Skip to content
HomeAnswer KeysRailway RRB Group D Level 1 Recruitment 2026 Answer Key
Advt No: CEN 09/2025Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)08/09/2026

Railway RRB Group D Level 1 Recruitment 2026 Answer Key

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) has released the CBT-I answer key for the Group D Level-1 recruitment drive covering 22,195 vacancies. Eligible candidates who appeared for the exam held in August 2026 can check their response sheets using their registration credentials.

Share notification:

Recruitment Lifecycle Tracker

Real-time status tracking from notification circular to final merit listing

Live Stage: 4. Answer Key
Phase 4 of 5: Answer Key100% Verified
✓ NoticeApplyAdmitKeyResult

Important Dates

Notification Date
30 January 2026
Online Apply Start Date
31 January 2026
Online Apply Last Date
09 March 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
11 March 2026
Correction Date
12 – 21 March 2026
Exam City Details
24 July 2026
Admit Card Date
31 July 2026
CBT-I Exam Date
03, 06, 09, 17, 21 & 25 August 2026
Answer Key Date
07 September 2026
Vacancies & Eligibility
Official Cadre
Vacancies22,195Total Posts
Prescribed Qualification

Class 10 (High School) passed from a recognized school by NCVT/SCVT or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.

Detailed vacancy & qualification criteria in the matrix below

Objection Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC
₹500/- (₹400/- refunded on appearing for CBT)
SC / ST / EBC / Female / Transgender
₹250/- (₹250/- refunded on appearing for CBT)
Payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Online: UPI, Cards & Net Banking

Age Limit

18 to 33 Years as on 01/01/2026 (Age relaxation extra as per rules)
OBC: +3ySC/ST: +5yPwD: +10yExSM

Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications

Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.

11 Allocations
Indian Railways

Pointsman-B

Sanctioned Seats:5053 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant (Track Machine)

Sanctioned Seats:597 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant (Bridge)

Sanctioned Seats:600 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Track Maintainer Gr. IV

Sanctioned Seats:11032 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant P-Way

Sanctioned Seats:300 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant (C&W)

Sanctioned Seats:1000 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant TRD

Sanctioned Seats:800 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant (S&T)

Sanctioned Seats:1509 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)

Sanctioned Seats:200 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant Operations (Electrical)

Sanctioned Seats:604 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Indian Railways

Assistant TL & AC

Sanctioned Seats:500 Posts

Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board/institution or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Total Sanctioned Posts:22,195 Posts

Mode of Selection / Selection Process

Sequential qualification stages in chronological order

4 Sequential Stages
01Written / CBT

Computer Based Test (CBT-1)

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

02Written / CBT

Physical Efficiency Test

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

03Verification

Document Verification

Original matriculation, marksheets & category audit

04Written / CBT

Medical Examination

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

How to Check Answer Key & Submit Objections

Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission

6 Guided Steps
01Step 1

Visit Official Portal

Navigate to the official website of your regional Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).

02Step 2

Step 2 Protocol

Access the CEN or Recruitment section on the homepage.

03Step 3

Locate Application Link

Click on the link designated for the RRB Group-D Answer Key and response sheet.

04Step 4

Locate Application Link

Input your unique Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password.

05Step 5

Enter Candidate Credentials

Authenticate your details by clicking the Login or Submit button.

06Step 6

Visit Official Portal

Review your recorded responses against the official answer key and download/save a copy for your records.

Official Advisory: Verify personal credentials, JEE marks & upload specs before final submission.

Detailed Notification & Overview

The Railway Recruitment Boards announced the comprehensive notification CEN 09/2025 for recruiting 22,195 Level-1 posts, including Pointsman, Track Maintainer, Assistants across technical and electrical domains. Candidates meeting the Matriculation or NAC eligibility standards registered online up to 09 March 2026. Following the conclusion of the Computer Based Test (CBT-1) held across multiple shifts in August 2026, the provisional answer key has been published on regional portals. Qualified aspirants selected through subsequent physical efficiency tests and medical examinations will be inducted into various railway zones.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

6 Essential Questions

Q1What is the application timeline and exam schedule for Railway RRB Group D 2026?

The online application process started on 31 January 2026 and concluded on 09 March 2026. The CBT-I examinations were successfully conducted across various dates in August 2026, and the answer key was released on 07 September 2026.

Q2What educational qualifications are required to apply for RRB Group D Level-1 posts?

Applicants must have passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized NCVT/SCVT board or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.

Q3What is the age limit and relaxation criteria for the recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as of 01 January 2026. Age relaxations are applicable to reserved category candidates in accordance with government regulations.

Q4How much is the application fee and what is the fee refund policy?

The application fee is ₹500/- for General and OBC candidates (with ₹400/- refundable upon appearing for the CBT) and ₹250/- for SC, ST, EBC, Female, and Transgender candidates (with the full ₹250/- refundable upon appearing for the CBT).

Q5How can I check and download the RRB Group-D CBT-I Answer Key?

You can access your answer key by visiting your regional RRB portal, navigating to the recruitment or CEN section, clicking on the answer key link, and logging in using your Registration Number and Date of Birth.

Q6Where can candidates verify authentic recruitment updates and notices?

Candidates should solely rely on the official Indian Railways website (https://indianrailways.gov.in) and regional RRB portals for verified notices, answer keys, and further progression updates.

Note: This syllabus and examination data is provided for general informational guidance only. Candidates must visit the official website and consult the official syllabus notification to check for any recent changes or revisions. We are not responsible for any inadvertent errors, omissions, or subsequent updates.

Exam Intelligence & Syllabus Dossier

Official syllabus breakdown, comprehensive examination blueprint & preparation guide.

Dedicated Syllabus Dossier

RRB Group D (Level-1 Posts - Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant) Syllabus 2026

Complete official topic-by-topic syllabus, exam duration, questions & marks distribution.

Official Blueprint

RRB Group D (Level-1) Comprehensive Blueprint

RRB Group D (RRC Level-1) is the world's largest public recruitment drive, appointing over 1,00,000 personnel in each cycle across Indian Railways. Ap...

Found a typo or discrepancy in this notification?

Related Notifications

Live
Vacancies22,195 Posts
Last Date09 March 2026
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
Vacancies22,195 Posts
Last Date09 March 2026
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
Vacancies22,195 Posts
Last Date09 March 2026
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
Vacancies22,195 Posts
Last Date09 March 2026
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice
VacanciesAs per Gazette
Examination ScheCheck Official Notice

Latest Notifications & Updates

Live
Vacancies1538 Posts
Admit Card09 September 2026
Vacancies362 Posts
Exam Date27 January 2026
Vacancies1871 Posts
Exam Date20 – 28 November 2026
Vacancies418 Posts
Exam DateTo be notified
Vacancies1538 Posts
Admit Card09 September 2026
Vacancies362 Posts
Exam Date27 January 2026
Vacancies1871 Posts
Exam Date20 – 28 November 2026
Vacancies418 Posts
Exam DateTo be notified
Vacancies1538 Posts
Admit Card09 September 2026
Vacancies362 Posts
Exam Date27 January 2026
Vacancies1871 Posts
Exam Date20 – 28 November 2026
Vacancies418 Posts
Exam DateTo be notified
Vacancies1538 Posts
Admit Card09 September 2026
Vacancies362 Posts
Exam Date27 January 2026
Vacancies1871 Posts
Exam Date20 – 28 November 2026
Vacancies418 Posts
Exam DateTo be notified