RRB ALP 2026 Notification Released | Apply RRB ALP 2026 Online

RRB ALP 2026: The Indian Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the job openings for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Level-2 positions across all railway zones in India through CENTRALISED EMPLOYMENT NOTIFICATION (CEN) No. 01/2026. This is a wonderful opportunity for candidates seeking railway jobs and for those who are unemployed to start their careers with India’s largest central government public transport organization.

                 The short notice for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 was published on March 16th, 2026, and the full details of RRB ALP 2026 recruitment will be available from 14th May 2026 on all official websites of Indian railway regional zones. The RRB is accepting applications from eligible & interested candidates across all railway zones in India. The start date of receiving online applications is May 15th, 2026, and it closes on June 14th, 2026. Applying candidates are advised to visit the official website regularly for updates and details regarding the RRB ALP 2026 (Assistant Loco Pilot Level 2), important dates, and other recruitment details.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Overview

 

RRB ALP Vacancy 2026: (Zone wise vacancy list)

The RRB has approved a total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Level-2 posts across all railway zones in India for the year 2026. The table below shows the zonal-wise vacancy breakdown.

RRB ALP Zone wise Vacancy 2026

 

RRB ALP 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

RRB ALP 2026 Education Qualification:

Applicants must meet the required educational criteria and hold any one of the following qualifications.

Applicants must have passed 10th grade (Matriculation or SSC) + ITI (Industrial Training Institute) in relevant trades from a recognized university (NCVT/SCVT).

(OR)

10th (Matriculation or SSC) + must have completed apprenticeship training in the relevant trade.

(OR)

10th (Matriculation or SSC) + Hold a diploma degree (3-year course) in engineering in the relevant trades.

(OR)

10th (Matriculation or SSC) + Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in the respective disciplines.

Eligible Streams/Disciplines: Electrical Engineering/ Electronics Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/Automobile Engineering

Eligible Trades: Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Wireman, Armature & Coil Winder, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Fitter, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic, Heat Engine, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Tractor Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic.

Nationality:

• Applicants must be citizens of India, Nepal, Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who relocated to India permanently before 1st January 1962.

 (OR)

• Individuals from Indian-authorized countries listed below who have moved to India to settle permanently are considered to be of Indian origin, and these individuals are eligible to apply for the RRB ALP 2026 exam.

Indian-authorized countries: Sri Lanka, East Africa, Pakistan, or Burma; the countries of Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, the United Republic of Tanzania, and Vietnam.

RRB ALP 2026 Age Limit: (As on 1st July 2026)

Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age as of July 4, 2026.

• Upper Age Limit: 30 Years
• Lower Age Limit: 18 Years
• Date of birth should not be before:
  • UR (includes OBC-CL) & EWS: 02-07-1995
  • OBC (NCL): 02-07-1992
  • SC & ST: 02-07-1990
• Date of Birth should not be after (For all community candidates): 01-07-2007

RRB ALP 2026 Age Relaxation: (Maximum Age Limit)

The age relaxation applies to all reserved category candidates, as per the Indian government rules and regulations.

• For SC and ST Candidates: 5 Years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) category: (10 Years + Age Relaxation for the relevant category)
  • PwBD (UR): 10 Years
  • PwBD(OBC): 13 Years
  • PwBD(SC): 15 Years
  • PwBD(ST):  15 Years
• Ex-servicemen who have served for more than six months after attestation: (After subtracting length of service from age)
  • Ex-servicemen (UR & EWS): 3 Years
  • Ex-servicemen (OBC-NCL): 6 Years
  • Ex-servicemen (SC & ST): 8 Years
• Serving in Group ‘C’ / erstwhile (former) Group ‘D’ / Substitutes with a minimum of a 3-year service period (continuous or in broken spell)
• • UR & EWS 40 Years of age
  • OBC (NCL), 43 Years of age
  • SC & ST 45 Years of age
• Female Candidates (widowed/divorced (Legally separated from husband but not married again))
  • UR & EWS: 35 years of age
  • OBC (NCL): 38 years of age
  • SC & ST: 40 years of age
• working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the railway organizations (Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies, and Institutes):
  • • Up to the duration of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is less

• Candidates who completed their apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act before the age of 25.
  • UR & EWS: 35 years of age
  • OBC (NCL): 38 years of age
  • SC & ST: 40 years of age
• Candidates who lived in Jammu & Kashmir from January 1, 1980, to December 31, 1989
  • 5 Years

RRB ALP Exam 2026 Selection Process:

The RRB ALP Exam 2026 selection process consists of four stages.

1. CBT1 (Stage 1 – Computer Based Test 1) 
2. CBT2 (Stage 2 – Computer Based Test 2)
3. CBAT (Stage 3-Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
4. DV (Document Verification)
5. ME (Medical Examination)

1. CBT 1 (Stage 1 – Computer-Based Test 1): 

CBT 1 is the first round of an objective-type and online-mode screening test for shortlisting eligible candidates for CBT 2. This is the only qualifying round for CBT 2, and candidates who obtained marks in this stage will not be considered in the final stage.

RRB ALP Exam Pattern of CBT 1:

• Total time duration: 1 Hour (60 min)
• Total No. of Questions: 75 Multiple-choice questions 
• Total (Maximum) Marks: 75 marks (1 mark for each question)
• Negative Marking: 1/3 Marks for each wrong answer
• Minimum pass percentage for all communities:
  • • UR & EWS – 40%,
    • OBC (NCL) – 30%,
    • SC – 30%,
    • ST – 25%

2. CBT 2 (Stage 2 – Computer-Based Test 1): 

Candidates will be shortlisted for CBT 2 based on their marks obtained in CBT 1, and qualifying candidates will appear for CBT 2. It is also an objective-type, online-mode exam and consists of two parts.

