RRB ALP Admit Card 2026: CBT 1 Hall Ticket Releasing Soon — Exam on November 3 to 5, Download at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is all set to release the RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 for the Computer Based Test 1 (CBT 1) scheduled from November 3 to November 5, 2026. Candidates who applied for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment under CEN 01/2026 for a total of 11,127 vacancies must keep a close watch on their respective regional RRB websites to download their Hall Ticket as soon as it is released.

Before the Admit Card, RRB is expected to release the Exam City Intimation Slip around October 23 to 24, 2026 — approximately 10 days before the exam. This slip will mention your exam city, shift timing, and reporting time, which will help you plan your travel in advance.

The Admit Card / E-Call Letter will be made available for download 4 days prior to a candidate’s actual exam date. The download link will be active on the official portal rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and the application portal rrbapply.gov.in.

This article covers everything you need to know — how to download the admit card, what details it contains, documents to carry on exam day, and a complete overview of the RRB ALP 2026 recruitment.

RRB ALP Admit Card 2026

Important Dates — RRB ALP CBT 1 2026

Candidates are advised to bookmark their regional RRB website and check it daily from October 22 onwards to avoid missing the admit card release.

How to Download RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 — Step by Step

Follow these steps carefully to download your RRB ALP CBT 1 Hall Ticket 2026:

Step 1: Open your browser and go to the official RRB portal — rrb.indianrailways.gov.in or your respective regional RRB website.

Step 2: On the homepage, look for the notification link titled “CEN 01/2026 — Download CBT 1 Admit Card / E-Call Letter” and click on it.

Step 3: You will be redirected to the candidate login page. Enter the following credentials:

• Registration Number
• Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Password

Step 4: Enter the Captcha Code displayed on the screen and click Submit.

Step 5: Your RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 will appear on the screen with all your exam details.

Step 6: Download the Admit Card and take a clear black and white or color printout. Keep multiple copies safe.

Note: The Admit Card will be available only through the official RRB portal. Do not trust any third-party website claiming to provide the Hall Ticket.

Details Mentioned on RRB ALP Hall Ticket 2026

The RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 will carry the following important information:

Documents to Carry on RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Day

Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam center on the day of examination. Failure to produce these may result in denial of entry:

Mandatory Documents:

• Printed copy of RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 (A4 size, clear print)
• One original valid Photo ID proof — any one of the following:
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Voter ID Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • PAN Card
  • School / College ID Card (for students)

Important: The name and photo on the ID proof must match the details on the Admit Card. Digital or photocopy of ID proof will not be accepted.

What is the Exam City Intimation Slip and How is it Different from the Admit Card?

Many candidates confuse the Exam City Intimation Slip with the Admit Card. Here is the difference:

Download the Exam City Intimation Slip first to plan your travel and accommodation. The Admit Card will follow 4 days before your exam.

RRB ALP 2026 Recruitment Overview

Total Vacancies

The RRB has notified 11,127 posts for Assistant Loco Pilot across various railway zones under CEN 01/2026.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as per the notification cutoff date. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess any one of the following:

• Matriculation (Class 10) pass plus ITI from a recognized institution approved by NCVT or SCVT in relevant trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Wireman, Electronics, Mechanic, etc.
• Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade.
• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Automobile Engineering from a recognized institution.

Medical Standard: Candidates must pass A-1 Medical Standard which includes stringent visual acuity requirements such as distant vision, color vision, binocular vision, and night vision tests.

Selection Process — RRB ALP CEN 01/2026

The selection for Assistant Loco Pilot is conducted in the following stages:

Stage 1 — First Stage CBT (CBT 1): This is a screening test. Marks of CBT 1 are not counted in the final merit list. It is qualifying in nature and shortlists candidates for CBT 2.

Stage 2 — Second Stage CBT (CBT 2): CBT 2 has two parts — Part A and Part B.

• Part A is scored and determines merit. It has 100 questions to be attempted in 90 minutes.
• Part B is a qualifying trade test with 75 questions in 60 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks are 35 percent.

Stage 3 — Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT / Psycho Test): This test evaluates psychometric competencies including memory, depth perception, concentration, and rule-following ability. It is mandatory for all candidates clearing CBT 2.

Final Merit: The final merit list is prepared combining 50 percent weightage from CBT 2 Part A scores and 50 percent from CBAT scores.

Stage 4 — Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents for verification.

Stage 5 — Medical Examination: A comprehensive medical fitness examination as per A-1 Medical Standard.

CBT 1 Exam Pattern — RRB ALP 2026

Subjects Covered in CBT 1:

Salary and Pay Scale — RRB ALP Post

In addition to a fixed salary, ALP employees also receive running allowances based on the kilometers traveled, making the overall package attractive.

All RRB Region Websites — Official Links

Candidates must visit only their respective regional RRB portal to download the Admit Card:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)