RRB ALP 2026 — Complete Guide: Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus & Apply Online

The RRB ALP 2026 (Railway Recruitment Board — Assistant Loco Pilot) is one of the highest-volume railway recruitment drives. Over 6,400 vacancies for ALP and Technician posts are filled through this exam, offering a stable government career driving and maintaining Indian Railway locomotives.

RRB ALP 2026 Exam Pattern

Stage	Questions	Marks	Duration	Subjects
CBT Stage 1	75	75	60 min	Mathematics (20), GI & Reasoning (25), GS & Science (20), Current Affairs (10)
CBT Stage 2 — Part A	100	100	90 min	Mathematics (25), GI & Reasoning (25), Basic Science (40), Current Affairs (10)
CBT Stage 2 — Part B	75	75	60 min	Trade-specific syllabus (Qualifying — min 35%)
CBAT	—	—	—	Aptitude test for ALP posts (Qualifying)
Document Verification	Final step after CBAT

RRB ALP 2026 Salary

ALP starts at Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) with in-hand salary approximately ₹30,000–₹38,000 per month including allowances (DA, HRA, TA). After qualifying as Loco Pilot (Senior/Junior), salary increases significantly with pay level promotions.

How to Apply for RRB ALP 2026

Visit your regional RRB website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in for Delhi/Central region)
Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and trade details
Upload photograph, signature, and qualifying certificate scans
Pay the application fee online
Submit and note down your RRB application number

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