Indian Railways ALP Vacancy 2026:Indian Railways has completed 43,230 recruitments in the current fiscal year (FY 2025-26) across various categories including Technicians, Junior Engineers, RPF Sub-Inspectors & Constables, and Assistant Loco Pilots (ALPs). Additionally, 11,127 fresh ALP vacancies have been notified for 2026. This reflects Indian Railways’ strong commitment to job creation and maintaining its large workforce.
Indian Railways Recruitment 2025-26: Key Numbers
- 43,230 candidates recruited in FY 2025-26 (current fiscal, till date)
- 5.08 lakh recruited in 2014-15 to 2024-25 (vs 4.11 lakh in 2004-05 to 2013-14)
- 1,54,213 total vacancies under process via Annual Calendars 2024, 2025, 2026
- Total candidates appeared in 2024 exams: Over 3.58 crore
Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Vacancy Update 2026
- 2024: 18,799 vacancies notified; 15,873 candidates empanelled till date
- 2025: 9,970 vacancies notified; First stage CBTs completed
- 2026: 11,127 vacancies notified as per Annual Calendar 2026 (March 2026)
Indian Railways Annual Recruitment Calendar: Categories Covered
Under the 2024 Annual Calendar, 10 Centralized Employment Notifications (CENs) were issued for 92,116 vacancies across these categories:
- Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP): 18,799 vacancies
- Technicians: 14,298 vacancies
- Junior Engineers/DMS/CMA: 7,951 vacancies
- RPF Sub-Inspectors: 452 vacancies
- RPF Constables: 4,208 vacancies
- Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate): 8,113 vacancies
- Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under-Graduate): 3,445 vacancies
- Level-1 posts (Track Maintainers, Assistants, Pointsman): 32,438 vacancies
RRB Exam: Record Participation
The 2024 RRB (Railway Recruitment Board) examinations saw unprecedented participation:
- RPF Constable exam: 45.30 lakh candidates
- Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under-Graduate): 63.27 lakh candidates
- Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate): 58.41 lakh candidates
- Level-1 posts: 1.08 crore candidates
- Total across all 2024 exams: 3.58 crore candidates
Waterless Urinals for Loco Pilots
Indian Railways has been progressively installing waterless urinals in locomotives for the comfort of Loco Pilots. As of February 28, 2026, more than 2,800 locomotives have been equipped with urinals, providing better working conditions for loco pilots who often have to drive trains for long distances without facility breaks.
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FAQs on Indian Railways Recruitment 2026
Q: How many jobs were filled in Indian Railways in 2025-26?
A: 43,230 recruitment done in FY 2025-26 till date.
Q: How many ALP vacancies are open in Indian Railways in 2026?
A: 11,127 ALP vacancies have been notified in March 2026 under Annual Calendar 2026.
Q: How many total Railway vacancies are under process?
A: 1,54,213 vacancies are under process across Annual Calendars 2024, 2025, and 2026.
ALP Recruitment 2026: Eligibility & Selection Process
To apply for the Indian Railways ALP Vacancy 2026, candidates must meet the following basic eligibility criteria: The minimum age is 18 years and maximum is 28 years (with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules). Educational qualification required is a 10th pass plus an ITI certificate or diploma in relevant trade, OR a Class 12 pass with Physics and Mathematics. Candidates who have completed a three-year engineering diploma are also eligible to apply for the ALP posts.
RRB ALP Selection Stages
The RRB ALP selection process consists of multiple stages. The First Stage CBT (Computer Based Test) tests general awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Science. Candidates who qualify proceed to the Second Stage CBT which has two parts — Part A (covering Arithmetic, Basic Science and Engineering, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness) and Part B (trade-specific topics). After Part B, shortlisted candidates appear for the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), which is exclusive to ALP candidates. Final selection is based on document verification and medical examination. The entire process is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) across India.
Conclusion
Indian Railways continues to be one of India’s largest employers. With 43,230 recruitments in FY 2025-26, 5.08 lakh in the last decade, and 11,127 fresh ALP vacancies just notified, Railways is actively creating employment while modernizing its systems. The Annual Recruitment Calendar ensures transparency, certainty, and faster placement for millions of job aspirants across India.
Source: PIB, Ministry of Railways, Government of India — Rajya Sabha reply dated March 27, 2026 (Release ID: 2246142)
Official Reference: Read the full press release on the PIB official website. For RRB exam notifications and Indian Railways ALP Vacancy 2026 updates, visit the Indian Railways official portal.
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