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The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 for CEN 01/2025 has been issued on October 1, 2026, along with the result and merit list. The cutoff has been published region-wise and category-wise along with the result for CEN 01/2025, and candidates meeting the required cutoff are shortlisted for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test. The RRB ALP CBAT 2026 is scheduled for October 30, 2026. For the UR category, the CBT 2 cutoff is 67.68 marks in both RRB Bhopal and RRB Gorakhpur, which is the highest among the listed regions, while the lowest UR cutoff is 40.13 marks in RRB Bhubaneswar, RRB Bilaspur and RRB Secunderabad. The cutoff figures for other categories are also provided separately for EWS, OBC, SC and ST across the respective RRB regions. Meanwhile, for the RRB ALP recruitment 2026 under CEN 01/2026, the RRB ALP CBT 1 exam 2026 is scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, and its cutoff will be announced after the exam has concluded.
The RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 is announced separately for each RRB zone and category. The qualifying marks differ based on factors such as vacancies, exam difficulty, and the overall performance of candidates. For CEN 01/2025, the RRB ALP CBT 1 cutoff 2026 showed considerable variation across zones. The UR cutoff was highest for Ahmedabad at 84.21 marks, followed by Patna at 81.33, while Guwahati recorded 58.92 marks and Thiruvananthapuram 59.06 marks. The variation in cutoffs reflects the level of competition across different RRB zones, as zones with fewer vacancies or a larger number of candidates have higher cutoff marks.
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RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 Highlights
RRB ALP 2026 exam is conducted for the recruitment of ALPs across different zones of the Indian Railways. For the selection of candidates, the exam is conducted in multiple stages, including CBT Stage 1, CBT Stage 2, CBAT, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. The mode of examination for RRB ALP 2026 Recruitment is a computer-based test (CBT) at the designated examination centres across different regions of the country. Based on competition and vacancies, RRB ALP zone-wise cutoffs vary by 10-20 marks for the particular year.
How to Check the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026?
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 for CEN 01/2025 is now available, with the zone-wise and category-wise qualifying marks determining which candidates have been shortlisted for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test. Candidates can check their qualifying status through the respective RRB portals, along with details such as their normalised score and category-wise cutoff marks. Candidates can download the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 through the step-by-step process specified below:
Step 1: Visit the official regional RRB website of the zone to which candidates have applied for.
Step 2: Locate the ‘RRB ALP Result 2026’ section on the homepage.
Step 3: Click on the ‘RRB ALP Cutoff 2026’ link under the Result section.
Step 4: Open and download the Cutoff in PDF format.
RRB ALP CBT 2 Zone-wise Cutoff 2026 for CEN 01/2025
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 shows the qualifying marks for candidates across different RRB regions and reservation categories under CEN 01/2025. The cutoff varies significantly across zones, with RRB Bhopal and RRB Gorakhpur recording the highest General category cutoff of 67.68 marks. While RRB Bhubaneswar, RRB Bilaspur and RRB Secunderabad have the lowest General category cutoff of 40.13 marks. The table below presents the cutoff marks for General, EWS, OBC, SC and ST categories across the respective RRB regions.
