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- RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card 2026: release and exam dates
- When was the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card 2026 released?
- How to download the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card
- How to get ready for the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card download
- RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026: what it tells you
- Exam-day rules and helpdesk in the 23 October notice
- RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 revised application status
- RRB ALP 2026 recruitment highlights
- RRB ALP vacancy increased to 14,627 posts
- Eligibility, age limit and salary
- Selection process and exam information
- Application dates, fee and current status
- What candidates should do now
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Final takeaway
- Official quick links
The RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit card, officially called the e-call letter, was posted on RRB websites on 30 October 2026 for CEN 01/2026. CBT-1 is scheduled tentatively for 3, 4 and 5 November 2026. Candidates should sign in through the RRB where they applied, download and print the e-call letter, and check the personal exam date and centre details shown on it.
The Exam City and Date intimation is a separate link and is not a substitute for the e-call letter. Candidates should also prepare for Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication at the exam centre. This guide explains the release update, download process, city-intimation link, exam-day instructions and recruitment information stated in the notices. Where the available notices do not provide a detail—such as the full exam pattern or qualification table—this guide makes that limitation clear rather than assuming an answer.
RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card 2026: release and exam dates
The e-call letter for Assistant Loco Pilot recruitment under CEN 01/2026 was posted on RRB websites on 30 October 2026. The CBT-1 window is 3 to 5 November 2026, but RRB described the schedule as tentative. The date assigned to an individual candidate should therefore be checked in their own city-and-date intimation and e-call letter. Do not assume that every candidate will sit the exam on the same day.
| Event | Update |
|---|---|
| CBT-1 exam window | 3 to 5 November 2026; the schedule is tentative |
| Exam City and Date link | Available on the official RRB website. The notice says the city is viewable 10 days before the exam date, tentatively. |
| E-call letter | Posted on RRB websites on 30 October 2026. An earlier notice had indicated a tentative release around four days before the date shown in the city intimation. |
| SC/ST Travel Authority | Available through the Exam City and Date link for eligible SC/ST candidates, as stated in the notice. |
The notice dated 23 October 2026 described the city-viewing and e-call-letter timing as tentative. The later posting date for the e-call letter is 30 October. For practical arrangements, use the date and centre details assigned to you, not only the overall examination window or an earlier estimate of when a link might appear.
When was the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card 2026 released?
RRB websites posted the e-call letter on 30 October 2026. The earlier notice had given an approximate, tentative release lead time based on the date in the city intimation. Since that earlier timing was not a guaranteed release date, candidates should rely on the official RRB website and the document available for their application rather than unofficial predictions.
There is no single universal e-call-letter URL listed in the notices covered here. The appropriate starting point is the official RRB website relevant to the application. Candidates who reach a page for a different RRB should return to the RRB they selected when applying and locate the CEN 01/2026 e-call-letter notice there.
How to download the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card
- Open the official website of the RRB through which you applied, or begin at the official RRB website and select the relevant regional board.
- Look for the CEN 01/2026 Assistant Loco Pilot e-call-letter or admit-card link. Check the recruitment number before proceeding.
- Open the sign-in page and enter the application credentials requested by the portal. These may include your registration number and date of birth or password; follow the fields shown on the official page.
- After signing in, open the e-call letter and review the information displayed. Check your name, allotted exam date, reporting details and centre information against your application records.
- Download the document and print a copy to take to the exam centre. Keep the file accessible as well, so you can refer to it when checking details or planning travel.
- If a detail appears incorrect or the document is unavailable, use the official RRB portal or the helpdesk information printed in the notice to seek guidance.
Portal layouts can differ between RRB websites, so use the labels and prompts displayed on the relevant official page. If the link is not visible, confirm that you are on the correct RRB website and have selected CEN 01/2026. Do not share your registration or login details with anyone who offers to retrieve the letter for a fee. The official notices point candidates to RRB channels for recruitment information.
How to get ready for the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card download
Before opening the download link, make sure you can access the application credentials requested by the portal. The precise fields can vary, so use the sign-in instructions shown on the official page rather than relying on a third-party guide that may describe a different portal. If you have more than one RRB website open, confirm the board and recruitment number before entering your details.
