The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB ALP Notification 2026 (CEN 01/2026) to fill 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies across various railway zones. Candidates who have completed Class 10 along with ITI, Diploma, or Engineering qualifications in a suitable discipline are eligible to apply. The online application process is currently underway, and interested candidates can submit their forms through the official RRB website until 14 June 2026.
RRB ALP Notification 2026 Out
The Railway Recruitment Board conducts recruitment through its 21 regional boards functioning under the Ministry of Railways. Candidates are advised to download and read the official RRB ALP Notification 2026 PDF to understand all important details related to vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and application instructions. The direct notification link is provided below.
Download RRB ALP Notification Official PDF
Railway ALP Exam: Summary
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board |
| Exam Name | RRB ALP 2026 |
| Advt No. | CEN 01/2026 |
| Exam Type | National level |
| Total Vacancy | 11127 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 15th May to 14th June 2026 |
| Notification Status | Released |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years |
| Qualification | Class 10th + ITI |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Salary | Rs. 19,900 – Pay Level 2 |
| Selection Process | CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, DV, and Medical Examination |
| Participating RRBS | 21 |
| Official website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
| ALP Job Profile | Operating locomotives, monitoring signals, track conditions, ensuring passenger and freight train safety, and handling minor technical issues during operation. |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply RRB ALP Form Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14th May 2026 |
| Online Application Form Out | 15th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Form | 14th June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 16th June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Dates | 17th to 26th June 2026 |
Vacancy Details Category Wise
The RRB ALP 2026 recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates who want to work in Indian Railways as an Assistant Loco Pilot. With 11,127 vacancies available, a large number of candidates can benefit from this recruitment drive. The Railway Recruitment Board has also been releasing ALP vacancies regularly over the last few years, making it a popular job opportunity for railway aspirants.
Total vacancy is 11,127.
- UR: 4860
- SC: 1746
- ST: 919
- OBC: 2598
- EWS: 1004
Zone-wise ALP Vacancy Details
| RRB Names | Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
| RRB Ahmedabad | WR | 62 | 22 | 11 | 38 | 14 | 147 | 15 |
| RRB Ajmer | NWR | 262 | 97 | 59 | 142 | 40 | 600 | 60 |
| WCR | 56 | 18 | 0 | 32 | 12 | 118 | 12 | |
| RRB Prayagraj | NCR | 284 | 37 | 27 | 65 | 44 | 457 | 46 |
| NR | 62 | 23 | 11 | 42 | 15 | 153 | 15 | |
| RRB Bengaluru | SWR | 80 | 31 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 200 | 20 |
| RRB Bhopal | WCR | 194 | 74 | 23 | 117 | 15 | 423 | 42 |
| WR | 15 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 30 | 3 | |
| RRB Bhubaneshwar | ECoR | 548 | 70 | 36 | 48 | 99 | 801 | 80 |
| RRB Bilaspur | CR | 187 | 77 | 52 | 0 | 6 | 322 | 32 |
| SECR | 84 | 29 | 14 | 53 | 20 | 200 | 20 | |
| RRB Chandigarh | NR | 56 | 39 | 23 | 49 | 20 | 187 | 19 |
| RRB Chennai | SR | 93 | 24 | 14 | 41 | 14 | 186 | 19 |
| RRB Gorakhpur | NER | 28 | 11 | 37 | 17 | 12 | 105 | 10 |
| RRB Guwahati | NFR | 272 | 109 | 63 | 164 | 68 | 676 | 68 |
| RRB Jammu | NR | 158 | 58 | 30 | 110 | 44 | 400 | 40 |
| RRB Kolkata | ER | 135 | 53 | 35 | 89 | 32 | 344 | 34 |
| SER | 280 | 101 | 52 | 40 | 24 | 497 | 50 | |
| RRB Malda | ER | 109 | 41 | 20 | 73 | 27 | 270 | 27 |
| SER | 117 | 43 | 22 | 78 | 29 | 289 | 29 | |
| RRB Mumbai | CR | 290 | 207 | 99 | 344 | 138 | 1078 | 108 |
| SCR | 32 | 7 | 4 | 26 | 9 | 78 | 8 | |
| WR | 14 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 5 | 37 | 4 | |
| RRB Muzaffarpur | ECR | 18 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 42 | 4 |
| RRB Patna | ECR | 41 | 16 | 8 | 28 | 10 | 103 | 10 |
| RRB Ranchi | ECR | 224 | 83 | 42 | 150 | 56 | 555 | 56 |
| SER | 248 | 150 | 63 | 213 | 71 | 745 | 74 | |
| RRB Secunderabad | ECoR | 387 | 119 | 57 | 228 | 33 | 824 | 82 |
| SCR | 238 | 90 | 45 | 162 | 61 | 596 | 61 | |
| RRB Siliguri | NFR | 243 | 90 | 46 | 161 | 60 | 600 | 60 |
| RRB Trivandrum | SR | 43 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 64 | 7 |
| Total | 4860 | 1746 | 919 | 2598 | 1004 | 11127 | 1115 |
RRB ALP Eligibility
Candidates who fulfil the following eligibility conditions can register for RRB ALP 2026:
Railway ALP Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 30 years as on 1st July 2026. Age relaxation is provided as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years
RRB ALP Qualification
Must have one of the following:
- 10th Pass from a recognised board with ITI certificate in a relevant trade (e.g., Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, Welder, etc.)
