Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 notification for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts under Centralized Employment Notification (CEN). This recruitment is a big opportunity for candidates preparing for Indian Railways jobs because more than 11 thousand vacancies have been announced across different railway zones. Candidates who have passed 10th with ITI, Diploma or Engineering qualification can apply online. The online application process started from 15 May 2026 and candidates should complete registration before last date. Candidates are advised to read complete notification carefully because eligibility and medical standards are important for ALP recruitment.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 |
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IMPORTANT DATES
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APPLICATION FEE
Refund After Appearing CBT
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AGE LIMIT
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TOTAL VACANCY
11127 PostsAssistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
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RRB ALP Vacancy & Eligibility Details 2026 |
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| Post Name | Eligibility Details | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Posts: 11127 |
10th (Matric) Passed with ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT / SCVT recognized institute.
OR 10th Passed with Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering. OR Engineering Degree in relevant stream from recognized university. |
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Railway Zone Wise Vacancy Details (Expected) |
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| Railway Zone | Approx Vacancy | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Central Railway | Various Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Northern Railway | Various Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Eastern Railway | Various Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Western Railway | Various Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| South Central Railway | Various Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Other Railway Zones | Remaining Vacancies | ||||||||||||||||||||
RRB ALP Selection Process 2026 |
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Important: CBAT is qualifying in nature and mandatory for final selection. |
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RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Subject Name | Questions / Marks | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Mathematics | 20 Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| General Science | 20 Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 75 Questions / 75 Marks | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Exam Duration | 60 Minutes | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Negative Marking | 1/3 Mark Deduction | ||||||||||||||||||||
RRB ALP CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Paper | Pattern Details | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Part A | 100 Questions | 90 Minutes | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Part B | 75 Questions | 60 Minutes (Trade Related) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | ||||||||||||||||||||
Detailed RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 |
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Mathematics Topics
Reasoning Topics
General Science
Current Affairs
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RRB ALP Salary Structure 2026 |
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| Basic Pay | ₹19,900/- | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Approx In-Hand Salary | ₹24,000 to ₹35,000 Monthly | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA, Travel Allowance, Medical Benefits | ||||||||||||||||||||
Railway Medical Standards for ALP |
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How to Apply for Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026? |
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Note: Candidates should check medical standards, trade eligibility and zone preferences before submitting application form. |
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FAQs
1: What is total vacancy in Railway RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Total 11127 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Loco Pilot posts.
2: What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2026?
Answer: Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 30 years.
3: What is RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Pattern?
Answer: CBT 1 contains 75 questions for 75 marks with 60 minutes duration.
4: What qualification is required for ALP Recruitment?
Answer: Candidates should have 10th with ITI, Diploma or Engineering qualification.
5: What is the salary of Railway ALP?
Answer: Approx salary ranges between ₹24,000 to ₹35,000 per month with allowances.
