RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: 11,127 New Vacancies Announced
Great news for railway job seekers! Government Jobz brings you the latest update on the RRB ALP Recruitment 2026. The Ministry of Railways has approved a massive hiring drive for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions across various zones.
According to the indicative notification released on March 18, 2026, the official Centralised Employment Notification (CEN 01/2026) will be published in May. Stay tuned to Government Jobz for the direct application link.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01/07/2026)
- General: 18 – 30 Years
- OBC (NCL): Up to 33 Years
- SC/ST: Up to 35 Years
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have passed Matriculation/SSLC plus one of the following:
- ITI from NCVT/SCVT in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic, etc.
- 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering.
- B.E./B.Tech Degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
Medical Standard
Applicants must meet the A-1 Medical Standard: Physically fit, 6/6 vision without glasses, and no history of LASIK surgery.
Zonal Vacancy Details
Check the distribution of 11,127 posts across India via Government Jobz:
- Central Railway: 1400
- East Coast Railway: 1625
- Northeast Frontier: 1276
- South Eastern Railway: 1531
- Eastern Railway: 608
- Northern Railway: 740
- South Central Railway: 674
- East Central Railway: 700
- West Central Railway: 541
- Western Railway: 214
- North Central Railway: 457
- North Western Railway: 600
- South Western Railway: 200
- Southern Railway: 250
- SEC Railway: 200
- NE Railway: 105
- CLW: 06
Selection Process & Fees
For more details on the exam pattern, visit Government Jobz. The process involves:
- CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 (Negative marking applies)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification & Medical Exam
Application Fee: ₹500 for General/OBC; ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female (Refundable after CBT-1).
How to Apply
Follow these steps on the Government Jobz portal starting May 15, 2026:
- Register at rrbapply.gov.in.
- Upload your photo, signature, and category certificates.
- Select your preferred RRB Zone.
- Pay the fee online and submit.
Important Links
Check out our Latest Railway Jobs 2026 and Technical Govt Jobs pages for more opportunities.
