RRB ALP Exam Date 2026 OUT – Revised Schedule Released for CEN 01/2025
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the revised exam date for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Recruitment 2026 under CEN 01/2025. As per the latest notification issued on 29 January 2026, the CBT 1 examination will now be conducted from 16 February to 18 February 2026 across various exam centres in India.
Candidates who have applied for the ALP posts are advised to check the updated schedule and plan their final phase of preparation accordingly. The revised exam date notification is available on the respective regional RRB websites.
RRB ALP Revised Exam Date 2026 – Latest Update
- Recruiting Authority: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
- Advertisement Number: CEN 01/2025
- Exam Stage: CBT 1
- Revised CBT 1 Exam Dates: 16–18 February 2026
- Notification Release Date: 29 January 2026
- Official Websites: rrbcdg.gov.in & other regional RRB portals
This revision is important for candidates who were preparing according to the earlier tentative schedule.
RRB ALP Exam 2026 – Important Dates
- Exam City Intimation: 10 days before exam
- Admit Card Release: Around 4 days before exam
- CBT 1 Exam Dates: 16, 17 & 18 February 2026
- CBT 1 Result: To be announced
How to Download RRB ALP Revised Exam Date Notification 2026
Candidates can check and download the revised exam schedule by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of your respective RRB (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in)
- Go to the “Latest Announcements” or CEN 01/2025 section
- Click on “Revised Tentative Exam Schedule for ALP (CEN 01/2025)”
- The notification PDF will open on the screen
- Download and save it for future reference
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RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026 (CBT 1)
The CBT 1 is a screening test and qualifying in nature. Key details include:
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Subjects Covered:
- Mathematics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Science
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
- Negative Marking: As per official RRB norms
- Duration & Marks: Mentioned on the admit card
| Railway Recruitment Board ALP Exam Date 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total Vacancies | 9970 Posts |
| Exam Date | 16th to 18th February 2026 (CBT 1 Revised) |
| Exam Timing | Multiple shifts (Details in Admit Card) |
| Admit Card Date | 4 days before exam date |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Category | Exam Date / Exam Schedule |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in / regional RRB websites |
RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 – When & How to Download
The RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 for CBT 1 will be released approximately 4 days before the exam date. Candidates can download it using:
- Registration Number
- Date of Birth / Password
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📌 Note: Exam city and date details will be visible earlier through the city intimation link.
Documents Required on RRB ALP Exam Day
- Printed copy of RRB ALP Admit Card 2026
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card preferred for biometric verification)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Required stationery items as per instructions
What After RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam?
Candidates qualifying CBT 1 will be called for the next stages:
- CBT 2
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final selection will be based on performance in all applicable stages and medical fitness.
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Important Advisory
Candidates are advised to rely only on official RRB websites for updates related to exam dates, admit cards, and results. Avoid misinformation from unofficial sources.