RRB ALP & Technician Recruitment 2026: 17,692 Vacancies — Apply Before June 14 (ALP) | Eligibility, Salary & Complete Guide
Indian Railways ne Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) ke through do badi recruitments nikali hain — Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) ke liye 11,127 posts (CEN 01/2026) aur Technician ke liye 6,565 posts (CEN 02/2026). ALP ki last date 14 June 2026 hai — sirf 3 din bache hain! Technician application 30 June se start hogi. ITI pass, Diploma holders, aur Engineering graduates — sab eligible hain. Salary ₹19,900 basic pay + allowances.
Recruitment Overview — ALP vs Technician
| Detail | ALP (CEN 01/2026) | Technician (CEN 02/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 | 6,565 |
| Application Start | Already Open | June 30, 2026 |
| Last Date | June 14, 2026 | July 29, 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18-30 years | 18-30/33 years |
| Qualification | 10th + ITI / Diploma / B.Tech | 10th + ITI / Diploma / B.Tech |
| Pay Level | Level 2 (₹19,900) | Level 2 (₹19,900) |
| Apply At | rrbapply.gov.in | rrbapply.gov.in |
ALP — Eligibility & Qualification
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | 10th pass + ITI in relevant trade OR Diploma in Engineering OR B.Tech/BE |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (as on 01/07/2026) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years | OBC: 3 years | PwBD: 10 years | Ex-Servicemen: as per rules |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (Gen/OBC/EWS) | ₹250 (SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD/Female) |
| Relevant ITI Trades | Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright Maintenance, Electronics, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Vehicle, Refrigeration & AC, Welder, etc. |
Salary & Benefits — ALP
| Component | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹19,900/month |
| Dearness Allowance | ~₹9,000+ (revised quarterly) |
| HRA | ₹1,600-₹4,800 (city-wise) |
| Running Allowance | Based on km traveled (significant addition) |
| Night Duty Allowance | Extra pay for night shifts |
| Total In-Hand | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000/month |
• Free medical for self and family at railway hospitals
• Free/discounted travel passes — unlimited train travel for family
• Pension (New Pension Scheme)
• Leaves — earned leave, casual leave, medical leave
• Quarters — government accommodation (subject to availability)
• Career Growth — Loco Pilot → Senior ALP → Loco Pilot (Goods/Passenger/Mail) → Senior Loco Pilot
How to Apply — Step by Step
Go to the official RRB application portal. Select CEN 01/2026 (ALP) ya CEN 02/2026 (Technician).
Email, mobile number, aur basic details se registration karo. Login credentials note kar lo.
Apna preferred RRB zone select karo. Sirf ek zone mein apply karo — multiple zones mein apply karne se disqualification ho sakti hai.
Personal details, educational qualifications, ITI trade, aur post preferences fill karo. Photo aur signature upload karo.
₹500 (Gen/OBC/EWS) ya ₹250 (SC/ST/Female/PwBD/Ex-SM). Online payment — UPI, net banking, debit/credit card.
Final submit karo aur application slip download kar lo. ALP ke liye June 14 se pehle submit karo!
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: CBT (Computer Based Test) | 75 questions, 60 minutes. Math, General Intelligence, General Science, General Awareness |
| Stage 2: CBT + Part B | Part A: Same as Stage 1 (qualifying). Part B: Trade-specific questions (qualifying) |
| Stage 3: CBAT (ALP only) | Computer-Based Aptitude Test for ALP candidates — tests psychomotor skills |
| Document Verification | Original certificates verification |
| Medical Examination | Eye test (critical for ALP — must have distance vision of 6/6) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ALP ke liye ITI kaunsi trade chahiye?
Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Millwright Maintenance, Electronics Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Refrigeration & AC, Welder, Turner, Machinist, aur kai aur trades eligible hain. Exact list CEN 01/2026 notification mein di gayi hai.
Kya Diploma ya B.Tech wale bhi apply kar sakte hain?
Haan! 10th + ITI ke alawa, Engineering Diploma holders aur B.Tech/BE degree holders bhi ALP aur Technician dono ke liye eligible hain.
ALP ki salary kitni hoti hai?
Basic pay ₹19,900/month (Level 2, 7th CPC). DA, HRA, running allowance, aur night duty allowance ke saath total in-hand ₹25,000-₹35,000/month hota hai. Running allowance ALP ke liye significant addition hai.
Kya multiple RRB zones mein apply kar sakte hain?
Nahi! Sirf ek RRB zone mein apply karo. Multiple zones mein apply karne se candidature reject ho jayegi.
Technician ke liye application kab start hogi?
Technician (CEN 02/2026) ki online application June 30, 2026 se start hogi aur July 29, 2026 tak open rahegi.
CBAT (Aptitude Test) kya hota hai?
CBAT sirf ALP candidates ke liye hai. Yeh psychomotor skills test hota hai — reaction time, hand-eye coordination, concentration level, etc. check kiya jata hai. Practice ke liye ISRO CBAT mock tests available hain online.
