RRB ALP recruitment 2026: Indian Railways has started the online registration process for recruitment to the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under CEN No. 01/2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the recruitment drive through the official portal, RRB Apply Portal.The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill a total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across various railway zones in the country through different Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs).According to the schedule, the application process began on May 15, 2026, and candidates can submit their online forms till June 14, 2026.RRB ALP recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteriaCandidates applying for the Assistant Loco Pilot posts must possess an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) certificate or an engineering diploma in the relevant discipline.The minimum age required to apply is 18 years, while the upper age limit is 30 years as on July 1, 2026. Reserved category candidates will be eligible for age relaxation as per government norms.Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-2 with an initial basic salary of ₹19,900 per month, along with other allowances applicable under railway rules.Railway zones participating in recruitmentThe recruitment process will be handled by multiple Railway Recruitment Boards, including Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj, Ranchi and Secunderabad, among others.Selection processThe selection process for RRB ALP recruitment 2026 will consist of the following stages:Computer Based Test (CBT)-1Computer Based Test (CBT)-2Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)Document VerificationMedical ExaminationCBT-1 will include 75 objective-type questions from Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science and General Awareness. The exam duration will be 60 minutes.As per the marking scheme, one-third mark will be deducted for every incorrect response.CBT-2 and aptitude test detailsCBT-2 will be divided into two parts. Part-A will contain 100 questions, while Part-B will consist of 75 technical trade-related questions. Candidates will be required to secure at least 35 per cent marks in Part-B.Candidates shortlisted after CBT-2 will have to appear for the Computer Based Aptitude Test, where securing a minimum T-score of 42 in each test battery will be mandatory.The final merit list will be prepared by giving 50 per cent weightage each to CBT-2 Part-A scores and CBAT performance.How to apply for RRB ALP recruitment 2026Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the application process:Visit the official website at RRB ApplyClick on the Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment linkRegister using the required detailsFill in the application form carefullyUpload the required documentsPay the application fee onlineSubmit the form and download a copy for future referenceDirect link here.Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official portal for updates regarding the detailed notification, examination schedule and admit card release.Check Kerala SSLC Result online here.Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!