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RRB ALP Exam Guide
Assistant Loco Pilot Recruitment
CEN 01/2026 examination cycle · Railway Recruitment Boards
Written and source-checked by NeelGyan Team · Last verified 2 August 2026
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Current cycle
CEN 01/2026
Current stage
CBT-I schedule awaited
Next key date
Not announced
Vacancies
11,127 provisional
Age
18–30 years on 1 July 2026
Selection route
CBT-I → CBT-II → CBAT → DV/A1 medical
CEN 01/2026 cycle tracker
- Detailed CEN15 May 2026
- Applications15 May–14 June
- Modification window17–26 June
- CBT-I scheduleAwaitedYou are here
- CBT-II and CBATAfter CBT-I result
- DV and A1 medicalAfter CBAT merit
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About RRB ALP
What is RRB ALP?
CEN 01/2026 advertised 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies in Pay Level 2 with initial pay of ₹19,900. Applications ran from 15 May to 14 June 2026 and the modification window closed on 26 June.
No CBT-I schedule, city intimation or call letter was listed on the official CEN page by 2 August. Candidates should prepare for CBT-I while monitoring their chosen RRB, rather than relying on an unofficial predicted date.
Latest RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Updates
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RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Highlights
Key verified exam details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| CBT-I | 75 questions · 75 marks · 60 minutes |
| CBT-II | Part A 100 + Part B 75 questions |
| CBAT | T-score 42 in every battery |
| Medical | A1 standard |
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CEN 01/2026 Important Dates
Official notification and exam timeline
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Detailed notice and FAQ | Published | |
| Applications opened | Published | |
| Applications closed | Closed | |
| Fee-payment deadline | Closed | |
| Modification window opened | Published | |
| Modification window closed | Closed |
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Application Process and Fees
Official application route and fee details
CEN 01/2026 applications, fee payment and modification windows are closed. The chosen RRB cannot be changed through the correction process.
Candidates should monitor the chosen RRB for application status, CBT-I schedule, city/date slip and e-call letter; no exact test date was official on the verification date.
| Candidate category | Paid / refundable amount |
|---|---|
| Most candidates | ₹500 paid; ₹400 refundable after CBT-I, subject to bank charges |
| SC, ST, ExSM, Female, Transgender, Minorities and EBC | ₹250 paid; refundable after CBT-I, subject to bank charges |
- Refund requires actual appearance in CBT-I and correct bank details.
- The application and payment windows are closed.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Eligibility Criteria
Qualification, age and other requirements
Technical route
ITI / apprenticeship
- Matric plus a trade listed in the CEN.
- NCVT/SCVT and apprenticeship conditions apply.
Diploma route
3-year relevant diploma
- Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Automobile streams as notified.
- Relevant engineering degree may substitute under the CEN.
Age
18–30 years
- Measured on 1 July 2026.
- Category relaxations follow the notice.
Medical
A1 standard
- Stringent vision and colour-vision requirements.
- Medical suitability is essential for appointment.
RRB ALP CBT-I Admit Card
Verified current-cycle status
Current status: No CEN 01/2026 CBT-I schedule, city slip or e-call letter was listed by 2 August 2026.
The chosen RRB will publish dated links before the examination; ignore predicted dates.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam Pattern and Selection Process
Stages, papers and qualifying rules
- 01CBT-I screening
- 02CBT-II Parts A and B
- 03Computer Based Aptitude Test
- 04Document verification and A1 medical
RRB ALP CBT-I Pattern
| Component | Questions / marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Science, General Awareness & Current Affairs | 75 / 75 | 60 min |
- The detailed subject-wise distribution is governed by the CEN/handout.
- One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
RRB ALP CBT-II Pattern
| Part | Questions / marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Part A — Maths, Reasoning, Basic Science & Engineering | 100 / 100 | 90 min |
| Part B — qualifying trade test | 75 / 75 | 60 min |
- Part B is qualifying and requires the CEN's minimum score.
- One-third negative marking applies to CBT-II objective answers.
