| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 Posts |
| Job Category | Central Government Job |
| Employment Type | Permanent / Regular |
| Job Location | All India (21 RRBs, 17 Railway Zones) |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
| 🚨 Last Date to Apply Online | 14 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 June 2026 |
| Exam / CBT Date | To be Announced |
| Admit Card Download Date | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration Date | To be Announced |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11,127 | Level-2 (7th CPC) | 10th + ITI / Diploma / Degree |
| Grand Total | 11,127 | — | — |
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 4,542 | 2,992 | 1,677 | 839 | 1,077 | 11,127 |
| Grand Total | 4,542 | 2,992 | 1,677 | 839 | 1,077 | 11,127 |
* Category-wise exact breakup is available in Annexure B of the official notification at rrbapply.gov.in
| Post Name | Pay Level | Basic Pay | Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level-2 (7th CPC) | ₹19,900/month | ₹30,000–₹35,000/month |
* Gross salary includes DA, HRA, Running Allowance, and Travel Allowance. Actual salary varies by posting location.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PH (Divyang) | ₹250 |
| Female Candidates (All Category) | ₹250 |
| Ex-Serviceman | As per Govt Rules |
| Mode of Payment | Online — Net Banking / UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card |
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 Years | 35 Years |
| PH / Divyang (General) | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Ex-Serviceman | 18 Years | As per Govt Rules |
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 10th Pass (Matriculation) + ITI in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Diesel Mechanic, Wireman, Turner, Machinist, RAC, etc.) OR Diploma / Degree in Engineering from recognized institution |
| Stage | Process | Marks / Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | CBT-1 (First Stage Computer Based Test) | Screening only — marks not counted in final merit |
| Stage 2 | CBT-2 (Second Stage Computer Based Test) | 50% weightage in final merit |
| Stage 3 | CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) | 50% weightage in final merit |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification (DV) | Qualifying |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination (ME) | Qualifying |
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 60 Minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
* Note: Negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer applies in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
- Visit the official website: rrbapply.gov.in
- Click on the “New Registration” link and register using your Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Login using your Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in all personal details — Full Name, Date of Birth, Category, Address.
- Enter your educational qualification details.
- Upload scanned Photograph (20–50 KB, JPG format) and Signature (10–40 KB, JPG format).
- Verify Aadhaar details — Name and DOB must match Class 10 certificate exactly.
- Pay the application fee through online mode — Net Banking / UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card.
- Carefully review all filled information before final submission.
- Click “Submit” and download the confirmation page. Take a printout for future reference.
⚠️ Important: Candidates applying to more than one RRB will be disqualified. Apply to only one RRB.
Q: What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 14 June 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline.
Q: What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2026?
A: The minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 30 years as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwBD and Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
Q: What is the educational qualification required?
A: Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) along with ITI in a relevant trade, or hold a Diploma / Engineering Degree from a recognized institution.
Q: Is there any negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, 1/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Q: What documents are required at the time of application?
A: Candidates need to keep ready — 10th Marksheet, ITI / Diploma / Degree Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Category Certificate (if applicable), Scanned Photograph and Signature.
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