The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 on
17 February 2026 for the CEN 08/2024 recruitment. This recruitment drive covers a total of
32,438 vacancies under various Level-1 posts of the 7th CPC pay matrix. The Computer Based
Test (CBT) was conducted from 27 November 2025 to 10 February 2026. Candidates who appeared in the
exam can now download their answer key from the respective RRB regional portal using their
Registration Number and Date of Birth.
32,438 vacancies under various Level-1 posts of the 7th CPC pay matrix. The Computer Based
Test (CBT) was conducted from 27 November 2025 to 10 February 2026. Candidates who appeared in the
exam can now download their answer key from the respective RRB regional portal using their
Registration Number and Date of Birth.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date : 23 January 2025
- Online Application Last Date : 01 March 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 01 March 2025
- Form Correction / Modification Window : 04 March – 13 March 2025
- Exam City Intimation : 10 Days Before Exam Date
- Admit Card Download : 04 Days Before Exam Date
- CBT Exam Date : 27 November 2025 – 10 February 2026 Completed
- Answer Key Release Date : 17 February 2026 Released
- Result Date : Not Released Yet
Post Details — Vacancy Breakdown
| # | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pointsman-B | 5,058 |
| 2 | Assistant (Track Machine) | 799 |
| 3 | Assistant (Bridge) | 301 |
| 4 | Track Maintainer Gr. IV | 13,187 |
| 5 | Assistant P-Way | 247 |
| 6 | Assistant (C&W) | 2,587 |
| 7 | Assistant TRD | 1,381 |
| 8 | Assistant (S&T) | 2,012 |
| 9 | Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel) | 420 |
| 10 | Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical) | 950 |
| 11 | Assistant Operations (Electrical) | 744 |
| 12 | Assistant TL & AC | 1,041 |
| 13 | Assistant TL & AC (Workshop) | 624 |
| 14 | Assistant (Workshop) (Mech) | 3,077 |
| Total Vacancies | 32,438 | |
Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
| RRB / Zone | Zone Code | Category-wise Total | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaipur | NWR | Gen 797 | OBC 217 | EWS 151 | SC 191 | ST 77 | 1,433 |
| Prayagraj | NCR | Gen 988 | OBC 413 | EWS 189 | SC 229 | ST 190 | 2,020 |
| Hubli | SWR | Gen 207 | OBC 133 | EWS 50 | SC 75 | ST 37 | 503 |
| Jabalpur | WCR | Gen 769 | OBC 383 | EWS 158 | SC 215 | ST 89 | 1,614 |
| Bhubaneshwar | ECR | Gen 405 | OBC 257 | EWS 96 | SC 139 | ST 67 | 964 |
| Bilaspur | SECR | Gen 578 | OBC 346 | EWS 130 | SC 190 | ST 93 | 1,337 |
| Delhi | NR | Gen 2008 | OBC 1275 | EWS 465 | SC 691 | ST 346 | 4,785 |
| Chennai | SR | Gen 1089 | OBC 698 | EWS 279 | SC 397 | ST 228 | 2,694 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | Gen 598 | OBC 285 | EWS 122 | SC 215 | ST 134 | 1,370 |
| Guwahati | NFR | Gen 828 | OBC 552 | EWS 206 | SC 309 | ST 153 | 2,048 |
| Kolkata | ER | Gen 767 | OBC 477 | EWS 161 | SC 262 | ST 144 | 1,817 |
| Kolkata | SER | Gen 408 | OBC 263 | EWS 102 | SC 184 | ST 72 | 1,044 |
| Mumbai | WR | Gen 1892 | OBC 1261 | EWS 467 | SC 701 | ST 351 | 4,672 |
| Mumbai | CR | Gen 1395 | OBC 845 | EWS 267 | SC 480 | ST 257 | 3,244 |
| Hajipur | ECR | Gen 518 | OBC 333 | EWS 122 | SC 186 | ST 92 | 1,251 |
| Secunderabad | SCR | Gen 710 | OBC 415 | EWS 136 | SC 235 | ST 144 | 1,642 |
| Grand Total | Gen 13,957 | OBC 8,153 | EWS 3,101 | SC 4,699 | ST 2,474 | 32,438 | |
Eligibility Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| All Group D Level-1 Posts | Class 10th (High School) pass from any recognized Board in India |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 36 Years
- Age calculated as on : 01 January 2025
- Age relaxation applicable as per official notification rules for reserved categories.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Standards
Male Candidates
- Carry 35 kg weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes — in one chance
- Run 1000 metres in 4 minutes 15 seconds — in one chance
Female Candidates
- Carry 20 kg weight for a distance of 100 metres in 2 minutes — in one chance
- Run 1000 metres in 5 minutes 40 seconds — in one chance
How to Download RRB Group D Answer Key 2026
- Visit the RRB regional website where you originally applied (e.g., RRB Mumbai, RRB Kolkata, RRB Chennai, etc.). The answer key is released on regional portals, not on the main centralized RRB site.
- Look for a prominent link on the homepage titled “CEN 08/2024 Level-1 Posts — Answer Key for CBT” or a similar heading.
- Click on the link. You will be redirected to a login page. Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) to log in.
- After successful login, your Answer Key will be displayed on screen. Verify all details carefully — Name, Roll Number, Date of Birth, Exam Date, Time, and Venue.
- Download the PDF and take multiple printouts for future reference and objection filing, if required.
Note: If you wish to raise an objection against any question/answer, refer to the official instructions provided along with the answer key for the objection window dates and process.
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Important Questions & Answers — RRB Group D Answer Key 2026
Q 1When was the RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 released?
The RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 has been officially released on 17 February 2026.
Q 2What were the RRB Group D CBT exam dates?
The Computer Based Test (CBT) was conducted from 27 November 2025 to 10 February 2026.
Q 3How can I download the RRB Group D Answer Key?
Visit your respective RRB regional portal, click on the answer key link for CEN 08/2024, and log in using your Registration Number and Date of Birth. Then download the answer key PDF.
Q 4What is the age limit for RRB Group D CEN 08/2024?
The minimum age is 18 Years and the maximum age is 36 Years, as on 01 January 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per official rules.
Q 5What is the educational qualification required for RRB Group D Recruitment?
Candidates must have passed Class 10th (High School) from any recognized Board in India. For more details, candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully.
Q 6What is the total number of vacancies in RRB Group D CEN 08/2024?
The total number of vacancies is 32,438 Posts across various Level-1 categories under the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Q 7When will the RRB Group D Result 2026 be declared?
The RRB Group D Result 2026 has Not Released Yet. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official RRB regional portals for updates.
