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RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 Out – CEN 01/2026 CBT 1 Exam City, Admit Card & Download Link
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Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Released On
23 Oct 2026
DOWNLOAD PDF : City intimation ENG 01 2026.pdf (PDF)
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India, have released the notification regarding the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) City Intimation Slip 2026 under Centralised Employment Notice CEN No. 01/2026.
According to the official notice dated 23 October 2026, the link for viewing examination city and date details for the First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 1) has been activated on the official RRB websites.
The RRB ALP CBT 1 Examination 2026 is scheduled for 3, 4 and 5 November 2026.
Candidates can view their allotted exam city approximately ten days before their respective examination date.
The E-Call Letter or Admit Card will become available approximately four days before the candidate's scheduled examination.
The Railway Recruitment Boards have also provided a facility for eligible SC/ST candidates to download their Travel Authority.
Candidates should check their examination city, arrange travel and download their E-Call Letters before appearing for CBT 1.
Important: The City Intimation Slip is not the Admit Card. Candidates must download the official E-Call Letter separately.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN 01/2026 |
| Reported Vacancies | 11,127 |
| Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT 1) |
| City Slip Notice Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Exam City Link Status | Activated |
| CBT 1 Exam Dates | 3, 4 & 5 November 2026 |
| City Slip Availability | Around 10 Days Before Exam |
| E-Call Letter | Around 4 Days Before Exam |
| SC/ST Travel Authority | Available for Eligible Candidates |
| Aadhaar Biometric Verification | Required |
| Helpdesk | 7996342666 |
| Official Candidate Portal | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Notice | 23 October 2026 |
| City Slip Availability | Date-wise, approximately 10 days before exam |
| CBT 1 Examination Day 1 | 3 November 2026 |
| CBT 1 Examination Day 2 | 4 November 2026 |
| CBT 1 Examination Day 3 | 5 November 2026 |
| E-Call Letter Download | Approximately 4 days before allotted exam date |
| CBT 1 Result | To Be Announced |
| CBT 2 Examination | To Be Announced |
Candidates must check the exact date assigned to them through the official Exam City and Date Intimation link.
The RRB ALP City Intimation Slip provides advance information about the examination city and examination date allotted to a candidate.
It allows applicants to plan their travel and accommodation before their examination.
The slip may contain:
Candidate's Examination City
Examination State
CBT 1 Examination Date
Examination Shift Information
Other Candidate-Specific Instructions
The exact details depend on the official intimation displayed for each candidate.
The City Intimation Slip does not serve as permission to enter the examination hall.
Candidates must obtain their official E-Call Letters for examination entry.
Candidates can follow these steps to check their allotted examination city.
Step 1: Visit the official regional Railway Recruitment Board website.
Step 2: Open the recruitment notices section for CEN 01/2026 – Assistant Loco Pilot.
Step 3: Click on the link for CBT 1 Exam City and Date Intimation.
Step 4: Enter the registration number and other login details requested by the portal.
Step 5: Complete the necessary verification.
Step 6: View the examination city, date and available details.
Step 7: Download or save the displayed City Intimation Slip.
Step 8: Check for the separate E-Call Letter download facility approximately four days before the examination.
Candidates should use only official RRB websites for recruitment-related login links.
According to the official notice, downloading of E-Call Letters will begin approximately four days before the respective examination date.
| CBT 1 Exam Date | Tentative Admit Card Availability |
|---|---|
| 3 November 2026 | Around 30 October 2026 |
| 4 November 2026 | Around 31 October 2026 |
| 5 November 2026 | Around 1 November 2026 |
These are calculated tentative dates, not separately confirmed release dates.
Candidates must check the exact availability through their respective RRB websites.
Visit the official regional RRB website.
Open the CEN 01/2026 ALP E-Call Letter download link.
Log in with the requested credentials.
Verify the examination date, centre and reporting instructions.
Download the E-Call Letter.
Take a clear printout for examination day.
The Railway Recruitment Boards have activated the Travel Authority download facility for eligible SC/ST candidates.
Candidates who qualify for the facility can access it through the official Exam City and Date Intimation link.
Visit the official RRB website.
Open the City Intimation and Travel Authority facility.
Log in using the required details.
Check eligibility and availability.
Download the Travel Authority if issued.
Follow the conditions mentioned in the official travel document.
The facility is subject to the applicable recruitment rules and eligibility conditions.
RRB has announced important Aadhaar-related instructions for CBT 1.
According to the official notice, candidates will undergo Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication at the examination centre before entering the examination hall.
Candidates must carry either:
Original Aadhaar Card
Printout of e-verified Aadhaar
Candidates who have not completed Aadhaar verification are advised to log in to https://www.rrbapply.gov.in and complete the identification verification process.
All candidates, including those who completed Aadhaar verification during application submission, should ensure that their Aadhaar remains unlocked in the UIDAI system before arriving at the examination centre.
This requirement helps prevent inconvenience and delays during biometric authentication.