After downloading, review the document carefully rather than treating the download itself as the last step. Note the personal exam date and centre information, and compare the exam date with your city-and-date intimation. If anything is unclear, consult the official notice or RRB website. The available notices do not provide a separate universal login link or a complete set of portal troubleshooting steps, so candidates should use the support channels identified by their RRB.
Print the e-call letter in advance and keep it with the Aadhaar document specified by RRB. The notices covered here do not list additional identity documents or other materials, so check the instructions printed on your own e-call letter and any later official notice rather than assuming that an unlisted item is mandatory. Also check Aadhaar status before travelling: the notice calls for Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication at the centre and says Aadhaar should be unlocked in the UIDAI system.
RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026: what it tells you
The Exam City and Date intimation provides a candidate’s allotted exam city and date. It helps candidates know where and when they are scheduled, but it is not the e-call letter used for the exam. The notice said the city could be viewed 10 days before the exam date, tentatively. Eligible SC/ST candidates can also access the Travel Authority through the city-and-date link, as stated in the notice.
| Document or link | What it tells you | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Exam City and Date intimation | Your allotted exam city and date; it is not the admit card. | Check it on the official RRB website and note your personal exam date. Eligible SC/ST candidates can also check the Travel Authority link. |
| E-call letter | Your exam entry document with your specific exam details. | Download and print it. Follow the instructions printed on it for the centre. |
Use the city intimation to identify the city and date shown for you, then refer to the e-call letter for your exam details and centre instructions. Do not confuse a city link being available with the release of the e-call letter. The 23 October notice announced the city-intimation facility and helpdesk information; the e-call letter was posted on 30 October.
Exam-day rules and helpdesk in the 23 October notice
RRB says Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will take place at the exam centre before entry to the exam hall. Candidates should prepare for that verification before leaving for the centre. The notice instructs candidates to carry either their original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar. It also says to keep Aadhaar unlocked in the UIDAI system before reaching the centre, including for candidates who authenticated during the application process.
- Carry the original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar, as stated in the notice.
- Keep Aadhaar unlocked in the UIDAI system before travelling to the centre.
- Check that Aadhaar information is correct, including your name, date of birth as per your Class 10 certificate, latest photograph, address and father’s name.
- The notice refers to updating biometrics if they were not updated after turning 15.
- If you have not completed Aadhaar authentication, sign in to the RRB application portal and follow the instructions available there.
- Read the instructions printed on your e-call letter and follow them at the centre.
These checks are relevant even if Aadhaar was used during the application process: the notice specifically reminds candidates to keep it unlocked before reaching the centre. Reviewing the listed details in advance can help identify an issue before exam day. The source information covered here does not set out a procedure for correcting every possible Aadhaar discrepancy, so use the official portal or notice for guidance if you find one.
For queries, the RRB notice lists a helpdesk operating Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The phone number is printed in the notice. Check the official notice or RRB website for the number rather than relying on an unverified contact copied elsewhere. The notices do not provide a separate number in the information summarised here.
RRB ALP CEN 01/2026 revised application status
A revised application-status notice dated 14 October 2026 updated the result of scrutiny after a second review. Candidates can sign in at the RRB application portal to see whether their application is marked provisionally accepted, conditionally accepted or rejected. Reasons are shown where applicable. SMS and email updates were to be sent to the contact details registered in the application.
Acceptance is provisional. RRB may cancel a candidature if it later identifies an inconsistency, deficiency, false record or malpractice. Candidates should read the status shown in their own account instead of assuming that a status update applies in the same way to every applicant. The revised-status notice did not reopen applications and did not announce a change to the exam schedule.
If you need to check your status, use the application portal linked below and sign in with the credentials requested there. Keep your registered contact information in mind when checking for SMS or email updates. The status check and the e-call-letter download serve different purposes: one communicates the scrutiny result, while the other provides the candidate’s exam details.
RRB ALP 2026 recruitment highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), CEN 01/2026 |
| Pay level | Level 2 under the 7th CPC |
| Vacancies after enhancement | 14,627, calculated as 11,127 in the indicative notice plus 3,500 additional posts |
| Current exam stage | Computer Based Test (CBT-1) |
| Tentative CBT-1 dates | 3 to 5 November 2026 |
| Initial pay stated in the indicative notice | ₹19,900 |
| Job location | Across participating RRBs in India |
The recruitment is for Assistant Loco Pilot posts under CEN 01/2026. The figure of 14,627 is the total after an increase of 3,500 over the earlier 11,127 posts. The current examination stage identified in the notices is CBT-1. Candidates should consult the detailed CEN for binding recruitment terms that are not set out in the updates summarised here.
