Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Indian Railways, Government of India, have released the official notification for Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026. A total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies have been announced across various RRB zones. The online application process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 started from 15th May 2026 at rrb.gov.in. Candidates can check all important details related to vacancy, eligibility, selection process, salary, and application procedure in this article.
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Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
The Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 is one of the most awaited railway recruitments in India, offering a great opportunity for candidates who want to build a career in the Indian Railways. The online registration process started from 15th May 2026, and the last date to apply online is June 14, 2026 (11:59 PM). Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application through their respective regional RRB websites or through the central application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
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RRB ALP Notification 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB ALP Notification 2026 under CEN No. 01/2026, announcing 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across various RRB zones in India. The detailed Railway ALP Notification 2026 PDF has already been released with complete information regarding eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, salary, and important dates. Candidates can download the official notification PDF from the link given below and check all important details related to Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Overview
*Organization: Indian Railways Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)*Conducted By: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
*Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
*Total Vacancies: 11,127 Posts
*Category: Railway Jobs
*Application Mode: Online
*Application Dates: May 15 to June 14, 2026
*Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC)
*Initial Salary: ₹19,900/- per month
*Official Website: https://www.rrbbbs.gov.in/
Important Dates – Railway ALP Vacancy 2026
- Short Notification Release: 20th March 2026
- Detailed Notification Release: 15th May 2026
- Online Registration Start Date: 15th May 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14th June 2026 (23:59 hrs)
- RRB ALP Exam Date: To be announced
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RRB ALP Vacancy 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a total of 11,127 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under CEN No. 01/2026 across different Railway Zones in India. These vacancies are distributed RRB-wise and Zone-wise for various categories including UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates.
Zone Wise RRB ALP Vacancy 2026
- Ahmedabad (WR) – 147 Posts
- Ajmer (NWR) – 600 Posts
- Ajmer (WCR) – 118 Posts
- Prayagraj (NCR) – 457 Posts
- Prayagraj (NR) – 153 Posts
- Bengaluru (SWR) – 200 Posts
- Bhopal (WCR) – 423 Posts
- Bhopal (WR) – 30 Posts
- Bhubaneswar (ECoR) – 801 Posts
- Bilaspur (CR) – 322 Posts
- Bilaspur (SECR) – 200 Posts
- Chandigarh (NR) – 187 Posts
- Chennai (SR) – 186 Posts
- Gorakhpur (NER) – 105 Posts
- Guwahati (NFR) – 676 Posts
- Jammu Srinagar (NR) – 400 Posts
- Kolkata (ER) – 344 Posts
- Kolkata (SER) – 497 Posts
- Malda (ER) – 270 Posts
- Malda (SER) – 289 Posts
- Mumbai (CR) – 1,078 Posts
- Mumbai (SCR) – 78 Posts
- Mumbai (WR) – 37 Posts
- Muzaffarpur (ECR) – 42 Posts
- Patna (ECR) – 103 Posts
- Ranchi (ECR) – 555 Posts
- Ranchi (SER) – 745 Posts
Note: The detailed category-wise vacancy distribution for each Railway Zone is available in Annexure-B of the official notification.
RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the required educational qualification and age limit as prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Only those candidates who meet all eligibility conditions will be considered for the recruitment process.
Educational Qualification
To apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post, candidates must have completed any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:
- Matriculation (10th pass) along with ITI in relevant trades approved by NCVT/SCVT
- Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile streams
- Candidates having a combination of various engineering disciplines may also be eligible (as per RRB norms)
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age relaxation
- OBC - 03 years
- SC/ST - 05 years
- PwD (UR) - 10 years
- PwD (OBC) - 13 years
- PwD (SC/ST) - 15 years
- Ex-Serviceman - As per rules
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online for Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 through the official application portal at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in from 15th May 2026 to June 14, 2026 (11:59 PM). The online application process will be conducted completely in online mode through the respective RRB websites and the central application portal. No offline application form will be accepted for this recruitment.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 2: Click on the Apply Online link
Step 3: Complete the new registration using basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID
Step 4: Login using the generated registration number and password
Step 5: Fill out the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and communication details
Step 6: Select the preferred RRB zone and exam center
Step 7: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents as per specifications
Step 8: Verify your details using Aadhaar authentication (if applicable)
Step 9: Pay the application fee through online payment modes
Step 10: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
RRB ALP Application Fee 2026
The application fee follows standard RRB rules:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 is refunded after appearing in CBT Stage 1)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (₹250 is refunded after appearing in CBT Stage 1)
RRB ALP Selection Process 2026
The selection process for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- CBT Stage 1 (Computer Based Test) – Screening test
- CBT Stage 2 (Computer Based Test) – Main examination
- CBAT (Aptitude Test) – Qualifying test for ALP
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
RRB ALP Salary 2026
Selected candidates for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 will receive a salary under Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC, with an initial basic pay of ₹19,900 per month. In addition to the basic salary, employees are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other railway benefits.
Important Links:
- Short Notification PDF: Click Here
- Detailed Notification PDF (English): Click Here
- Detailed Notification PDF (Hindi): Click Here
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
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