SarkariJobsForYou.com Exclusive – The Ministry of Railways has officially released the short notice for one of the biggest technical recruitment drives of the year. Under CEN No. 01/2026, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is inviting applications for 11,127 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP).
If you are a 10th-pass student with an ITI, Diploma, or Degree in Engineering, this is your golden opportunity to join the Indian Railways. Below is the complete information regarding the eligibility, dates, syllabus, and application process.
RRB ALP 2026 Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification No. | CEN 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 |
| Pay Level | Level 2 (Initial Pay ₹19,900) |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
Important Dates
Mark your calendars! Missing these dates could mean waiting another year for the next cycle.
- Short Notice Release: March 21, 2026
- Detailed Notification Release: May 14, 2026
- Opening Date for Online Applications: May 15, 2026
- Closing Date for Applications: June 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
- CBT 1 Exam Date: To be announced (Expected Aug-Sept 2026)
RRB ALP 2026 Vacancy Details (Zone-wise)
The 11,127 vacancies are distributed across all major Railway Zones. While the category-wise breakup (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) will be in the detailed PDF, here is the approved zonal distribution:
| Railway Zone | Vacancies | Railway Zone | Vacancies |
| Central Railway | 1,400 | South Central Railway | 674 |
| East Coast Railway | 1,625 | South Eastern Railway | 1,531 |
| Northeast Frontier | 1,276 | East Central Railway | 700 |
| Northern Railway | 740 | North Western Railway | 600 |
| Eastern Railway | 608 | Western Railway | 214 |
| Other Zones | Remaining | Total | 11,127 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications from a recognized institute:
- Matriculation (10th Pass) PLUS ITI in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio/TV/Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, etc.
- OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile).
- OR Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the engineering streams mentioned above.
2. Age Limit (as of July 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (Note: Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL is applicable).
3. Medical Standard
- Standard A-1: Distance Vision 6/6, 6/6 without glasses. Must pass tests for Color Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, and Night Vision.
Application Fee
The fee is partially refundable after you appear for the First Stage CBT.
- Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT-1)
- SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female/Minorities: ₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after CBT-1)
Selection Process
The recruitment involves five distinct stages:
- CBT-1: Screening test (75 questions, 60 mins).
- CBT-2: Two parts. Part A (Merit) and Part B (Trade qualifying).
- CBAT: Computer-Based Aptitude Test (Psychometric test).
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for RRB ALP 2026
- Visit the official portal: www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an Account: If you already applied for 2024-25 exams, use the same login.
- Aadhaar Verification: This is mandatory. Ensure your Aadhaar name and DOB match your 10th certificate exactly.
- Fill Details: Enter personal, educational, and trade preferences.
- Upload Documents: Upload a high-quality photo (white background) and signature.
- Pay Fee: Complete the payment through Net Banking/UPI/Debit Card.
- Submit: Save a copy of the application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Download Short Notice PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Starts May 15) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
FAQs
Q: Can final year students apply?
A: No, candidates must have their final results/certificates before the closing date of the application (June 14, 2026).
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: Yes, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Q: Can I apply for multiple RRB zones?
A: No, a candidate can only apply to one RRB zone. Multiple applications will lead to rejection.