RRB ALP vacancy increased to 14,627 posts
The Railway Board’s letter dated 29 September 2026 approved an increase of 3,500 ALP posts over the earlier 11,127. Adding the additional indents to that earlier figure gives a revised total of 14,627. The figures below are zonal railway indents for the additional posts; they are not a revised RRB-wise or category-wise vacancy list.
| Zonal railway | Additional indents |
|---|---|
| ECoR (East Coast Railway) | 450 |
| ECR (East Central Railway) | 500 |
| SCR (South Central Railway) | 700 |
| SECR (South East Central Railway) | 200 |
| SER (South Eastern Railway) | 790 |
| Metro (indent placed by SER) | 360 |
| WR (Western Railway) | 500 |
| Combined total | 3,500 |
The revised RRB-wise and category-wise distribution was not included in the information covered here. Candidates should not treat the additional zonal figures as a replacement for a detailed board- or category-level vacancy table. Check official RRB updates for any later distribution information.
Eligibility, age limit and salary
| Criteria | What the available notice states |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 30 years |
| Age reckoning date | 1 July 2026 |
| Educational qualification | The indicative notice refers candidates to the detailed CEN; it does not specify the qualification in the information covered here. |
| Age relaxation | Use the rules in detailed CEN 01/2026. The notices covered here do not provide a relaxation table. |
| Initial pay | ₹19,900 at Pay Level 2 under the 7th CPC |
Educational qualification
The indicative notice refers candidates to the detailed CEN for the educational qualification. The information summarised here does not specify the required qualification, so it would be unsafe to infer an eligibility route from the indicative notice alone. Applicants should refer to detailed CEN 01/2026 for the binding qualification criteria and any related conditions.
Age limit
The available notice gives a minimum age of 18 years and a maximum age of 30 years, with age reckoned as of 1 July 2026. It does not provide a complete age-relaxation table. Candidates who need to establish whether a relaxation applies should check the detailed CEN rather than relying on a general summary.
Salary
The initial pay stated in the indicative notice is ₹19,900 at Pay Level 2 under the 7th CPC. This is the stated initial pay, not a confirmed take-home salary. The information covered here does not specify allowances or deductions, so it cannot be used to calculate a net monthly amount.
Selection process and exam information
CBT-1 is the stage currently scheduled. RRB states that selection is through Computer Based Tests and that recruitment is based on merit. The notices summarised here do not set out the full exam pattern, number of questions, duration, marking scheme or detailed stages after CBT-1. Candidates should consult detailed CEN 01/2026 for those rules and any official updates that apply to the recruitment.
For now, the practical information confirmed by the notices is the tentative CBT-1 window, the candidate-specific details in the city intimation and e-call letter, and the Aadhaar-linked authentication instructions. Avoid treating unofficial summaries of an exam pattern or later-stage process as authoritative when those details are not provided in the notices discussed here.
Application dates, fee and current status
| Event | Date or status |
|---|---|
| Indicative notice | 21 March 2026 |
| Online application opened | 15 May 2026 |
| Application deadline | 14 June 2026 at 23:59 hrs |
| Initial application-status notice | 25 August 2026 |
| Tentative CBT-1 schedule notice | 21 September 2026 |
| Railway Board vacancy enhancement letter | 29 September 2026 |
| Revised application status | 14 October 2026; updated status available from 23:59 hrs |
| City intimation and helpdesk notice | 23 October 2026 |
| E-call letter posted | 30 October 2026 |
| CBT-1 | 3 to 5 November 2026, tentative |
The application window closed on 14 June 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The notices covered here do not announce a new application window. They also do not state the application fee or refund rules. Candidates who need the original fee terms should consult detailed CEN 01/2026. No fee payment is pending for a new application under the closed window.
What candidates should do now
- Visit the RRB website through which you applied and locate the CEN 01/2026 e-call-letter link.
- Sign in using the credentials requested by the official portal and download the document.
- Check your own exam date and centre details in the city intimation and e-call letter. Keep in mind that the overall CBT-1 schedule is tentative.
- Print the e-call letter and prepare the original Aadhaar card or printout of e-verified Aadhaar specified by RRB.
