RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot Vacancies Announced
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Online Application for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
Registration
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17 Mar 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Vacancies
11,127
| Zonal Railway | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway | 1400 |
| East Coast Railway | 1625 |
| South Eastern Railway | 1531 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 1276 |
| Northern Railway | 740 |
| East Central Railway | 700 |
| South Central Railway | 674 |
| Eastern Railway | 608 |
| North Western Railway | 600 |
Eligibility
Age Limit
18 to 30 years (as of 01/07/2026).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years
- Railway Staff (Group C/D, 3+ yrs): UR: 40 yrs, OBC: 43 yrs, SC/ST: 45 yrs
- Widowed/Divorced Women: UR: 35 yrs, OBC: 38 yrs, SC/ST: 40 yrs
Qualification Criteria
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) and hold one of the following:
- ITI certificate in relevant trades (from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions).
- Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering.
- Degree in Engineering in the related disciplines.
Application Fee
Application Fee
- For General/ OBC Candidates: ₹ 500/-
- For SC/ ST/ PwBD Ex-Serviceman Candidates: ₹ 250/-
Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Additional Details
Selection Process
- CBT 1: 75 Questions | 75 Marks | 60 Minutes
- CBT 2: Part A (100 Marks) + Part B Trade Test (75 Marks) | 2.5 Hours
- CBAT: Computer-Based Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Advisory
Candidates must ensure their Aadhaar details (Name and DOB) match their Class 10 certificate exactly. Biometrics and photographs should be updated at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra before the application deadline.