RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – New Vacancy 11,127 Posts Online Application From 15 May
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially approved 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle. This major approval comes via Railway Board letter No. 2026(E/MPP)/25/13/ALP dated 19.02.2026, issued from New Delhi to all Zonal Railways and Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW).
This is one of the largest railway technical recruitments in recent years and offers a significant opportunity for candidates with 10th + ITI / Diploma qualifications aiming for a government job in Indian Railways.
The RRB application process will start on 15 May 2026, and candidates can apply until 14 June 2026.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies Approved | 11,127 |
| Approval Date | 19 February 2026 |
| Reference No. | No. 2026(E/MPP)/25/13/ALP |
| Recruitment Year | 2026–27 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 (7th CPC) |
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Mode of Recruitment | Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) |
| Official Website | www.rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Zone-Wise Break-Up
| Zonal Railway | Vacancies |
| Central Railway | 1400 |
| East Central Railway | 700 |
| East Coast Railway | 1625 |
| Eastern Railway | 608 |
| North Central Railway | 457 |
| North Eastern Railway | 105 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 1276 |
| Northern Railway | 740 |
| North Western Railway | 600 |
| South Central Railway | 674 |
| South East Central Railway | 200 |
| South Eastern Railway | 1531 |
| Southern Railway | 250 |
| South Western Railway | 200 |
| West Central Railway | 541 |
| Western Railway | 214 |
| Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) | 06 |
| Total | 11,127 |
This distribution allows candidates to select their preferred railway zone during application.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment process will follow multiple stages:
CBT 1 (Computer Based Test – Stage 1)
- Screening test
- Objective type questions
- Qualifying for CBT 2
CBT 2
- Technical/domain-specific questions
- Trade and engineering knowledge assessment
CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
- Mandatory for ALP post
- Marks considered in final merit
Document Verification (DV)
- Verification of eligibility, certificates, and category claims
Medical Examination (ME)
- Strict medical fitness standards for ALP
Only candidates qualifying all stages will be appointed.
Expected Eligibility (Based on Previous ALP Notifications)
The upcoming CEN is expected to include:
- 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade
- OR Diploma in Engineering
- Age limit typically 18–30 years (subject to official notification)
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per rules
Exact eligibility details will be confirmed in the official CEN.
Salary Details for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026
ALP posts fall under:
- Level-2 of 7th CPC
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month
- Plus DA, HRA, TA, and other railway allowances
With allowances, in-hand salary is significantly higher.
What This Approval Means for Candidates
- Vacancies are officially sanctioned.
- Large-scale RRB ALP recruitment confirmed for 2026.
- One centralized notification (CEN) will invite applications.
- Major opportunity for ITI and Diploma candidates.
- Strong competition expected due to high vacancy count.
Next Step: Centralised Employment Notification (CEN)
The upcoming CEN will include:
- Detailed eligibility criteria
- Age limit & relaxation
- Trade-wise qualifications
- Exam pattern & syllabus
- Application dates
- Zone selection details
Candidates are advised to begin preparation early, especially for:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Science
- Basic Engineering
- Trade knowledge
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Important Dates
- Short Notice Date : 16 March 2026
- Online Apply Start Date : 15 May 2026 Tentative
- Online Apply Last Date : 14 June 2026 Tentative
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 14 June 2026 Tentative
- Exam Date : Notify Later
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1.Is the RRB ALP 2026 notification released?
No. Only the vacancy approval order has been issued. The detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) will be released soon.
2.How many ALP vacancies are approved?
A total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies have been approved.
3.What is the salary of RRB ALP?
ALP is under Level-2 (7th CPC) with basic pay of ₹19,900 plus allowances.
4.What qualification is required?
Expected qualification: 10th + ITI OR Diploma in Engineering (final details in CEN)
