Post Update: 25 March 2026

Short Information: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released a short notification for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) across various zones under CEN No. 01/2026. A massive total of 11,127 vacancies have been announced. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 15 May 2026 to 14 June 2026. The detailed notification will be published on 14 May 2026.

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Vacancy 2026
Important Dates
  • Short Notice Released: 16/03/2026
  • Detailed Notification: 14/05/2026
  • Application Start: 15/05/2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 14/06/2026 (11:59 PM)
  • Fee Payment Last Date: 14/06/2026
  • Exam Date (CBT 1): To be Notified
Application Fee
  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 500/-
  • SC / ST / PH / Female / Ex-SM: ₹ 250/-
  • Refund Rule: On appearing in CBT-1, ₹ 400 will be refunded to UR/OBC/EWS, and the full ₹ 250 will be refunded to reserved categories/females.
Vacancy & Eligibility Details – Total 11,127 Posts
Post Name Age Limit Total Post Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 18 – 30 Years
(As on 01/07/2026)		 11,127
  • Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from a recognized board.
  • AND ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trades (Fitter, Electrician, etc.)
  • OR Diploma / Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile).
How to Apply Online for RRB ALP 2026
  1. Visit the official RRB Apply website: rrbapply.gov.in once the link activates on 15 May 2026.
  2. Click on the “Apply” button and select “Create an Account” if you are a new applicant.
  3. Verify your basic details using your Aadhaar Card.
  4. Ensure your Name and Date of Birth match exactly with your 10th-grade certificate.
  5. Fill in the remaining details for CEN No. 01/2026 and upload the required photo and signature.
  6. Pay the category-wise application fee and submit the final form.


IMPORTANT LINKS
Apply Online
 Link Activate on 15/05/2026
Download Short Notice
 Click Here
Official Website
 indianrailways.gov.in

RRB ALP 2026 Notification Details & Updates

Watch this detailed analysis of the RRB ALP Vacancy, Eligibility Criteria, and Exam Pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are there for RRB ALP 2026?

✔️ There are a massive total of 11,127 vacancies announced for the Assistant Loco Pilot post under CEN 01/2026.

Q2. When does the online application start for RRB ALP?

✔️ The online application process will officially start on 15 May 2026 and close on 14 June 2026.

Q3. Can diploma or degree holders apply for RRB ALP?

✔️ Yes, candidates with a Diploma or Degree (B.E/B.Tech) in specified Engineering fields (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile) are fully eligible to apply.

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