RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 — 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot Posts (CEN 01/2026)
RRB ALP 2026 notification (CEN 01/2026) out for 11,127 posts across all 21 RRBs. 10th + ITI eligible. Apply online at rrbapply.gov.in by 14 June 2026.
11,127
Total Posts
₹19,900 – ₹35,000/month + Running Allowance + HRA + DA
Salary
18–30
Age (yrs)
All India (21 RRB zones)
Location
About This Notification
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official ALP Recruitment 2026 notification (CEN 01/2026) for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across all 21 RRB zones in India.
ALP is one of the most sought-after railway jobs for ITI and diploma holders, offering job security, good salary, and growth opportunities within Indian Railways.
Vacancy Breakdown by Category
- General: 4,860 posts
- OBC: 2,598 posts
- SC: 1,746 posts
- EWS: 1,004 posts
- ST: Remaining posts
Notification released 14 May 2026. Applications open from 15 May to 14 June 2026.
Key Details
Organization
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) — Indian Railways
Department
Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Exam Name
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment CEN 01/2026
Total Posts
11,127
Job Location
All India (21 RRB zones)
Selection Process
CBT 1 → CBT 2 → CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test for ALP) → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Official Website
https://rrbapply.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
10th Pass + ITI (relevant trade) OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering
Age Limit
18–30 years as on 01 July 2026
Physical Standards
Must meet Railway medical standards (vision, hearing, etc.)
Educational Qualification
Class 10th (SSLC) Pass + ITI in relevant trade, OR 3-year Engineering Diploma in relevant stream, OR Engineering Degree in relevant branch. Specific trades required — check official notification.
Age Limit
General Category: 18–30 years
SC/ST: 5 years. OBC (NCL): 3 years. PwBD: 10 years (General), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST). Ex-Servicemen: As per Railway rules. Minorities/EBC: 5 years.
