The Railway Recruitment Board [RRB] has officially released the notification for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 under Notification No. CEN 01/2026. Around 11127 vacancies are expected to be filled for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot [ALP] in different railway zones in the country. Students who have passed 10th class along with it have an ITI certificate/engineering diploma in the relevant field can apply online for the recruitment process. According to the official schedule the online registration process for this recruitment will start on the 15th of May of the year 2026 until 14th of June of the year 2026. Before applying the candidates are advised to go through the official eligibility criteria and age requirements in addition to the pay scale along with the application fee as well as the exam pattern and selection procedure.
Overview:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board [RRB] |
| Recruitment | RRB Assistant Loco Pilot [ALP] |
| Notification Number | CEN 01/2026 |
| Article Category | RECRUITMENT |
| Total Available Vacancies | 11127 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in/ |
Key Events for Recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | March 15th of the year 2026 |
| Deadline to Apply | June of 14th of the year 2026 |
| Deadline for Fee Payment | June of 16th of the year 2026 |
| Correction Window | June 17th to 26th of the year 2026 |
| Exam Due Date | will Be Announced |
| Admit Card Publication | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Result Announcement | Will Be Updated |
Vacancy Details:
| Position | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 11127 Positions |
Educational Background:
Candidates who are applying for RRB ALP – Recruitment 2026 should fulfil the qualification requirements- such as they should have matriculation /10th Pass from a recognised board. In addition to it they should have an ITI Certificate in a relevant trade from NCVT or SCVT. Students who have done a diploma in engineering in a relevant discipline can also apply. Candidates must have required qualification before the last application date
Age Restriction:
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 1st July of the year 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As Per RRB Rules |
Application Charges:
| Category | Application charges |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen | ₹250/- |
Selection Process:
Selection for the Railway Assistant Loco Pilot [ALP] position includes the following stages: CBT 1 and 2 Examination which are followed by a computer-based aptitude test [CBAT] along with verification of documents and a medical examination. Every stage is a different qualifying round and the candidates have to qualify each stage to go further in the recruitment process.
Pattern of Exam:
The RRB ALP examination will be held in computer-based mode with objective-type questions i. e MCQ.
CBT-1 Pattern:
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Mental Ability | 25 |
| General Science | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
CBT-2 subjects include:
The CBT 2 includes subjects like Mathematics – General Intelligence and Reasoning – Basic Science and Engineering – Relevant Trade Questions
Candidates should note that one-third of the marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer submitted in both examinations i.e CBT1 as well as CBT2.
Salary Details:
The selected candidates will receive an initial basic salary of 19900. Along with the basic pay they will also get Dearness Allowance [DA] and House Rent Allowance [HRA] along with transport allowance according to the railway rules. In addition to it- the candidate will also receive railway medical and other benefits.
Steps to apply online:
- Visit the official Railway Recruitment Board [RRB] website athttps://indianrailways.gov.in/ and tap on the RRB ALP – Recruitment 2026 application link
- Register using a mobile number and email ID and fill in personal as well as educational and communication details.
- Upload photograph along with signature as well as required documents and then pay the application fee through online payment mode
- Submit and download the application form then take a printout of it for future use/reference.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1 – By which date should candidates submit their online application for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 examination?
Ans:- Applicants must submit their online application form on or before the 14th of June of the year 2026.
Q2 – How many positions have been offered under the official RRB ALP recruitment 2026 notification this year?
Ans:- According to the official notification- around 11127 positions have been announced for now for the Assistant Loco Pilot position.
Q3 – What is the monthly salary and pay scale of the selected candidates after joining as an RRB Assistant Loco Pilot?
Ans:- Candidates who are selected for the Assistant Loco Pilot position will receive an initial basic salary of ₹19900 along with other railway allowances.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://indianrailways.gov.in/ |
