Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Online Registration Begins from May 15 for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot Posts

Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Indian Railways, Government of India, have released an indicative notification for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 01/2026. A total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies have been announced across various RRB zones. Check all details regarding this recruitment drive below in this article. 

Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 

The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 is one of the most awaited railway recruitments in India, offering a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career in the Indian Railways. The online registration process will begin from May 15, 2026, and the last date to apply is June 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs). Interested and eligible candidates must apply only through their respective regional official RRB websites or the central portal at rrbapply.gov.in. 

RRB ALP Notification 2026 

The Railway Recruitment Board has released an indicative notification for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 under CEN No. 01/2026, announcing 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across various RRB zones in India. The detailed notification is yet to be released and will provide complete information on eligibility, qualification, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, and important dates. Once published, we will share a direct link to download the official notification PDF. Candidates are advised to stay updated for the latest updates on RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026. 

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Overview

*Organization: Indian Railways Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)

*Conducted By: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) 

*Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) 

*Total Vacancies: 11,127 Posts 

*Category: Railway Jobs 

*Application Mode: Online 

*Application Dates: May 15 to June 14, 2026

*Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC)

*Initial Salary: ₹19,900/- per month 

*Official Website: https://www.rrbbbs.gov.in/ 

Important Dates – Railway ALP Vacancy 2026

• Short Notification Release: 20th March 2026 

• Detailed Notification Release: 15th May 2026 

• Online Registration Start Date: 15th May 2026 

• Last Date to Apply Online: 14th June 2026 (23:59 hrs) 

• RRB ALP Exam Date: To be announced 

RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 

The Railway ALP Recruitment 2026 includes 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot posts distributed across different RRBs in India. The detailed zone-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution will be available in the final notification. Once the detailed notification is released, we will update the complete zone-wise and category-wise vacancy details here for candidates’ reference. 

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Candidates applying for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the required educational qualification and age limit as prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). Only those candidates who meet all eligibility conditions will be considered for the recruitment process. 

Educational Qualification 

To apply for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) post, candidates must have completed any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:

• Matriculation (10th pass) along with ITI in relevant trades approved by NCVT/SCVT

OR

• Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile streams

OR

• Candidates having a combination of various engineering disciplines may also be eligible (as per RRB norms) 

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 30 years 

Age relaxation 

• OBC - 03 years 

• SC/ST - 05 years 

• PwD (UR) - 10 years 

• PwD (OBC) - 13 years 

• PwD (SC/ST) - 15 years 

• Ex-Serviceman - As per rules  

How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?  

Candidates can apply online for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 through the official website-www.rrbapply.gov.in from 15 May 2026 to 14 June 2026 (23:59 hrs). The application process will be conducted completely in online mode, and no offline applications will be accepted. 

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Visit the official RRB application portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/. 

Step 2: Click on the Apply Online link 

Step 3: Complete the new registration using basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID

Step 4: Login using the generated registration number and password

Step 5: Fill out the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and communication details

Step 6: Select the preferred RRB zone and exam center

Step 7: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents as per specifications

Step 8: Verify your details using Aadhaar authentication (if applicable)

Step 9: Pay the application fee through online payment modes

Step 10: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page. 

RRB ALP Application Fee 2026 

The application fee follows standard RRB rules:

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 (₹400 is refunded after appearing in CBT Stage 1) 

• SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250 (₹250 is refunded after appearing in CBT Stage 1) 

RRB ALP Selection Process 2026 

The selection process for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:

• CBT Stage 1 (Computer Based Test) – Screening test 

• CBT Stage 2 (Computer Based Test) – Main examination 

• CBAT (Aptitude Test) – Qualifying test for ALP 

• Document Verification (DV) 

• Medical Examination 

RRB ALP Salary 2026 

Selected candidates for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 will receive a salary under Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC, with an initial basic pay of ₹19,900 per month. In addition to the basic salary, employees are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other railway benefits. 

Important Links:

• Short Notification PDF: Click Here

• Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here

• Official Website: Click Here