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The RRB ALP Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 01/2026 Indicative Notification Out through Employment News Paper dated 21st March 2026 Issue. Government of India, Ministry of Railways, Railway Board has approved and released the Assessment of Vacancies Notification on 19th February 2026 for 11,127 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) in Pay Level-2. A Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) will be issued in May 2026 shortly for online applications. Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official vacancy notification and forthcoming CEN before applying. The RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Online Registration scheduled to be open from 15th May to 14th June 2026.

Organization

RRB ALP 2026

Total No Of Vacancy

Total Post - 11127

Posts

Post Name

Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)

Total Vacancies

11,127 Posts

Age Limit

18-30 Years as on 01/07/2026

Monthly Salary

₹19,900 - 63200/- (Level 2)

Minimum Qualification

Matriculation + ITI / Diploma

Application Fee

₹500/- (Gen/OBC); ₹250/- (Others)

Selection Process

CBT-1, CBT-2, CBAT, DV, Medical

Job Location

Across India

Registration Period

15/05/2026 to 14/06/2026

Zonal Railway No. of Vacancies

Central Railway

1400

East Central Railway

700

East Coast Railway

1625

Eastern Railway

608

North Central Railway

457

North Eastern Railway

105

Northeast Frontier Railway

1276

Northern Railway

740

North Western Railway

600

South Central Railway

674

South East Central Railway

200

South Eastern Railway

1531

Southern Railway

250

South Western Railway

200

West Central Railway

541

Western Railway

214

Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW)

06

Total

11127

Qualification

  • Age Limit: 18 – 30 Years (Upper age relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST, 03 years for OBC-NCL, and as per Government rules for others).
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in specified trades (Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic), OR
    • Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the above trades, OR
    • Matriculation/SSLC plus 3-year Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering (or combination), OR
    • Degree in the above Engineering disciplines (in lieu of Diploma).
  • Medical Standard: A-1 (Physically fit in all respects, Vision 6/6 without glasses, normal colour/binocular vision, no LASIK surgery allowed).
  • Nationality: Indian citizen or eligible categories as per rules.

Application Form Fees

  • General / OBC Category: ₹500/-
  • SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: ₹250/- (Refundable on appearing in CBT-1)
  • Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI / Net Banking)

Selection Process

The selection process comprises the following stages:

  • Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage-1
  • Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage-2
  • Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination

Note: Negative marking of 1/3rd for wrong answers in CBT-1 and CBT-2.

Form Apply Process

Eligible candidates can apply online only through the official RRB application portal (www.rrbapply.gov.in) from 15th May 2026.

➢ Step 1: Create an account using mobile number and email (no changes allowed later).

➢ Step 2: Upload recent photograph, signature, and SC/ST certificate (if applicable) as per specifications.

➢ Step 3: Fill the application form, select preferred RRB and indicate Railway Zone preferences.

➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online.

➢ Step 5: Submit the application, review the preview, and take a printout of the final form and fee receipt.


Important Dates

Date of Vacancy Notification

19 February 2026

Opening Date for Online Registration

15/05/2026

Closing Date for Online Registration

14/06/2026

Date of CBT / Other Stages

To be notified later

Application Dates

Start Date:
Last Date: 14/06/2026