About Railway Recruitment Board Recruitment 2026
Railway Recruitment Board has officially announced the recruitment process for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025 (CEN 01/2025). A total of 10970 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across Various Railway Zones across India.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 18 to 30 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details — Total 10970 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 10970 | Class 10th Matric with ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in trades like Fitter, Electrician, etc., OR Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering, OR BE/B.Tech in these disciplines. | — |
Important Dates
| Exam Date | 13-18 February 2026 |
| Application Begin | 12/04/2025 |
| Last Date Apply | 19/05/2025 |
| Last Date Fee | 21/05/2025 |
| Correction Form | 22-31 May 2025 |
| Exam City Available | 03/02/2026 |
| Re Schedule Exam Date | 11/03/2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Answer Key Available | 20/03/2026 |
✏️ Correction Window: 22-31 May 2025
Application Fee
| General | 500 |
| OBC | 500 |
| EWS | 500 |
| SC | 250 |
| ST | 250 |
| PH / / / PwD | 250 |
| 250 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/07/2025 |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Class 10th Matric with ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in specified trades OR Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering OR BE/B.Tech in these disciplines.
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Railway Recruitment Board — the official website.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2025 (CEN 01/2025).
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for RRB ALP 2025?
The last date to apply online is 19 May 2025.
What is the application fee for General category?
The application fee for General/OBC/EWS is Rs. 500.
What is the age limit for ALP?
Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 30 years as on 01/07/2025.
What is the total number of vacancies?
There are a total of 10970 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot.
What is the eligible qualification for ALP?
Candidates need Class 10th with ITI in relevant trades or Diploma/BE/B.Tech in Engineering.
When will the exam be held?
The exam is scheduled from 13 to 18 February 2026.
When will the admit card be available?
The admit card will be available 4 days before the exam.
Is there any fee refund?
Yes, after appearing in Stage I exam, UR/OBC/EWS get Rs. 400 refund and SC/ST/PH/Female get Rs. 250 refund.
What is the application correction window?
The correction window is from 22 to 31 May 2025.
How can I pay the application fee?
The fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
What is the selection process for ALP?
The selection process includes a Written Exam (Stage I) and further stages as per RRB rules.
What is the fee for SC/ST candidates?
The application fee for SC/ST/PH is Rs. 250, and the refund after Stage I is also Rs. 250.
Where will the job posting be?
Postings will be across various Railway Zones in India.
Is there any relaxation in age?
Age relaxation is applicable as per RRB rules, but specific details are not mentioned in the notification.
Important Links
Important links will be added once the official notification is released.