RRB ALP 2026: Notification Out, 11127 Vacancy
Railway Recruitment Board, Chennai · Advertisement No. CEN No.: 01/2026
RRB ALP recruitment details
Railway Recruitment Boards, Ministry of Railways, Government of India, published CEN No. 01/2026.
The notification is for Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment under Railway Recruitment Boards.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay level |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11127 | Level-2 (Initial pay Rs. 19900) |
How to apply and what to do now
Online applications open on 15 May 2026 and close on 14 June 2026.
RRB ALP 2026 — In Detail
RRB ALP 2026 — Vacancy Details
RRB ALP 2026 has 11,127 vacancies in total. The notification does not break the total down further.
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11,127 |
RRB ALP 2026 — Important Dates
Check every date before you submit your application.
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice in Employment News | 21.03.2026 |
| Online application starts | 15.05.2026 (00:00) Hrs. |
| Online application closes | 14.06.2026 (23:59) Hrs. |
| Last date for fee payment | 16.06.2026 (23:59) Hrs. |
| Correction window | 17.06.2026 to 26.06.2026 (23:59 Hrs.) |
Every date Railway Recruitment Board, Chennai printed for RRB ALP 2026, exactly as the notification states it. A date the notice gave as a range or a month is shown in its own words rather than pinned to a day it never named.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News | 21 Mar 2026 |
| Opening date and time of online application submission | 15 May 2026 |
| Closing date and time of online application submission | 14 Jun 2026 |
| Last date for application fee payment for the submitted applications | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Dates for modification window for corrections in application form with payment of modification fee | 17.06.2026 to 26.06.2026 (23:59 Hrs.) |
RRB ALP 2026 — Application Fee
The fee depends on your category.
| Category | Fee | Refund rule |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except specified categories | Rs 500 | Rs 400 is refunded after appearing in 1st Stage CBT, after bank charges. |
| SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | Rs 250 | The fee is refunded after appearing in 1st Stage CBT, after bank charges. |
Application fee for RRB ALP 2026 by category, as printed in the official notification. Pay it before the last date — an application whose fee has not reached the board is not a submitted application.
| Category | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates except specified categories | ₹500 | Rs 400/- shall be refunded, duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
| SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250 | The fee shall be refunded, duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT. |
RRB ALP 2026 — Eligibility
Your age must be between 18 and 30 years as on 1 July 2026.
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
You must have the required educational or technical qualification from a recognized Board, Institute or University by 14 June 2026.
You cannot apply if your final result is still awaited by the closing date.
The post requires the A-1 medical standard.
Age Limit
You must be between 18 and 30 years old as on 01 Jul 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation | Upper limit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST | +5 years | 35 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years | 33 years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed minimum educational/technical qualification for Assistant Loco Pilot from a recognized Board/Institute/University by the closing date; candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
The post requires A-1 medical standard.
RRB ALP 2026 — Exam Pattern
The selection process has computer tests, document checks and a medical examination.
- First Stage CBT (CBT-1)
- Second Stage CBT (CBT-2)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
| Stage | Details | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Stage CBT (CBT-1) | 75 questions and 75 marks | 60 minutes |
| Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) Part-A | 100 questions | 90 minutes |
| Second Stage CBT (CBT-2) Part-B | 75 questions | 60 minutes |
| Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) | Details not specified | Details not specified |
One-third mark is deducted for every wrong answer in CBT-1 and CBT-2. There is no negative marking in CBAT.
CBT-2 shortlisting is done at 15 times the vacancies notified for each RRB.
First Stage CBT (CBT-1)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective-type multiple-choice questions | 75 | 75 | 60 minutes |
Second Stage CBT (CBT-2)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | 100 | — | 90 minutes |
| Part-B | 75 | — | 60 minutes |
| Total | 175 | — |
RRB ALP 2026 — Selection Process
- First Stage CBT (CBT-1)
- Second Stage CBT (CBT-2)
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (ME)
RRB ALP 2026 — Syllabus
Mathematics
Topics include number system, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM, HCF, ratio, percentages, mensuration, time, interest, algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
Mental Ability
Topics include analogies, series, coding, relationships, syllogism, Venn diagrams, data interpretation, reasoning, classification and directions.
General Science
General Science covers Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences at the 10th standard level.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern |
| Mental Ability | Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement–Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences of 10th standard level |
Admit Card, Exam Date, Result and Answer Key
- Admit Card
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- Exam Date
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- Result
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- Answer Key
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RRB ALP 2026 — Key Numbers
| What | As stated in the notification |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies for all RRBs | 11127 |
| CBT-1 questions and maximum marks | 75 questions, 75 marks |
| CBT-1 duration | 60 minutes |
| CBT-2 total questions and duration | 175 questions, 2 hours and 30 minutes |
| CBT-2 Part-A | 100 questions, 90 minutes |
| CBT-2 Part-B | 75 questions, 60 minutes |
| CBT-2 shortlisting rate | 15 times the number of vacancies notified against each RRB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many RRB ALP vacancies are available in 2026?
There are 11127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies.
When does the RRB ALP 2026 application start?
Online applications start on 15 May 2026 at 00:00 Hrs.
What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2026?
The last date is 14 June 2026 at 23:59 Hrs.
What is the RRB ALP application fee?
The fee is Rs 500 for most candidates and Rs 250 for specified categories.
What is the age limit for RRB ALP 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 1 July 2026.
Facts on this page are read directly from 2 official documents. Last checked 24 Aug 2026.