RRB ALP CBT 1 Zone-wise Cutoff 2026 for CEN 01/2025
RRB ALP CBT 1 Cutoff 2026 has been released on June 12, 2026, along with the CBT 1 result on the regional Railway Recruitment Board websites. The cutoff marks represent the minimum normalized score required to qualify for the next stage of the selection process. The cutoff varies across zones and categories based on factors such as the number of vacancies, exam difficulty level, and overall candidate performance. Candidates who score equal to or above the prescribed cutoff are shortlisted for CBT 2. Below is the official zone-wise and category-wise RRB ALP CBT 1 Cutoff 2026:
| RRB Zone | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | ESM |
| Ranchi | 80.99 | 64.19 | 60.87 | 77.52 | 63.70 | 32.89 |
| Bhubaneswar | 66.80 | 55.60 | 47.51 | 57.82 | 40.05 | 34.25 |
| Bhopal | 80.77 | 69.44 | 64.47 | 76.37 | 70.62 | 30.22 |
| Chandigarh | 79.56 | 71.28 | 54.64 | 73.92 | 54.22 | 34.65 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 59.06 | 44.05 | 25.06 | 50.17 | 40.70 | 31.11 |
| Malda | 72.49 | 50.11 | 35.56 | 63.97 | 40.01 | 47.56 |
| Ajmer | 80.07 | 69.92 | 70.83 | 74.02 | 40.00 | 34.22 |
| Bilaspur | 71.54 | 40.65 | 42.79 | 64.39 | 40.03 | 27.54 |
| Chennai | 62.38 | 49.32 | 41.10 | 56.94 | 40.09 | 31.21 |
| Guwahati | 58.92 | 47.49 | 46.58 | 49.90 | 40.67 | 36.99 |
| Jammu–Srinagar | 65.75 | 50.01 | 41.12 | -- | -- | 41.10 |
| Mumbai | 64.41 | 46.92 | 34.66 | 53.91 | 40.03 | 33.04 |
| Kolkata | 74.36 | 56.24 | 45.06 | 61.62 | 40.04 | 31.11 |
| Secunderabad | 77.13 | 63.26 | 62.26 | 72.85 | 60.25 | 30.06 |
| Siliguri | 73.08 | 61.20 | 50.44 | 61.67 | 40.41 | 34.67 |
| Prayagraj | 80.09 | 69.24 | 69.01 | 75.56 | 64.44 | 32.44 |
| Gorakhpur | 80.00 | 65.68 | 64.31 | 74.54 | 58.22 | 36.89 |
| Patna | 81.33 | 51.11 | 30.89 | 73.72 | 41.52 | 43.68 |
RRB ALP Previous Year Cutoff
RRB ALP Previous Year Cutoff helps the candidates analyse the scoring trends and the competition level for the previous year. The cutoff differs category-wise and zone-wise depending on factors like the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the candidate’s performance in the examination. Generally, zones with high competition tend to have higher cutoff than zones with less competition.
RRB ALP Cutoff 2024
The RRB ALP Cutoff 2024 varied across RRBs and categories, with noticeable differences in the qualifying marks. In the CBT 1 cutoff data, the highest Open-category cutoff was 72.09 marks for Muzaffarpur, while the lowest was 40.09 marks in Chandigarh. For CBT 2, the highest listed UR cutoff was 73.13 marks in Muzaffarpur, whereas the lowest listed ST cutoff was 25.18 marks in Bilaspur.
RRB ALP CBT 1 Cutoff 2024
The RRB ALP CBT 1 cutoff 2024 marks vary across RRB zones and categories. As per the table, the highest Open-category cutoff is 72.09 marks in the Muzaffarpur zone, followed by 67.59 marks in Patna. On the other hand, the lowest Open-category cutoff is 40.09 marks in Chandigarh, while the lowest cutoff among the listed categories is 25.00 marks for ST in Prayagraj.
RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2024
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2024 varied considerably across railway zones and categories. Among the Open-category cutoffs listed in the table, Muzaffarpur recorded the highest cutoff of 73.13 marks for UR, whereas Bilaspur had the lowest cutoff of 25.18 marks for ST. Candidates can refer to the RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2024 below.
RRB ALP Psycho Cutoff 2024
The RRB ALP Psycho cutoff 2024 varied across RRBs and categories. As per the table, the highest UR cutoff is 82.94 marks for NR, while the lowest UR cutoff is 70.80 marks for Thiruvananthapuram. For the EWS category, the cutoff ranges from 82.07 marks for NR to 54.00 marks for Jammu-Srinagar. Candidates can check the cutoff distribution for different categories in the table below.
Factors Influencing RRB ALP Cutoff 2026
RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 varies depending on several important factors, such as the number of vacancies, exam difficulty, the number of candidates, and category-wise performance. Higher vacancies reduce the competition level for that particular year, keeping the cutoff marks lower. In addition, if more candidates appear for the examination (relatively more than the vacancies announced), the cutoff marks for that year might be higher than the average scores. Zone-wise competition also creates differences in cutoff marks between various zones.
