RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational qualification, age limit and nationality for RRB ALP — Railway Assistant Loco Pilot.
Educational Qualification
Class 10 (Matriculation) plus an ITI certificate or a diploma/degree in a relevant engineering trade.
Age Limit
Generally 18–33 years, with age relaxation for OBC, SC/ST and other reserved categories.
Nationality
Indian citizen (and other categories permitted under railway rules).
Eligibility can change each recruitment cycle. Always confirm the exact age limits, qualifications and relaxations in the official RRB ALP notification before applying.
RRB ALP eligibility — FAQs
Who is eligible for RRB ALP?
Class 10 (Matriculation) plus an ITI certificate or a diploma/degree in a relevant engineering trade. Indian citizen (and other categories permitted under railway rules).
What is the age limit for RRB ALP?
Generally 18–33 years, with age relaxation for OBC, SC/ST and other reserved categories.
Is there age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes — SC/ST, OBC, PwD, ex-servicemen and other categories receive age relaxation as specified in the official notification for each recruitment cycle.