RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026, Admit Card Release Date, Exam Schedule, Exam Pattern and Selection Process

RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026 Latest Update

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026 for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) under CEN 01/2025. The Railway RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026 is scheduled for 28th July 2026. Candidates who have qualified in the first stage CBT can now check the RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date Notice 2026 on the official websites of their respective RRBs.

RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026 Overview

The RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026 has been announced by the Railway Recruitment Board. The Assistant Loco Pilot CBT-II Exam will be conducted on 28th July 2026. Candidates can check the RRB ALP Exam Date Notice 2026 on the official RRB websites. The RRB ALP CBT-II Exam City Intimation link will be made live 10 days before the exam date. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official websites for updates regarding the RRB ALP CBT-II Admit Card 2026.

RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

Here are the important dates for the RRB ALP Recruitment 2025. Candidates must remember these key dates.

RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Schedule 2026

The RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Schedule 2026 is as follows:

RRB ALP CBT-II Admit Card 2026 Release Date

The RRB ALP CBT-II Admit Card 2026 will be released approximately 4 days before the exam date. The RRB ALP CBT-II Hall Ticket will be available for download on the official RRB websites. Candidates must carry the RRB ALP CBT-II Admit Card along with a valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

How to Check RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date Notice 2026?

Candidates can check the RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date Notice 2026 by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of your respective Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).

Step 2: Look for the "Latest Notifications" or "CEN Notifications" section.

Step 3: Click on the link for "RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date 2026" or "CEN 01/2025".

Step 4: The RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Date PDF will open on the screen.

Step 5: Check the exam date, schedule, and important instructions carefully.

Step 6: Download the PDF for future reference.

RRB ALP Selection Process 2026

The RRB ALP Selection Process 2026 consists of multiple stages:

1. CBT-I (Computer Based Test 1) - Screening test

2. CBT-II (Computer Based Test 2) - Main examination

3. CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) - For qualifying candidates

4. Document Verification

5. Medical Examination

RRB ALP Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria

The RRB ALP Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 10,970 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade OR Diploma/Degree in Engineering.

• Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years (as on 01 July 2025). Age relaxation as per government rules.

RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Pattern 2026

The RRB ALP CBT-II Exam Pattern 2026 is divided into two parts. The first part is merit-based, and the second part is qualifying in nature. Candidates must qualify in both stages to be considered for the final selection. The total duration of the exam is 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes).

Qualifying Marks

• Part A: General (40%), OBC (30%), SC (30%), ST (25%)

• Part B: Minimum 35% marks for all categories

Negative Marking

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for every wrong answer in both parts.

Final Merit Calculation

The final merit list is prepared based on the following:

• 50% Weightage: CBT-2 Part A Score

• 50% Weightage: Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) Score

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