Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways has released the Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 01/2026 for recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts.

A massive 11,127 vacancies have been announced across various Railway Zones and RRBs in India. Eligible candidates can apply online through the respective RRB websites from 15 May 2026 to 14 June 2026. Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-2 Pay Matrix with initial pay of ₹19,900.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Railway Recruitment Boards
Notification No.	CEN No. 01/2026
Post Name	Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Vacancies	11,127 Posts
Job Type	Central Government Railway Job
Application Mode	Online
Pay Level	Level-2
Initial Salary	₹19,900
Job Location	All India
Official Recruitment Portal	https://rrbapply.gov.in

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Minimum Age	Maximum Age
18 Years	30 Years

Age Calculation Date

• As on 01 July 2026

Age Relaxation

Reserved category relaxation applicable as per Railway Recruitment rules.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	21 March 2026
Online Application Start Date	15 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	14 June 2026 (11:59 PM)

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Application fee details will be available in the detailed CEN notification on the official RRB portals.

Payment Mode

• Online Payment
• UPI
• Debit/Credit Card
• Net Banking

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess educational qualifications as prescribed in the detailed CEN notification for ALP posts.

Generally, candidates are expected to have:

• ITI in relevant trade
  OR
• Diploma / Engineering qualification

from recognized institutions approved by NCVT/SCVT/AICTE.

Medical Standard

Candidates must fulfill the required Railway Medical Standards for ALP posts.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)	11,127

Vacancies are distributed among participating RRBs across India.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Salary Details

Pay Level	Initial Pay
Level-2	₹19,900

Additional benefits include:

• DA
• HRA
• Transport Allowance
• Railway Benefits

As per 7th CPC rules.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply

• Visit official RRB application portal
• Complete registration using Aadhaar details
• Fill online application form carefully
• Upload photograph and signature
• Upload required documents
• Pay application fee online
• Verify all details before final submission
• Submit application form
• Download and print final application copy

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Important Web-Links

Online Application Form	Click Here Active on 15 May
Advertisement Details	Click Here
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Out Apply Online for 11,127 Posts

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

Selection process is expected to include:

1. CBT-1 Examination
2. CBT-2 Examination
3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Final selection based on merit and medical fitness.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• Applications accepted only through online mode
• Verify Aadhaar details before applying
• Ensure Aadhaar Name and DOB match 10th certificate
• Upload latest photograph and biometrics-ready image
• Read detailed CEN notification carefully before applying
• Beware of touts and fake job promises

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Participating RRBs

Recruitment will be conducted through multiple RRBs including:

• Ahmedabad
• Ajmer
• Bengaluru
• Bhopal
• Bhubaneswar
• Bilaspur
• Chandigarh
• Chennai
• Gorakhpur
• Guwahati
• Jammu-Srinagar
• Kolkata
• Malda
• Mumbai
• Muzaffarpur
• Patna
• Prayagraj
• Ranchi
• Secunderabad
• Siliguri
• Thiruvananthapuram

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RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Out Apply Online for 11,127 Posts

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available in RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

A total of 11,127 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) No. 01/2026 issued by Railway Recruitment Boards.

Q2. What is the application start date for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

The online application process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 will start from 15 May 2026 through the official recruitment portal.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form is 14 June 2026 up to 11:59 PM. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.

Q4. What is the age limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 years and 30 years as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Railway recruitment rules.

Q5. What is the salary for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts?

Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-2 Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹19,900 per month, along with DA, HRA, transport allowance, and other Railway benefits.

Q6. What is the educational qualification required for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Candidates are generally expected to possess:

• ITI certificate in relevant trade
  OR
• Diploma/Engineering qualification

from recognized NCVT/SCVT/AICTE-approved institutions. Detailed qualification requirements will be available in the full CEN notification.

Q7. What is the selection process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Selection is expected to include:

1. CBT-1 Examination
2. CBT-2 Examination
3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Q8. Is Aadhaar verification mandatory for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Candidates are strongly advised to verify their Aadhaar details while applying online. Aadhaar Name and Date of Birth should exactly match the details in the 10th certificate to avoid verification problems.

Q9. What medical standard is required for ALP posts?

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed Railway medical fitness standards required for Assistant Loco Pilot posts. Detailed medical standards will be mentioned in the full notification.

Q10. What documents are required while applying online?

Candidates generally need:

• Aadhaar Card
• 10th Certificate
• ITI/Diploma Certificate
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid ID Proof

Q11. What is the mode of application for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Applications will be accepted online only through the official RRB application portal. Offline applications will not be accepted.

Q12. Which RRBs are participating in ALP Recruitment 2026?

Participating RRBs include:
Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bilaspur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Jammu-Srinagar, Kolkata, Malda, Mumbai, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi, Secunderabad, Siliguri, and Thiruvananthapuram.

Q13. Can candidates apply through multiple RRBs?

Candidates are generally allowed to submit only one application for a chosen RRB. Multiple applications may lead to rejection. Detailed instructions will be available in the complete CEN notification.

Q14. Is this notification final or indicative?

The released notice is currently an Indicative Notification issued to inform candidates about the upcoming recruitment. The detailed CEN notification with complete eligibility, syllabus, and fee details will be released separately.

Q15. Where can candidates apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply through the official RRB recruitment portal:
https://rrbapply.gov.in

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