RRB ALP Short Notification 2026 (CEN 01/2026) is out for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot jobs with the Indian Railways. The notice of intent is out; apply online from May 15 to June 14, 2026, at rrbapply.gov.in.
The Ministry of Railways’ Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the Centralized Employment Notification RRB CEN 01/2026 to hire 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions in Level 2 of the 7th CPC. The starting salary for these jobs is ₹19,900 across all Indian Railways. Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) under the Ministry of Railways have issued the Centralized Employment Notification RRB CEN 01/2026 for the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts in Level 2 of the 7th CPC with an initial pay of ₹19,900 across all Indian Railways.
This bumper railway job opening is a great chance for people who are getting ready for the latest railway government jobs and state-wise railway jobs. This is because people can apply online for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 at any RRB that is taking part, such as Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Secunderabad, and others.
From May 15, 2026, to June 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs), eligible candidates aged 18 to 30 as of July 1, 2026, can only apply for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot positions online. They can do this by going to the official recruitment portal rrbapply.gov.in and the RRB websites listed in CEN 01/2026.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Railways – Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| No. of Posts | 11,127 (All Railways) |
| Advt No | CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Salary | Pay Level-2 as per 7th CPC | Initial Pay: ₹19,900/- Per Month |
| Qualification | As per Detailed CEN No. 01/2026 (Post-wise Education Qualification & Medical Standard) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Start Date for Apply | 15-05-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14-06-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies (All Railways) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 11,127 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification | 10th+ITI OR Diploma |
Age Limit:
| Age | 18 to 30: Age relaxation as per railway rules will be applicable as mentioned in the detailed CEN. |
Salary/Stipend
| Post: | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Pay Level: | Level-2 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Initial Pay: | ₹19,900/- per month Other allowances and benefits as applicable to railway employees under the 7th CPC will be as per detailed CEN No. 01/2026. |
Application Fee
| GEN / OBC | 500 |
| SC/ST/FEMEALE/PHW | 250 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification (Indicative) Publication Date | 21-03-2026 |
| Opening Date of Application | 15-05-2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Application | 14-06-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted through online mode only. Visit https://www.rrbapply.gov.in to fill out and submit the online application form.
- The opening date of application is 15-05-2026, and the closing date is 14-06-2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Before filling out the application, ensure that your Aadhaar details (name and date of birth) match 100% with your 10th class pass certificate and that Aadhaar is updated with the latest photo and biometrics.
- Candidates of all participating RRBs must apply through the centralized portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
- Detailed application procedure, fee payment process, and step-by-step instructions will be available in the Detailed CEN No. 01/2026 to be published on the official websites of the RRBs.
- Candidates may also visit the website of their respective RRB for region-specific information and updates. Participating RRB websites include rrbahmedabad.gov.in, rrbajmer.gov.in, rrbbnc.gov.in, rrbbbhopal.gov.in, rrbbbs.gov.in, rrbbilaspur.gov.in, rrbcdg.gov.in, rrbchennai.gov.in, rrbgkp.gov.in, rrbguwahati.gov.in, rrbjammu.nic.in, rrbkolkata.gov.in, rrbmalda.gov.in, rrbmumbai.gov.in, rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in, rrbpatna.gov.in, rrbpryj.gov.in, rrbranchi.gov.in, rrbsecunderabad.gov.in, rrbsiliguri.gov.in, and rrbthiruvananthapuram.gov.in.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Short Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here.
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RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 – FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 क्या है?
यह रेलवे भर्ती बोर्ड (RRB) द्वारा निकाली गई Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) की भर्ती है।
2. कुल कितनी वैकेंसी हैं?
लगभग 11,000+ पद (official notification के अनुसार)
3. इस भर्ती के लिए योग्यता क्या है?
उम्मीदवार के पास होना चाहिए:
- 10वीं पास + ITI (NCVT/SCVT)
या - Diploma / Engineering Degree
4. आयु सीमा क्या है?
18 से 30 वर्ष
(आरक्षित वर्ग को नियम अनुसार छूट मिलेगी)
5. आवेदन कैसे करें?
उम्मीदवार RRB की official वेबसाइट से ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
6. आवेदन शुल्क कितना है?
सामान्यतः:
- General / OBC: ₹500
- SC / ST / Female: ₹250
(कुछ राशि CBT परीक्षा के बाद refund होती है)
7. चयन प्रक्रिया (Selection Process) क्या है?
चयन के चरण:
- CBT-1 (Computer-Based Test)
- CBT-2
- CBAT (Aptitude Test – केवल ALP के लिए)
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
8. सैलरी कितनी मिलेगी?
ALP की शुरुआती सैलरी लगभग:
₹19,900 + allowances
(कुल मिलाकर ₹30,000–₹35,000 तक)
9. Exam कब होगा?
परीक्षा की तारीख RRB द्वारा बाद में घोषित की जाएगी।
10. क्या यह नौकरी स्थायी (permanent) है?
हाँ, यह Central Government Job है और पूरी तरह स्थायी होती है।
11. क्या महिलाएं आवेदन कर सकती हैं?
हाँ, Female candidates भी apply कर सकती हैं।
12. Admit Card कब आएगा?
परीक्षा से लगभग 7–10 दिन पहले जारी किया जाएगा।