- Unlock Aadhaar in the UIDAI system before travelling and check the Aadhaar details listed in the notice.
- Eligible SC/ST candidates who need the Travel Authority should access it through the city-and-date link and follow the official instructions.
- For an application-status, login or exam query, use the official RRB portal or helpdesk details printed in the notice.
This checklist separates tasks that can be completed online from checks to make before travelling. Downloading and printing the e-call letter early gives you an opportunity to read its instructions and notice any discrepancy. Aadhaar preparation is a separate requirement mentioned in the notice; having an e-call letter does not replace the stated biometric verification process.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Confusing the city slip with the e-call letter: the city-and-date intimation tells you the city and date; it is not the separate e-call letter.
- Using the wrong RRB page: start with the RRB where you submitted your application and check that the link refers to CEN 01/2026.
- Relying only on an earlier release estimate: the notice described link timing as tentative. The e-call letter was posted on 30 October 2026, and your personal date and centre should be checked in your documents.
- Leaving Aadhaar preparation until the last moment: the notice asks candidates to keep Aadhaar unlocked and carry an accepted Aadhaar document for biometric authentication.
- Assuming application acceptance is final: the revised status is provisional, and RRB may cancel candidature if it later finds an inconsistency, deficiency, false record or malpractice.
- Trusting paid selection promises: RRB warns candidates to rely on official channels; selection is based on CBT and merit, not payments to intermediaries.
- Assuming missing details: the notices covered here do not provide a full exam pattern, educational-qualification table, relaxation table or fee rules. Consult detailed CEN 01/2026 for those terms.
Final takeaway
The RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit e-call letter for CEN 01/2026 was posted on 30 October 2026, and CBT-1 is tentatively scheduled for 3–5 November. Download the letter from the correct RRB website, check your own exam details, print it and prepare for Aadhaar-linked verification as directed. The city-and-date intimation is a separate facility, and eligible SC/ST candidates can access the Travel Authority through that link. For changes or clarification, rely on official RRB channels and the instructions in your own documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit card been released?
Yes. The e-call letter was posted on RRB websites on 30 October 2026. Use the official RRB website relevant to your application to access it.
What are the RRB ALP CBT-1 exam dates?
The CBT-1 window is 3, 4 and 5 November 2026. RRB described the schedule as tentative, so check the date shown in your own city intimation and e-call letter.
Is the city intimation slip the same as the e-call letter?
No. The Exam City and Date intimation provides your city and date; the e-call letter is the separate document to download and print. Follow the instructions on the e-call letter for your centre.
Which details do I need to download the e-call letter?
The portal will ask you to sign in with the application credentials shown on its page. These may include your registration number and date of birth or password. Follow the prompts on the official RRB portal.
What Aadhaar document should I take to the exam centre?
RRB instructs candidates to carry an original Aadhaar card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar. Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication takes place before entry to the exam hall.
Do I need to unlock Aadhaar if I verified it while applying?
Yes. The notice says to keep Aadhaar unlocked in the UIDAI system before reaching the centre, including for candidates who authenticated during the application process.
How many ALP vacancies are there after the increase?
The total is 14,627: 11,127 in the indicative notice plus 3,500 additional indents approved by the Railway Board. The updated RRB-wise and category-wise distribution was not provided in the information covered here.
Can I still apply for RRB ALP CEN 01/2026?
No. The application window closed on 14 June 2026 at 23:59 hrs, and the notices covered here do not announce a new window.
Where can I find the RRB helpdesk number?
The 23 October notice gives helpdesk hours as Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and prints the number in the notice. Check the official RRB website or notice for the number.
Official quick links
Use the following official pages to reach CEN information, application services or available regional e-call-letter pages. If a particular link does not display the expected information, start from the official RRB website and select the RRB through which you applied.
| Resource | Official link |
|---|---|
| RRB central website and CEN information | Open RRB CEN page |
| RRB general website | Visit RRB official website |
| RRB application portal: status and Aadhaar-related access | Open RRB Apply |
| RRB Kolkata CEN 01/2026 e-call letters | Open Kolkata e-call-letter page |
| RRB Mumbai CEN 01/2026 e-call letters | Open Mumbai e-call-letter page |
| RRB Chandigarh website | Visit RRB Chandigarh |
| RRB Chandigarh CEN 01/2026 e-call letters | Open Chandigarh e-call-letter page |
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