RRB ALP Notification 2026: Vacancies, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Pattern, Selection Process

The Indian Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the notification for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment under CEN 01/2026. Interested candidates can apply online from 15th May 2026 to 14th June 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification to understand all the details related to eligibility, post information, age limit, pay scale, selection procedure, and other important guidelines.
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RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Indian Railways |
| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Notification No. | CEN 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 11127 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Initial Salary | ₹19,900 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Application Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
The recruitment will be conducted by multiple RRBs, including Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi, Secunderabad, and others.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Short Notice Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online while submitting the form. The fee details are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee | Fee After CBT 1 Refund |
| General/OBC (NCL) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 refunded after appearing in CBT 1 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 refunded after appearing in CBT 1 |
| Women (All Categories) | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 refunded after appearing in CBT 1 |
Note: The fee is partially or fully refunded after a candidate appears in CBT 1, as per RRB policy. Payment can be made via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Always verify the exact fee on the official notification PDF before paying.
Vacancy Details, Age Limit, and Qualification
Note: The Age Limit for the Railway RRB ALP Recruitment CEN 01/2026 is 18-30 Years. The Age will be calculated as of 01 July 2026. Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules once the detailed notification is released.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Qualification |
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11127 | ITI/ Engg. Diploma in Related Field |
Category-Wise RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Vacancy 2026 Details
| RRB | Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
| Ahmedabad | WR | 62 | 22 | 11 | 38 | 14 | 147 | 15 |
| Ajmer | NWR | 262 | 97 | 59 | 142 | 40 | 600 | 60 |
| Ajmer | WCR | 56 | 18 | 0 | 32 | 12 | 118 | 12 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | 284 | 37 | 27 | 65 | 44 | 457 | 46 |
| Prayagraj | NR | 62 | 23 | 11 | 42 | 15 | 153 | 15 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 80 | 31 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 200 | 20 |
| Bhopal | WCR | 194 | 74 | 23 | 117 | 15 | 423 | 42 |
| Bhopal | WR | 15 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 30 | 3 |
| Bhubaneshwar | ECoR | 548 | 70 | 36 | 48 | 99 | 801 | 80 |
| Bilaspur | CR | 187 | 77 | 52 | 0 | 6 | 322 | 32 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | 84 | 29 | 14 | 53 | 20 | 200 | 20 |
| Chandigarh | NR | 56 | 39 | 23 | 49 | 20 | 187 | 19 |
| Chennai | SR | 93 | 24 | 14 | 41 | 14 | 186 | 19 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 28 | 11 | 37 | 17 | 12 | 105 | 10 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 272 | 109 | 63 | 164 | 68 | 676 | 68 |
| Jammu | NR | 158 | 58 | 30 | 110 | 44 | 400 | 40 |
| Kolkata | ER | 135 | 53 | 35 | 89 | 32 | 344 | 34 |
| Kolkata | SER | 280 | 101 | 52 | 40 | 24 | 497 | 50 |
| Malda | ER | 109 | 41 | 20 | 73 | 27 | 270 | 27 |
| Malda | SER | 117 | 43 | 22 | 78 | 29 | 289 | 29 |
| Mumbai | CR | 290 | 207 | 99 | 344 | 138 | 1078 | 108 |
| Mumbai | SCR | 32 | 7 | 4 | 26 | 9 | 78 | 8 |
| Mumbai | WR | 14 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 5 | 37 | 4 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 18 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 42 | 4 |
| Patna | ECR | 41 | 16 | 8 | 28 | 10 | 103 | 10 |
| Ranchi | ECR | 224 | 83 | 42 | 150 | 56 | 555 | 56 |
| Ranchi | SER | 248 | 150 | 63 | 213 | 71 | 745 | 74 |
| Secunderabad | ECoR | 387 | 119 | 57 | 228 | 33 | 824 | 82 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | 238 | 90 | 45 | 162 | 61 | 596 | 61 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 243 | 90 | 46 | 161 | 60 | 600 | 60 |
| Trivandrum | SR | 43 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 64 | 7 |
| Total | - | 4860 | 1746 | 919 | 2598 | 1004 | 11127 | 1115 |
RRB ALP Selection Process
Getting selected as an ALP involves five stages. You must clear each one to proceed to the next:
Stage 1: CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test) – Qualifying
Stage 2: CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test) – Merit-determining stage
Stage 3: CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
Stage 4: Document Verification
Stage 5: Medical Examination (Conducted by Railway Medical Administration)
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026 (Revised)
| ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern | |||
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 75 | 75 | 60 Minutes |
| Mental Ability | |||
| General Science | |||
| 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 |
Is there a negative marking in the RRB ALP Exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd or 0.33 mark in both CBT 1 and CBT 2 of the RRB ALP Examination.
RRB ALP Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 19,900/month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) |
As per government rates
|
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) |
Based on the posting city
|
| Transport Allowance | Applicable |
| Gross In-Hand Salary |
Rs. 26,000 – Rs. 27,000/month
|
RRB ALP Job Location – Posting & Transfer Rules
As per the official rules, once appointed, an Assistant Loco Pilot is usually posted within the same Zonal Railway or Production Unit where they are first assigned. Your first posting will be in the Railway Zone or Unit under the RRB you selected.
Transfers to other Railways or departments can only happen if required by the Railway Administration (service exigencies). They cannot be claimed as a matter of right.
Also, transfer requests are usually considered only after completing 5 to 10 years of service. This means transfers are very restricted in the early years, so candidates should choose their RRB carefully, keeping in mind the Railway Zones it covers and the likely job locations.
How to Apply for RRB ALP 2026
All applications must be submitted online only through the official centralised portal. Offline or postal applications won't be accepted.
Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in
- Register using your basic details to generate a Login ID and Password.
- Fill in the online application form with your correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Verify your Aadhaar details – Make sure your name and date of birth exactly match your Class 10 certificate. Also, ensure your photo and biometrics (fingerprint & iris) are updated.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Final Tip for Candidates
Before submitting your application, carefully double-check every detail to avoid any mistakes. Once the form is submitted, keep a copy of the confirmation page safe. Also, keep checking the official RRB website for updates on the exam date, admit card, and other important notifications.
Best of luck to all RRB ALP 2026 aspirants!
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