RRB ALP 2026 11,127 Vacancies Apply Online (15 May), Salary 19,900+ Eligibility & Direct Link
RRB ALP 2026: 11,127 Vacancies OUT. Apply Online 15 May-14 June. ITI/Diploma/Degree Eligible. Salary ₹19,900+ Level 2. Zone-Wise List, Eligibility, Medical Standards & Direct Apply Link
UPDATED (July 1, 2026): The online application window for the **RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 (CEN 01/2026)** officially closed on June 14, 2026. The subsequent fee payment and correction windows also concluded in mid-June. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are currently reviewing applications. The computer-based test (CBT 1) is tentatively expected to be conducted in August 2026. Exact dates, exam city intimations, and admit cards will be released on regional RRB websites shortly.
⚡ Recruitment Summary: 11,127 ALP posts | Applications concluded on June 14, 2026 | CBT 1 status: Tentatively expected August 2026 | Admit cards will be available for download 4 days prior to the exam on rrbapply.gov.in.
RRB ALP 2026 Selection Stages & Current Status
Candidates who successfully registered before the deadline will undergo a multi-stage selection process. The table below outlines the milestones and their current progress status:
| Selection Stage | Details & Parameters | Current Status (July 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: CBT 1 | Screening test consisting of 75 questions (60 minutes). Math, Reasoning, General Science, and GA. Marks are qualifying only. | Awaiting Official Dates (Expected August 2026) |
| Stage 2: CBT 2 | Part A (100 questions) counts for final merit. Part B (75 questions) is trade-specific and qualifying (35% minimum). | To be scheduled post-CBT 1 results |
| Stage 3: CBAT | Computer-Based Aptitude Test. Assesses memory, speed, and concentration. Must pass all 5 battery tests. | To be scheduled |
| Stage 4: Document Verification | Physical verification of certificates and biometric validation. | To be scheduled |
Zonal Railway Vacancy Breakdown (Top Zones)
As a reminder, you were permitted to register for only one RRB zone. The highest vacancy zones for this recruitment cycle include:
- East Coast Railway (RRB Bhubaneswar): 1,625 Vacancies
- South Eastern Railway (RRB Kolkata): 1,531 Vacancies
- Central Railway (RRB Mumbai): 1,400 Vacancies
- Northeast Frontier Railway (RRB Guwahati): 1,276 Vacancies
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I change my selected RRB zone now?
No. The modification window closed on June 22, 2026. No changes to the chosen RRB zone, post preference, or primary details can be made at this stage.
Q2: What is the medical standard required for Assistant Loco Pilot?
Candidates must pass the Aye-One (A-1) medical standard. This includes physical fitness, distance vision of 6/6, 6/6 without glasses, near vision of 0.6, 0.6 without glasses, and pass tests for color vision, binocular vision, field of vision, and night vision.