RRB ALP Recruitment 2026-27: The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment Notification has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for those who are seeking jobs in the Indian ministry of Railways. The recruitment drive will be conducted for 11,127 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) across several regions in India. Here is a full details of recruitment process, eligibility criteria, selection procedure & how to apply.
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Key Highlights of RRB ALP Recruitment 2026-27:
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Post: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
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Total Vacancies: 11,127
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: www.rrbapply.gov.in
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Notification Release: May 14, 2026
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Application Start Date: May 15, 2026
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Application End Date: June 14, 2026
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Salary: ₹19,900 (Level 2 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
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Age Limit: 18-30 years (with age relaxations for reserved categories)
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the following eligibility requirements:
Age Limit
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 30 years
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Age Relaxation:
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3 years for OBC
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5 years for SC/ST
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10 years for PwD candidates
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Additional relaxations for ex-servicemen and other categories.
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Educational Qualification
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Matriculation/SSLC with a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or ITI in the relevant trade.
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Alternatively, candidates holding a Diploma in Engineering can also apply.
3. Medical Fitness
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Candidates must meet the medical standards set by the Railway Recruitment Board.
Important Dates
Here is the timeline for RRB ALP Recruitment 2026-27:
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Release of Notification: May 14, 2026
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Online Application Start Date: May 15, 2026
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Online Application End Date: June 14, 2026
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Admit Card Availability: Announced later
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CBT 1 and CBT 2 Dates: To be notified after the application window closes
How to Apply RRB ALP 2026 Notification?
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Visit the Official Website: Go to www.rrbapply.gov.in.
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Register: If you’re a first-time user, create a new account.
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Fill the Application Form: Enter your personal and educational details.
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Upload Documents: Provide scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other documents.
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Pay the Application Fee: Pay the fee via online payment methods like credit/debit cards or net banking.
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Submit: Double-check your application and submit it.
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Take a Printout: After submission, save a printout of the application form for future reference.
Application Fee
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General/OBC (Male): ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing for CBT 1)
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SC/ST/PwD/Female/Minority: ₹250 (₹250 refundable after appearing for CBT 1)
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Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Selection Process
The selection process for the RRB ALP 2026-27 includes multiple stages:
1. Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) 1
2. Stage 2: Computer-Based Test (CBT) 2
3. Stage 3: Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
4. Stage 4: Document Verification (DV)
5. Stage 5: Medical Examination (DME)
Salary Details:
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Basic Pay: ₹19,900 (Level 2 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
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Additional Benefits: Include allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical benefits, pension schemes, and more.
