The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will close the online application process for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment under CEN 01/2026 today, June 14, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can complete the registration process through the official portal before the deadline.The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill a total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across various railway zones under Indian Railways.According to the official schedule, the application window will remain open until 11:59 PM today.
RRB ALP recruitment 2026: Important dates
Here’s a look at the key dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | May 15, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | June 14, 2026 |
| Application closing time | 11:59 PM |
| Age limit reference date | July 4, 2026 |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last minute, as heavy traffic on the website may cause delays during the final hours of registration.
Vacancy details
Through CEN 01/2026, the Railway Recruitment Boards aim to recruit 11,127 candidates for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot.The selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level 2 of the Seventh Central Pay Commission pay matrix with an initial basic pay of Rs 19,900 per month.
Age limit
Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age as on July 4, 2026.Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per government norms. Detailed eligibility conditions are available in the official recruitment notification.
Aadhaar verification important for applicants
The Railway Recruitment Boards have advised candidates to complete Aadhaar-based verification while filling out the application form.Candidates should ensure that their name and date of birth in Aadhaar exactly match the details mentioned in their Class 10 certificate. Applicants are also encouraged to update their latest photograph and biometric information in Aadhaar before completing the registration process.According to the recruitment authorities, Aadhaar verification can help avoid delays and issues during document verification and other stages of the selection process.
How to apply for RRB ALP recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications:
- Visit the official application portal.
- Register using the required details.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Complete Aadhaar verification, if applicable.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference.
Direct link here.Important note for candidatesThe Railway Recruitment Boards have advised candidates to carefully read the detailed notification before applying. All eligibility conditions, educational qualifications, medical standards, and recruitment procedures will be governed by the detailed CEN 01/2026 notification and any corrigendum issued later.Candidates should rely only on official RRB websites for authentic information and recruitment updates.
