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Railway RRB ALP Form 2026

Apply for 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot posts in the RRB ALP recruitment 2026; eligible candidates can secure a career in Indian Railways.

Railway RRB ALP Form 2026

Announcement for 11,127 vacancies in RRB ALP 2026

Official notification for the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot positions in Indian Railways for 2026.

Job Summary

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the recruitment of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) positions available to candidates across India. This offers a significant opportunity for individuals aspiring to join the Indian Railways, one of the largest employers in the country. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online once the application window opens, with detailed information forthcoming in the official notification.

Important Dates

Exam Date15/02/2026
Application Start Date01/01/2026
Application End Date31/05/2026
Result Date
Admit Card Date
deadline30/11/2025
end dateTo be announced
last date
start date15/10/2025
application end10/12/2025
application start10/11/2025
notification date01/10/2025
application deadlineTo be announced
notification release01/11/2025
release of notification
start of online application

Application Fee

General: ₹500, SC/ST/OBC: ₹250, Women/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes: ₹250

Vacancy Details

Total: 11,127 posts. Detailed zone-wise breakdown will be available in the official notification.

Eligibility & Criteria

Age Limit18-30 years; age relaxation as per government rules
Candidates must have passed Matriculation/SSLC and completed an Apprenticeship/ITI in relevant trade or equivalent engineering/technical qualification.

Selection Process

First Stage CBT
Second Stage CBT
Computer-Based Aptitude Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination

How to Apply

1. Visit the official RRB website. 2. Navigate to the 'Recruitment' section. 3. Click on 'Apply Online' for RRB ALP 2026. 4. Register by providing required details and creating login credentials. 5. Fill the application form with accurate details and upload necessary documents. 6. Pay the application fee as applicable. 7. Submit the application and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for RRB ALP 2026?
Candidates with ITI or Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade.
What is the age limit for applicants?
18-30 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
What is the application fee?
₹500 for General/OBC, ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD.
When is the last date to apply?
The deadline is yet to be announced.
How will the selection be made?
Through First Stage CBT, Second Stage CBT, Aptitude Test, and Document Verification.
What documents are needed for application?
Educational certificates, ID proof, and any other document as mentioned in the notification.
Is there an application correction window?
Details about correction windows will be announced in the official notification.