The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced revised exam dates for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) position. The exams will now take place on February 13, 16, 17, and 18, 2026. The application period for these positions closed on May 19, 2025. Candidates who applied can expect their exam city details and admit cards to be available soon.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates related to the RRB ALP recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | April 12, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | April 12, 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | May 19, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May 21, 2025 |
| Application Correction Date | May 22-31, 2025 |
| Revised Exam Date | February 13, 16, 17 & 18, 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
The application fees varied based on the candidate’s category:
- For General/OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
- For SC/ST/PwBD Ex-Serviceman Candidates: ₹250/-
Payment could be made online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Age Limits
As of July 01, 2025, candidates needed to meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
The Railway Recruitment Board provides age relaxation for certain categories as per their rules.
Total Posts and Eligibility
A total of 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions were announced. Here’s a quick look at the eligibility:
| Post Name | No. Of Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 9,970 Post | Candidates must have passed 10th grade along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade or hold a Diploma/Degree in Engineering in the respective field. For zone-wise eligibility, candidates should check the official notification. |
How to Check Your RRB ALP Exam Date
To find your specific exam date, shift, and reporting instructions, follow these steps:
- Open your internet browser on your mobile or computer.
- Visit the official website of your respective Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) zone/region (e.g., RRB Delhi, RRB Mumbai, RRB Chennai). To check your exam city details or download your admit card soon, visit the official RRB ALP website.
- Look for the “Latest Notifications,” “Exam Schedule,” or “Recruitment Updates” section on the homepage.
- Find the link titled “RRB ALP Exam Date 2026” or “RRB ALP Exam Schedule 2026.”
- Click on the exam date/schedule notification. This will usually open a PDF document.
- In the PDF, you can check your exam date, shift/session timing, and reporting instructions.
- After reviewing, download or save the PDF to your device and take a printout for your records.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) position involves several stages:
- CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test 1)
- CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test 2)
- CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
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