The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the notification for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026, offering a great opportunity for candidates seeking a technical job in Indian Railways. The recruitment drive aims to fill more than 11,000 Assistant Loco Pilot posts across various railway zones in India. Candidates who have passed 10th along with ITI, Diploma, or Engineering qualifications can apply for the exam.
The online application process started in May 2026 through the official RRB portal. The selection process includes CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT (Aptitude Test), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under Pay Level-2 along with railway allowances and job security. RRB ALP is considered one of the most popular railway exams due to its stable career growth and government benefits. Aspirants preparing for technical railway jobs should not miss this excellent opportunity.
ALP 2026 Notification: Overview Table
| Category | Details |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancy | 11,127 Vacancies |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (as on 01-07-2026) |
| Application Fee |
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| Selection Process Phases |
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ALP 2026 Notification: Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Notice in Employment News | 21.03.2026 |
| Opening Date & Time of Online Application | 15.05.2026 (00:00 Hrs.) |
| Closing Date & Time of Online Application | 14.06.2026 (23:59 Hrs.) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 16.06.2026 (23:59 Hrs.) |
| Modification Window for Corrections | 17.06.2026 to 26.06.2026 (23:59 Hrs.) |
ALP 2026 Notification: Vacancy In Detail
Zone Wise Vacancy
| RRB Region | Total | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| RRB Ahmedabad | 147 | 62 | 22 | 11 | 38 | 14 |
| RRB Ajmer | 718 | 318 | 115 | 59 | 174 | 52 |
| RRB Prayagraj | 610 | 346 | 60 | 38 | 107 | 59 |
| RRB Bengaluru | 200 | 80 | 31 | 15 | 54 | 20 |
| RRB Bhopal | 453 | 209 | 82 | 23 | 123 | 16 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar | 801 | 548 | 70 | 36 | 48 | 99 |
| RRB Bilaspur | 522 | 271 | 106 | 66 | 53 | 26 |
| RRB Chandigarh | 187 | 56 | 39 | 23 | 49 | 20 |
| RRB Chennai | 186 | 93 | 24 | 14 | 41 | 14 |
| RRB Gorakhpur | 105 | 28 | 11 | 37 | 17 | 12 |
| RRB Guwahati | 676 | 272 | 109 | 63 | 164 | 68 |
| RRB Jammu | 400 | 158 | 58 | 30 | 110 | 44 |
| RRB Kolkata | 841 | 415 | 154 | 87 | 129 | 56 |
| RRB Malda | 559 | 226 | 84 | 42 | 151 | 56 |
| RRB Mumbai | 1193 | 336 | 219 | 106 | 380 | 152 |
| RRB Muzaffarpur | 42 | 18 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 4 |
| RRB Patna | 103 | 41 | 16 | 8 | 28 | 10 |
| RRB Ranchi | 1300 | 472 | 233 | 105 | 363 | 127 |
| RRB Secunderabad | 1420 | 625 | 209 | 102 | 390 | 94 |
| RRB Siliguri | 600 | 243 | 90 | 46 | 161 | 60 |
| RRB Trivandrum | 64 | 43 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| Total | 11127 | 4860 | 1746 | 919 | 2598 | 1004 |
Category wise
| Category | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 4,860 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1,746 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 919 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 2,598 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 1,004 |
| Total | 11,127 |
ALP 2026 Notification: Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirements |
| Educational Qualification | • Matriculation / SSLC plus ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions in specified trades (e.g., Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic, Wireman, etc.)
• OR Matriculation / SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the specified trades • OR Matriculation / SSLC plus 3-year Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering • OR Degree in the above Engineering disciplines is also acceptable in lieu of a Diploma. |
| Medical Standards (A-1) | • General Fitness: Physically fit in all respects.
• Vision: Distant Vision 6/6, 6/6 without glasses (must not accept +2D); Near Vision Sn: 0.6, 0.6 without glasses . • Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic Vision . • Note: Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery or any other corrective refractive surgery are NOT eligible. |
ALP 2026 Notification: Age Relaxation
| Community / Category | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
| SC & ST Candidates | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR & EWS) | 3 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC & ST) | 8 years (after deduction of length of service from age) |
ALP 2026 Notification: Exam Pattern
| Stage | Duration | Total Questions | Negative Marking |
| CBT-1 | 60 minutes | 75 | 1/3rd mark for wrong answers |
| CBT-2 (Part-A) | 90 minutes | 100 | |
| CBT-2 (Part-B) | 60 minutes | 75 | |
| CBAT | – | – | No Negative Marking |
| Phase | Exam Stage / Part | Duration | Total Questions | Syllabus / Subjects | Negative Marking | Qualifying Criteria & Remarks |
| Phase 1 | First Stage CBT (CBT-1) |
60 Minutes |
75 |
Mathematics Mental Ability, General Science . |
1/3rd mark for wrong answers. |
Screening Only: Marks are not counted in final merit. Min Pass %: UR/EWS-40%, OBC/SC-30%, ST-25%. |
| Phase 2 | CBT-2 (Part-A) |
90 Minutes |
100 |
Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering . |
1/3rd mark for wrong answers. |
Merit Determining: 50% weightage in final merit. Min Pass %: UR/EWS-40%, OBC/SC-30%, ST-25%. |
| Phase 2 | CBT-2 (Part-B) |
60 Minutes |
75 |
Relevant Technical Trade Syllabus prescribed by DGT. |
1/3rd mark for wrong answers. |
Qualifying Only: Minimum 35% required for all candidates regardless of category . |
| Phase 3 | CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) | – |
Multiple Test Batteries |
Aptitude tests (Conducted in English and Hindi only). |
No Negative Marking. |
Qualifying & Merit: Minimum T-score of 42 marks required in each test battery. 50% weightage in final merit. |
ALP 2026 Notification: Application Process
- Create an Account: Visit the official website of your chosen RRB to “Create an Account.” If you already created one for CENs notified in 2024/2025, use the same credentials. Authenticating your identity using Digi Locker or Aadhaar during this step is highly recommended.
- Fill Details Carefully: Information entered during account creation, especially the chosen RRB, mobile number, and email ID, cannot be modified later.
- Self-Screening Medical Declaration: The online application includes a built-in self-screening questionnaire regarding your physical and mental fitness (e.g., eyesight, no LASIK, etc.). This generates a report you must later get signed by a doctor for the CBAT day.
- Live Photo Capture: Instead of uploading an old photo, the system requires you to capture a live photograph using a webcam or mobile front camera. Dress in non-white clothing and ensure good lighting.
- Upload Documents: You must upload a scanned copy of your signature (running handwriting in black ink on white paper) and your SC/ST certificate (if applicable for free travel pass) in PDF format.
- Fee Payment: Submit the application by paying the prescribed examination fee online via internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI.
- Final Submission: Acceptance is only confirmed once the fee payment is successful. Keep your Registration Number safe for all future steps.
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