1. 1. 1. CBT 2 (PART-A)
      2. CBT 2 (PART-B)

RRB ALP Exam Pattern of CBT 2:

1. PART-A (CBT 2) Exam

   • Total time duration: 90 minutes
   • Total No. of Questions: 100 Multiple-choice questions 
   • Total (Maximum) Marks: 100 marks (1 mark for each question)
   • Negative Marking: 1/3 Marks for each incorrect answer
   • Minimum pass percentage for all communities:
     • UR & EWS – 40%,
     • OBC (NCL) – 30%,
     • SC – 30%,
     • ST – 25%

1. PART-B (CBT 2) Exam

• • Total time duration: 1 Hour (60 min)
  • Total No. of Questions: 75 Multiple-choice questions 
  • Total (Maximum) Marks: 75 marks (1 mark for each question)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 Marks for each wrong answer
  • This is the only qualifying round, and all candidates must achieve at least 35%, regardless of their community; these qualifying marks will not be included in the final merit list.

3. CBAT (Stage 3 – Computer-Based Aptitude Test):

Candidates who are qualified in PART-B and acquired eligible marks in PART-A of CBT 2 will be shortlisted for the CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test) round.

Key Information about CBAT:

• This CBAT round consists of multiple sections/test batteries. ALP job aspirants (irrespective of community) must qualify in each section/battery with a minimum T-score of 42.
• There is no negative marking in the CBAT test, and it will be conducted in English and Hindi languages only.
• During the CBAT, the shortlisted candidates must produce a vision certificate. Otherwise, they won’t be allowed to appear for the CBAT.
• The merit list for document verification will be prepared  based on the =

(70% weightage in Part-A of CBT-2) + (30% weightage for score obtained in the CBAT)

4. Document Verification (DV):

Candidates who cleared all stages in the RRB ALP 2026 recruitment process (Part-A of CBT-2 (70% weightage), qualifying in Part-B of CBT-2, and scoring 30% weightage in CBAT) will be shortlisted for the document verification. The RRB will check and verify the candidate’s original educational and other certificates at this stage to ensure his/her eligibility criteria.

5. Medical Examination (ME):

After successful completion of the original documents’ verification round, candidates will be called for a detailed medical examination. In this round, they examine the candidates’ vision, general physical fitness, and other factors to meet the medical standards as per the rules and regulations of RRB.

RRB ALP 2026 Salary Structure:

Salary of RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) Level-2 post = 19,900 (Basic pay) + Other Allowances

• Pay Scale = Level 2 Payscale under 7th CPC( Central Pay Commission)

Other Allowances:

1. 1. HRA (House Rent Allowance)
   2. DA (Dearness Allowance)
   3. TA (Transport Allowance)
   4. RA (Running Allowance)
   5. NPS Scheme (New Pension Scheme with a 10% deduction)
   6. Free Railway passes
   7. Medical Allowance, etc.

The initial salary range for RRB ALP posts, including all allowances, is between Rs 25,000 and Rs 30,000. It depends on the job posting location.

RRB ALP 2026 Exam Fee:

• The exam fee for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Person with Benchmark Disability(PwBD), Transgender, Minorities or Economically Backward Class (EBC) Communities/ categories – Rs 250/-
• The Application fee For General, OBC( Non-creamy layer), EWS – Rs 500/-

Note: Only candidates who attend CBT-1 will receive a refund of their examination fee after deducting bank charges as applicable.

Modes of Exam fee payment:

• Payment Mode: Through Online Mode only ( Internet banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI )

RRB ALP 2026 Important Dates:

 

RRB ALP 2026 Important Links:

• Apply RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Level-2) –  CLICK HERE (The application link activates on 15th May 2026.)
• Download the short indicative released notice. CLICK HERE
• Download RRB ALP 2026 vacancy notification: CLICK HERE
• Download Official Notification: CLICK HERE (Will Be Released on 14 May 2026)
• Official Website of Indian Railway Recruitment Board: CLICK HERE

How to Apply For RRB ALP 2026 Online:

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

Step 2: If you are a new applicant, you have to create a new account by clicking on the  ” Apply online link for CEN 01/2026 ALP” and register yourself by entering all your personal details, Name, DOB, Email id, Mobile number, Aadhar ID number, and verify your account by generating OTP. Please remember your registration number and password.

Step 3: After completion of your account creation and registration, again log in to your account by using your personal credentials and fill out the online application form by entering all your personal & educational qualification details ( Community, Gender, Religion, All your educational qualification details, your preferred RRB railway zone, etc.).

Step 4: Upload all your scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature and required documents (Educational certificates, Caste certificate, etc.) as per the required size and format mentioned in the detailed official notification.

Step 5: Please check and review all details entered by you in the application form again, and pay the exam fee through online mode.

Step 6: Finally, submit the application form, download it and print out a copy for future reference.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Helpline for Candidates:

• While submitting the online application of CEN No. 01/2026 ALP Level-2 and facing any technical issues, contact the helpline below to resolve issues. (Mon to Sat: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Email: rrbhelp@csc.gov.in
Phones: 0172-565-3333 and 9592001188

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