RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released a notification under Advt. No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions. There are 11,127 vacancies available for these posts. The job locations are across India. Candidates with ITI, Diploma or Degree qualifications are eligible to apply for these posts. Eligible applicants can apply online from 15 May to 14 June 2026. The detailed eligibility and how to apply for RRB ALP vacancies are explained below.
Job Overview:
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Position | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 Posts |
| Last Date | 14 June 2026 |
Educational Qualification for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026:
- ITI in Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & Air- Conditioning Mechanic, Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/ Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle). OR
- 10th class plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/ Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV) & other trade. OR
- Diploma / Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile Engineering.
Total Vacancies for RRB ALP Vacancy 2026:
The RRB ALP Jobs 2026 includes a total of 11,127 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) position. Check the posts-wise vacancies below.
- Ahmedabad (WR): 147 Posts
- Ajmer (NWR): 600 Posts
- Ajmer (WCR): 118 Posts
- Prayagraj (NCR): 457 Posts
- Prayagraj (NR): 153 Posts
- Bengaluru (SWR): 200 Posts
- Bhopal (WCR): 423 Posts
- Bhopal (WR): 30 Posts
- Bhubaneshwar (ECoR): 801 Posts
- Bilaspur (CR): 322 Posts
- Bilaspur (SECR): 200 Posts
- Chandigarh (NR): 187 Posts
- Chennai (SR): 186 Posts
- Gorakhpur (NER): 105 Posts
- Guwahati (NFR): 676 Posts
- Jammu-Srinagar (NR): 400 Posts
- Kolkata (ER): 344 Posts
- Kolkata (SER): 497 Posts
- Malda (ER): 270 Posts
- Malda (SER): 289 Posts
- Mumbai (CR): 1078 Posts
- Mumbai (SCR): 78 Posts
- Mumbai (WR): 37 Posts
- Muzaffarpur (ECR): 42 Posts
- Patna (ECR): 103 Posts
- Ranchi (ECR): 555 Posts
- Ranchi (SER): 745 Posts
- Secunderabad (ECoR): 824 Posts
- Secunderabad (SCR): 596 Posts
- Siliguri (NFR): 600 Posts
- Thiruvananthapuram (SR): 64 Posts
Salary:
The salary details for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) position are as follows:
- Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP): ₹19,900 (Level 2) + Allowances DA, HRA, TA
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026):
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 years
- Maximum Age Limit: 30 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years and Other
Selection Process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026:
Candidates for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) position at RRB will be selected through a multi-stage selection process, including:
- CBT 1
- CBT 2
- CBAT
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB ALP Exam Pattern & Syllabus:
Exam Pattern:
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted in 3 stages: CBT-1, CBT-2, and CBAT. The exam pattern is as follows:
CBT-1:
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Total Questions: 75 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 75 Marks
- Duration: 60 Minutes
CBT-2 Part-A:
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 100 Marks
- Duration: 90 Minutes
CBT-2 Part-B:
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Total Questions: 75 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 75 Marks
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Qualifying Marks: 35% (All Categories)
CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test):
- Conducted for shortlisted candidates after CBT-2.
- No negative marking.
Marking Scheme:
- 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer, and 1/3 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer in CBT-1 & CBT-2.
Syllabus:
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is expected to include questions from the following subjects:
CBT-1:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Science
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
CBT-2 Part-A:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Basic Science & Engineering
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
CBT-2 Part-B:
- Relevant Discipline (ITI/Diploma)
RRB ALP 2024 Zone-wise Final Cut Off:
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), has released the zone-wise cut-off for Notification No. CEN 01/2024. Check the table below.
| RRB Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 79.97 | 73.68 | 68.91 | 77.78 | 71.49 |
| Ajmer | 80.11 | 74.65 | 70.35 | 77.59 | 68.55 |
| Bilaspur | 76.38 | 68.20 | 55.58 | 73.80 | 68.81 |
| Bhopal | 78.88 | 74.52 | 69.52 | 77.72 | 76.01 |
| Bhubaneswar | 73.75 | 66.67 | 62.10 | 71.75 | 64.73 |
| Chandigarh | 78.00 | 73.11 | 39.57 | 74.16 | 66.81 |
| Chennai | 77.38 | 69.10 | 49.02 | 74.71 | 56.05 |
| Gorakhpur | 78.64 | 68.79 | 40.24 | 76.04 | 70.57 |
| Guwahati | 73.30 | 65.48 | 51.61 | 71.00 | 64.12 |
| Jammu-Srinagar | 75.28 | 69.69 | 51.28 | 70.29 | 54.00 |
| Kolkata | 81.48 | 76.68 | 66.18 | 79.03 | 73.72 |
| Malda | 79.43 | 72.20 | 64.72 | 78.96 | 77.98 |
| Mumbai | 76.83 | 71.41 | 65.98 | 76.09 | 72.86 |
| Muzaffarpur | 82.01 | 66.98 | 66.53 | 80.73 | 78.41 |
| Patna | 81.58 | 70.79 | 65.51 | 79.55 | 78.45 |
| Prayagraj | 80.35 | 77.38 | 57.02 | 79.69 | 77.39 |
| Ranchi | 73.37 | 65.51 | 57.35 | 70.84 | 58.67 |
| Secunderabad | 72.43 | 65.93 | 61.13 | 70.42 | 65.13 |
| Siliguri | 74.23 | 66.31 | 54.87 | 71.08 | 66.38 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 70.80 | 56.70 | 60.16 | 70.63 | 61.27 |
Important Dates:
The important dates for the ALP vacancies are as follows:
- Short Notification Published on the Official Website: 21 March 2026
- Opening Date of Online Application: 15 May 2026
- Closing Date of Online Application: 14 June 2026
Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/- (Out of Rs. 500/-, Rs. 400/- will be refunded after appearing in CBT-1.)
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minority / EBC Candidates: Rs. 250/- (The fee will be refunded after appearing in CBT-1, after deducting bank charges.)
How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026:
All Interested and eligible applicants can apply online on or before 24 April 2026 to 15 May 2026.
RRB ALP Official Notification & Apply Link
RRB ALP 2026 Preparation Strategy:
Follow this month-wise preparation strategy to improve your performance:
Month 1 – Build Your Basics:
- Focus on strengthening core concepts in Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Science. Learn important formulas, improve calculation speed, and understand basic Physics and Engineering concepts. Start reading current affairs for 15–20 minutes daily.
Month 2 – Subject-wise Practice:
- Solve topic-wise questions from each subject. Practice Basic Science & Engineering for CBT-2 Part-A and revise your relevant ITI/Diploma trade for Part-B. Attempt 2–3 sectional quizzes every day and identify weak topics.
Month 3 – Mock Test Practice:
- Begin attempting full-length CBT-1 and CBT-2 mock tests in a timed environment. Analyze every mock test carefully, work on mistakes, and revise important concepts. Continue revising current affairs from the last 6 months.
Month 4 – Final Revision:
- Solve Previous Year Question Papers (PYPs) and attempt 3–4 full-length mock tests every week.
FAQs for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026:
Q.1 When was the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 short notification released?
Ans. The RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 21 March 2026 on the official website of RRB.
Q.2 What are the positions available under RRB ALP Vacancy 2026?
Ans. The available position are Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP).
Q.3 What are the opening and closing dates for RRB ALP Vacancy 2026?
Ans. The online application process will start on 15 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 14 June 2026.
Q.4 What are the educational qualifications for the RRB ALP Vacancy 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have completed ITI, Diploma or Degree in a relevant discipline.
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