- OR a 3-year Diploma/Degree in Engineering
RRB ALP Medical Standards (A 1)
| Medical Standard | General Fitness |
Vision Standards
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| A-1 | Physically fit in all respects |
Distant Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses (with fogging test; +2D not accepted)
Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses Other Tests: Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc. |
RRB ALP Apply Online 2026 Link
The online application process for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot 2026 is ongoing on the official RRB website. Eligible candidates can use the link to register, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee online. The last date to submit an application is 14 June 2026, to avoid any last-minute problems. The direct application link is provided below for easy access.
For any online application process-related help, candidates can either email RRB @rrbhelp@csc.gov.in or call @Phone:0172-565-3333 and 9592001188 within the working hours.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
Refund After CBT 1 exam
|
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minority, and Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates | ₹250 | Full ₹250 refund |
| All Other Candidates | ₹500 | ₹400 refund |
Steps to Apply Online for RRB ALP 2026
After creating your RRB account, follow these simple steps to complete the application form:
- Visit the RRB Website: Open the official RRB website and click on the RRB ALP 2026 Apply Online link.
- Log In: Enter the registration credentials received during account creation.
- Fill in the Details: Provide your personal, educational, and other required information correctly as per your documents.
- Select Exam City: Choose your preferred exam city from the available options.
- Upload Documents: Upload your photograph, signature, and SC/ST certificate (if applicable) in the prescribed format and size.
Document Format File Size Photograph JPG/JPEG 50 KB – 150 KB Signature JPG/JPEG 30 KB – 49 KB SC/ST Certificate PDF Less than 400 KB - Pay Application Fee: Complete the fee payment through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the Form: Review all details carefully, submit the application, and save or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important: Ensure that all information entered in the application form matches your original documents to avoid rejection.
Selection Process Stages
There are 5 stages in the Assistant Loco Pilot Selection Process:
| Stage | Selection Process | Details |
| Stage 1 | CBT 1 |
Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for UR, 30% for OBC/SC, and 25% for ST candidates.
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| Stage 2 | CBT 2 |
Tests trade-specific engineering subject knowledge and carries 50% weightage in the final merit list.
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| Stage 3 | CBAT (Psycho Test) |
Includes 5 test batteries covering Memory, Direction Following, Depth Perception, Concentration, and Perceptual Speed. Minimum 42 marks required to qualify.
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| Stage 4 | Document Verification |
Verification of original documents and certificates submitted by candidates.
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| Stage 5 | Medical Examination |
Candidates must meet strict A-1 medical standards, including 6/6 vision without glasses.
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RRB ALP New Exam Pattern
The General Awareness Section from CBT 1 has been removed by RRB, and now there are only 3 sections: Maths, Mental Ability, and General Science. However, the number of questions, total marks, and duration remain the same.
| ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern |
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| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 75 | 75 | 60 Minutes |
| Mental Ability | |||
| General Science | |||
| Total | 75 | 75 | |
| ALP CBT 2 Exam Pattern |
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| Part | Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| A | Mathematics | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | ||||
| General Science | ||||
| B | Relevant Trade | 75 | 75 | 60 minutes |
| Total | 175 | 175 | 2 hours 30 minutes | |
RRB ALP Exam Language
The Computer-Based Test 1 and 2 will be available in English, Hindi and 13 regional Indian languages.
- Assamese,
- Bengali,
- Gujarati,
- Kannada,
- Konkani,
- Malayalam,
- Manipuri,
- Marathi,
- Odia,
- Punjabi,
- Tamil,
- Telugu
- Urdu).
RRB ALP CBAT
CBAT is a psychological aptitude test designed to assess a candidate’s mental alertness, decision-making ability, concentration, and reaction time
- Conducted only in English and Hindi
- No negative marking
- Candidates must clear each test battery separately
- Must score a minimum T-Score of 42 in each test battery
- Failing in even one battery leads to disqualification
Railway RRB ALP Salary & Pay Scale
Assistant Loco Pilots (ALPs) are placed in Pay Level 2 of the 7th Pay Commission with a starting basic pay of Rs 19,900 per month. In addition to the basic salary, employees receive various allowances and benefits, which increase the monthly earnings to approximately Rs 25,000– Rs 35,000, depending on the place of posting and applicable deductions. ALPs are also entitled to several benefits, including railway passes, medical facilities, pension benefits, and other allowances as per Railway rules.
