| Board | RRB |
| Category | Other All India |
| State | All India |
| Post Date | 22 Aug 2026 |
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the application status for Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) posts under CEN No. 01/2026. Candidates can now check if their application has been provisionally accepted, conditionally accepted, or rejected. The status was released on 22nd August 2026 at 06:00 hrs on the official common application portal, rrbapply.gov.in.
This update is important for all candidates who applied for the 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies. Candidates whose applications are rejected will not be able to appear for the CBT-1 exam and will not receive a city intimation slip or admit card.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,127 |
| Application Status Release Date | 22nd August 2026, 06:00 hrs |
| Application Dates | 15th May 2026 to 14th June 2026 |
| Total Applications Received | 8,40,944 |
| Status Types | Provisionally Accepted / Conditionally Accepted / Rejected |
| Login Requirement | Registration Number and Password |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 15th May 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 14th June 2026 |
| Application Status Released | 22nd August 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip 2026 | September 2026 (expected) |
| RRB ALP Hall Ticket 2026 | September 2026 (expected) |
| RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Date | Expected in the last week of September 2026 (official date not yet notified) |
Candidates can follow these steps to check their application status for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026:
Candidates will also receive their status update via SMS and email on the mobile number and email ID registered at the time of application.
When candidates log in, the portal will display one of the following statuses:
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Provisionally Accepted | The application has been accepted based on the details submitted and is provisionally in order. It will undergo further verification during later stages of recruitment. |
| Conditionally Accepted | The application is accepted subject to certain conditions being satisfied or clarified at a later stage. |
| Rejected / Negative | The application has not been accepted. The specific reason for rejection is shown along with the status. |
The application status page will typically show the following details:
Applications for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 may be rejected for several reasons. Candidates should review the specific reason shown in their login. Common reasons include:
A total of 11,127 vacancies have been notified for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot under CEN 01/2026. These vacancies are spread across 21 RRB zones. The zone-wise provisional vacancy break-up is given below:
| S. No. | RRB Zone | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmedabad | 147 |
| 2 | Ajmer | 600 |
| 3 | Prayagraj | 457 |
| 4 | Bengaluru | 200 |
| 5 | Bhopal | 423 |
| 6 | Bhubaneswar | 180 |
| 7 | Bilaspur | 520 |
| 8 | Chandigarh | 187 |
| 9 | Chennai | 190 |
| 10 | Gorakhpur | 105 |
| 11 | Guwahati | 676 |
| 12 | Jammu | 40 |
| 13 | Kolkata | 344 |
| 14 | Malda | 270 |
| 15 | Mumbai | 1,078 |
| 16 | Muzaffarpur | 42 |
| 17 | Patna | 103 |
| 18 | Ranchi | 745 |
| 19 | Secunderabad | 874 |
| 20 | Siliguri | 60 |
| 21 | Thiruvananthapuram | 27 |
| Total | 11,127 |
Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) reservation figures are available in the detailed CEN 01/2026 notification. Candidates should refer to the official PDF on rrbapply.gov.in for the exact break-up applicable to their zone.
A total of 8,40,944 candidates registered for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 across all RRB zones. The zone-wise number of applications received is given below:
| S. No. | RRB Zone | Total Applications |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmedabad | 14,135 |
| 2 | Ajmer | 47,997 |
| 3 | Bengaluru | 30,847 |
| 4 | Bhopal | 30,677 |
| 5 | Bhubaneswar | 30,642 |
| 6 | Bilaspur | 16,056 |
| 7 | Chandigarh | 19,502 |
| 8 | Chennai | 1,24,895 |
| 9 | Gorakhpur | 28,047 |
| 10 | Guwahati | 7,512 |
| 11 | Jammu | 12,268 |
| 12 | Kolkata | 27,352 |
| 13 | Malda | 56,034 |
| 14 | Mumbai | 1,24,895 |
| 15 | Muzaffarpur | 34,207 |
| 16 | Patna | 1,16,625 |
| 17 | Prayagraj | 1,36,286 |
| 18 | Ranchi | 25,287 |
| 19 | Secunderabad | 36,742 |
| 20 | Siliguri | 15,902 |
| 21 | Thiruvananthapuram | 75,120 |
| Total | 8,40,944 |
Here are some frequently asked questions about the RRB ALP Application Status 2026:
Q1. When was the RRB ALP Application Status 2026 released?
The RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 Application Status was released on 22nd August 2026 at 06:00 hrs on rrbapply.gov.in.
Q2. How can I check my RRB ALP application status 2026?
Visit rrbapply.gov.in, log in with your registration number and password, complete two-factor authentication, and select CEN 01/2026 for Assistant Loco Pilot posts to view your status.
Q3. What does "Provisionally Accepted" mean in RRB ALP status?
It means your application has been accepted based on the details you submitted and will undergo further checks during later stages of the recruitment process.
Q4. Can I appear for the RRB ALP CBT-1 exam if my application is rejected?
No. Candidates whose applications are rejected cannot appear for CBT-1 and will not receive a city intimation slip or admit card.
Q5. Why do RRB ALP applications get rejected?
Common reasons include incorrect personal or eligibility details, an unclear photo or signature, duplicate applications, or failed fee payment.
Q6. How many vacancies are there in RRB ALP CEN 01/2026?
A total of 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies have been notified under CEN 01/2026.
Q7. How many candidates applied for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026?
A total of 8,40,944 candidates registered for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 across all RRB zones.