The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has officially published the notice for releasing the RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key, Question Paper, and Candidate Response Sheet 2026 against Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP). Candidates who appeared in the Stage-1 Computer-Based Test can view their recorded responses and provisional answer keys on their respective regional RRB official websites.
The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (CEN 01/2026) CBT-1 Examination was conducted nationwide from 03 November 2026 to 05 November 2026. As per the official notification dated 12 November 2026, the direct link for viewing question papers, answer keys, and raising objections will go live today, 12 November 2026 from 07:00 PM onwards, and will remain active until 19 November 2026 at 23:59 PM.
Candidates noticing any error in questions, multiple-choice options, or official keys can submit online challenges by paying a prescribed fee of Rs. 50/- per question (plus applicable bank charges). If an objection is evaluated and found valid, the fee paid will be refunded back to the source payment account. Below is the complete time schedule, accepted payment options, helpdesk contact number, and step-by-step instructions to download the response sheet.
RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Notification Number | CEN No. 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) |
| Examination Stage | 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT-1) |
| CBT-1 Exam Dates | 03 November 2026 to 05 November 2026 |
| Notice Release Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Answer Key & Objection Window Activation | 12 November 2026 (07:00 PM onwards) |
| Closing Date for Answer Key & Objections | 19 November 2026 (at 23:59 PM) |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 50/- per question (Refundable if objection is valid) |
| Official Helpdesk Number | 7996342666 (Mon–Sat, 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM) |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key 2026 Important Dates
| Event / Activity | Scheduled Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Conduct of CBT-1 Examination | 03 November 2026 to 05 November 2026 |
| Official Answer Key Notice Issued | 12 November 2026 |
| Viewing of Question Paper, Responses & Raising Objections | 12 November 2026 (07:00 PM onwards) |
| Closing of Answer Key Viewing, Objections & Fee Payment | 19 November 2026 (at 23:59 PM) |
| Declaration of CBT-1 Result & Final Answer Key | To be notified subsequently |
Objection Fee & Refund Policy
Candidates wishing to challenge any question, option, or key must adhere to the following fee and payment guidelines:
- Prescribed Fee: Rs. 50/- plus applicable bank service charges per question challenged.
- Fee Refund Policy: If the objection raised by a candidate is found to be correct upon expert review, the fee paid against such valid objection(s) will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges. The refund will be credited to the same account from which the online payment was made.
- Allowed Payment Modes:
- All Bank Debit Cards / Credit Cards.
- RuPay Cards / Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
- Multi Bank Retail Net Banking / Multi Bank Corporate Net Banking.
- State Bank of India Retail Net Banking / State Bank of India Net Banking.
Details Mentioned on RRB ALP Response Sheet 2026
Upon accessing the portal from 07:00 PM onwards, candidates can examine the following details in their CBT-1 response sheet:
- Candidate’s Name, Registration Number, and Roll Number.
- Exam Date, Shift Timing, and Examination Venue Name.
- Question ID and Option IDs for all questions in the paper.
- Candidate’s selected answer option against each question.
- Official Correct Answer marked by the RRB Expert Board.
How to Check & Download RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key 2026?
Candidates who appeared in the CBT-1 exam can follow these steps to view and download their response sheets from 12 November 2026 (07:00 PM) onwards:
- Visit Regional RRB Website: Go to your respective regional RRB official portal or visit rrbapply.gov.in / rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Find the CEN 01/2026 Link: Click on the link reading “CEN 01/2026 (Assistant Loco Pilot) – Viewing of Question Paper, Responses and Keys & Raising of Objections”.
- Candidate Login: Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number and Date of Birth / Password along with the captcha code.
- Open Candidate Response Tab: Once logged in, click on the “Candidate Response” section to view your full question paper, marked responses, and correct answer keys.
- Download & Save PDF: Save a PDF copy of your response sheet and calculate your tentative CBT-1 score before the portal closes on 19 November 2026.
How to Raise Objections Against RRB ALP Answer Key 2026?
If you identify any discrepancy or wrong answer key, submit your challenge well before 19 November 2026 (23:59 PM):
- Select Objection Tab: After logging into the response sheet portal, click on the “Objection Tracker” or “Raise Objection” tab.
- Select Question ID & Reason: Choose the Question ID you wish to challenge and specify the nature of the objection (e.g., Incorrect Answer Key, Ambiguous Question, Multiple Correct Options, Translation Error).
- Attach Proof & Remarks: Provide a concise technical explanation and upload supporting reference pages from standard NCERT/technical textbooks.
- Make Fee Payment: Pay Rs. 50/- per challenged question via Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.
- Submit & Print Receipt: Submit the objection and save the payment confirmation receipt for reference. The decision of RRBs on raised objections shall be final and binding.
Official RRB Helpdesk & Regional Websites
In case of any technical difficulty or query regarding question papers or objection fee payment, candidates can contact the dedicated RRB Helpdesk:
- Official Helpdesk Contact Number: 7996342666
- Helpdesk Operational Timings: Monday to Saturday, 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM
| RRB Region | Official Website | RRB Region | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| RRB Ahmedabad | rrbahmedabad.gov.in | RRB Kolkata | rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| RRB Ajmer | rrbajmer.gov.in | RRB Mumbai | rrbmumbai.gov.in |
| RRB Prayagraj | rrbald.gov.in | RRB Patna | rrbpatna.gov.in |
| RRB Bangalore | rrbbnc.gov.in | RRB Ranchi | rrbranchi.gov.in |
| RRB Bhopal | rrbbpl.nic.in | RRB Secunderabad | rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| RRB Chandigarh | rrbcdg.gov.in | RRB Chennai | rrbchennai.gov.in |
Important Links
| Resource / Document | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key & Response Sheet Login (Active Today 07:00 PM) | Click Here to Login |
| Download Official RRB ALP Answer Key Notice (CEN 01/2026) | Click Here |
| Indian Railways Central RRB Website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Latest Railway & Government Job Updates | Visit Placement Store |
Conclusion
The release of the RRB ALP CBT-1 Answer Key 2026 (CEN 01/2026) gives Assistant Loco Pilot aspirants who appeared between 03 and 05 November 2026 an immediate opportunity to review their exam performance, evaluate their raw marks, and raise valid challenges against provisional keys. Because qualifying in CBT-1 is essential for advancing to the CBT-2 and Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) stages, checking the response sheet promptly is strongly advised.
Candidates must log in to their respective regional RRB websites from 07:00 PM today (12 November 2026) and ensure all legitimate objections along with supporting documentary evidence and the Rs. 50/- fee are submitted well ahead of the closing deadline on 19 November 2026 at 23:59 PM.
Disclaimer: This article is published for informational guidance based on the official notice dated 12.11.2026 issued by the Railway Recruitment Boards (CEN 01/2026). Candidates are strictly advised to refer to their respective regional RRB official portals (rrb.indianrailways.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in) for authentic response sheet login links and final answer key announcements.
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