The Railway Recruitment Board has announced 11,127 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under CEN No. 01/2026 for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026–27. The detailed notification, containing information on eligibility, application process, and selection stages, will be released on 14 May 2026 on the official RRB websites. Candidates can check the key details of the recruitment, including important dates and the online application schedule, once the notification is published.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The RRB ALP Short Notice 2026 gives basic information about the recruitment. The online application will start on 15 May 2026 and continue until 14 June 2026. Candidates must apply within these dates. Those aged 18 to 30 years can apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot post, which comes under Pay Level 2 as per the 7th CPC.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026–27 Overview
| Particulars | Information |
| Organization |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
|
| Position |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
|
| Advertisement Number |
CEN No. 01/2026
|
| Total Posts | 11,127 |
| Notification Release Date | 14th May 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Criteria | 18 to 30 Years |
| Pay Scale |
Level 2 (7th CPC)
|
| Posting Location | Across India |
When will RRB release the ALP Notification 2026 PDF?
The detailed notification PDF for the recruitment will be released on 14 May 2026 across all regional websites of the Railway Recruitment Board, including Mumbai, Chandigarh, Ajmer, Prayagraj, and Bhopal. It will contain complete details regarding eligibility, application process, and selection procedure. The PDF will be made available here once it is officially published.
RRB ALP 2026 Important Dates
The online application process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 will begin shortly after the detailed notification is released. Candidates must submit their applications within the given timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 16th March 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 14th May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 15th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14th June 2026 |
RRB ALP Vacancy 2026-27
RRB has announced a total of 11,127 vacancies for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post through CEN No. 01/2026. These vacancies are distributed across various zonal railways of the Indian Railways network as mentioned below.
| S. No. | Zonal Railway |
Vacancies Approved
|
| 1 | Central Railway | 1400 |
| 2 | East Central Railway | 700 |
| 3 | East Coast Railway | 1625 |
| 4 | Eastern Railway | 608 |
| 5 | North Central Railway | 457 |
| 6 | North Eastern Railway | 105 |
| 7 | Northeast Frontier Railway | 1276 |
| 8 | Northern Railway | 740 |
| 9 | North Western Railway | 600 |
| 10 | South Central Railway | 674 |
| 11 | South East Central Railway | 200 |
| 12 | South Eastern Railway | 1531 |
| 13 | Southern Railway | 250 |
| 14 | South Western Railway | 200 |
| 15 | West Central Railway | 541 |
| 16 | Western Railway | 214 |
| 17 | Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) | 6 |
| Total | 11,127 | |
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RRB ALP 2026 Eligibility Criteria
According to the short notification released by the RRB, candidates must meet the following basic eligibility requirements:
Age Limit (As of 1/7/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years |
| Jammu and Kashmir PWD | 10 years + category relaxation |
| (1980–1989 domicile) | 5 years |
| Railway Staff (Group C/D, 3+ yrs) | UR: 40 yrs, OBC: 43 yrs, SC/ST: 45 yrs |
| Quasi-Administrative Railway Staff | Service period or 5 years (whichever is lower) |
| Widowed/Divorced Women | UR: 35 yrs, OBC: 38 yrs, SC/ST: 40 yrs |
| Apprentices (Act Apprentices) | UR: 35 yrs, OBC: 38 yrs |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th class) along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution, or hold a Diploma/Degree in Engineering in the संबंधित discipline. Detailed educational qualification requirements will be provided in the official notification scheduled for release on 14 May 2026.
RRB ALP Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment includes the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT 1)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT 2)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026
| ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern |
|||
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 60 Minutes |
| Mental Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 20 | 20 | |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 75 | 75 | |
| ALP CBT 2 Exam Pattern |
||||
| 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 Salary 2026
Candidates selected for the Assistant Loco Pilot post will receive a salary under Pay Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 19,900 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Transport Allowance |
| Gross In-Hand Salary | Rs. 26,000 – Rs. 27,000 |
RRB ALP Apply Online 2026 Link
The Railway Recruitment Board will begin the online application process for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts from 15 May 2026 on its official portal. Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications on or before 14 June 2026. After activation of the application link, the form can be filled and submitted through the official website.
RRB ALP 2026 Application Fee
- SC /ST/Ex-Serviceman/PWDs/Female/Transgender/Minorities/Economically backward class – Rs. 250/-
- General/Others – Rs. 500/-
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can submit their applications for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 through the official portal of the Railway Recruitment Board once the application process begins on 15 May 2026. The online application form will be available on the official website, and candidates can follow the steps below to apply.
- Visit the official website of the respective RRB region.
- Click on the link for CEN 01/2026 – Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment.
- Complete the registration process with basic details.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents and photographs.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.
RRB ALP Previous Year Cut Off (2024)
| Regions | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Allahabad | 59.58762 | 48.81898 | 25.00000 | 54.51497 | 40.09009 |
| Ahmedabad | 54.54866 | 36.01016 | 28.67093 | 41.38486 | 40.01062 |
| Ajmer | 54.33399 | 36.19905 | 27.99568 | 39.27168 | 40.18571 |
| Bengaluru | 58.49707 | 42.11754 | 31.24673 | 47.16846 | 40.07659 |
| Bilaspur | 58.41585 | 40.68537 | 30.39749 | 46.14813 | 40.00072 |
| Bhubaneswar | 60.98846 | 42.46741 | 44.08712 | 50.83900 | 40.13079 |
| Chennai | 49.51638 | 34.42298 | 25.07678 | 39.35185 | 40.15900 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 52.53989 | 35.49769 | 25.03159 | 38.15633 | 41.68780 |
| Patna | 67.59427 | 49.65962 | 25.23387 | 62.71106 | 55.43576 |
| Kolkata | 63.44130 | 45.72091 | 34.71880 | 46.82396 | 40.05217 |
| Gorakhpur | 63.90721 | 44.13580 | 25.24085 | 51.37573 | 40.09961 |
| Siliguri | 62.07384 | 44.20719 | 32.31988 | 55.41867 | 40.16589 |
| Ranchi | 61.61490 | 39.67185 | 31.05110 | 48.48820 | 40.44210 |
| Malda | 63.08442 | 41.57529 | 39.81481 | 55.98383 | 49.80281 |
| Mumbai | 57.17514 | 36.68775 | 30.48695 | 44.08769 | 40.17738 |
| Thiruvananthpuram | 48.93023 | 30.06046 | 31.49086 | 48.90687 | 40.09009 |
Advice for Candidates Applying for RRB ALP Notification 2026
- Start preparing according to the latest RRB ALP syllabus and exam pattern.
- Practice regularly with previous year question papers and mock tests.
- Pay special attention to Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Science.
- Submit the online application form well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- Stay updated with official announcements regarding the admit card release, exam dates, and other updates.
| Also Check: | |
| RRB ALP Salary 2026 | RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 |
| RRB ALP Previous Year Question Paper | RRB ALP Online Coaching |
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