Highlights
| Organization |
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Post |
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies |
11127 (All RRBs combined) |
| Pay Scale |
Level‑2 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix; Initial Pay Rs. 19,900/- per month |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via official RRB websites) |
| Selection Process |
CBT‑1 → CBT‑2 → CBAT → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Last Date to Apply |
14‑06‑2026 (upto 23:59 Hrs.) |
Post & Organization Details
| Advertisement No. |
CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Department |
Ministry of Railways, Government of India (Various Zonal Railways) |
| Medical Standard |
A‑1 (Stringent vision & physical fitness; Lasik surgery candidates NOT eligible) |
| Suitability for PwBD |
Not Suitable |
| Official Website |
Refer RRB‑wise portals (e.g., www.rrbald.gov.in, www.rrbmumbai.gov.in, etc.) |
Vacancy Details
| Category |
No. of Posts |
| UR (Unreserved) |
4860 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) |
1746 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) |
919 |
| OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) |
2598 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) |
1004 |
| Total |
11127 |
| Ex‑Servicemen (included above) |
1115 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Option |
Details |
| Option A – Matriculation + ITI |
Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in any trade of Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic (Radio & TV), Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Tractor Mechanic, Armature & Coil Winder, Mechanic (Diesel), Heat Engine, Turner, Machinist, Refrigeration & Air‑Conditioning Mechanic.
OR Matriculation/SSLC plus completed Apprenticeship in the above trades. |
| Option B – Matriculation + Diploma/Degree in Engineering |
Matriculation/SSLC plus 3‑year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering (or any combination) from a recognized institution.
Degree in the above engineering streams is also acceptable in lieu of Diploma. |
Age Limit (as on 01‑07‑2026)
| Category |
Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General (UR) & EWS |
18 to 30 years |
| OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) |
3 years relaxation (maximum 33 years) |
| SC & ST |
5 years relaxation (maximum 35 years) |
| Ex‑Servicemen (UR & EWS) |
3 years after deduction of length of service |
| Ex‑Servicemen (OBC‑NCL) |
6 years after deduction of length of service |
| Ex‑Servicemen (SC & ST) |
8 years after deduction of length of service |
| Serving Railway Staff (Group C/D) – UR & EWS |
Maximum 40 years |
| Serving Railway Staff (Group C/D) – OBC (NCL) |
Maximum 43 years |
| Serving Railway Staff (Group C/D) – SC & ST |
Maximum 45 years |
| Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (UR & EWS) |
Maximum 35 years |
| Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (OBC‑NCL) |
Maximum 38 years |
| Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (SC & ST) |
Maximum 40 years |
Pay Scale & Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed at Level‑2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of Rs. 19,900/- per month. Other allowances as per Railway rules will be applicable.
Application Fee
| Category |
Examination Fee |
Refund on Appearing in CBT‑1 |
| All Candidates (except categories below) |
Rs. 500/- |
Rs. 400/- refunded (after bank charges) |
| SC / ST / Ex‑Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class (EBC) |
Rs. 250/- |
Rs. 250/- fully refunded (after bank charges) |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News |
21/03/2026 |
| Opening of Online Application Portal |
15‑05‑2026 (00:00 Hrs.) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission |
14‑06‑2026 (upto 23:59 Hrs.) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment |
16‑06‑2026 (upto 23:59 Hrs.) |
| Modification Window for Application Corrections |
17‑06‑2026 to 26‑06‑2026 (upto 23:59 Hrs.) |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑07‑2026 |
| CBT‑1 / CBT‑2 / CBAT Date |
To be notified on official RRB websites |
Selection Process
- Stage 1 – CBT‑1 (Screening): 75 questions, 60 minutes, negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
- Stage 2 – CBT‑2:
- Part‑A: 100 marks (subject‑wise), 120 minutes.
- Part‑B: 75 marks (qualifying), 60 minutes.
- Negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer.
- Stage 3 – CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test): 100 marks, 90 minutes, no negative marking.
- Stage 4 – Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates and other documents.
- Stage 5 – Medical Examination (ME): Candidates must satisfy Medical Standard A‑1.
Final merit list is prepared on the basis of combined marks from Part‑A of CBT‑2 (50% weightage) and CBAT (50% weightage).
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the concerned RRB (e.g., www.rrbald.gov.in).
- Click on “Online Application” and register by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all personal, educational and experience details as per the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, SSLC/Matriculation certificate, ITI/Diploma/Degree certificates, caste certificate, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the applicable application fee through Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application.
- After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
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FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required for Assistant Loco Pilot?
Candidates must have either Matriculation + ITI in the specified trades or Matriculation + Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering.
- What is the age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years as on 01‑07‑2026. Age relaxations apply for OBC, SC, ST, Ex‑Servicemen, and other categories as mentioned.
- How many vacancies are there for the UR category?
There are 4860 unreserved (UR) vacancies.
- Is there any relaxation in the application fee for female candidates?
Yes. Female candidates fall under the reduced fee category of Rs. 250/-, which is fully refundable on appearing in CBT‑1.
- Can candidates with Lasik eye surgery apply?
No. Candidates who have undergone Lasik or any corrective eye surgery are ineligible as per Medical Standard A‑1.
