The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 notification for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across various railway zones in India. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for a stable government job in the Indian Railways.
The online application process started on May 2026 and interested candidates can submit their applications through the official RRB portal. Candidates are advised to complete the registration process before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.
Applicants must carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and other important details before filling out the application form. Here is the complete information regarding RRB ALP Recruitment 2026.
RRB has issued the official notification for Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies under CEN 01/2026. The recruitment is being conducted for multiple railway zones and candidates from all over India can apply if they meet the required eligibility conditions.
RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 Details
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
11,127
Total
11,127
Eligibility Criteria for the RRB ALP Recruitment
Candidates applying for the Assistant Loco Pilot post must satisfy the educational qualification and age requirements prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Board. Only eligible candidates will be considered during the recruitment process.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Educational Qualification
Qualification
Details
Option 1
Matriculation / SSLC + ITI from NCVT/SCVT in relevant trade
3 Years Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Automobile Engineering
Option 4
Degree in Engineering in relevant disciplines
Result Awaited Candidates
Not Eligible
RRB ALP Recruitment Age Limit
Category
Age Limit
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age Calculation Date
01 July 2026
SC/ST Relaxation
5 Years
OBC (NCL) Relaxation
3 Years
Ex-Servicemen
As Per Rules
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify at each stage to move forward in the recruitment process. Final selection will be based on performance in all applicable stages and successful document verification.
Stage
Details
Stage 1
CBT-1
Stage 2
CBT-2
Stage 3
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Stage 4
Document Verification
Stage 5
Medical Examination
RRB ALP Application Fee 2026
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹500
SC / ST
₹250
Female Candidates
₹250
Ex-Servicemen
₹250
Transgender
₹250
Minorities
₹250
Economically Backward Class (EBC)
₹250
RRB ALP Recruitment Salary Details
Component
Details
Pay Level
Level-2
Basic Pay
₹19,900
Dearness Allowance (DA)
As Applicable
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
As Applicable
Transport Allowance
As Applicable
Other Railway Allowances
As Per Rules
Approximate Monthly Salary
₹35,000 – ₹40,000+
RRB ALP Important Dates 2026
Event
Date
Indicative Notice Release
21 March 2026
Online Application Start Date
15 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
14 June 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment
16 June 2026
Application Correction Window Start
17 June 2026
Application Correction Window End
26 June 2026
CBT 1 Exam Date
To Be Announced
CBT 2 Exam Date
To Be Announced
CBAT Date
To Be Announced
Result Date
To Be Announced
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment
Candidates need to visit the official RRB application portal and complete the online registration process. After registration, fill in the required personal and educational details, upload the necessary documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the closing date. It is advisable to keep a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
