Description
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 notification for 9,970 vacancies across various railway zones. Candidates who have completed Matriculation with ITI or possess a Diploma/Degree in relevant engineering disciplines can apply online through the RRB recruitment portal. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a career in Indian Railways.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 10 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 14–23 May 2026 |
| CBT-I Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / Female / EBC / Transgender | ₹250/- |
Fee Refund
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT-I.
- Reserved category candidates: Full fee refunded after appearing in CBT-I.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per RRB recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 9,970 |
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 4,116 |
| OBC | 2,289 |
| EWS | 991 |
| SC | 1,716 |
| ST | 858 |
| Total | 9,970 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following:
Option 1
- Class 10th (Matriculation) Passed
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
Option 2
- Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline
Option 3
- Engineering Degree in relevant stream
Eligible ITI Trades
- Electrician
- Fitter
- Electronics Mechanic
- Wireman
- Mechanic
- Turner
- Machinist
- Instrument Mechanic
- Other approved trades as mentioned in the notification
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- CBT Stage-I
- CBT Stage-II
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026
CBT-I
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Mental Ability | 25 |
| General Science | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Total | 75 |
Duration: 60 Minutes
CBT-II
Part A
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | |
| Basic Science & Engineering | |
| General Awareness |
Total Questions: 100
Duration: 90 Minutes
Part B
- Relevant Trade Questions
- Total Questions: 75
- Duration: 60 Minutes
Salary Details
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level-2 |
Basic Pay
₹19,900/- Per Month
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Railway Travel Pass
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits
Medical Standards
Candidates must qualify the prescribed medical standards under:
A-1 Medical Category
Requirements include:
- Good eyesight
- Color vision test
- Night vision standards
- Distance vision standards
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRB application portal.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form.
Required Documents
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Marksheet
- ITI / Diploma / Degree Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Mobile Number & Email ID
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Railway RRB ALP Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available under RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
A total of 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification required?
Candidates must have Matriculation with ITI or a Diploma/Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
Q3. What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 01 July 2026.
Q4. What is the salary of an Assistant Loco Pilot?
The starting basic pay is ₹19,900 per month under Level-2 of the 7th CPC.
Q5. What is the selection process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on CBT-I, CBT-II, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.