RRB ALP NOTIFICATION 2026 OUT:
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Centralized Employment Notice (CEN 01/2026) for the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies. Eligible ITI/Diploma/Engineering candidates can apply online. Check full details below.
RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Indian Railways has announced a massive recruitment drive to fill 11,127 positions for Assistant Loco Pilots across various Zonal Railways. This is a golden opportunity for technical graduates and ITI holders to join the Indian Railways in a permanent cadre. Candidates must ensure they meet the strict A-1 medical standards before applying.
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RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 - Official Summary
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| Recruiting Organization |
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| CEN Number |
01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies |
11,127 Posts |
| Official Website |
rrbapply.gov.in
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Important Dates
| Event |
Dates |
| Release of Official Notification |
20 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
Check Official PDF |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications to be eligible for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026:
- ITI: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT institutions in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright, Radio & TV, Electronics Mechanic, Motor Vehicle, Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Turner, Machinist, etc.
- Diploma: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering.
- Degree: B.E. / B.Tech in the engineering streams mentioned above.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years (as of 01.07.2026). Standard age relaxations for OBC (3 years) and SC/ST (5 years) apply.
- Medical Standard: A-1 Vision is strictly mandatory (6/6 vision without glasses).
Application Fee Details
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates |
₹500/- (₹400 refundable after CBT 1) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / PWD |
₹250/- (Fully refundable after CBT 1) |