Railway ALP Recruitment 2026 Apply Assistant Loco Pilot 11127 Vacancy

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Railway ALP Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board has announced for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot in various railway zones across India with 11127 vacancies this is one of the biggest ALP recruitments.

Railway ALP Recruitment Overview

Recruitment BoardRailway Recruitment Board
Post NameAssistant Loco Pilot
Total Posts11127 Vacancy
Qualification10th Passed
SalaryRs. 63,200/- Per Month
Application Date15th May – 14th June 2026

Railway ALP Recruitment

The RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 is a nation-level recruitment exam for selecting eligible candidates for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot. It is one of the most sought-after jobs in the technical sector of Indian Railways. Aspirants can check the important dates and key highlights from the table below. Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the RRB ALP CEN 01/2026.

Educational Qualification:

  • Must possess a Matriculation / SSLC pass certificate.
  • Must have ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic Diesel, etc., OR a Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile) from a recognized board or institute.
  • Specific trade-wise qualification will be detailed in the full notification.

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026):

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years

Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) will be applicable as per Indian Railways rules.

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Railway ALP Recruitment Vacancy

A total of 11,127 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under CEN 01/2026. These vacancies are distributed across different railway zones and production units. The complete zone-wise and community-wise vacancy break-up will be provided in the detailed notification.

A total of 11,127 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot. The RRB-wise and Zone-wise vacancy distribution is given below (Provisional vacancies):

RRBURSCSTOBCEWSTotal
Ahmedabad6222113814147
Ajmer262975914240600
Prayagraj28437276544457
Bengaluru8031155420200
Bhopal194742311715423
Bhubaneshwar548703648180
Bilaspur18777756453520
Chandigarh5639234920187
Chennai9324144118190
Gorakhpur2811371712105
Guwahati2721096316468676
Jammu15858340
Kolkata13553358932344
Malda10941207327270
Mumbai290207993441381078
Muzaffarpur186311442
Patna411682810103
Ranchi2481506321371745
Secunderabad3871195722883874
Siliguri243916860
Trivandrum4385727
Total48601746919259810041112

Railway ALP Recruitment Salary

Selected candidates for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot will receive a handsome salary.

  • Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
  • Initial Pay: Approximately ₹19,900 (Basic Pay)
  • Along with the basic pay, candidates will also be eligible for various allowances like DA, HRA, TA, and other perks as per Indian Railways rules.
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Railway ALP Recruitment Selection

The selection process for RRB ALP recruitment is thorough and designed to evaluate a candidate’s technical knowledge, aptitude, and fitness for the role. Candidates must successfully clear each stage to move forward in the recruitment cycle. The process includes the following steps:

  1. CBT-1 (First Stage Computer Based Test): This is a screening test. Marks from CBT-1 are not counted in the final merit list.
  2. CBT-2 (Second Stage Computer Based Test): Candidates who qualify in CBT-1 appear for CBT-2. It consists of Part A (General subjects) and Part B (Trade-related).
  3. CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test): Candidates shortlisted from CBT-2 will have to appear for the aptitude test.
  4. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who clear CBAT are called for document verification.
  5. Medical Examination: A final medical fitness test is conducted as per the standards required for Loco Pilots.

Railway ALP Recruitment Application Fee

Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.

CategoryApplication Fee
General/OBC/EWSRs.500/-
SC/ST/FemaleRs.250/-

Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.

  • NOTE: Only the candidates appearing for CBT-1 will get refund of their examination fee. Like Gen/OBC/EWS Candidates Rs. 400/ and SC/ST/ Female/ESM Candidates: Rs. 250/-

Railway ALP Recruitment Application Dates

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for Railway Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 from 15th May 2026 onwards. Candidates must complete their application before the last date to avoid last-minute technical glitches.

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Short Notification16th March 2026
Notification Release14th May 2026
Application Start Date15th May 2026
Application End Date14th June 2026
Modification Window17th – 26th June 2026
Exam DateUpdate Soon

Candidates should keep checking the official websites of RRBs for updates. The process will be fully online.

How To Apply Railway ALP Recruitment

Candidates who are eligible and interested will be able to apply online once the notification is officially released.

  1. Visit the official website at rrbcdg.gov.in
  2. Find and click on the link “CEN 01/2026 – Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment.”
  3. Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID.
  4. Fill in the required personal and educational details in the form.
  5. Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and documents.
  6. Pay the application fee through online modes.
  7. Double-check all the details and apply.
  8. Take a printout of the confirmation page.

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