Overview
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), under the Ministry of Railways, have released the RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 for the Computer-Based Test conducted under CEN 09/2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can download their response sheet, view the provisional answers and check their probable scores for recruitment to 22,195 Level 1 posts.
The answer key is available through the candidate login portal. Applicants should verify each response carefully and submit objections within the prescribed window if they find any discrepancy in the provisional key.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Group D / Level 1 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrbapply.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | January 31, 2026 |
| Last Date | March 2, 2026 |
| Exam Date | 2026; conducted as per the RRB shift-wise schedule |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should note that the answer key and objection deadlines may be different for individual examination schedules. The exact closing date and time displayed in the candidate login will be treated as final.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants were required to meet the prescribed qualification by the cut-off date specified in CEN 09/2025. The accepted qualifications generally include:
- Class 10 pass from a recognised board; or
- ITI qualification from an institution recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training or State Council for Vocational Training; or
- National Apprenticeship Certificate granted by NCVT, where applicable.
- Candidates must possess the relevant certificate before the eligibility cut-off date. Those awaiting final results are not ordinarily eligible unless specifically permitted in the detailed notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Maximum age: 33 years.
- The crucial date for determining age is specified in the detailed CEN 09/2025 notification.
- Upper-age relaxation is applicable to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under Central Government rules.
- Candidates must produce valid category and age-relaxation documents during document verification.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: ₹500.
- SC, ST, PwBD, women, transgender, ex-servicemen, minority and eligible Economically Backward Class candidates: ₹250.
- The applicable portion of the examination fee is refundable after attendance in the CBT, subject to bank charges and RRB conditions.
- Payment was accepted online through the methods provided on the application portal.
Selection Process
The RRB Group D recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test: Candidates take an objective examination covering mathematics, general intelligence and reasoning, general science, and general awareness/current affairs.
- Physical Efficiency Test: Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CBT performance must complete the prescribed weight-carrying and running tasks. Standards differ for male and female candidates.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Qualified candidates are called for verification of original certificates, followed by the required railway medical fitness test before appointment.
The provisional answer key does not represent the final result. RRBs will examine valid objections before preparing the final answer key and CBT score.
How to Apply
The application process for CEN 09/2025 was conducted online. Candidates who have already applied can now access the answer key by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal or the website of the regional RRB selected in the application.
- Open the link titled “CEN 09/2025 Group D Answer Key, Response Sheet and Objection Tracker.”
- Enter the registration number and password or date of birth in the required format.
- Submit the details to view the question paper, recorded responses and provisional answer key.
- Download or print the response sheet for future reference and calculate the probable score using the notified marking scheme.
- To challenge an answer, select the relevant question, choose the objection category and upload a supporting reference or explanation.
- Pay the prescribed objection fee, if applicable, and submit the challenge before the deadline.
- Save the objection acknowledgement and payment receipt. Challenges sent through email, post or after the closing time are generally not accepted.
Candidates should use only the official login facility and must not share their registration credentials, password or one-time password with others.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 released?
Yes. The provisional answer key and candidate response sheet for CEN 09/2025 have been made available through the RRB candidate login portal.
2. How can I calculate my probable CBT score?
Compare the recorded responses with the provisional answers and apply the official marks for correct answers and the notified negative marking for incorrect responses.
3. When will the RRB Group D result be declared?
The result date is TBA. It will be announced after objections are reviewed and the final answer key is prepared.
