RRB ALP Recruitment 2026–27: 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot Vacancies Approved Across 17 Zones
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has approved a massive 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) vacancies for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle, marking one of the biggest upcoming technical recruitments in Indian Railways.
The approval has been issued through Railway Board letter No. 2026(E/MPP)/25/13/ALP dated 19.02.2026, confirming that these posts will be filled via a Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) 2026 across 17 Zonal Railways and CLW.
This recruitment will be a golden opportunity for 10th + ITI / Diploma qualified candidates aiming for a stable government job in Indian Railways.
RRB ALP 2026–27: Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 |
| Approval Date | 19 February 2026 |
| Reference No. | 2026(E/MPP)/25/13/ALP |
| Recruitment Year | 2026–27 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 (7th CPC) |
| Recruiting Authority | RRBs under Ministry of Railways |
Official Railway Board Order
The Railway Board, New Delhi, has examined vacancy assessments under the Indent Management Module of HRMSfor all Zonal Railways and Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW).
RRB ALP New Vacancy 2026-27 Notification PDF
The competent authority has approved issuing a Centralised Employment Notification (CEN) for 11,127 ALP posts.
📌 Important: This is an approval order. The detailed recruitment notification (CEN 2026) is yet to be released.
RRB ALP Vacancy 2026–27: Zone-Wise Distribution
| Zonal Railway | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Railway | 1400 |
| East Central Railway | 700 |
| East Coast Railway | 1625 |
| Eastern Railway | 608 |
| North Central Railway | 457 |
| North Eastern Railway | 105 |
| Northeast Frontier Railway | 1276 |
| Northern Railway | 740 |
| North Western Railway | 600 |
| South Central Railway | 674 |
| South East Central Railway | 200 |
| South Eastern Railway | 1531 |
| Southern Railway | 250 |
| South Western Railway | 200 |
| West Central Railway | 541 |
| Western Railway | 214 |
| CLW | 06 |
| Total | 11,127 |
RRB ALP 2026 Selection Process
The ALP recruitment process will follow multi-stage screening:
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1️⃣ CBT 1
- Objective-type screening test
- Qualifying for CBT 2
2️⃣ CBT 2
- Domain-specific technical test
- Higher difficulty level
3️⃣ CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
- Mandatory for ALP
- Marks counted in final merit
4️⃣ Document Verification (DV)
5️⃣ Medical Examination (ME)
- Strict railway medical standards apply
Only candidates clearing all stages will be considered for final appointment.
What This Means for Candidates
- ✔ Vacancies officially sanctioned
- ✔ One of the largest ALP recruitments in recent years
- ✔ Centralised notification expected in 2026
- ✔ Candidates can choose preferred zones during application
The upcoming CEN 2026 will provide complete details regarding:
- Eligibility criteria
- Age limit
- Trade-wise qualification (10th + ITI/Diploma)
- Exam pattern & syllabus
- Online application dates
Why RRB ALP 2026 Is a Major Opportunity
- Level-2 Pay Scale under 7th CPC
- Railway job security and allowances
- Promotion prospects to Loco Pilot
- Pan-India recruitment
Final Update
The approval of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot posts signals a major recruitment drive by Indian Railways for 2026–27. Aspirants should start preparation early for CBT 1, CBT 2, and CBAT, as competition is expected to be intense.
Stay tuned for the official RRB ALP CEN 2026 notification, which will activate the online application process.