Recruitment for 1,465 Railway Posts Including ALP; Opportunity for 10th-Pass & ITI Holders

East Central Railway has invited applications for recruitment to various posts, including Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), under the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. A total of 1,465 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive.

Here is important news for candidates preparing for government jobs in the Railways. East Central Railway has initiated the application process for various posts, including Assistant Loco Pilot, under the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. A total of 1,465 posts will be filled through this drive. Candidates can apply by visiting the official website of East Central Railway at ecr.indianrailways.gov.in. The last date to apply is October 15, 2026.

Recruitment for 1,465 Posts

Appointments for posts including Assistant Loco Pilot will be made under GDCE 2026. The recruitment process will be conducted via the General Departmental Competitive Examination. Before applying, candidates must check the official notification for the eligibility criteria and other conditions prescribed for the respective posts.

What is the Age Limit?

The maximum age limit for this recruitment is determined by category. The maximum age is set at 42 years for General category candidates, 45 years for OBC candidates, and 47 years for SC/ST category candidates.

CBT to Consist of 100 Questions

The selection process will begin with a Computer-Based Test (CBT). A total of 100 questions will be asked in the CBT, and candidates will be allotted 120 minutes for the exam. Depending on the specific post, a Computer-Based Aptitude Test or a Typing Skill Test will be conducted following the CBT. In addition to the CBT, the recruitment process will also include document verification and a medical examination as required; candidates must succeed in these various stages of the selection process.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates must first visit the official website of East Central Railway at ecr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Next, they need to register by clicking on the application or registration link for GDCE 2026.
Once registration is complete, fill in the required information in the application form.
Enter your personal and educational details.
If applicable, pay the fee and submit the form.
After submitting the application, download the confirmation and keep a printout for your records.

Applications Accepted Until October 15

The deadline for submitting online applications for this East Central Railway recruitment drive is October 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification regarding the post-specific qualifications, rules, and other terms and conditions before applying.