Railway ALP Updates 2026

RRB ALP Recruitment Updates: Our Official Hub for RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment. Track the entire lifecycle: Notification, Exam Dates, CBT 1 & 2 Syllabus, Psycho Test (CBAT), A1 Medical Standards, Admit Card, DV, & Final Results for all 21 RRB Zones

Updated: Jan 13, 2026

RRB Exam Calendar 2026 Released: Official Schedule for ALP, NTPC, JE, and Group D

Updated On: January 13, 2026

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RRB Ajmer ALP Result 2024: Provisional Panel Part-1 Released for CEN 01/2024

Updated On: December 14, 2025

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RRB Bengaluru ALP Result 2024: Provisional Panel Part-1 Declared for CEN 01/2024

Updated On: December 7, 2025

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RRB Prayagraj ALP Result 2024: Provisional Panel Part-1 Declared for CEN 01/2024

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RRB Ajmer ALP 2nd Round DV Result 2024: List of Candidates for Additional Document Verification

Updated On: December 6, 2025

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RRB Ahmedabad ALP Result 2024: Provisional Panel Part-1 Released for CEN 01/2024

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RRB ALP 2025 Application Status Out

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RRB ALP Recruitment Hub: Notification, Exam Date & Updates

The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment is the gateway to one of the most exciting careers in Indian Railwaysโ€”driving trains! This page is your Official Hub for the entire ALP recruitment lifecycle. From the release of the CEN Notification to CBT 1 & 2 Results, Psycho Test (CBAT), and Final Joining, we provide real-time updates for all 21 RRB Zones.

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Click on your Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) below to check local vacancy breakdown, application status, and result panels.

๐Ÿ’ฐ RRB ALP Job Profile & Salary (Level-2)

The Assistant Loco Pilot post falls under Level-2 of the 7th CPC. While the Basic Pay is โ‚น19,900, the gross salary is significantly higher due to the “Mileage Allowance” (Running Allowance).

Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
QualificationMatric + ITI / Diploma / Degree (Engg)
MedicalA-1 (Strictest)
AllowancesMileage + HRA + DA
PromotionSr. ALP -> Loco Pilot
Role: Assisting the Loco Pilot in driving the train. Monitoring signals, checking the locomotive’s fitness, and ensuring safe train operations.

โš™๏ธ Selection Process (Recruitment Stages)

Stage 1: CBT-1 (Screening Test)

60 Minutes, 75 Questions. Qualifying Nature. Marks are NOT added to final merit. Topics: Maths, Reasoning, General Science, GA. Negative Marking: 1/3rd.

Stage 2: CBT-2 (Merit Decider)

Consists of two parts:
โ€ข Part A (100 Q, 90 Mins): Merit is based ONLY on Part A marks. Topics: Maths, Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering.
โ€ข Part B (75 Q, 60 Mins): Trade Test (ITI/Diploma subject). Qualifying nature (35% marks mandatory).

Stage 3: CBAT (Psycho Test)

Computer Based Aptitude Test. Only for candidates who clear CBT-2 (8 times vacancy). You must score a T-Score of 42 in each test battery. No negative marking in CBAT.

Stage 4: DV & Medical

Document Verification followed by a very strict A-1 Medical Exam. Glasses are NOT allowed.

๐Ÿ“– CBT-2 Part B (Trade Syllabus) Overview

Candidates must select a trade for Part B based on their Engineering/ITI stream. This section is qualifying but mandatory.

๐Ÿ”Œ Electrical Engineering

Electrician Instrument Mechanic Wireman Winder (Armature) Refrigeration & AC

๐Ÿ“ก Electronics Engineering

Electronics Mechanic Mechanic Radio & TV

โš™๏ธ Mechanical Engineering

Fitter Mechanic Motor Vehicle Tractor Mechanic Mechanic Diesel Turner Machinist Heat Engine

๐Ÿš— Automobile Engineering

Mechanic Motor Vehicle Tractor Mechanic Mechanic Diesel Heat Engine

๐Ÿฅ A-1 Medical Standard (Crucial)

The medical standard for ALP is A-1. This is the strictest medical standard in Indian Railways.

โš ๏ธ LASIK Surgery Warning: Candidates who have undergone LASIK surgery or any eye correction surgery are PERMANENTLY DISQUALIFIED for the ALP post.
  • Distance Vision: 6/6, 6/6 without glasses (No Fogging Test).
  • Near Vision: Sn 0.6, 0.6 without glasses.
  • Tests: Must pass Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Field of Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic Vision, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is B.Tech/Diploma eligible for ALP? A: Yes. Candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering are eligible.
Q: Can I wear glasses for ALP? A: No. Candidates must have 6/6 vision without glasses. If you use spectacles, you are not eligible for Assistant Loco Pilot.
Q: Is there negative marking in ALP Exam? A: Yes. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect answer in both CBT-1 and CBT-2.
Q: What is the T-Score in CBAT? A: In the Psycho Test (CBAT), candidates must score a minimum T-Score of 42 in each of the test batteries to qualify.