The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced a change in the exam date for the **RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) 2025**. Students who have applied for these railway jobs must note that the new exam date will be announced very soon by the RRBs. This update is important for all candidates preparing for the CBAT exam.
The RRB ALP exams aim to recruit candidates for government jobs like Assistant Loco Pilot in the Indian Railways. The selection process involves several stages, including Computer Based Tests (CBTs) and an Aptitude Test (CBAT).
Important Dates and Documents
Candidates will receive their exam city information, known as the 'city intimation slip,' around 10 days before the actual CBAT exam. This slip tells you which city your exam will be held in. The official admit card, which is your essential entry pass for the exam hall, will be available for download just four days before the exam date. It is very important to download and print these documents on time.
Previous Exam Stages: RRB ALP CBT 1
Before candidates reach the CBAT stage, they usually clear two Computer Based Tests: CBT 1 and CBT 2. The first stage, RRB ALP CBT 1, was held in **late 2024** for the current recruitment drive. Understanding the previous exam helps candidates prepare better for future stages.
- For **Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP)** posts, the CBT 1 exams took place from November 25 to November 29, 2024 .
- For **Technician** posts, the CBT 1 exams were conducted on December 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29, and 30, 2024 .
The CBT 1 exam evaluates a candidate's basic knowledge in different subjects.
CBT 1 Exam Pattern
The CBT 1 exam had a total of 75 multiple-choice questions . Candidates were given 60 minutes (1 hour) to complete the test. Each correct answer earned 1 mark. The questions were divided as follows:
| Subject | Number of Questions |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Science | 20 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 10 |
CBT 1 Exam Shift Timings
The CBT 1 exam was conducted in three different shifts. These timings were released along with the city intimation slip. These shift timings give an idea of how future exams might be planned:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Start Time |
| 1 | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 2 | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 12:30 PM |
| 3 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
How to Download RRB ALP CBAT Admit Card
Once the new CBAT exam date is announced and the admit cards are ready for download, candidates must get their admit cards from the official RRB website. Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of your respective Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
- Look for the link to download the admit card for **RRB ALP CBAT 2025**. This link is usually found on the homepage or in the 'Latest News' section.
- Click on the admit card download link.
- You will be asked to enter your User ID and Password . Make sure you type these details correctly as per your application.
- After entering your login details, your RRB ALP CBAT admit card will be shown on your screen.
- Download the admit card and save it as a PDF file on your computer or phone.
- It is very important to print out at least one clear copy of your admit card to carry with you to the exam centre.
Candidates should regularly check the official RRB websites for the latest announcements regarding the new CBAT exam date and other related information.
