RRB Group D Answer Key 2026 Out: Direct Link & Objection Process Activated!
The wait is finally over for millions of aspirants! The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the much-anticipated RRB Group D CBT Answer Key 2026 (CEN 08/2024) on February 17, 2026. This provisional answer key, along with candidates' response sheets and question papers, is now available for download on the official RRB websites.
Candidates who appeared for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), conducted from November 27, 2025, to February 10, 2026, can now access their response sheets, verify their answers, and calculate their probable scores. This recruitment drive aims to fill a substantial 32,438 Level 1 vacancies across various railway zones, making this answer key a crucial step towards the final selection.
✅ Release Date: Provisional Answer Key released on February 17, 2026 (5 PM).
✅ Exam Period: CBT held from November 27, 2025, to February 10, 2026.
✅ Objection Window: Open from February 17 to February 23, 2026 (5 PM).
✅ Vacancies: Answer key released for 32,438 Level 1 posts (CEN 08/2024).
✅ Downloadable Content: Provisional Answer Key, Candidate Response Sheet, and Question Paper.
Keep these critical dates in mind to ensure you don't miss any deadlines:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RRB Group D CBT Exam Dates | November 27, 2025 – February 10, 2026 |
| RRB Group D Answer Key Release Date | February 17, 2026 (5 PM) |
| Objection Window Start Date | February 17, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | February 23, 2026 (5 PM) |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question (refundable if valid) |
Follow these simple steps to access your answer key and response sheet:
Upon downloading, your response sheet will contain several crucial details to help you analyze your performance. These typically include:
✅ Candidate's Name and Registration Number/Roll Number.
✅ Exam Date and Shift.
✅ Question Paper (as appeared in the CBT).
✅ Options provided for each question.
✅ Your selected response for each question.
✅ The correct answer as per the RRB.
✅ Status of each question (Correct / Incorrect / Unattempted).
✅ Section-wise question details.
✅ Instructions related to raising objections.
If you find any discrepancy in the officially released answers, you have the opportunity to raise objections. Here's how:
Understanding the marking scheme is vital for accurate score calculation. For the RRB Group D CBT, each correct answer is awarded 1 mark. Importantly, there is negative marking: 1/3 of a mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks will be deducted for unattempted questions.
After the objection window closes on February 23, 2026, the Railway Recruitment Board will review all submitted objections. Following this, the final answer key will be released, and subsequently, the RRB Group D Result 2026 will be declared. Keep an eye on the official RRB websites for these crucial updates and the schedule for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Candidates are strongly advised to regularly visit the official RRB websites for the latest and most accurate information. Beware of unofficial sources or misleading information circulating on social media.
