RRB ALP 2026: CEN 01/2025 CBT 2 Result (Out), CEN 01/2026 Vacancy Revised (14627)

The RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 has been revised from 11,127 to 14,627 posts, with 3,500 additional vacancies added to the recruitment drive under CEN 01/2026. The Railway Recruitment Boards had announced the RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Dates 2026 on September 21, 2026, with the Computer-Based Test scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026. The RRB ALP CBT 1 City Intimation Slip 2026 will be released around 10 days before the respective exam date, while the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card 2026 will be available 4 days before the scheduled exam. Candidates must also undergo Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication at the exam centre and carry their original Aadhaar card or e-verified Aadhaar printout. Earlier, the RRB ALP Application Status 2026 was released on August 22, 2026, which allowed candidates to check whether their applications had been accepted or rejected.

The RRB ALP CBT 2 Result 2026 for CEN 01/2025 has been announced on October 1, 2026, for candidates who appeared in the RRB ALP CBT 2 exam 2026 conducted on July 28, 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for 10,970 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies, and the result has been made available through the respective regional RRB websites, containing the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the next stage. Along with the result, the RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 has also been released, with qualifying marks provided zone-wise and category-wise for candidates shortlisted for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test. The RRB ALP CBT 2 Scorecard 2026 has also been released, which allows candidates to view their individual marks through the candidate login, and the scorecard download facility remains available until October 16, 2026. Following the evaluation of the RRB ALP CBT 2 answer key 2026, RRB has shortlisted candidates for the RRB ALP CBAT 2026 stage. RRB will conduct the RRB ALP CBAT 2026 on October 30, 2026, for candidates shortlisted from the CBT 2 stage.

RRB ALP 2026 Overview

The RRB ALP 2026 Recruitment (CEN 01/2026) is being conducted to fill 14,627 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies in the Indian Railways, following an increase of 3,500 posts from the initial 11,127 vacancies. The job role for an ALP is assisting the Loco Pilots in monitoring the trains and ensuring locomotive performance, with strict adherence to the Railway Board protocols. The recruitment is conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mode for evaluating the candidates across multiple skill areas and aptitude testing.

RRB ALP 2026 Important Dates

The RRB ALP Application Status 2026 for CEN 01/2026 was released on August 22, 2026, which helps candidates to check whether their applications had been accepted or rejected. The Railway Recruitment Board has notified on September 21, 2026, that the RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam 2026 will be conducted from November 3 to 5, 2026. The RRB ALP 2026 application status for registered candidates will be released soon on the respective regional RRB websites. Meanwhile, for CEN 01/2025, the Railway Recruitment Boards have declared the RRB ALP CBT 2 Result 2026 on October 1, 2026, for the CBT 2 exam conducted on July 28, 2026.

RRB ALP Application Process 2026

The link to view the RRB Application status 2026 was activated on August 22, 2026, allowing candidates who applied under CEN 01/2026 to check whether their applications were accepted or rejected. Before this, the application correction window was available from June 17 to June 26, 2026, giving candidates an opportunity to modify permitted details in their submitted forms.

The RRB ALP 2026 application process was conducted online from May 15 to June 14, 2026, for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilots, with the total vacancies later increased from 11,127 to 14,627 posts under CEN 01/2026. Candidates were required to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing details such as their name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, and photo ID, followed by entering their personal and academic information. They also had to upload the required scanned documents in the prescribed format and complete the application by paying the applicable fee through online payment modes.

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026

RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria 2026 has been specified across the Age Limit Requirement, Nationality/Citizenship, Educational Qualification and Medical Standards. Candidates between 18 and 30 years of age and possessing an ITI / Diploma / Engineering degree in the relevant trade are eligible for the post are eligible for recruitment as an Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). It must be noted that candidates not having an Indian Citizenship are mandatorily required to possess a Certificate of Eligibility issued and verified by the concerned government authorities.

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RRB ALP Exam Pattern 2026

RRB ALP 2026 exam is conducted in a multi-stage selection process across CBT I, CBT II, Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. CBT Stage 1 is a screening-based test used to shortlist candidates for the subsequent CBT Stage 2 examination, where Marks scored are not added to the final merit. The next stage is divided into two parts, with Part A marking necessary for merit calculation and Part B acting only as a qualifying stage for the candidates.

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RRB ALP Syllabus 2026

RRB ALP Syllabus 2026 is designed to test the candidate’s analytical, logical and technical knowledge, to evaluate their suitability for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). It broadly covers Mathematical, Reasoning, General Science, General Awareness and relevant technical trade subjects. The exam is conducted in multiple stages, with screening-based CBT Stage 1 and advanced testing in CBT Stage 2. Trade knowledge of the candidates is tested in the Part B section of CBT Stage 2, which is qualifying in nature.

RRB ALP CBT 1 Syllabus 2026

The RRB ALP 2026 CBT Stage 1 syllabus covers key areas such as Mathematics, Reasoning ability, General Science, and General Awareness, to evaluate candidates’ analytical and logical understanding. It acts as a screening test for shortlisting candidates for the subsequent Stage 2. This stage tests the candidates for their speed, accuracy, and time management.

RRB ALP CBT 2 Syllabus 2026

CBT Stage 2 is more on the advanced technical side, divided into two sections. Part A contributes towards the final merit score preparation, while Part B is qualifying in nature. Candidates are evaluated on the in-depth knowledge of the subjects required for locomotive operations and managing railway technical systems.

