RRB ALP CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 Released at rrbapply.gov.in; Objections Open Until August 11

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) officially released the provisional answer key, question papers, and recorded responses for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) CBT 2 examination on August 5, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination under CEN 01/2025 can access these crucial documents on the official website, rrbapply.gov.in, and the DigiALM portal.

The objection window for the CBT 2 answer key is currently active and will remain open until August 11, 2026, with a charge of Rs. 50 per question. This period is critical for candidates to ensure fairness and accuracy in the evaluation process. The RRB has also outlined the fee structure and refund policy for objections, providing clear guidelines for candidates working through this stage of the recruitment cycle.

RRB ALP CBT 2 2026: Objection Process and Details

Candidates wishing to challenge any answer in the provisional key must submit their objections by August 11, 2026. A non-refundable objection fee of Rs 50 per question is required for each challenge. However, the RRB has clarified that this fee will be refunded to the candidate if their objection is thoroughly reviewed and later accepted as valid. This mechanism aims to ensure that only genuine concerns are raised, while also providing recourse for candidates whose objections prove to be correct.

Details Included in RRB ALP CBT 2 Provisional Answer Key

The provisional answer key includes verified solutions for both Part A and Part B of the CBT 2 examination. Part A covers subjects such as Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and Basic Science & Engineering, while Part B focuses on the relevant trade subject. Candidates can log in to the official candidate portal, rrb.digialm.com, using their Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password to access their individual question papers and recorded responses, alongside the provisional answer key.

RRB ALP 2026: Score Calculation and Qualifying Criteria

Candidates can estimate their CBT 2 scores using the official marking scheme and should also ensure they meet the category-wise minimum qualifying marks prescribed by RRB.

RRB ALP 2026: Merit Calculation and Next Steps

The final merit list for RRB ALP 2026 will be prepared by combining the normalized marks of CBT 2 Part A and the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), while CBT 2 Part B is qualifying in nature.

How to Download RRB ALP CBT 2 Answer Key 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to download their provisional answer key, question papers, and recorded responses:

1. Go to the official website, rrbapply.gov.in, or the regional RRB website.
2. Locate and click on the link for ‘CEN 01/2025 – Assistant Loco Pilot CBT 2 Answer Key’.
3. You will be redirected to the candidate login portal, rrb.digialm.com.
4. Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password in the designated fields.
5. Click on the ‘Login’ button to access your documents.
6. Download and save the provisional answer key, question paper, and your recorded responses for future reference.

RRB ALP Recruitment Details: Cen 01/2025 and Cen 01/2026

The current recruitment landscape for Assistant Loco Pilots involves two distinct cycles, CEN 01/2025 and CEN 01/2026, each with its own timeline and number of vacancies. The CBT 1 answer key for CEN 01/2025 was released earlier on March 20, 2026. Meanwhile, the application process for CEN 01/2026, which has 11,127 notified vacancies, concluded on June 14, 2026, with an application correction window open from June 17 to June 26, 2026. Candidates for CEN 01/2026 can expect their CBT 1 examination dates, city intimation slips, and admit cards to be released in August 2026.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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