RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 (CEN 01/2026): 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot Vacancies
Railway Recruitment Board has notified 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies under CEN 01/2026. The online application window ran from 15 May to 14 June 2026; CBT-1 and admit-card details are awaited.
Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 11127 |
| Qualification | Class 10th (SSLC) plus ITI in a relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT), OR a 3-year Engineering Diploma, OR an Engineering Degree. |
| Job Location | All India (17 Railway Zones) |
| Salary | Level-2 (7th CPC), initial pay ₹19,900 per month plus railway allowances |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 Jun 2026 |
Important Dates
| Notification (CEN 01/2026) | 14 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 17 – 26 June 2026 |
| CBT-1 Exam Date | To be announced (expected 2nd half of 2026) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT-1) |
| SC/ST/Female/Transgender/Minority/EBC | ₹250 (refunded after CBT-1) |
Age Limit
18 to 30 years as on 01 July 2026. Relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC-NCL +3 years, plus PwBD and Ex-Servicemen relaxations as per railway rules.
Eligibility / Qualification
Class 10th (SSLC) plus ITI in a relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT), OR a 3-year Engineering Diploma, OR an Engineering Degree.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released notification CEN No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) across 17 railway zones and all participating RRBs. Applications were submitted online at rrbapply.gov.in between 15 May and 14 June 2026.
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection is through five stages: First Stage CBT (CBT-1, screening), Second Stage CBT (CBT-2), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification and Medical Examination. CBT-1 has 75 MCQs in 60 minutes (Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Science) with 1/3 negative marking. The final merit is based on CBT-2 Part-A (50%) and CBAT (50%).
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11,127 | 10th + ITI / Diploma / Degree (Engineering) |
Selection Process
CBT-1 (screening) → CBT-2 → Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination.
How to Apply
- Visit the central recruitment portal rrbapply.gov.in.
- Register / log in and open the RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 application.
- Fill educational details and choose a single RRB zone (applying to multiple RRBs leads to disqualification).
- Upload photograph and signature, then pay the application fee online.
- Submit and save a copy of the completed form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ALP vacancies are there in 2026?
RRB has notified 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies under CEN 01/2026.
Is the RRB ALP 2026 application still open?
No. The online application window closed on 14 June 2026. The next steps are CBT-1 scheduling and admit-card release.
What is the CBT-1 exam pattern?
75 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes from Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Science, with 1/3 negative marking.
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