RRB ALP 2026 notification
Status: CEN 01/2026 (11,127 posts): CBT-1 scheduled for 3-5 Nov 2026. CEN 01/2025 (9,970 posts): CBT-2 held 28 July 2026, CBT-2 result and CBAT awaited.
Vacancies: 11,127 (CEN 01/2026) – UR 4,860, SC 1,746, ST 919, OBC 2,598, EWS 1,004. Previous cycle CEN 01/2025 had 9,970 posts.
Important dates
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Indicative notice and detailed CEN 01/2026 posted on RRB websites | 14 May 2026 | The CEN PDF carries a publication date of 21.03.2026 |
| Online application opens | 15 May 2026 | |
| Last date to apply | 14 Jun 2026 | 23:59 hrs |
| Last date for fee payment | 16 Jun 2026 | |
| Application modification window | 17-26 Jun 2026 | |
| CBT-1 (CEN 01/2026) | 3-5 Nov 2026 | Schedule notice of 21 Sept 2026 |
| CEN 01/2025: CBT-1 | Feb 2026 | Held mainly in mid-Feb 2026, with a rescheduled session later |
| CEN 01/2025: CBT-1 result | 12 Jun 2026 | |
| CEN 01/2025: CBT-2 | 28 Jul 2026 | |
| CEN 01/2025: CBT-2 result and CBAT | Awaited |
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 500 (Rs 400 refunded after appearing in CBT-1) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC | Rs 250 (fully refunded after appearing in CBT-1) |
How to apply
- Open the official website (www.rrbcdg.gov.in/2026-01-alp.php) and register / log in.
- Fill the RRB ALP application form, choose posts and exam centres, upload photo and signature as the notice asks.
- Pay the fee (if applicable) before the last date and save the confirmation page.
- Check the RRB ALP age limit and eligibility before applying.
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Official links
Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.