RRB ALP Shift Timings 2026: Check Reporting & Exam Time

1. RRB ALP 2026 exam will be held on 16, 17, and 18 February in three daily shifts.
2. Reach the exam center before reporting time, as entry closes strictly at gate closure time.
3. Carry admit card and valid ID proof; electronic devices are not allowed inside the exam hall.

The wait is almost over! The RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) 2026 exam dates are here. The exam is scheduled for 16th, 17th, and 18th February 2026. If you are appearing for this exam, knowing your Shift Timing is the most important thing right now. You don’t want to reach the center late and face a closed gate! The exam will be conducted in 3 shifts every day across the country. We have broken down the exact timing for you in a simple table below.

RRB ALP 2026 Shift Timings (Official)

Check the table carefully. You must reach the center at the Reporting Time, not the Exam Start Time.

Shift	Reporting Time (Reach by this time)	Gate Closure Time (Entry Stops)	Exam Start Time	Exam End Time
Shift 1	07:30 AM	08:30 AM	09:00 AM	10:00 AM
Shift 2	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	12:30 PM	01:30 PM
Shift 3	03:00 PM	04:00 PM	04:30 PM	05:30 PM

Important: You should arrive at least 30 minutes before the reporting time to be safe.

RRB ALP City Intimation Slip 2026

Before the Admit Card, RRB releases a City Intimation Slip.

• What is it? It tells you your Exam City and Date so you can book tickets.
• When will it come? It will be released 9-10 days before the exam date.

RRB ALP Admit Card 2026

• Release Date: You can download your Hall Ticket 4-5 days before your exam date.
• Where to download? From the official website indianrailways.gov.in.

Important Exam Day Instructions

To avoid any trouble at the exam center, follow these simple rules:

1. Carry Admit Card [Mandatory]: You cannot enter without it.
2. ID Proof is Mandatory: Bring a valid original ID like Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport.
3. No Electronics: Mobile phones, calculators, and smartwatches are strictly not allowed inside the hall.
4. Reach Early: Gates will close exactly at the “Gate Closure Time.” No excuses will be heard after that.

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