RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – 11,127 Vacancies

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Job Overview

• Organization: Indian Railways (Railway Recruitment Board – RRB)
• Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
• Advertisement No.: CEN 01/2026
• Total Vacancies: 11,127 Posts
• Job Type: Central Government Job
• Job Location: Across India (17 Railway Zones)
• Application Mode: Online

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown (Expected)

Category	Approx Posts
General (UR)	4,500+
OBC	3,000+
SC	1,600+
ST	900+
EWS	1,100+

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have:

• 10th Pass (Matriculation) + ITI (relevant trade)
  OR
• Diploma / Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile)

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)

• Minimum: 18 Years
• Maximum: 30 Years
• Age relaxation:
  1. SC/ST: 5 Years
  2. OBC: 3 Years

Salary Details

• Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC)
• Basic Pay: ₹19,900/month
• In-Hand Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 approx
• Additional Benefits:
  1. DA (Dearness Allowance)
  2. HRA
  3. Travel Allowance
  4. Night Duty Allowance

Application Fees

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹500
SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender / Minorities / EBC / PwBD	₹250

Selection Process

The recruitment will be conducted in 5 stages:

1. CBT Stage 1 (Preliminary Exam)
2. CBT Stage 2 (Technical Exam)
3. CBAT (Aptitude Test – only for ALP)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Exam Patter

CBT 1:

• Mathematics
• General Intelligence & Reasoning
• General Science
• General Awareness

Total Questions: 75
Duration: 60 minutes

Job Responsibilitie

• Assist in driving trains
• Monitor signals & track conditions
• Ensure passenger and train safety
• Handle locomotive equipment
• Work in shifts (including night duty)

Zone-wise Vacancy

• Recruitment across 17 railway zones
• Highest vacancies in:
  1. East Coast Railway
  2. South Eastern Railway
  3. Central Railway

How to Apply

1. Visit official website: rrbapply.gov.in
2. Register/Login
3. Fill application form
4. Upload documents
5. Pay fee
6. Submit & print application

Important Instructions

• Aadhaar verification required for 2026 applicants
• Apply only through official website
• Check detailed notification before applying

Important Link of RRB ALP Recruitment 2026

Application Form	15 May 2026
Official Notification	To Be Updated
WhatsApp Channel	Click Here
FaceBook Page	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – RRB ALP 2026

1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRB ALP 2026?

The total number of vacancies is 11,127 posts for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP).

2. What is the starting date to apply for RRB ALP 2026?

The application process will start from 15 May 2026.

3. What is the last date to apply

The last date to submit the application form is 14 June 2026.

4. What is the minimum qualification required?

Candidates must have:

• 10th Pass + ITI, OR
• Diploma/Degree in Engineering (relevant fields)

5. What is the age limit for ALP 2026?

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years
  (Age relaxation applicable as per government rules)

6. What is the salary of an Assistant Loco Pilot?

• Basic Pay: ₹19,900
• In-hand Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 (approx)

7. What is the selection process?

The selection includes:

1. CBT 1
2. CBT 2
3. CBAT (Aptitude Test)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Test

8. Is there negative marking in the exam?

Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

9. When will the CBT exam be conducted

The CBT exam date is not yet announced.

10. How can I apply for RRB ALP 2026?

You can apply online through the official RRB website once the application link is active.

11. Is ITI mandatory for ALP?

Yes, ITI is required unless you have a diploma/degree in engineering.

12. Is this a permanent government job?

Yes, ALP is a permanent Central Government job under Indian Railways.