:
Name and Date of Birth in Aadhaar must match with the 10th class certificate.
Aadhaar must contain updated photograph and biometric details.
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
Candidates can also visit the official websites of their respective RRBs for updates.
RRB Ahmedabad
RRB Ajmer
RRB Bengaluru
RRB Bhopal
RRB Bhubaneswar
RRB Bilaspur
RRB Chandigarh
RRB Chennai
RRB Gorakhpur
RRB Guwahati
RRB Jammu-Srinagar
RRB Kolkata
RRB Malda
RRB Mumbai
RRB Muzaffarpur
RRB Patna
RRB Prayagraj
RRB Ranchi
RRB Secunderabad
RRB Siliguri
RRB Thiruvananthapuram
Conclusion
The RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 (CEN 01/2026) is a major opportunity for candidates who want to build a career in Indian Railways. With 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies, this recruitment offers stable government jobs with attractive salary and benefits.
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria should apply online before the last date 14 June 2026 and begin their preparation for the RRB ALP CBT examination. For the latest updates and detailed notifications, candidates should regularly visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in.
