descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Railway Recruitment Control Board (RRB) / Ministry of Railways has officially published the recruitment notification for 18,799 vacancies under advertisement reference CEN 01/2026. Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-05-15 to 2026-06-20. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Notice Released
Online Apply Start
Last Date to Apply
Closed
Last Date for Fee
Correction Window
2026-06-22 to 2026-07-01
Exam Date
November 2026
Admit Card Available
4 Days prior to CBT-1
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Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400 refundable after appearing in CBT-1)
SC / ST Candidates
Rs. 250/- (Full Rs. 250 refundable after appearing in CBT-1)
Female (All Categories)
Rs. 250/- (Full Rs. 250 refundable after appearing in CBT-1)
Payment Mode
Online via SBI e-Pay, Net Banking, UPI, Credit/Debit Card
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
Matriculation / 10th Pass + ITI from recognized NCVT/SCVT in approved trades, or 3-Year Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering.
18 to 33 Years (includes 3-year special age relaxation granted by Railway Board).
Category Relaxation: OBC (NCL): 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, Ex-Servicemen: As per Railway Ministry establishment norms.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Level-2 (7th CPC) initial basic pay Rs. 19,900/- plus Dearness Allowance, HRA, and Running Allowance
📝 Selection Process
First Stage CBT (Screening - 75 Questions in 60 Minutes)
Second Stage CBT (Part A: 100 Marks Merit + Part B: Qualifying Trade Test 75 Marks)
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT / Psycho Test for qualifying candidates)
Document Verification & Medical Fitness Examination in Railway Hospitals
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Govt Job Age Calculator & Relaxation Checker
सरकारी नौकरी आयु सीमा व उम्र छूट कैलकुलेटर
✓ DoPT Verified Formula
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 18,799 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Assistant Loco Pilot (Electrical Traction)
11,280
10th Pass + ITI (Electrician/Wireman/Electronics) OR 3-Yr Diploma / B.E. in Electrical/Electronics
18-33 Years
Assistant Loco Pilot (Mechanical Traction)
7,519
10th Pass + ITI (Fitter/Mechanic/Automobile) OR 3-Yr Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical/Automobile
18-33 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Open the centralized Railway recruitment portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
Register a permanent candidate account with valid Mobile Number and Aadhaar verification.
Log in and select Centralized Employment Notice CEN 01/2026 (ALP).
Choose ONLY ONE Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) zone based on regional vacancy breakdown.
Fill in educational qualifications and select your ITI/Diploma engineering trade.
Upload recent passport photograph with clear light background and signature in JPEG format.
Pay the exam fee (Rs. 500 for General/OBC; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Female) and download confirmation receipt.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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Verified Direct Official Links / महत्वपूर्ण आधिकारिक लिंक्स
Authentic government servers for RRB ALP 2026 • No third-party ad redirect traps
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Apply Online (Official Server 1 - Main Portal)Direct Candidate Login & One Time Registration (OTR)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — RRB ALP 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
Is Diploma or B.Tech engineering graduate eligible for RRB ALP 2026?
Yes. Candidates possessing a 3-year Diploma or 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering from an AICTE recognized institute are fully eligible in lieu of ITI.
What is the negative marking criteria in RRB ALP examination?
There is 1/3rd (one-third) negative marking for each incorrect answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2 Part A. However, there is NO negative marking in the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT).
How much application fee is refunded after attending the ALP CBT-1?
Candidates who physically appear in CBT-1 receive Rs. 400 back (for Rs. 500 fee payers) and the full Rs. 250 back (for SC/ST/Female/ESM candidates) directly into the bank account specified during registration.