RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Registration Begins for 11127 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially started the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 application process for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies across various railway zones. The online registration process commenced on May 15, 2026, under notification number CEN 01/2026.

Interested and eligible candidates can now apply online through the official website, rrbapply.gov.in. According to the official notification, the last date to submit the online application form is June 14, 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies in multiple railway regions across India. Candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, and selection process before submitting the application form.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Important Dates and Schedule

Candidates applying for the Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment can check the important schedule below.

Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 Details

The Railway Recruitment Board has announced a total of 11,127 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot posts under the latest recruitment notification.

Recruitment Overview

The zone-wise and category-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification released by RRB.

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification and age criteria before applying for the recruitment process.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must possess:

• Matriculation or Class 10 certificate
• ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT or SCVT recognised institute

OR

• Three-year diploma in Engineering in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Automobile Engineering

Candidates awaiting final examination results are not eligible to apply for the recruitment process.

Age Limit

As per the notification:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years

The age will be calculated as on July 01, 2026. Reserved category candidates may receive age relaxation according to government recruitment rules.

RRB ALP Application Fee 2026

Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee during the online registration process.

Application Fee Structure

According to RRB, a partial fee refund will be provided to candidates who appear in the CBT Stage 1 examination. The fee payment can be completed through:

• Internet banking
• Debit card
• Credit card
• UPI payment

How to Apply for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can complete the online application process through the official RRB portal.

Steps to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website, rrbapply.gov.in
2. Click on the “RRB ALP Recruitment 2026” link
3. Complete new registration using required details
4. Login using registration credentials
5. Fill the online application form carefully
6. Upload required documents and photographs
7. Pay the application fee online
8. Submit the application form
9. Download and print the confirmation page

Candidates are advised to verify all details carefully before final submission.

RRB ALP Selection Process 2026

The Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages.

Selection Stages

• Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
• Computer Based Test (CBT 2)
• Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Candidates qualifying each stage will become eligible for the next recruitment phase.

Documents Required for RRB ALP Application Form

Before filling out the application form, candidates should keep the following documents ready.

Required Documents

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature scan copy
• Class 10 certificate
• ITI or diploma certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar card
• Valid mobile number and email ID

Uploaded documents should follow the size and format guidelines mentioned in the official notification.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Test will contain objective-type multiple-choice questions from:

• Mathematics
• General Intelligence and Reasoning
• General Science
• General Awareness

The detailed syllabus and exam structure are available in the official recruitment notification.

Important Instructions for Candidates

RRB has instructed candidates to:

• Submit only one application form
• Choose only one Railway Recruitment Board
• Avoid multiple registrations
• Verify eligibility before applying

Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected during verification stages.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Latest Update

The Railway Recruitment Board has officially activated the online registration link for Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment under CEN 01/2026. Eligible candidates can now apply online for 11,127 vacancies through the official portal before the last date, June 14, 2026. The recruitment drive is expected to receive a large number of applications due to the significant vacancy count and nationwide recruitment opportunity in Indian Railways.