RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 is out. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have made the link live for viewing the Exam City & Date, and for SC/ST candidates downloading the Travel Authority, for the Computer Based Test (CBT-I) of CEN No. 01/2026 – Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). The notice is dated 23.10.2026. The CBT-I is scheduled on 03, 04 and 05 November 2026.
This recruitment is for 11127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across all RRBs at Pay Level 2 (initial pay ₹19,900). Below are the important dates, how to check your exam city, when the admit card (e-call letter) will come, the CBT-I pattern, and the official links.
RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice in Employment News | 21.03.2026 |
| Online application window | 15.05.2026 to 14.06.2026 (23:59 hours) |
| CBT-I schedule notice | 21.09.2026 (CBT-I tentatively 03.11.2026 to 05.11.2026) |
| Revised application status notice | 14.10.2026 |
| Exam city & date intimation link live | 23.10.2026 |
| CBT-I exam dates | 03.11.2026, 04.11.2026 and 05.11.2026 |
| E-call letter (admit card) download | About 4 days (tentatively) before your exam date |
RRB ALP 2026 Post Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Railway Recruitment Boards (Ministry of Railways) |
| CEN number | 01/2026 |
| Post | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Total vacancies (all RRBs) | 11127 |
| Pay level | Level 2, 7th CPC – initial pay ₹19,900 |
| Medical standard | A-1 |
| Selection stages | CBT-1 → CBT-2 → Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
Eligibility, Age and Fee (Quick Recap)
- Qualification: Matriculation/SSLC plus ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in a notified trade such as Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic (Diesel), Turner, Machinist or Wireman. Matriculation/SSLC plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in these trades is also accepted. So is Matriculation/SSLC plus a three-year Diploma (or Degree) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Automobile Engineering.
- Age: 18 to 30 years as on 01.07.2026. Upper age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (NCL). Ex-servicemen, Railway staff and Act Apprentices get relaxation as per the CEN.
- Fee (already paid during application): ₹500 for general candidates, of which ₹400 is refunded after appearing in CBT-1. The fee is ₹250 for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Female, Transgender, Minority and EBC candidates, refunded after appearing in CBT-1. Bank charges are deducted from refunds.
RRB ALP CBT-I Exam Pattern 2026
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Questions / Marks | 75 questions, 75 marks (1 mark each) |
| Subjects | Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Science (Class 10 level Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences) |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Minimum pass percentage | UR & EWS 40%, OBC (NCL) 30%, SC 30%, ST 25% |
CBT-1 is only a screening exam, and its marks are not counted in the final panel. Candidates are shortlisted for CBT-2 RRB-wise, up to 15 times the vacancies of each RRB, based on normalised marks.
How to Check RRB ALP Exam City 2026
- Visit the official website of your RRB, for example rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Open the CEN 01/2026 (ALP) link for Exam City & Date intimation / Travel Authority, or use the official direct link in the table below.
- Enter your Registration Number and your Date of Birth (used as the password), then fill in the captcha.
- View your exam city and date. SC/ST candidates eligible for free travel can download the Travel Authority.
- Save a copy, and come back about 4 days before your exam date to download the e-call letter.
The city intimation slip is not the admit card. You must carry the e-call letter to the exam centre. As per the notice, candidates can view their exam city about 10 days (tentatively) before their exam date. If you forgot your registration number, you can retrieve it at www.rrbapply.gov.in or check your registered email.
Aadhaar and Exam Day Instructions
- Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be done at the exam centre before you enter the hall. Bring your original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar.
- If you have not verified your Aadhaar yet, log in at www.rrbapply.gov.in and complete it. This makes entry smoother.
- Keep your Aadhaar unlocked in the UIDAI system. It should show your correct name, date of birth (as per Class 10 certificate), latest photograph, biometrics, address and father’s name.
- Helpdesk: 7996342666, Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- RRB warns candidates to rely only on official RRB websites and to beware of touts. Selection is based only on merit in the CBT.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| RRB ALP exam city & date intimation – official login | Open |
| RRB official website (Chandigarh) | Open |
| Notice: city intimation slip & helpdesk, 23.10.2026 (English) | |
| Notice: city intimation slip & helpdesk (Hindi) | |
| CBT-I schedule notice (21.09.2026) | |
| Detailed CEN No. 01/2026 (English) |
हिंदी में जानकारी
रेलवे भर्ती बोर्ड (RRB) ने CEN 01/2026 असिस्टेंट लोको पायलट (ALP) की पहले चरण की CBT के लिए एग्जाम सिटी और तारीख देखने का लिंक (सिटी इंटिमेशन स्लिप) जारी कर दिया है। इसी लिंक से SC/ST उम्मीदवार ट्रैवल अथॉरिटी भी डाउनलोड कर सकते हैं। सूचना 23.10.2026 की है। CBT-I परीक्षा 03, 04 और 05 नवंबर 2026 को होगी।
- कुल पद: 11127 (सभी RRB), पे लेवल 2, प्रारंभिक वेतन ₹19,900। आयु सीमा 01.07.2026 को 18–30 वर्ष।
- ई-कॉल लेटर (एडमिट कार्ड) परीक्षा तिथि से लगभग 4 दिन पहले जारी होगा। सिटी स्लिप एडमिट कार्ड नहीं है।
- CBT-1 पैटर्न: 75 प्रश्न, 75 अंक, 60 मिनट। विषय गणित, मानसिक क्षमता और सामान्य विज्ञान हैं। गलत उत्तर पर 1/3 अंक कटेगा।
- परीक्षा केंद्र पर आधार से बायोमेट्रिक सत्यापन होगा। मूल आधार कार्ड या ई-वेरिफाइड आधार का प्रिंट साथ लाएं और आधार अनलॉक रखें।
- हेल्पडेस्क: 7996342666 (सोमवार से शनिवार, सुबह 9 से शाम 6 बजे)। दलालों से सावधान रहें।
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was the RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 released?
The RRB notice dated 23.10.2026 says the link to view the exam city and date (and the SC/ST Travel Authority) for CBT-I of CEN 01/2026 is live.
What is the RRB ALP CBT-I exam date 2026?
The CBT-I is scheduled on 03.11.2026, 04.11.2026 and 05.11.2026. Your exact date is shown in the city intimation link.
When will the RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 be released?
E-call letters will be available about 4 days (tentatively) before your exam date shown in the city intimation link.
Is the city intimation slip the same as the admit card?
No. The slip only tells you the exam city and date. You must download the e-call letter and carry it to the exam centre.
How many vacancies are there in RRB ALP 2026?
CEN 01/2026 notifies 11127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies across all RRBs at Pay Level 2.
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Note: This article is prepared from the official notice/website. Dates and details can change – always verify the latest information on the official website before applying or downloading. / नोट: आवेदन या डाउनलोड से पहले आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर नवीनतम जानकारी अवश्य जांचें।
