
East Central Railway has invited applications for 1465 posts including Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) through the General Department Competitive Examination (GDCE). Eligible candidates can apply at ecr.indianrailways.gov.in until October 15, 2026.
East Central Railway has invited applications for 1465 posts including Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) through the General Department Competitive Examination (GDCE). Eligible candidates can apply at ecr.indianrailways.gov.in until October 15, 2026.

The upper age limit is 42 years for UR candidates, 45 for OBC, and 47 for SC/ST. The selection process includes a Computer Based Test of 100 questions over 120 minutes, followed by aptitude or typing tests, document verification, and medical examination.
Both Hindustan Times and Times of India report the same factual details without any editorial slant. The coverage is uniform straight reporting that reproduces the official recruitment notice. Readers should note the October 15, 2026 deadline and the age relaxation criteria for reserved categories.
Coverage: 2 sources, 2 neutral
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com (neutral report), timesofindia.indiatimes.com (neutral report)
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.