The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official notification for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 01/2026. Eligible candidates having Matriculation with ITI, Diploma, or Engineering qualifications can apply online for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies across various Railway Zones in India.
Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization Name
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Advertisement No.
CEN 01/2026
Post Name
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Vacancies
11,127 Posts
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
Across India
Pay Level
Level-2 (7th CPC)
Initial Pay
₹19,900/-
Important Dates
Event
Date
Short Notification Release
21 March 2026
Detailed Notification Release
14 May 2026
Online Application Start Date
15 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
14 June 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment
16 June 2026
Application Modification Window
17 June 2026 to 26 June 2026
Application Status
Notify Later
Exam City Intimation
10 Days Before Exam
Admit Card Release
4 Days Before Exam
CBT-I Exam Date
To Be Announced
CBT-II Exam Date
To Be Announced
CBAT Date
To Be Announced
These dates match the 2026 ALP notification cycle and application schedule.
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹500/-
SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender
₹250/-
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online methods.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
Criteria
Age
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Railway Recruitment Board rules.
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
11,127
Grand Total
11,127 Posts
Educational Qualification
Post Name
Eligibility
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Matriculation / SSLC with ITI from NCVT/SCVT recognized institution OR Diploma in Engineering in relevant disciplines OR Degree in Engineering
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage-I
CBT-I
Stage-II
CBT-II
Stage-III
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Stage-IV
Document Verification
Stage-V
Medical Examination
Salary Details
Particulars
Details
Pay Level
Level-2
Initial Basic Pay
₹19,900/-
Allowances
DA, HRA, TA & Other Railway Allowances
Approx. In-Hand Salary
₹35,000 – ₹40,000 Per Month
Required Documents
Class 10th Mark Sheet & Certificate
ITI / Diploma / Engineering Degree Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Category Certificate (If Applicable)
EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)
How to Apply for Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Visit the official RRB application portal.
Complete registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Fill out the online application form carefully.
Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