Candidates should ensure that Aadhaar records contain:
Correct Name
Date of Birth matching the Class 10 Certificate
Latest Photograph
Updated Biometrics
Correct Address
Father's Name
Candidates whose biometrics have not been updated after reaching 15 years of age should follow the relevant Aadhaar update instructions.
| City Intimation Slip | Admit Card / E-Call Letter |
|---|---|
| Provides advance exam city information | Provides official examination entry details |
| Helps candidates plan travel | Required for appearing in the examination |
| Available around 10 days before exam | Available around 4 days before exam |
| May show city, date and shift | Contains examination centre and instructions |
| Not an entry document | Official E-Call Letter |
Candidates must not confuse the City Intimation Slip with the Admit Card.
Candidates should follow these instructions:
Check the examination city and date through the official RRB website.
Download the E-Call Letter when available.
Carry original Aadhaar or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar.
Complete Aadhaar authentication through the official portal if pending.
Ensure Aadhaar remains unlocked before examination day.
Verify that Aadhaar details are correct and updated.
Check the examination centre address and reporting time on the E-Call Letter.
Follow all instructions printed on the Admit Card.
Avoid unauthorized websites and misleading recruitment messages.
Do not trust anyone promising Railway recruitment selection in exchange for money.
RRB has emphasized that recruitment is computerized and candidates are selected on merit.
Candidates facing difficulties or requiring clarification may contact the official recruitment helpdesk.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Helpdesk Number | 7996342666 |
| Working Days | Monday to Saturday |
| Helpdesk Timing | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Recruitment | CEN 01/2026 – ALP |
Candidates should keep their registration details ready when contacting the helpdesk.
The broader RRB ALP recruitment process generally includes the following stages:
First Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
Second Stage Computer Based Test (CBT 2)
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), as applicable
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Candidates should refer to the detailed CEN 01/2026 recruitment advertisement for the official stage-wise selection conditions.
The City Intimation Notice itself concerns CBT 1 examination city information, E-Call Letters, Travel Authority and Aadhaar verification.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Official Central Portal | https://rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| RRB Candidate Application Portal | https://www.rrbapply.gov.in |
| RRB Chandigarh ALP Recruitment Page | https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in/2026-01-alp.php |
| City Intimation Slip | Check respective regional RRB website |
| E-Call Letter | Available through regional RRB website |
| SC/ST Travel Authority | Check official City Intimation link |
| Official Notice | CEN 01/2026, dated 23 October 2026 |
Yes. RRB issued the City Intimation Slip notice on 23 October 2026 and activated the examination city and date viewing facility.
The advertisement number is CEN 01/2026.
The examination is scheduled for 3, 4 and 5 November 2026.
Candidates can access the City Intimation link through their respective regional RRB websites.
The official notice states that candidates can view examination city information approximately ten days before their respective examination dates.
No. The City Intimation Slip provides advance examination city details. Candidates must download the E-Call Letter separately.
The E-Call Letter is expected approximately four days before the candidate's allotted examination date.
CBT 1 will be conducted on 3, 4 and 5 November 2026.
Yes. The official notice confirms the Travel Authority download facility for eligible SC/ST candidates.
Yes. Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication will be conducted at the examination centre before entry into the examination hall.
Candidates must carry their original Aadhaar Card or a printout of e-verified Aadhaar.
Yes. RRB advises candidates to ensure Aadhaar is unlocked in the UIDAI system before reaching the examination centre.
Candidates can complete pending Aadhaar verification at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in.
The helpdesk number is 7996342666.
The helpdesk operates from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.
Recruitment coverage reports 11,127 Assistant Loco Pilot vacancies under CEN 01/2026. Candidates should verify the final vacancy details in the original recruitment advertisement.
The City Intimation Slip provides examination city information. The exact examination centre and entry instructions should be checked on the E-Call Letter.
Candidates should check whether their examination date's intimation has been activated, verify login details and contact the official helpdesk if required.
The City Intimation Notice does not announce any CBT 1 result.
The notice dated 23 October 2026 does not specify CBT 2 examination dates.
The notice provides an online viewing facility through official RRB websites. Candidates should use the official portal.
Candidates should verify their examination date, E-Call Letter, Aadhaar details, Aadhaar unlock status, examination centre and reporting time.
Yes. CBT 1 is a Computer Based Test.
The notice provides for date-wise availability approximately ten days before each examination date.
Candidates can visit their respective regional RRB website, accessible through the official Indian Railways RRB portal.
The RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026 has been announced for Assistant Loco Pilot CBT 1 under CEN 01/2026.
According to the official RRB notice dated 23 October 2026, the examination is scheduled for 3, 4 and 5 November 2026.
Candidates can check their allotted examination city approximately ten days before their scheduled examination date.
E-Call Letters will be available approximately four days before the examination, and eligible SC/ST candidates can download the Travel Authority through the official facility.
RRB has also issued important Aadhaar verification and biometric authentication instructions.
Candidates must download the official E-Call Letter separately because the City Intimation Slip does not replace the Admit Card.
For further information, candidates should regularly check official Railway Recruitment Board websites.
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