RRB ALP Result 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has declared the RRB ALP CBT 2 Result 2026 for CEN 01/2025 on October 1, 2026. Earlier, RRB held the RRB CBT 2 exam 2026 on July 28, 2026. The result has been published on the respective regional RRB websites and contains the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process. Candidates can also access their CBT 2 scorecard and cutoff marks through their respective regional RRB portals.
RRB ALP Scorecard 2026
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Scorecard 2026 was made available on October 1, 2026, along with the CBT 2 result for CEN 01/2025. The scorecard download facility will remain active until October 16, 2026, after which the link will no longer be available. Candidates can download their scorecard using their registration number and date of birth. It will display section-wise marks, overall score, and qualifying status based on the official cutoff. The scorecard is an important document for further stages like Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Check: RRB ALP Syllabus 2026
RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 FAQs
What is the ALP cutoff for CBT 2 in 2026?
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 was released on October 1, 2026, along with the result for CEN 01/2025. The cutoff is different for each RRB region and category. For the General category, the cutoff ranges from 40.13 marks in RRB Bhubaneswar, RRB Bilaspur, and RRB Secunderabad to 67.68 marks in RRB Bhopal and RRB Gorakhpur among the published figures. Candidates who meet the prescribed cutoff and qualify for CBT 2 Part B are shortlisted for the CBAT, which is scheduled for October 30, 2026.
Is RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 released category-wise and region-wise?
Yes, the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 is released category-wise and region-wise.
How can candidates download the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026?
Candidates can download the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 from the official regional RRB website as it has been released by the Railway Recruitment Board.
When will the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 be released?
The RRB ALP CBT 2 Cutoff 2026 has been released on October 1, 2026, along with the CEN 01/2025 CBT 2 result. The cutoff was issued for candidates who appeared in the RRB ALP CBT 2 exam 2026 held on July 28, 2026, and is available region-wise and category-wise on the respective RRB websites.
What are the minimum qualifying marks for RRB ALP 2026?
Generally, the minimum qualifying marks for RRB ALP 2026 are UR – 40%, OBC – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25%.
Is normalisation applicable to the RRB ALP 2026 exam?
Yes, normalisation is applicable for the RRB ALP 2026 exam as it is conducted across multiple shifts.
Is the previous year cutoff useful for RRB ALP 2026 preparation?
Yes, the previous year cutoff helps candidates set a target score and assess their performance against previous cutoff trends.
What are the factors influencing the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026?
RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 varies depending on several important factors, such as the number of vacancies, exam difficulty, the number of candidates, and category-wise performance.
How much should candidates aim to score for the RRB ALP 2026 exam?
Candidates should aim for a safe above the expected cutoff to improve their chances of qualifying for the next stage.
Is the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 released in a PDF document format?
Yes, the RRB ALP Cutoff 2026 is released category-wise and zone-wise in a PDF document format.
Can candidates raise objections on the provisional answer key for RRB ALP 2026?
Yes, candidates can raise objections to the provisional answer key. After having reviewed the objections, the board releases the final answer key with the final result for that stage.
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is RRB ALP cutoff 0?
Latest available cutoff year for RRB ALP is 0. Cutoffs vary by college, course and category (General, OBC, SC/ST, EWS).
How much rank is enough for RRB ALP?
There is no single fixed rank for RRB ALP because cutoffs depend on your category (General, OBC, SC/ST, EWS), target college/course and counselling round. In our latest cutoff dataset, the primary cutoff type is cutoff, so compare your value using the same metric. For a genuine estimate, check the cutoff trend (last 3–5 years) and shortlist options where your value is better than (or close to) the latest closing cutoff.
Which colleges accept RRB ALP?
Multiple colleges accept RRB ALP. Check the college list and then filter by course/category for a precise shortlist.
Which categories are available in RRB ALP cutoff?
Categories depend on counselling. Use category-wise cutoff summary to see available categories for the latest year.
Which courses are most common for RRB ALP accepting colleges?
Courses vary by college. Use course-wise keys and filters to find the most common courses for this exam.
Which states and college categories are common in RRB ALP cutoff data?
State-wise and college-category-wise distribution depends on the accepting colleges. Use cutoff-wise keys for the latest available distribution.
