RRB ALP Exam Date 2026 OUT: Check CBT 1 Schedule & Admit Card Details

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have confirmed the official schedule for the 2026 Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment examination. Registered candidates will appear for the first stage computer-based exam between 3 November and 5 November 2026. Candidates should check the complete timetable below and plan their final revision strategy accordingly. 

According to the Railway RRB ALP Exam Date Notice, candidates can find out their assigned exam city via the intimation link approximately ten days ahead of the exam date. The official e-Call letters, carrying the exact exam centre venue, reporting time, shift slot, and general instructions, will be released exactly 4 days before each candidate's scheduled exam date. 

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Schedule 2026

The RRB ALP CBT 1 examination will take place on 3, 4, and 5 November 2026. Refer to the table below for important dates regarding the intimation slip and hall ticket:

Click on this link to view the official PDF
→ Download Official RRB ALP Exam Date Notice PDF Here 

RRB ALP Recruitment 2026 - Key Details

The RRB will hold the ALP CBT 1 exam in online mode. Candidates can refer to the overview table below for a concise summary of the recruitment 

How to Check the RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 

Once the boards activate the official link online, candidates can follow these steps to check their allotted exam city details: 

1. Go to the official website of your regional board or head directly to the central application portal at rrbapply.gov.in.
2. Click on the link for "CEN 01/2026 (ALP) Exam City and Date Intimation Slip".
3. Fill in your registered application number or user ID along with your date of birth or login password.
4. Submit your credentials to view your city intimation slip.
5. Check your allocated exam city alongside the exam date and shift timing, and save or download a copy so you can make your travel arrangements in advance. 

Step-by-Step Guide to Download RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 

The railway recruitment boards will activate the admit card download link 4 days prior to the specific exam date indicated on your city slip. Follow these steps to obtain your RRB ALP hall ticket: 

1. Open the portal at rrbapply.gov.in or navigate to the official website of your respective regional RRB.
2. Provide your registered user credentials, including your application ID and security password.
3. Once logged in, your CBT 1 hall ticket will show up on your screen.
4. Save the RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 file to your system and take a clear printout.
5. Print out multiple clean copies to bring to the exam centre along with an original valid photo identity proof and Aadhaar card.