RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 Exam Date Out

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RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: CBT-1 City Intimation Slip Out for 11,127 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the Exam City Intimation Slip for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN 01/2026). Candidates who have successfully registered for the exam can b check their allotted exam city, date, and shift timings on the official regional RRB websites.
The Computer Based Test (CBT-1) is scheduled to be conducted from 03 November to 05 November 2026.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026: Overview

Attribute Details
Recruiting Organization Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Advertisement Number CEN 01/2026
Post Name Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
Total Vacancies 11,127 Posts
Pay Scale Level-2 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Initial basic salary ₹19,900/-)
CBT-1 Exam Dates 03, 04, and 05 November 2026
City Intimation Release Date 24 October 2026 onwards
Admit Card Release Date 4 days prior to respective exam date
Job Location Across Indian Railways
Official Portal rrbapply.gov.in

Important Dates & Exam Schedule

  • Online Application Dates: 15 May 2026 to 14 June 2026
  • Application Status Release: 22 August 2026
  • CBT-1 City Intimation Slip Available: From 24 October 2026
    • Exam on 3 November: Slip live from 24 October
    • Exam on 4 November: Slip live from 25 October
    • Exam on 5 November: Slip live from 26 October
  • CBT-1 Admit Card Release Date: Approximately 4 days before the exam date (Expected from 31 October 2026)
  • CBT-1 Exam Dates: 03 November to 05 November 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

  • Educational Qualification:
    • Matriculation / 10th pass plus ITI from recognized SCVT/NCVT institutions in relevant trades (Fitter, Electrician, Turner, Machinist, Electronics, etc.), OR
    • Diploma / Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile Engineering.
  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years (Age relaxations applicable for reserved categories as per government norms).

Selection Process

The multi-stage selection process for RRB ALP includes:
  1. First Stage CBT (CBT-1): Screening test comprising Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Science, and General Awareness (75 Questions, 60 Minutes).
  2. Second Stage CBT (CBT-2): Divided into Part A (Core technical & aptitude syllabus) and Part B (Trade-specific qualifying test).
  3. Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) / Psycho Test: For candidates clearing CBT-2.
  4. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination (ME): Final health and fitness scrutiny under medical standard A-1.

Step-by-Step: How to Download City Intimation Slip

Follow these simple steps to check your exam city and date:
  1. Step 1: Visit the official regional website of your respective RRB or go to the centralized portal rrbapply.gov.in.
  2. Step 2: Click on the active link reading “CEN 01/2026 CBT-1 Exam City Intimation Slip”.
  3. Step 3: Enter your Registration Number and Date of Password/Birth as login credentials.
  4. Step 4: Submit the details to view your allocated exam city, date, shift timing, and travel authority details.
  5. Step 5: Save or print a copy for your travel convenience. (Note: This slip is only for travel planning; official admit cards will be issued 4 days prior to the exam).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: When is the RRB ALP CBT-1 exam scheduled to take place?
Ans: The CBT-1 examination is scheduled from 03 November to 05 November 2026.
Q2: How can I check my exam city for RRB ALP 2026?
Ans: You can check and download your city intimation slip by logging into the official regional RRB portals using your registration credentials.
Q3: When will the RRB ALP CBT-1 admit card be available?
Ans: The official admit cards will be released 4 days prior to each candidate’s respective exam date.

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