RRB ALP Answer Key 2026 Notice: Check Date, Download Process and Exam Details

The Railway Recruitment Board has released the official notice for the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Answer Key 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can soon access their answer keys through the official portal.

The answer key is expected to be available on March 20, 2026, allowing candidates to evaluate their performance and estimate their scores.

RRB ALP Exam Dates and Overview

The RRB ALP examination was conducted on multiple dates:

• February 13, 16, 17, and 18, 2026

The recruitment process is being conducted under CEN 01/2025 for a total of 9,970 posts, making it one of the major railway recruitment drives.

Candidates had submitted their applications between April 12 and May 19, 2025, with corrections allowed till May 31, 2025.

Important Dates for RRB ALP 2026

• Notification Release: April 12, 2025

• Application Last Date: May 19, 2025

• Exam Dates: February 13, 16, 17, 18, 2026

• Re-exam Date: March 11, 2026

• Answer Key Release: March 20, 2026 (Expected)

• Result: To be announced

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.

Eligibility and Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)

• Total Vacancies: 9,970

Eligibility Criteria:

• 10th pass with ITI in relevant trade OR

• Diploma/Degree in Engineering

Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025):

• Minimum: 18 years

  

• Maximum: 30 years
  (Age relaxation applicable as per rules)

Application Fee Details

• General / OBC: ₹500

• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250

Payment was accepted through online modes including debit card, credit card, net banking, and wallets.

How to Check RRB ALP Answer Key 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to download the answer key:

1. Visit the official RRB website

2. Go to the Answer Key or CEN 01/2025 section

3. Click on “RRB ALP Answer Key 2026”

4. Enter Registration Number and Date of Birth

5. Fill captcha and login

6. View and download the answer key

Candidates should keep their login credentials ready to avoid delays.

Selection Process for RRB ALP Recruitment

The selection process includes multiple stages:

• CBT 1 (Computer-Based Test)

• CBT 2 (Computer-Based Test)

• CBAT (Aptitude Test)

• Document Verification

• Medical Examination

Only candidates who clear each stage will move forward in the recruitment process.

What Candidates Should Do Next

After downloading the answer key, candidates should carefully match their responses and calculate expected scores. If objections are allowed, they should be submitted within the given timeframe.

The answer key plays a crucial role in understanding performance before the final result is declared.