RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Indian Railways has once again brought a massive recruitment opportunity for candidates preparing for central government jobs. Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across various railway zones in India. This recruitment drive is being conducted through Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) No. 01/2026.
Candidates who have completed ITI, Diploma, or Engineering in relevant trades can apply online for these railway jobs. The online application process will start from 15th May 2026 and continue till 14th June 2026. Candidates from Assam and Northeast India will also get a huge opportunity as RRB Guwahati alone has announced 676 vacancies.
Applicants are advised to carefully check eligibility criteria, educational qualification, medical standards, age limit, selection process, and application procedure before submitting the online application form.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 01/2026 |
| Name of Post | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 Posts |
| RRB Guwahati Vacancy | 676 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Salary | Rs. 19,900/- Initial Pay + Allowances |
| Pay Level | Level-02 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Online Application Start Date | 15th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14th June 2026 |
RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 – RRB Wise Vacancy Details
The Railway Recruitment Board has released zone-wise vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot posts. Candidates can choose only one RRB while filling out the application form.
| RRB Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 147 |
| Ajmer | 718 |
| Prayagraj | 610 |
| Bengaluru | 200 |
| Bhopal | 453 |
| Bhubaneswar | 801 |
| Bilaspur | 522 |
| Chandigarh | 187 |
| Chennai | 186 |
| Gorakhpur | 105 |
| Guwahati (NFR) | 676 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 400 |
| Kolkata | 841 |
| Malda | 559 |
| Mumbai | 1,193 |
| Muzaffarpur | 42 |
| Patna | 103 |
| Ranchi | 1,300 |
| Secunderabad | 1,420 |
| Siliguri | 600 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 64 |
Eligibility Criteria of RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Before applying for Assistant Loco Pilot posts, candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Board. The eligibility includes age limit, educational qualification, and medical standards.
Age Limit
Candidates applying for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 must be between 18 years and 30 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
You can use our age calculator tool wherever age criteria is required.
Age Relaxation
The Railway Recruitment Board has provided upper age relaxation for reserved category candidates as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications to become eligible for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026.
Option A
Candidates should have passed Matriculation or SSLC along with ITI certificate from NCVT or SCVT recognized institutions in any of the following trades:
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Instrument Mechanic
- Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic
- Electronics Mechanic
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- Wireman
- Tractor Mechanic
- Mechanic Diesel
- Turner
- Machinist
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Heat Engine
- Armature & Coil Winder
- Mechanic Radio & TV
Option B
Candidates who have completed Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the above-mentioned trades are also eligible.
Option C
Applicants with 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering can apply.
Option D
Engineering Degree holders in relevant disciplines are also eligible for the recruitment.
Important Note: Candidates waiting for final results of educational qualification are not eligible to apply online.
RRB ALP Physical and Medical Standard
Assistant Loco Pilot is a highly responsible technical post under Indian Railways. Therefore, candidates must meet strict medical and physical standards.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Medical Standard | A1 |
| Physical Standard | Physically Fit in All Standards |
Vision Standard
- Distant Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses
- Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses
- Candidates must pass Color Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, and Field of Vision tests.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the prescribed application fee according to their category through online payment methods.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Class | Rs. 250/- |
| Others | Rs. 500/- |
Fee Refund Rules
- Reserved category candidates will get fee refund after appearing in CBT-1 examination.
- General category candidates will get Rs. 400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1.
RRB ALP Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-02 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix with initial basic pay of Rs. 19,900/- per month. Apart from basic salary, candidates will also receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Facilities
- Railway Travel Benefits
- Pension and Other Government Benefits
Selection Process of RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
The selection process for Assistant Loco Pilot posts will consist of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next phase.
Selection Stages
- First Stage CBT (CBT-1)
- Second Stage CBT (CBT-2)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB ALP CBT-1 Exam Pattern
The first stage CBT is only a screening examination.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 75 |
| Question Type | MCQ |
| Total Marks | 75 |
| Exam Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 Marks Deduction |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC-NCL | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
RRB ALP CBT-1 Syllabus
Mathematics
Topics include Number System, BODMAS, Percentages, Time and Work, Profit and Loss, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Statistics, Calendar, Clock, Pipes and Cistern, and more.
Mental Ability
Questions will come from Coding-Decoding, Analogies, Series, Relationships, Syllogism, Data Interpretation, Analytical Reasoning, Directions, Venn Diagram, and Decision Making.
General Science
Questions will be based on Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences of 10th standard level.
RRB ALP CBT-2 Exam Pattern
CBT-2 consists of Part-A and Part-B.
| Part | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Part-B | 75 | 60 Minutes |
Important Points
- Only Part-A marks will be considered for merit.
- Part-B is qualifying in nature.
- Minimum qualifying marks in Part-B is 35% for all categories.
- Negative marking of 1/3 marks applicable.
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Candidates shortlisted from CBT-2 will appear in CBAT. The test will assess concentration, aptitude, reaction ability, and psychological fitness.
Important Details of CBAT
- No negative marking
- Available only in English and Hindi
- Minimum T-score required: 42 in each test battery
- Final merit prepared with 70% CBT-2 Part-A + 30% CBAT score
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who fulfill all eligibility conditions can apply online through the official RRB portal. Before starting the application process, candidates should keep all required documents ready.
Follow the steps mentioned below to apply online successfully.
- Scroll down and go to the Important Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- A new webpage will open.
- Complete registration using mobile number and email ID.
- Fill all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future use.
Documents Required for RRB ALP Online Application
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying online.
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature Scan Copy
- Educational Certificates
- ITI/Diploma Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
RRB ALP Recruitment Helpline
Candidates facing technical issues during online application can contact the official helpdesk.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Phone Number | 0172-565-3333, 9592001188 |
| Email ID | rrb.help@csc.gov.in |
| Timing | 10 AM to 5 PM |
Important Dates of RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
| Starting Date of Online Application | 15th May 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 14th June 2026 |
Important Links of RRB ALP Recruitment
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
