RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 11,127 Posts

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 11,127 Posts.The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification under CEN 01/2026 for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts. This year, Indian Railways has announced a massive 11,127 vacancies across different railway zones in India.

Candidates who have completed 10th with ITI or hold a Diploma/Degree in Engineering can apply online through the official RRB portal. The online application process started on 15 May 2026 and will continue until 14 June 2026.

For candidates dreaming of a stable government job in Indian Railways, this recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity with attractive salary, allowances, and career growth.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Post Name	Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Advertisement Number	CEN 01/2026
Total Vacancies	11,127
Application Mode	Online
Online Form Start Date	15 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	14 June 2026
Age Limit	18 to 30 Years
Salary	₹19,900 (Level-2)
Official Website	https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/

RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 Details

RRB has released category-wise vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot posts.

Category	Vacancies
UR	4860
OBC	2598
SC	1746
ST	919
EWS	1004
Total	11,127

The recruitment will be conducted across 21 Railway Recruitment Boards in India.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the required educational qualifications.

Applicants should have:

• 10th Pass with ITI Certificate in relevant trade
  OR
• Diploma/Degree in Engineering from a recognized institute.

Trades like Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, Welder, and related technical trades are eligible for ALP posts.

Age Limit

Candidates must meet the following age criteria as on 01 July 2026:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC (NCL): 3 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules

Application Fee

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

RRB will refund part of the fee after candidates appear in the CBT 1 examination.

Payment can be made online using:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI
• Mobile Wallet

RRB ALP Selection Process 2026

The RRB ALP selection process consists of multiple stages:

1. CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test)
2. CBT 2
3. CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify at every stage to get final selection in Indian Railways.

RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026

CBT 1 Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions
Mathematics	20
Mental Ability	25
General Science	20
General Awareness	10
Current Affairs	10

• Total Questions: 75
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Negative Marking: 1/3 Mark

CBT 2 Exam Pattern

CBT 2 includes:

• Part A
• Part B (Trade-based questions)

Candidates who clear CBT 2 will be called for CBAT.

RRB ALP Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC.

Post	Salary
Assistant Loco Pilot	₹19,900 per month

Additional benefits include:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Travel Allowance (TA)
• Railway Medical Facilities
• Pension Benefits

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	14 May 2026
Apply Online Start	15 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	14 June 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	16 June 2026
Correction Window	17 to 26 June 2026
Exam Date	To Be Announced

Candidates should complete their application before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Click on “RRB ALP Recruitment 2026”.
3. Complete the registration process.
4. Fill personal and educational details carefully.
5. Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page.