Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Notification under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across various railway zones in India.
This recruitment is one of the biggest railway vacancy opportunities for ITI, Diploma, and engineering candidates preparing for central government jobs. A total of 11127 vacancies have been announced for different RRB zones.
Candidates can apply online from 15 May 2026 to 14 June 2026 through the official RRB websites. 0
This is a golden opportunity for candidates searching for:
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 11127 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Initial Salary | ₹19,900 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, DV |
| Age Limit | 18–30 Years |
| Medical Standard | A-1 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 21 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17 June – 26 June 2026 |
| CBT-1 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| RRB Zone | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 147 |
| Ajmer | 718 |
| Prayagraj | 610 |
| Bengaluru | 200 |
| Bhopal | 453 |
| Bhubaneswar | 801 |
| Bilaspur | 522 |
| Chandigarh | 187 |
| Chennai | 186 |
| Gorakhpur | 105 |
| Guwahati | 676 |
| Jammu | 400 |
| Kolkata | 841 |
| Malda | 559 |
| Mumbai | 1193 |
| Muzaffarpur | 42 |
| Patna | 103 |
| Ranchi | 1300 |
| Secunderabad | 1420 |
| Siliguri | 600 |
| Trivandrum | 64 |
| Total | 11127 |
RRB-wise and Railway Zone-wise vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease later. 2
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 4860 |
| SC | 1746 |
| ST | 919 |
| OBC | 2598 |
| EWS | 1004 |
| Total | 11127 |
| Post | Basic Pay | Approx In-Hand Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | ₹19,900 | ₹35,000 – ₹42,000 |
Candidates must have:
Candidates waiting for final result are not eligible to apply.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18–30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 18–33 Years |
| SC/ST | 18–35 Years |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Female / EBC | ₹250 |
Candidates appearing in CBT-1 will get fee refund as per rules.
Selection will be conducted through:
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Mental Ability | 25 |
| General Science | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Total | 75 |
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Intelligence | 25 |
| Basic Science & Engineering | 40 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Relevant Trade Questions:
The post of Assistant Loco Pilot requires A-1 Medical Standard.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has introduced an important change in the final merit calculation process for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment.
Earlier, the final merit was prepared using:
Now the final merit list will be prepared with:
| Exam Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| CBT-2 Part A | 50% |
| CBAT Score | 50% |
This means the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) will now play a much more important role in final selection.
According to the official notification:
Final merit will be prepared RRB-wise based on combined marks obtained in CBT-2 Part A and CBAT with 50:50 weightage.
Candidates qualifying in CBAT will be shortlisted for:
👉 Do not ignore CBAT preparation.
👉 Practice aptitude and reaction-based mock tests regularly.
👉 Focus on speed, concentration, and decision-making ability.
This update can significantly impact final selection chances in RRB ALP Recruitment 2026.
Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery are not eligible.
Go to https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/
Register using mobile number and email ID.
Use registration credentials.
Enter:
Upload photo and signature carefully.
Pay fee through:
Submit application and save printout.
ALP candidates can get promotion to:
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RRB has released Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across India.
A total of 11127 posts have been announced.
Candidates can apply till 14 June 2026.
Applications are accepted only in online mode.
Initial basic pay is ₹19,900 under Level-2 pay scale.
Approx in-hand salary may reach ₹35,000–₹42,000.
Candidates need ITI, Diploma, or Engineering qualification.
Qualification must be from recognized institute.
Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for wrong answers.
Negative marking applies in CBT-1 and CBT-2.
No, candidates awaiting final result are not eligible.
Qualification must be completed before last date.
General candidates must be between 18–30 years.
Relaxation available for reserved categories.
No, candidates with LASIK surgery are not eligible.
ALP requires strict A-1 medical standard.
General/OBC candidates need to pay ₹500.
SC/ST/Female candidates need ₹250.
Yes, it is one of the best railway jobs in India.
It offers good salary, promotion, and job security.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest railway recruitment opportunities for ITI, Diploma, and engineering candidates. With 11127 vacancies, good salary, and central government benefits, eligible candidates should apply before the last date.
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