RRB ALP CBAT Exam City Information 2026 Released: Download Admit Card & Check Zone-Wise CBT 2 Results

RRB ALP CBAT Exam City Information 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) exam city information for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment 2025-26. This is a crucial stage for candidates who have cleared the CBT 1 and CBT 2 exams. The CBAT is the third stage of the selection process and is mandatory for all shortlisted candidates. The exam city details are now available on the official RRB websites, and candidates can check their allotted city and download their admit cards a few days before the exam.

Important Dates

The RRB ALP recruitment process has seen several important dates. The full notification was released on 11 April 2025, and the application window was open from 12 April 2025 to 19 May 2025 (extended). The last date to pay the exam fee was 21 May 2025. The correction window was open from 22 to 31 May 2025. The CBT 1 exam was conducted on 13, 16, 17, and 18 February 2026. The admit card for CBT 1 was available 4 days before the exam. The CBT 1 result was declared on 12 June 2026. The CBT 2 exam took place on 28 July 2026, and its answer key was released on 5 August 2026. The CBAT exam city information is now available from 20 October 2026. Candidates are advised to keep track of these dates to avoid missing any deadlines.

Vacancy Details

The RRB ALP recruitment 2025-26 aims to fill a total of 10,970 posts of Assistant Loco Pilot. The vacancies are distributed across various categories: UR (4416), OBC (2289), EWS (991), SC (1716), and ST (858). The zone-wise vacancy details are also available on the official website. Candidates are encouraged to check the detailed notification for the exact distribution of posts across different RRB zones.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the RRB ALP post, candidates must have completed a Degree or Diploma in Engineering, or Class 10 with an ITI Certificate. The age limit is between 18 and 33 years as on 1 July 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Candidates are advised to read the official notification for detailed eligibility conditions.

Application Fee and Refund Rules

The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is Rs. 500/-, while for SC, ST, and all female candidates, it is Rs. 250/-. The fee can be paid online through debit card, credit card, or net banking. Notably, there is a refund provision: General, OBC, and EWS candidates who appear for the CBT exam will get a refund of Rs. 400/-, and SC, ST, ExM, PwD, and female candidates will get a full refund of Rs. 250/- after appearing for the CBT exam.

Selection Process

The selection process for RRB ALP consists of four stages: Computer Based Test (CBT 1), Computer Based Test (CBT 2), Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), and Document Verification. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next. The CBAT is a qualifying test, and its score is not added to the final merit list. However, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks in CBAT to be considered for document verification.

How to Download RRB ALP CBAT Admit Card

Candidates can download their CBAT admit card by following these steps:

1. Visit the official RRB website for your zone.
2. Click on the link for CBAT Exam City Information or Admit Card.
3. Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
4. Fill in the captcha code (numeric) and click on Login.
5. If you have forgotten your password, use the 'Forgot Password' option to reset it.
6. Download and print your admit card. Read all instructions carefully.

Zone-Wise CBT 2 Result and Cutoff

The RRB has released the CBT 2 results and cutoffs for various zones. Candidates can check their results and cutoffs by visiting the respective RRB zone websites. The zones include Mumbai, Ranchi, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Gorakhpur, Bhopal, Ajmer, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Bilaspur, Jammu-Srinagar, Kolkata, Siliguri, Malda, Bhubaneswar, Thiruvananthapuram, Secunderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai. Candidates are advised to keep refreshing the official pages for the latest updates.

Answer Key and Objection Process

The CBT 2 answer key has been released, and candidates can raise objections if they find any discrepancies. The fee for raising an objection is Rs. 50/- plus applicable bank service charges per question. If the objection is found to be correct, the fee will be refunded after deducting bank charges. The objection window is open until 26 March 2026 at 17:00 hrs. The decision of the RRBs on objections will be final and binding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the CBAT exam city information?
A: It is the details of the city where the CBAT exam will be conducted for each candidate. Candidates can check their allotted city on the official RRB website.

Q: How can I download my CBAT admit card?
A: You can download it by logging in with your registration number and date of birth on the official RRB website.

Q: What is the last date to raise objections against the CBT 2 answer key?
A: The last date is 26 March 2026, 17:00 hrs.

Q: Is there any negative marking in CBAT?
A: No, CBAT is a qualifying test and there is no negative marking.

Q: What is the refund policy for the application fee?
A: General/OBC/EWS candidates get Rs. 400 refund after appearing in CBT, while SC/ST/Female candidates get Rs. 250 refund.

For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official RRB website and read the full notification.