The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the notification for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is conducted for candidates who wish to work as Assistant Loco Pilot in Indian Railways. It is a great opportunity for ITI / Diploma qualified candidates to secure a central government job.
The selection process includes CBT exams, aptitude test, document verification, and medical examination.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 19 May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 May 2025 |
| Correction Date | 22–31 May 2025 |
| Revised Exam Date | 13, 16, 17 & 18 February 2026 |
| Exam City Details Link | 03 February 2026 (Available Now) |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated |
Railway RRB ALP 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Selection Process | CBT-1 → CBT-2 → CBAT → DV → Medical |
Eligibility Criteria for RRB ALP 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any one of the following:
- 10th + ITI in relevant trade
- Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch)
- Engineering Degree (relevant discipline)
Age Limit
- Age limit will be applicable as per RRB rules
- Age relaxation available for SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Ex-Servicemen
RRB ALP Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- CBT Stage I
- CBT Stage II
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply Online for Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official RRB website
- Click on RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
- Complete registration with basic details
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Apply only through online mode
- Check eligibility before applying
- Keep login details safe
- Admit card is mandatory for all exam stages
- Follow all RRB guidelines during the exam
Important Links
| Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Revised Exam Date Notice | Hindi | English |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Hindi | English |
| Online Mock Test Link | Click Here |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Check Application Status Notice | Hindi | English |
| Edit / Modify Application Link | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | English | Hindi |
| Railway RRB ALP Official Website | Click Here |