RRB ALP New Vacancy 2026-27 Out, 11,127 Posts Approved

RRB ALP New Vacancy 2026-27 Overview

The Ministry of Railways has officially approved 11,127 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle. This massive recruitment will be conducted through a single Centralized Employment Notification (CEN) by the Railway Recruitment Boards across 17 railway zones and production units. The approval letter was issued by the Railway Board on 19 February 2026. This is a stable central government job in Indian Railways with good career growth and benefits.

RRB ALP Important Dates

• To be announced soon
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website. 

RRB ALP APPLICATION FEE

• To be announced soon

RRB ALP vacancies Details

• Total vacancies: 11127(Assistant Loco Pilot).

RRB ALP Salary 2026

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Pass) with ITI certificate or Diploma in relevant trades as specified for ALP posts.
• Age Limit (as on cut-off date mentioned in notification): 18 to 30 years.
• Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must clear Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) and meet the prescribed medical standards for loco pilot.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen categories (exact details in notification).
• Any other official conditions will be mentioned in the detailed CEN.

RRB ALP Selection Process 

1. Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage-1 (screening)
2. Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage-2 (main)
3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination Final merit list will be prepared on the basis of CBT-2 and CBAT performance.

How to apply for the RRB ALP New Vacancy 2026-27

• Visit the official RRB website or centralized portal (rrbapply.gov.in or regional RRB sites) after notification release.
• Click on the “RRB ALP CEN 2026-27” or “Apply Online” link.
• Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
• Login and fill the application form carefully with all required details.
• Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and certificates.
• Pay the application fee through online mode.
• Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.