RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponed 2026:- The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the postponement of the RRB ALP CBT 1 Examination 2026 for candidates scheduled to appear at selected examination centres in Ongole and Nellore. According to the official notice dated 02 November 2026, some examinations scheduled for 03 November and 04 November 2026 have been rescheduled to 05 November 2026 due to exigency situations.
The affected candidates at Ongole will also be shifted to a new examination centre in Tirupati, while candidates at Nellore will appear at their previously allotted centre. However, there is no change in the examination scheduled for 04 November 2026 at Nellore and 05 November 2026 at Ongole.
Candidates appearing for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment examination under CEN No. 01/2026 should carefully check the revised examination details before travelling to their examination centres.
RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponement 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Advertisement Number | CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Examination | CBT 1 |
| Notice Date | 02 November 2026 |
| Notice Regarding | CBT 1 Exam Postponement |
| Revised Exam Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Affected Centres | Ongole and Nellore |
| New Centre for Ongole Candidates | Tirupati |
| Examination Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Official notice | Click here |
| All updates | Notifyhere |
RRB ALP CBT 1 Revised Exam Date 2026
As per the latest RRB notification, the CBT 1 examination has been rescheduled for candidates appearing at two examination centres. The revised arrangements are given below.
| Examination Centre | Original Exam Date | Revised Exam Date | Centre Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ongole (TC Code: 33430) | 03 November 2026 | 05 November 2026 | Shifted to Tirupati |
| Ongole (TC Code: 33430) | 04 November 2026 | No Change | Same Centre |
| Ongole (TC Code: 33430) | 05 November 2026 | No Change | Same Centre |
| Nellore (TC Code: 35626) | 03 November 2026 | 05 November 2026 | Same Centre |
| Nellore (TC Code: 35626) | 04 November 2026 | No Change | Same Centre |
Candidates should note that the postponement applies only to the specified examination schedules. CBT 1 examinations at all other centres will be conducted according to the previously announced schedule.
Ongole Examination Centre Shifted to Tirupati
According to the official notice, candidates whose RRB ALP CBT 1 examination was scheduled for 03 November or 04 November 2026 at the National Council for the Church Social Action India examination centre in Ongole (TC Code: 33430) will have their examination rescheduled to 05 November 2026.
These candidates will also be shifted to a new examination centre:
- New Examination Centre: iON Digital Zone iDZ Zoo Park
- Location: Tirupati
- New Test Centre Code: 9105
- Revised Examination Date: 05 November 2026
Candidates must check their revised examination centre details before travelling.
Nellore Examination Centre: Revised Schedule
The Railway Recruitment Boards have also revised the examination schedule for candidates allotted the iON Digital Zone iDZ Pottepalem Village examination centre in Nellore (TC Code: 35626).
Candidates scheduled to appear on 03 November 2026 will now take the examination on 05 November 2026 at the same examination centre.
However, candidates scheduled for 04 November 2026 at this Nellore centre will appear as originally scheduled. Their examination date and centre remain unchanged.
Will RRB ALP CBT 1 Admit Card Be Changed?
Candidates affected by the postponement should check their registered mobile numbers and email IDs for official communication from the Railway Recruitment Boards.
The revised examination date and centre details should be verified through the official RRB communication and candidate login. Candidates shifted from Ongole to Tirupati should not travel to their previous examination centre without checking the updated details.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Check whether your examination centre is included in the postponement notice.
- Verify your revised examination date and reporting details.
- Ongole candidates affected by the notice must report to the new Tirupati centre.
- Nellore candidates rescheduled to 05 November must report to the same centre.
- Candidates whose examination dates are unchanged should follow their original schedule.
- Carry a valid photo identity proof and the required examination documents.
How to Check RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Updates 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to check the latest examination information:
- Visit the official RRB website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Open the CEN No. 01/2026 ALP recruitment section.
- Find the notice regarding the postponement of CBT 1 examination.
- Open the official PDF notification.
- Check your examination centre code and original examination date.
- Verify the revised examination date and centre details.
- Follow the instructions issued by the concerned RRB.
RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponed 2026: FAQs
1. Has the RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam 2026 been postponed?
Yes, the CBT 1 examination has been postponed for selected candidates at Ongole and Nellore examination centres.
2. What is the new RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Date 2026?
The revised examination date for affected candidates is 05 November 2026.
3. Why has the RRB ALP examination been postponed?
The examination has been postponed due to exigency situations, as mentioned in the official notice.
4. Which Ongole candidates are affected?
Candidates scheduled on 03 November and 04 November 2026 at TC Code 33430 are affected.
5. Where will Ongole candidates take the revised examination?
They will appear at iON Digital Zone iDZ Zoo Park, Tirupati (TC Code: 9105).
6. Has the Nellore examination centre been changed?
No. Candidates rescheduled from 03 November to 05 November will appear at the same Nellore centre.
7. Is the 04 November 2026 Nellore examination postponed?
No. The examination scheduled for 04 November 2026 at Nellore will be conducted as originally planned.
8. Is the 05 November 2026 Ongole examination postponed?
No. The examination scheduled for 05 November 2026 at Ongole remains unchanged.
9. Will candidates receive an SMS or email regarding the postponement?
Yes, SMS and email notifications will be sent to the registered mobile numbers and email IDs of the affected candidates.
10. Where can candidates check the official RRB ALP CBT 1 postponement notice?
Candidates can check the official notification on the Railway Recruitment Boards website at rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
