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Indian Railways, the lifeline of the nation and one of the world’s largest railway networks, has announced a massive recruitment drive under CEN No. 01/2026. This presents a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the prestigious organization as Assistant Loco Pilots (ALP) and Technicians across various disciplines. With 64,371 vacancies, this is one of the largest recruitment drives in recent years, offering stable government jobs with attractive benefits.
Indian Railways, operated under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, is the fourth-largest railway network in the world by size, with a route length of over 68,000 km and more than 7,000 stations. Employing over 1.2 million people, it is one of the largest employers globally, offering diverse career opportunities across technical, operational, and administrative domains.
The railway network plays a pivotal role in India’s economic growth, transporting over 23 million passengers and 3 million tonnes of freight daily. Working with Indian Railways not only provides job security but also contributes to nation-building. The Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and Technician roles are critical to ensuring the smooth and safe operation of trains across the country.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of 64,371 posts under two major categories:
This recruitment drive is a pan-India opportunity, with vacancies distributed across all 21 Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The selection process will be conducted in multiple stages, ensuring a fair and transparent evaluation of candidates.
Below is the detailed distribution of vacancies for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and Technician posts, including age limits and pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Age Limit (as of 01.07.2026) | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) | 27,795 | 18 to 30 years (Age relaxation applicable as per government norms) |
Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technician (Electrical) | 12,456 | 18 to 33 years | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technician (Mechanical) | 8,923 | 18 to 33 years | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technician (S&T – Signaling & Telecommunication) | 6,542 | 18 to 33 years | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technician (Civil Engineering) | 4,321 | 18 to 33 years | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technician (Other Trades) | 4,334 | 18 to 33 years | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Total Vacancies | 64,371 | ||
Candidates must fulfill the following educational qualifications and medical standards to be eligible for the ALP and Technician posts.
Source: GovtJobs.co.in — Read the original notification
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