RRB ALP CBT 2 Syllabus 2026 for Part A

CBT II Part A syllabus includes Mathematics, General Intelligence and Basic Engineering subjects covering fundamentals of advanced arithmetic, algebra, analytical thinking, physics, and Trigonometry. Performance in this section is important as the marks scored are added to the merit score for final merit list preparation.

RRB ALP CBT 2 Syllabus 2026 for Part B

RRB ALP 2026 CBT II Part B is qualifying in nature, and the marks obtained are not counted for the final merit preparation. The syllabus for Part B is prescribed by the Directorate General of Training, based on the trade selection made by the candidates. To qualify, candidates must score a minimum of 35% marks in the exam, uniform across all categories.

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RRB ALP Vacancy 2026

The RRB ALP 2026 Vacancy Breakup has been released on the official RRB website along with the recruitment notification, with the total vacancies subsequently revised from 11,127 to 14,627 posts. The vacancies are generally distributed zone-wise and category-wise to ensure recruitment across different zones and categories. The number of vacancies varies each year depending on the number of retirements, operational requirements, and expansion across the Indian Railways. Under CEN 01/2026, the RRB initially notified 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies. The vacancy has since been increased by 3,500 posts to 14,627, although the RRB is yet to release the complete post-wise and zone-wise breakup of the additional vacancies.

How many RRB ALP vacancies have been increased in 2026?

The Railway Recruitment Board has increased the RRB ALP Vacancy 2026 by 3,500 posts, taking the total vacancies from the initially notified 11,127 to 14,627 Assistant Loco Pilot posts under CEN 01/2026. The additional vacancies have been allocated across seven railway zones, with the highest increase of 790 posts each in South Eastern Railway (SER) and 700 posts in South Central Railway (SCR). Candidates can check the additional RRB ALP vacancies below in the table.

RRB ALP Admit Card 2026

The RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 for CBT 1 will be released about four days before the candidate’s scheduled exam date under CEN 01/2026. Since the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam is scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, candidates can expect their e-call letters to be released on a date-wise basis before their respective exam dates. The admit card will contain important details such as the exam date, candidate’s roll number, exam centre and address, shift timing, reporting time, and exam-day instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the e-call letter along with a valid original photo ID, such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence, to the exam centre.

RRB ALP Exam City Intimation Slip 2026

The RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 will be released for candidates appearing in the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam 2026 scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, under CEN 01/2026. RRB has stated that the exam city intimation link will be activated 10 days before the candidate’s respective exam date. The slip will mention the allotted exam city and exam date, helping candidates plan their travel arrangements.

RRB ALP Answer Key 2026

The RRB ALP CBT 1 Answer Key 2026 will be released after the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam 2026 scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, under CEN 01/2026. The RRBs are expected to first publish the provisional answer key along with the candidates’ response sheet and question paper, allowing them to calculate their probable scores and raise objections against any incorrect questions or answers within the specified objection window. After reviewing the objections, the RRBs will release the final answer key, which will be considered while preparing the RRB ALP CBT 1 result 2026. The exact date for the RRB ALP CBT 1 answer key 2026 has not been announced yet.

RRB ALP Result 2026

The RRB ALP CBT 1 Result 2026 will be announced after the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam 2026, scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, under CEN 01/2026. The result is expected to be published on the respective regional RRB websites in PDF format, listing the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for CBT 2, along with the category-wise cut-off marks and scorecards. The result will be prepared based on candidates’ performance in CBT 1 and the given normalization and shortlisting criteria.

Meanwhile, for the CEN 01/2025 recruitment, the RRB ALP CBT 2 Result 2026 was declared on October 1, 2026, after the RRB ALP CBT 2 exam 2026 was conducted on July 28, 2026. The result was released online in PDF format on the respective regional RRB websites and contains the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the next stage, CBAT. Candidates can access the result PDF without logging in and search their roll number in the list to check their qualifying status. The RRRB ALP CBT 2 scorecard 2026 has also been released, with the individual scorecard available through the candidate login using the registration number and date of birth. RRB will keep the scorecard link active until October 16, 2026.

RRB ALP Cutoff 2026

The RRB ALP Cut Off 2026 for CEN 01/2026 will be released after the RRB CBT 1 exam 2026 scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, along with or after the declaration of the CBT 1 result. The cut-off will be published RRB-wise and category-wise, indicating the marks required for candidates to be shortlisted for CBT 2. Since RRB ALP CBT 1 2026 is a screening stage and candidates are shortlisted based on their normalised marks and merit within the RRB they selected, the cut-off may vary across regions and categories. The official RRB ALP notification 2026 also specifies minimum qualifying marks of 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for OBC-NCL/SC, and 25% for ST.

Meanwhile, under CEN 01/2025, the RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 has been announced along with the result on October 1, 2026. The cutoff marks represent the normalised scores used for shortlisting candidates for the CBAT and have been issued separately for different RRB regions and reservation categories. Among the RRB ALP CBT 2 cutoff 2026 figures, the General cutoff is highest for RRB Muzaffarpur at 57.82313 marks, while the lowest General cutoff is 40.13605 marks for RRB Secunderabad and RRB Bilaspur.

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