Organization: Indian Railways (Ministry of Railways)
Recruitment Board: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
Notification No.: CEN 01/2026
Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Level: Level-2 (7th CPC)
Mode of Application: Online
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have released CEN 01/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts across India. The ALP works under the Loco Pilot (Train Driver) and plays a key role in operating and maintaining trains.
| Government of India(Ministry of Railways) Railway Recruitment Boards Recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) https://dailynaukrisuchna.com/ | |||||||||
| IMPORTANT DATES | APPLICATION FEE | ||||||||
| Opening Date of Application : 15/05/2026 Closing Date of Application : 14/06/2026(23:59PM) | General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after CBT-1) SC/ST/Female/ExSM/EBC: ₹250 (fully refundable after CBT-1) | ||||||||
| Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026) Minimum Age: 18 years Maximum Age: 30 years Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen and other as per Government of India rules. | |||||||||
| Vacancy Details Total Vacancies (All Railways): 11,127 | |||||||||
| Salary Details Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC) Initial Basic Pay: ₹19,900/- | |||||||||
| Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC) Initial Salary: ₹19,900/- Medical Standard: A-1 Other Allowances: As per Railway rules | |||||||||
| Educational Qualification Candidates must have required technical qualification (ITI/Diploma/Degree) from a recognized institute. Final-year appearing candidates are NOT eligible. Medical Fitness Must meet strict A-1 medical standards: Vision: 6/6 without glasses No color blindness Candidates who underwent LASIK surgery are not eligible. As per detailed Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) | |||||||||
| Application Process Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY Official website: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in Candidates must ensure: All details are correctly filled Documents are uploaded properly Final submission before deadline | |||||||||
| Important Instructions Aadhaar Verification Required Candidates are advised to verify Aadhaar details before applying Name & DOB must match with Class 10 certificate Biometric Authentication Aadhaar-based biometric verification (fingerprint) will be used during recruitment Indicative Notification This is only a preliminary notice Detailed notification (CEN 01/2026) will be released later Strict Compliance Final selection will follow official detailed notification rules | |||||||||
| Selection Process The recruitment process consists of 5 stages: CBT-1 (Screening Test) CBT-2 (Main Exam) CBAT (Aptitude Test) Document Verification (DV) Medical Examination (ME) | |||||||||
| Exam Pattern CBT-1 (Stage 1) Duration: 60 minutes, Questions: 75, Subjects: Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science ,General Awareness Negative Marking: 1/3 👉 Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS: 40% OBC/SC: 30% ST: 25% CBT-2 (Stage 2) Total Questions: 175,Duration: 2.5 hours Part A (100 Questions) Maths, Reasoning, Science & Engineering Part B (75 Questions) Trade-based (ITI/Engineering discipline) Qualifying in nature (Minimum 35%) 👉 Only Part A marks count for merit CBAT (Aptitude Test)(stage-3) No negative marking Minimum T-score: 42 in each section Weightage: CBT-2 Part A: 70% CBAT: 30% Document Verification (DV)(stage-4) Verification of: Educational certificates Identity proof Category certificates Medical Examination(stage-5) Final stage Must meet Railway medical standards (very strict for ALP) 🏆Final Merit List Based on: CBT-2 (Part A) marks Performance in CBAT CBT-1 marks are NOT included Candidates must clear all stages to get final selection | |||||||||
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |||||||||
| Link to Apply Online | Click Here | ||||||||
| Download Notification | Click Here | ||||||||
| Official Website | Click Here | ||||||||
Important FAQs
- What is the total number of vacancies in RRB ALP 2026?
The recruitment has 11,127 vacancies for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot across Indian Railways. - What is the application mode for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026?
The application process is online only through the official RRB website. - What is the application fee for ALP 2026?
General/OBC: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after CBT-1)
SC/ST/Female/Other reserved categories: ₹250 (full refund after CBT-1) - What is the age limit for Assistant Loco Pilot?
Candidates must be 18 to 30 years as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules. - What is the salary of an ALP in Indian Railways?
The initial basic pay is ₹19,900 (Level-2) plus allowances as per government norms. - What is the selection process for RRB ALP 2026? Ans. The selection stages include:CBT-1,CBT-2. CBAT (Aptitude Test)Medical Examination, Document Verification, medical Examination
- Is there negative marking in RRB ALP exams?
Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in CBT exams. - Is CBT-1 marks counted in final merit? Ans. No, CBT-1 is only a screening test and its marks are not included in the final merit list.
- What is CBAT in ALP recruitment? Ans.CBAT is a Computer-Based Aptitude Test that evaluates mental ability, decision-making, and reaction time. It is mandatory for ALP post.
- What qualification is required for ALP?
Candidates must have technical qualifications (ITI/Diploma) as per the detailed notification. - Is Aadhaar mandatory for application? Ans. Yes, Aadhaar is required for identity verification and biometric authentication during the recruitment process.
- When will the detailed notification be released?
This is an indicative notice. The detailed notification will be released soon on official RRB websites. - Can final-year students apply for ALP?
Generally, candidates must have completed the required qualification before the last date of application.
Check detailed notification for confirmation. - How will I get fee refund?
The fee will be refunded after appearing in CBT-1, directly to your bank account. - What is the medical requirement for ALP?
Candidates must meet strict railway medical standards, especially related to vision and physical fitness.