LATEST UPDATES : The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the short notification for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2026. This massive recruitment drive is for a total of 11,127 vacancies across various railway zones in India. Online applications are scheduled to start from 15 May 2026.
Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Assistant Loco Pilot (11,127 Vacancies)
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Railway RRB ALP Recruitment Online Form 2026 (CEN 01/2026)
🔍 Exam Overview
The RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) Exam 2026 is a national-level recruitment process conducted by the Indian Railways to induct skilled technical staff for driving trains. This job belongs to the Pay Level-2 category with a starting basic pay of ₹19,900. It is a highly coveted position due to job security and various central government allowances. Eligible candidates with ITI, Diploma, or Engineering degrees in relevant fields can secure their future in the Indian Space and Transport sector through this drive.
| 📅 IMPORTANT DATES | 💰 APPLICATION FEE |
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| Railway Zone | Approved Vacancies | Railway Zone | Approved Vacancies |
| Central Railway | 1400 | East Coast Railway | 1625 |
| Eastern Railway | 808 | Northeast Frontier | 1278 |
| Northern Railway | 740 | South Eastern Railway | 1531 |
| South Central Railway | 674 | East Central Railway | 700 |
| North Western Railway | 600 | West Central Railway | 541 |
| Others/CLW | 1230 | Grand Total | 11,127 |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Selection Stages: CBT Stage-I > CBT Stage-II > CBAT (Aptitude Test) > Document Verification > Medical Exam (A-1 Standard).
- CBT 1 Pattern: 75 Questions, 60 Minutes. Subjects: Maths, Mental Ability, General Science, and GA. Qualifying in nature.
- CBT 2 Pattern: Part A (100 Qs - Merit based) & Part B (75 Qs - Trade specific, qualifying 35%). Total time: 2.5 Hours.
- CBAT: Computer-Based Aptitude Test. Final merit: 70% weightage of CBT-2 Part A + 30% weightage of CBAT.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers in CBT 1 and CBT 2. No negative marking in CBAT.
| Criteria | Details for ALP Post |
| Education | 10th Pass + ITI (Fitter, Electrician, etc.) OR Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engg OR BE/B.Tech degree. |
| Age Limit | 18 - 30 Years (As on 01 July 2026). SC/ST: +5 Years, OBC: +3 Years relaxation. |
| Medical Standard | A-1 Category (Vision 6/6 without glasses mandatory). Must pass Colour Vision/Night Vision tests. |
📌 Important Guidelines for Students
- Aadhar Verification: Use Aadhar-linked mobile numbers during registration for smooth e-KYC.
- Educational Readiness: Candidates awaiting final results should NOT apply; certificates must be available before the closing date.
- Visual Fitness: Since A-1 medical standard is required, candidates with Lasik surgery or weak eyesight are generally not eligible for ALP.
- Mistake to Avoid: Ensure your Name and DOB in Aadhar match 100% with your 10th marksheet to avoid scrutiny delays.
- Visit the official RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on "Apply" -> "Create an Account" for fresh registration.
- Enter valid Email, Mobile, and Aadhar details to get credentials.
- Login and choose your preferred RRB Zone carefully (Once selected, cannot be changed).
- Fill in the academic data and select your ITI/Diploma trade for CBT-2 Part B.
- Upload scanned Photograph and Signature in the prescribed size (30-70kb).
- Pay the application fee via online mode and print the confirmation page.
| OFFICIAL RAILWAY PORTAL ACCESS | |
| 📝 Apply Online (Registration) | Link Active on 15 May |
| 📄 Download Short Notice | Click Here |
| 🌐 RRB Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
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Note – आवेदकों को सलाह दी जाती है कि वे अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले आधिकारिक अधिसूचना (CEN 01/2026) को ध्यान से जरूर पढे ।
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