Official Examination Notice & Schedule
Railway Recruitment Boards have released CBT-1 City Intimation Slip and free railway travel passes for SC/ST candidates. Final e-Call Letters with specific exam center names are available 4 days before individual exam dates. Aadhaar-linked biometric verification will be conducted at exam venues.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Download Admit Card
Follow the official commission portal procedure below to download your electronic admission certificate:
- Visit the centralized RRB portal https://www.rrbapply.gov.in or your regional RRB website.
- Click on CEN 01/2026 (ALP) - City Intimation & E-Call Letter Download.
- Enter your Registration Number and User Password (Date of Birth).
- Download and print the e-Call Letter on A4 paper along with the lower portion counterfoil.
Exam Shift Timings & Strict Gate Closure Protocol
Entry gates are sealed permanently 30 to 45 minutes prior to test commencement. Late entry is strictly prohibited under all circumstances:
| Shift Number | Reporting Window | Gate Closure (Strict) | Test Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 07:45 AM – 08:30 AM | 08:30 AM Sharp | 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM Sharp | 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM / 02:30 PM |
| Shift 3 (Evening) | 02:45 PM – 03:30 PM | 03:30 PM Sharp | 04:00 PM – 05:00 PM / 06:00 PM |
Mandatory Particulars to Verify on the Printed Hall Ticket
Check each of the following fields immediately upon download. Discrepancies must be reported to the commission facilitation counter before test day:
- ✓ Candidate Roll Number, Registration Number, and Test Center Code
- ✓ CBT-1 Shift Number, Reporting Time, Gate Closure Time, and Exam Start Time
- ✓ Exam Center Address with Google Maps landmark details
- ✓ Travel Authority Pass details for SC/ST candidates
Permitted vs. Prohibited Items Inside Testing Venue
- Original printed RRB ALP CBT-1 e-Call Letter
- Original Aadhaar Card (mandatory for biometric authentication at test center)
- One recent color passport photograph (35mm x 45mm) to paste on call letter counterfoil
- Valid photo ID (Voter ID, Driving License, PAN, Passport) as alternative identity proof
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, calculators, earphones
- Metallic jewelry, belts, wallets, bags, electronic pens
Examination Pattern, Sectional Weightage & Negative Marking
Structure of the question paper, mark distribution, and deduction rules governing this test cycle:
| Subject / Test Module | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (Number Systems, Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic) | 20 | 20 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.33 Negative Marks (1/3rd deduction) |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.33 Negative Marks (1/3rd deduction) |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences up to 10th standard) | 20 | 20 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.33 Negative Marks (1/3rd deduction) |
| General Awareness on Current Affairs | 10 | 10 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.33 Negative Marks (1/3rd deduction) |
Previous Cycle Qualifying Cut-Off Benchmarks
Historical normalized qualifying marks across reservation categories to gauge target scores and safe attempt targets:
| Cycle / Exam Stage | General (UR) | OBC-NCL | EWS | SC | ST | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 CBT-1 Normalized Target (Out of 75) | 48.50 | 44.80 | 42.10 | 38.40 | 32.20 | 75 |
| 2018 CBT-1 Qualifying Threshold (Out of 75) | 40.00 | 30.00 | 30.00 | 30.00 | 25.00 | 75 |
Official Examination Syllabus & Section-Wise Topics
Curated subject topics based on official recruitment notifications and past pattern distribution:
- Mathematics (20 Qs): Number system, BODMAS, decimals, fractions, LCM/HCF, ratio, percentages
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Qs): Analogies, alphabetical series, coding-decoding, Venn diagrams
- General Science (20 Qs): Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences of 10th standard CBSE level
- General Awareness on Current Affairs (10 Qs): Science & technology, sports, culture, personalities, economics
Exam-Day Preparation Strategy & Final Revision Drills
Expert guidelines curated by GovIndiaNews editorial board to maximize accuracy and minimize negative marking penalties:
Print at least two clear copies of your e-Admit Card on clean A4 paper well in advance; do not wait until the exam morning.
Locate your exact examination center on Google Maps one day prior to avoid last-minute transit delays or wrong center confusion.
Carry strictly the original valid government photo ID card matching the exact name and DOB on your registration form.
Adhere strictly to the gate closure schedule: entry gates close permanently 30 to 45 minutes prior to test commencement.
Carry two passport photographs matching the application form for emergency verification at the facilitation counter.
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Post-Examination Roadmap & Milestone Timeline
Typical sequence of commission milestones following conclusion of the examination:
What to Do If Download Fails or Particulars Are Incorrect
Call letters are released in batches exactly 4 days before your specific exam date. If you see your city slip but cannot download the call letter, check whether your exam date falls within the active 4-day release window.
For photograph or signature printing discrepancies: Carry 2 original passport photos matching your application along with valid government photo ID to the examination center superintendent prior to the shift reporting time.
Frequently Asked Questions (Ministry of Railways (Railway Recruitment Boards))
Is the CBT-1 score counted towards final merit for Assistant Loco Pilot?
No. CBT-1 is purely a screening test to shortlist candidates for CBT-2 at a 1:15 ratio per vacancy. Final selection is decided based on 70% weightage on CBT-2 Part A and 30% weightage on the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT).
What is the passing rule for CBT-2 Part B (Trade Test)?
Part B is qualifying in nature and requires a minimum pass mark of 35% for all candidates without any category concession. Failing Part B results in disqualification regardless of high marks in Part A.
What medical standard is required for Assistant Loco Pilot?
ALP demands strict A-1 medical fitness: 6/6 distance vision without glasses, near vision Sn. 0.6 without glasses, normal color vision, and passed field of vision / binocular tests. LASIK laser eye surgery is strictly disqualified.
When can candidates download their final printable ALP e-Call Letter?
While the City Intimation Slip is viewable 10 days before the exam, the actual E-Call Letter specifying the venue and room number becomes downloadable exactly 4 days prior to your allocated test date.
Official Links & Primary Sources
Conducting Body: Ministry of Railways (Railway Recruitment Boards)
Verified Portal: https://www.rrbapply.gov.in
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