Railway Recruitment Cell (Central Railway)
Railway Alp Technician 2026 Recruitment — Job Details
Qualification or eligibility note: ITI/Diploma in Engineering. Compare experience, age and category requirements with the official notice before proceeding.
- Vacancies
- 1245
- Qualification
- ITI/Diploma in Engineering
- Age Limit
- 18-28 years
- Application Mode
- online
- Last Date
- 20 May 2026
- Reference No.
- RRC/CR/2026/01
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20 May 2026
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📋 Quick Overview
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell (Central Railway) |
| Post | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) & Technicians |
| Qualification | ITI/Diploma in Engineering |
| Age Limit | 18-28 years (age relaxation applicable) |
| Salary | Railway pay scale (7th CPC) |
| Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
The Railway Recruitment Cell (Central Railway) has announced 1,245 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and Technicians positions through direct recruitment. This recruitment drive offers technical roles in Indian Railways for ITI and Diploma holders across various engineering trades.
Vacancy & Post Details
The recruitment includes positions for Assistant Loco Pilots and various Technician roles in Central Railway. The total number of vacancies is 1,245, with reservation benefits as per government norms. The exact breakdown of vacancies by category and post will be available in the detailed notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: ITI certificate or Diploma in Engineering from recognized institutions. The specific trades and disciplines will be detailed in the official notification.
Age Limit: 18-28 years as on the crucial date. Age relaxation applies as per government rules:
- OBC: 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: As per government norms
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in the appropriate pay level as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Railway employees receive:
- Basic pay according to pay level
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical benefits for employee and family
- Provident Fund and Pension benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) if applicable
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The exact exam pattern and syllabus will be detailed in the official notification.
Application process reference — Step by Step
- Visit the official website: www.rrcr.org
- Click on the recruitment notification for ALP & Technicians
- Register with personal and educational details
- Fill the application form with required information
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the application and take printout for reference
Application fee details will be specified in the notification with category-wise exemptions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | To be notified |
| Last Date for Application | 20 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Railway Recruitment Cell (Central Railway): archive questions
Q: What is the last date to application window closed for Railway ALP Technician 2026?
A: The last date to apply is 20 May 2026. Applications must be submitted online before this deadline.
Q: What qualification is required for Railway ALP Technician posts?
A: Candidates need ITI certificate or Diploma in Engineering from recognized institutions. Specific trades will be detailed in the notification.
Q: What is the age limit for Railway ALP Technician recruitment?
A: The age limit is 18-28 years with relaxation of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwD candidates.
Q: How many vacancies are available in Railway ALP Technician 2026?
A: There are 1,245 vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician positions in this recruitment drive.
Q: What is the selection process for Railway ALP Technician?
A: The selection process includes Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
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What to verify on the official notification
- Total number of vacancies and category-wise reservation.
- Post-wise eligibility, age limit, and age relaxation rules.
- Educational qualification and any experience requirement.
- Application start date, last date, and fee payment deadline.
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- Selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus.
- Pay scale, allowances, and probation terms.
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