RRB ALP Exam Centre List
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will conduct the ALP CBT examinations at various exam cities across the country. Candidates should carefully select their preferred exam city while filling out the application form. Before each stage of the examination, RRB will issue a City Intimation Slip informing candidates about their allotted exam city and exam centre details
| States/UTs | RRB ALP Exam Centres |
| Kerala |
Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, Thrissur, Trivandrum.
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| Madhya Pradesh |
Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain.
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| Maharashtra |
Ahmednagar, Akola, Amravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Bhandara, Buldana, Chandrapur, Dhule, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Madgaon, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nandurbar, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Pandharpur, Parbhani, Pimpri, Chinchwad, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangamner, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Sindhudurg, Thane, Wardha, Washim, Yavatmal
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| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong, Ri-Bhoi |
| Mizoram | Aizwal |
| Nagaland | Dimapur, Kohima |
| Odisha |
Angul, Balasore, Bargarh, Baripada, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Jeypore, Jharsuguda, Khurda, Rayagada, Rourkela, Sambalpur,
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| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab |
Abohar, Amritsar, Banur, Barnala, Bhatinda, Fatehgarh, Sahib, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Khanna, Ludhiana, Malout, Moga, Mohali, Muktsar, Nawanshahr, Pathankot, Patiala, Phagwara, Ropar, Sangrur,
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| Rajasthan |
Abu Road, Ajmer, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bikaner, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Hanumangarh, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Jodhpur, Kota, Pali Marwar, Sikar, Sriganagnagar, Tonk, Udaipur
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| Sikkim | Bardang, Gangtok |
| Tamilnadu |
Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Kanyakumari, Krishnagiri, Madurai, Namakkal, Salem, Thanjavur, Thoothukudi, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Tirupur, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Villupuram, Virudhunagar
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| Telangana |
Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Kodad, Mahabubangar, Nalgonda, Nizamabad, Ranga, Reddy, Secunderabad, Siddipet, Warangal.
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| Tripura | Agartala, Bisramganj, Khowai, Teliamura, Udaypur |
| Uttar Pradesh |
Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Amroha, Banda, Barabanki, Bareilly, Bijnor, Bulandshahr, Faizabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Kaushambi, Lucknow, Mathura, Sitapur, Sultanpur, Varanasi
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| Uttarakhand |
Dehradun, Haldwani, Nainital, Roorkee, Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar
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| West Bengal |
Asansol, Bankura, Berhampore, Bishnupur, Burdwan, Durgapur, Haldia, Hooghly, Howrah, Kalyani, Kolkata, Kolkata/Greater Kolkata, Krishnanagar, Siliguri
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| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh |
Amalapuram, Anantapur, Bhimavaram, Challapalli, Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Gooty, Gudivada, Gudur, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kanchikachera, Kavali, Kurnool, Nandyal, Narasapuram, Narasaraopet, Nellore, Ongole, Proddatur, Puttur, Rajahmundry, Rajam, Rajampet, Srikakulam, Surampalem, Tadepalligudem, Tekkali, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
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| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar, Naharlagun |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Kokrajhar, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar |
Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Bihar Sharif, Darbhanga, Gaya, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea, Samastipur, Siwan,
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| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Chhattisgarh | Bilaspur, Durg, Bhilai Nagar, Raipur, |
| Delhi/NCR | Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, New Delhi, Noida |
| Goa | Verma |
| Gujarat |
Ahmedabad, Anand, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Dadra, Gandhinagar, Godhra, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Mehsana, Nadiad, Navsarim Rajkot, Silvassa, Surat, Surendranagar, Vadodara, Valsad, Vapi
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| Haryana |
Ambala, Bahadurgarh, Gurgaon, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Mohindergarh, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar
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| Himachal Pradesh |
Baddi, Bilaspur, Dharamsala, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Palampur, Shimla, Sirmaur, Solan, Sunder Nagarm, Una.
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| Jammu & Kashmir |
Anantnag, Awantipora, Baramulla, Jammu, Kathua, Pulwama, Samba, Srinagar, Udhampur.
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| Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka |
Bagalkot, Belgaum, Bellary, Bengaluru, Bidar, Bijapur, Chikballapur, Chikmagaluru, Davanagere, Dharwad, Gadag, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Kolar, Mangalore, Mysore, Puttur, Shimoga, Surathkal, Tumkur, Udupi, Uttara Kannada.
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