The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the RRB ALP Exam Date 2026 for candidates who applied for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment. Aspirants preparing for this highly competitive railway exam can now check the tentative CBT exam schedule, selection process, and other important details.
The RRB ALP examination will be conducted in multiple stages, and candidates must qualify each stage to move forward in the recruitment process.
RRB ALP Exam 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Railway RRB ALP Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Exam Date Status | Announced |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Portal | Available on Official Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 12 April 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 19 May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 May 2025 |
| Correction Date | 22–31 May 2025 |
| Exam Date | 16–18 February 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
RRB ALP Selection Process 2026
The recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot will be conducted in the following stages:
- CBT Stage-I
- CBT Stage-II
- Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) (for ALP only)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
RRB ALP Exam Pattern (Brief)
🔹 CBT Stage-I
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 20 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 75 | 75 |
CBT Stage-II
- Part A: Technical + General Subjects
- Part B: Trade-related Questions
⏱ Duration and negative marking as per RRB rules.
Eligibility Criteria (Brief)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | ITI / Diploma / Engineering (Post-wise) |
| Age Limit | As per RRB ALP Notification |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per Railway rules |
| Nationality | Indian |
Admit Card & Exam City Details
- Exam City Intimation Slip will be released before the admit card
- RRB ALP Admit Card 2026 will be issued region-wise
- Admit card will contain exam date, shift, reporting time & center address
Important Instructions for Candidates
✔ Admit card is mandatory to appear in exam
✔ Carry valid photo ID proof
✔ Follow exam day instructions carefully
✔ Reach exam center before reporting time
✔ Do not carry restricted items
Important Links
| Check Exam Date Notice | Hindi | English |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Check Application Status Notice | Hindi | English |
| Edit / Modify Application Link | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | English | Hindi |
| Railway RRB ALP Official Website | Click Here |
Final Words
The Railway RRB ALP Exam Date 2026 announcement is an important update for all aspirants. Candidates should now focus on revision and practice, keep an eye on admit card and exam city updates, and regularly check official notifications.