RRB ALP CBAT and Final Merit
| Item | Requirement | Merit role |
|---|---|---|
| Each CBAT battery | Minimum T-score 42 | All batteries must be cleared |
| CBT-II Part A | Qualify and rank | 50% of final merit |
| CBAT | No negative marking | 50% of final merit |
- Part B and medical fitness remain mandatory even though they do not carry the stated final-merit weight.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Syllabus Overview
Subjects and stages in the official syllabus
- CBT-I covers Mathematics, Mental Ability, General Science at Class 10 level and General Awareness/Current Affairs.
- CBT-II Part A covers Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and Basic Science & Engineering; Part B tests the relevant qualifying trade.
- CBAT measures notified aptitude batteries rather than conventional subject knowledge and must be cleared battery by battery.
Mathematics
Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, time/work and related Class 10 concepts.
Mental ability
Analogies, coding, series, directions, data interpretation and analytical reasoning.
Science and engineering
Class 10 general science plus basic engineering concepts for CBT-II Part A.
Trade and aptitude
Part B trade knowledge followed by multi-battery CBAT for shortlisted candidates.
RRB ALP Answer Key
Verified current-cycle status
Current status: No CEN 01/2026 CBT-I question, response or key window exists before the examination.
Wait for an official RRB viewing/objection notice after CBT-I.
RRB ALP Result
Verified current-cycle status
Current status: No current-cycle result is published before CBT-I.
CBT-I shortlists for CBT-II; later CBAT merit applies only to ALP candidates who reach that stage.
RRB ALP Cut-off
Verified current-cycle status
Current status: No CEN 01/2026 stage cut-off exists before the examinations.
Minimum qualifying percentages and actual shortlisting cut-offs are different; prior-cycle cut-offs do not predict this cycle.
RRB ALP Recruitment Snapshot
Technical eligibility, aptitude testing and safety medical standards
Assistant Loco Pilot is a safety-category Level-2 post with zone-wise vacancies, technical qualification routes and the stringent A1 medical standard.
- Assistant Loco Pilot across participating Railway zones and production units
- Pay Level 2 with initial pay ₹19,900
- A1 medical and aptitude requirements
CEN 01/2026 Core Facts
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 11,127 provisional |
| Pay level | Level 2 |
| Initial pay | ₹19,900 |
| Age | 18–30 on 1 July 2026 |
| Medical | A1 |
- Zone/category vacancies can be revised by the Railway Administration.
Official sources for this table
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Preparation Strategy
A syllabus-first preparation route
- Build CBT-I speed without neglecting accuracy under one-third negative marking.
- Start CBT-II Part B trade revision before CBT-I; it is qualifying and can eliminate an otherwise strong Part A score.
- Use the official RRB mock interface to become familiar with computer-based navigation when released.
- Do not attempt unsafe self-testing of vision; candidates with concerns should obtain qualified medical advice and read the A1 standards.
Official-first RRB ALP Preparation Stack
- Keep the detailed CEN and application FAQ as authority.
- Use NCERT Class 9–10 maths and science for foundations.
- Use recognised ITI/diploma material for the chosen Part B trade.
- Use official government sources for current affairs and the RRB mock when activated.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Previous Question Papers
Official question-paper resources
RRBs may provide candidate-specific questions, responses and keys in a time-limited objection tracker after a CBT. There is no permanent official CEN 01/2026 past-paper archive yet.
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RRB ALP CBT-I date announced?
No official CEN 01/2026 CBT-I date was listed by 2 August 2026.
How many RRB ALP vacancies are there?
11,127 provisional vacancies under CEN 01/2026.
What qualification is required?
A notified Matric-plus-ITI/apprenticeship route or relevant three-year engineering diploma/accepted degree route; the detailed trade list controls eligibility.
What is the age limit?
18–30 years on 1 July 2026, with prescribed relaxations.
Is there negative marking?
Yes in CBT-I and CBT-II: one-third per wrong answer. CBAT has no negative marking.
Is CBT-II Part B counted in final merit?
It is qualifying, but must be cleared before Part A can support later selection.
What is the CBAT qualifying rule?
A minimum T-score of 42 in every test battery, without category relaxation under the notified rule.
What medical standard applies?
A1, including stringent vision and colour-vision requirements.
Official Information and Sources
Primary notice and authority links
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