Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam Date Announcement
Post Date: January 7, 2026, 6:51 PM
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued an important notice regarding the exam dates for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill 9,970 vacancies. The application period for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 ran from April 12, 2025, to May 19, 2025. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place on February 16 and 18, 2026. Candidates who applied for this recruitment can now access their RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 via the provided links.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: April 12, 2025
- Application Start Date: April 12, 2025
- Application Deadline: May 19, 2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: May 21, 2025
- Application Correction/Modification Period: May 22 – May 31, 2025
- Application Status Displayed: December 5, 2025
- Examination Date: February 16 & 18, 2026
- Admit Card Release: Prior to the examination date
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 500/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹ 250/-
- All Category Female: ₹ 250/-
Fee Refund (After Appearing in Stage I Exam):
- General: ₹ 400/-
- OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PH: ₹ 250/-
- All Category Female: ₹ 250/-
Examination fees are payable via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other available payment modes.
Age Limit for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025
The age criteria for this recruitment are as of July 1, 2025:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (for General/EWS category)
- Maximum Age: 33 Years (for OBC category)
- Maximum Age: 35 Years (for SC/ST category)
Age relaxation is applicable as per the existing Railway RRB ALP Recruitment Rules. For precise age calculation, you can use the Age Calculator.
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 9,970
- Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Number of Posts: 9,970
For detailed zone-wise and category-wise vacancy information, please refer to Railway RRB ALP Zone Wise & Category Wise Vacancy Details.
Division Wise Vacancy Details
| Division Name | No. of Post |
|---|---|
| RRB Ahemdabad WR | 497 |
| RRB Ajmer NWR | 679 |
| RRB Ajmer WCR | 141 |
| RRB Bangalore SWR | N/A |
| RRB Bhopal WCR | 46 |
| RRB Bhopal WR | 618 |
| RRB Bhubaneswar ECOR | 928 |
| RRB Bilaspur CR | 568 |
| RRB Chandigarh NR | 433 |
| RRB Chennai SR | 362 |
| RRB Gorakhpur NER | 100 |
| RRB Guwahati NFR | 30 |
| RRB Jammu and Srinagar NR | 08 |
| RRB Kolkata ER | 262 |
| RRB Kolkata SER | 458 |
| RRB Malda ER | 410 |
| RRB Malda SER | 24 |
| RRB Mumbai SCR | 22 |
| RRB Mumbai CR | 376 |
| RRB Mumbai WR | 342 |
| RRB Muzaffarpur ECR | 89 |
| RRB Patna ECR | 33 |
| RRB Prayagraj NR | 80 |
| RRB Prayagraj NCR | 508 |
| RRB Ranchi ECR | 578 |
| RRB Ranchi SER | 635 |
| RRB Secunderabad SCR | 967 |
| RRB Secunderabad ECOR | 533 |
| RRB Siliuguri NFR | 95 |
| RRB Thiruvanathapuram SR | 148 |
| Total Post | 9970 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Class 10th / High School Certificate along with an ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
Alternatively, candidates holding a Degree or Diploma in Engineering from a recognized Indian university are also eligible.
It is crucial for all applicants to thoroughly read the official notification before submitting their application.
How to Check RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026
- Navigate to the Important Links section below.
- Click on the Download Exam Date Notice link.
- Upon redirection to a new page, you will need to enter your:
- Registration Number
- Login ID
- Date of Birth/Password
- Captcha Code
- Click the Login button.
- After successful login, you will be able to download your exam date information.
Alternatively, the exam date can be checked on the official RRB website.
Mode of Selection
The selection process for RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 comprises the following stages:
- CBT-1 (Computer-Based Test – Stage I)
- CBT-II (Computer-Based Test – Stage II)
- CBAT (Computer-Based Aptitude Test)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Links
- Download Exam Date Notice (English | Hindi)
- Check Application Status
- Download Application Status Notice (English | Hindi)
- Edit/Modify Application (Through Login)
- Apply Online
- Download Exam Date Notice
- Download Notification (English | Hindi)
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App
- Join WhatsApp Channel
- Join Telegram Channel
- Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Has the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 been released?
A. Yes, the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 has been released.
Q. When was the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 officially announced?
A. The RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 was issued on January 7, 2026, by the RRB.
Q. When will the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026 exam be held?
A. The RRB ALP 01/2025 CBT examination will be conducted on February 16 & 18, 2026.
Q. Where can I check the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026?
A. You can check it on the official RRB website: indianrailways.gov.in.
Q. What should I search for on the website to find the RRB ALP 01/2025 Exam Date 2026?
A. Look for “Exam Date – RRB ALP 01/2025 Recruitment 2025” in the notifications list.
Q. What login credentials do I need to download the Admit card?
A. Typically, you will need your Registration Number (or Roll Number) and your Date of Birth (or Password) to log in.
Q. What is the RRB Official Website?
A. The official website of RRB is https://indianrailways.gov.in/.