RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponed 2026: Important Notice for Ongole and Nellore Candidates, New Exam Dates Released

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have issued an important notification regarding the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CBT 1 Examination 2026. Due to unavoidable administrative circumstances, the examination scheduled at specific centres in Ongole and Nellore has been postponed and rescheduled. Candidates affected by this change are advised to carefully review the revised examination schedule and centre allocation to avoid any confusion on the examination day.

This update applies only to selected examination centres and specified dates. The Railway Recruitment Boards have clarified that CBT 1 examinations at all other centres across the country will be conducted according to the previously announced schedule.

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponement 2026 Overview

  • Recruiting Authority: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)
  • Recruitment Notification: CEN No. 01/2026 (ALP)
  • Examination: Computer Based Test (CBT 1)
  • Post: Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)
  • Notice Date: 02 November 2026
  • Affected Locations: Ongole and Nellore
  • Status: Selected examinations postponed and rescheduled

Why Was the Examination Postponed?

According to the official notice issued by the Railway Recruitment Boards, the decision to postpone certain CBT 1 examinations was taken due to exigency situations affecting the specified examination centres. To ensure smooth conduct of the recruitment process and provide a fair testing environment, the affected candidates have been allotted revised examination arrangements.

Ongole CBT 1 Examination Rescheduling Details

Candidates who were originally scheduled to appear for the CBT 1 examination on 03 November 2026 and 04 November 2026 at the following Ongole centre have been affected:

  • Original Centre: National Council for the Church Social Action India
  • Centre Code: 33430

The Railway Recruitment Boards have rescheduled all such candidates to 05 November 2026. In addition, candidates have been shifted to a new examination centre at Tirupati.

  • New Examination Date: 05 November 2026
  • New Centre: iON Digital Zone iDZ Zoo Park, Tirupati
  • New Centre Code: 9105

Candidates should carefully check updated admit card details and travel arrangements before reporting for the examination.

No Change for Ongole Examination on 05 November 2026

The examination scheduled on 05 November 2026 at the Ongole centre (TC Code 33430) remains unchanged. Only examinations originally planned for 03 and 04 November have been rescheduled. Candidates assigned to the 05 November session at the Ongole centre should appear as per their existing schedule.

Nellore CBT 1 Examination Rescheduling Details

A separate revision has also been announced for one examination day at a centre in Nellore.

  • Centre Name: iON Digital Zone iDZ Pottepalem Village
  • Centre Code: 35626
  • Original Examination Date: 03 November 2026
  • Revised Examination Date: 05 November 2026

Unlike the Ongole candidates, candidates affected in Nellore will continue to appear at the same examination centre and only the date has been changed.

No Change for Nellore Examination on 04 November 2026

The Railway Recruitment Boards have clearly stated that examinations scheduled for 04 November 2026 at the Nellore centre (TC Code 35626) will continue as originally planned. Only the 03 November session has been rescheduled to 05 November 2026.

What Should Affected Candidates Do Now?

Candidates whose examinations have been rescheduled should immediately verify their latest examination details and make suitable travel arrangements. Since some candidates have also been shifted to another city, timely planning is extremely important.

  • Check updated examination details carefully.
  • Monitor official RRB communications regularly.
  • Verify examination city and centre information.
  • Carry all required examination documents.
  • Reach the examination venue well before reporting time.
  • Keep registered mobile numbers active for updates.

RRB to Send SMS and Email Notifications

To help candidates stay informed, RRB has confirmed that SMS and email notifications will be sent to the registered mobile numbers and email addresses of affected candidates. However, applicants are advised not to rely solely on messages and should regularly visit official RRB platforms for the latest information.

Impact on Other Examination Centres

The notice specifically mentions that all other CBT 1 examinations being conducted across the country will proceed according to the existing timetable. Therefore, candidates appearing at centres other than the affected Ongole and Nellore venues should continue following their original examination schedule.

Final Words

The latest RRB ALP CBT 1 postponement notice is significant for candidates assigned to specific examination centres in Ongole and Nellore. While the change may require additional planning, the Railway Recruitment Boards have already provided revised examination arrangements to ensure minimal inconvenience. Candidates should stay alert for official updates, verify revised examination details, and prepare confidently for their upcoming CBT 1 examination.

RRB ALP CBT 1 Exam Postponement 2026 FAQs

1. Which recruitment examination is covered under this notice?

The notice relates to the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) recruitment under CEN No. 01/2026 and its CBT 1 examination.

2. Why was the CBT 1 examination postponed?

The Railway Recruitment Boards postponed certain examinations due to exigency situations affecting specific examination centres.

3. Which Ongole examination centre was affected?

The affected Ongole centre was National Council for the Church Social Action India with centre code 33430.

4. What is the new examination date for affected Ongole candidates?

Candidates originally scheduled on 03 and 04 November 2026 have been rescheduled to 05 November 2026.

5. Have affected Ongole candidates been assigned a new examination centre?

Yes. They have been shifted to iON Digital Zone iDZ Zoo Park, Tirupati, with centre code 9105.

6. What changes have been made for Nellore candidates?

The CBT 1 examination scheduled for 03 November 2026 at iON Digital Zone iDZ Pottepalem Village, Nellore, has been rescheduled to 05 November 2026 at the same centre.

7. Will candidates receive official communication about the change?

Yes. RRB has stated that SMS and email notifications will be sent to the registered mobile numbers and email IDs of affected candidates.

8. Are examinations at other centres affected?

No. The Railway Recruitment Boards have clarified that CBT 1 examinations at all other centres will be conducted as per the original schedule.