The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued the RRB ALP CBT 2 City Intimation Slip 2026 on 18 July 2026 for candidates shortlisted for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Stage-2 computer-based test under CEN 01/2025. The city slip shows the allotted exam city for the CBT-2 exam on 28 July 2026 so you can arrange travel early. It is not a hall ticket — the e-call letter (admit card) with full centre details is expected separately, around 24 July 2026.
City slip: Out 18 July 2026 · CBT-2 date: 28 July 2026 · CEN: 01/2025 · ALP vacancies: ~10,970 · Shortlisted for CBT-2: ~1,58,705 · Full admit card: Expected ~24 July 2026 · Portal: rrbapply.gov.in
→ Download RRB ALP CBT-2 City Intimation Slip (Official Portal)
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RRB ALP CBT 2 City Intimation Slip 2026 — Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) — CEN 01/2025 |
| Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) |
| Document | CBT Stage-2 City Intimation Slip (exam city PDF) |
| Released | 18 July 2026 |
| CBT-2 exam date | 28 July 2026 |
| Full e-call letter | Expected around 24 July 2026 |
| Candidates for CBT-2 | About 1,58,705 (shortlisted after CBT-1) |
| Indicative vacancies | About 10,970 ALP posts |
| Login | Registration / Application No. + Date of Birth |
| Official portals | rrbapply.gov.in · regional RRB sites |
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| RRB Apply / Candidate Portal | Click here — rrbapply.gov.in |
| City intimation slip | Login on official portal → ALP CBT-2 city slip link (when active) |
| e-Call letter (admit card) | Same portal — activates closer to exam |
| Related railway alert | RRB Group D Application Status 2026 |
Important Dates — RRB ALP CEN 01/2025 (Reference Timeline)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / apply start | 12 April 2025 |
| Online application last date | 19 May 2025 |
| Fee payment last date | 21 May 2025 |
| Application correction window | 22 – 31 May 2025 |
| CBT-1 exam (revised schedule) | 13, 16, 17 & 18 February 2026 |
| CBT-1 result | 12 June 2026 |
| CBT-2 city intimation slip | 18 July 2026 (Released) |
| CBT-2 examination | 28 July 2026 |
| CBT-2 e-admit card (expected) | Around 24 July 2026 |
| CBAT / DV / medical | After CBT-2 (as notified by RRB) |
Always treat regional RRB notices as final if a zone publishes a separate link or timing note.
City Intimation Slip vs Full Admit Card
| Point | City intimation slip | e-Call letter (admit card) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Advance city allotment for travel | Entry + identity at exam centre |
| Shows | City, exam date, basic candidate data | Full centre name, address, reporting time, photo/sign |
| When released | Earlier (18 July 2026) | Closer to exam (~24 July 2026) |
| Valid for entry? | No | Yes — mandatory |
| Action for you | Book tickets / stay if needed | Print 2 copies + carry photo ID |
How to Download RRB ALP CBT 2 City Intimation Slip 2026
- Open https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/ (or your regional RRB website if directed).
- Find the notice for ALP / CEN 01/2025 — CBT Stage-2 City Intimation.
- Click Download City Intimation Slip / similar login link.
- Enter Registration / Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit captcha if asked and open your slip.
- Note exam city, date (28 July 2026), and shift if shown.
- Save PDF and keep a print for your bag — still wait for the real admit card later.
If login fails
- Re-check registration number from the application form PDF.
- Use forgot password / forgot registration tools on the same official domain.
- Try another browser or clear cache; avoid third-party “city slip” apps.
- Confirm you were shortlisted for CBT-2 (CBT-1 qualified list).
Details Usually Printed on the City Slip
- Candidate name
- Registration / application number
- Roll number (if already allotted)
- Exam name: RRB ALP CBT Stage-2
- Exam date: 28 July 2026
- Shift (morning / afternoon, if assigned)
- Allotted exam city
- RRB region / zone references
- Free travel authority note for SC/ST (where applicable — rules on slip)
- Important instructions
Centre building address and gate reporting time appear on the e-call letter, not always on the city slip.
What Candidates Should Do Next
| Timeline | Action |
|---|---|
| Now | Download city slip; confirm city; plan travel |
| Before 24 Jul | Watch rrbapply.gov.in for e-call letter notice |
| After admit card | Print colour copy; match photo ID name |
| Exam day 28 Jul | Carry admit card + original photo ID only as listed |
Documents for exam day (after admit card release)
| Carry | Notes |
|---|---|
| Printed e-call letter | Mandatory |
| Original photo ID | Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence / as listed |
| Passport photos | If the admit card asks for extra copies |
| SC/ST travel authority | If issued and rules allow |
Do not rely on the city slip alone at the centre gate.
RRB ALP Selection Flow (Context)
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| CBT-1 | First stage screening (completed; result June 2026) |
| CBT-2 | Second stage — 28 July 2026 (city slip out) |
| CBAT | Computer Based Aptitude Test for ALP (as applicable) |
| Document verification | Originals check |
| Medical | Railway medical standards for loco pilot category |
Zone-wise merit and medical fitness decide final appointment against ALP vacancies.
Exam Day & Travel Tips
- Reach the allotted city a day early if the centre is unfamiliar.
- Recheck the admit card city when released — it should match the city slip in almost all cases; if not, follow the admit card.
- Read COVID / prohibited-items rules on the e-call letter.
- Keep digital and paper copies of registration credentials.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Treating the city slip as a hall ticket.
- Paying agents for “city change” or fake admit cards.
- Missing the e-call letter download window closer to 24 July.
- Using unofficial URLs that copy rrbapply branding.
Related Railway Updates on Easy Applications
- Admit Card category
- Railway Jobs category
- RRB Group D Application Status 2026
- RRB Technician Recruitment 2026
- RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026
Disclaimer
Easy Applications (EasyApplications.in) is not affiliated with the Railway Recruitment Board or Indian Railways. Dates, vacancy figures, and shortlist counts are compiled for public information from the reported CEN 01/2025 timeline. Always verify city slip, admit card, and instructions on rrbapply.gov.in or your regional RRB website before travelling or appearing for the exam.
Summary: The RRB ALP CBT 2 city intimation slip 2026 is live from 18 July 2026 for the 28 July 2026 Stage-2 exam under CEN 01/2025. Download the city PDF from rrbapply.gov.in for travel planning, then download the full e-call letter (~24 July) for exam-hall entry.