Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) — Ministry of Railways
| Last Date to Apply | 14 Jun 2026 |
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| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
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| Total Vacancies | 11127 |
| Qualification | ITI/Diploma or Degree in Engineering (as per official notification requirements). |
| Age Limit | As per standard Railway recruitment norms (usually 18-30 years with relaxation for reserved categories). |
| Salary | As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix level 2 (starting basic pay plus allowances). |
| Application Fee | Refer to the official notification for category-wise fee structure (usually Rs. 500 for UR, refundable on appearing for CBT 1). |
| Selection Process | CBT-1 -> CBT-2 -> CBAT -> Document Verification -> Medical Examination. |
The Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) role is one of the most sought-after careers within Indian Railways. The recruitment process under CEN No. 01/2026 is a multi-stage, merit-based selection system designed to filter candidates based on academic aptitude, technical proficiency, psychological fitness, and medical standards.
Candidates must qualify for each stage sequentially to advance to the final selection:
| Stage | Focus Area | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| CBT 1 | Math, Mental Ability, Science | Qualifying nature, 1/3 negative marking. |
| CBT 2 (Part A) | Core subjects & Engineering | Decisive for merit calculation. |
| CBT 2 (Part B) | Trade-Specific | Qualifying (Minimum 35% required). |
| CBAT | Psychological Ability | Mandatory; Minimum T-Score of 42. |
The medical examination is a critical hurdle for ALP candidates. The requirement is A-1 standard. Specifically, candidates must possess 6/6 distance vision in both eyes without the use of glasses. Please note that individuals who have undergone LASIK or any form of corrective eye surgery are generally disqualified from this specific post.
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