RRB Group D Exam Date 2026: Check 09/2025 Answer Key & Result Date Here

Railway Recruitment Board Group D 2026 ( RRB Group D )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Aug 31, 2026 17:17 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

RRB Group D Exam Date 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is likely to release the RRB Group D 2026 Provisional Answer Key for CEN No. 09/2025 in the first week of September. A direct downlaod link for the RRB Group D Answer Key will be provided below once it is released. The exam was conducted from August 3 to August 25, 2026. The RRB Group D exam was conducted in multiple shifts across the country to recruit 22,196 vacancies. The RRB Group D application form dates were January 31 to March 9, 2026.

RRB Group D (08/2024)

The Railway Recruitment Board released the RRB Group D result 2026 for CEN No. 08/2024 on July 1.The CBT 1 exam was held from November 27 to February 10. Based on the RRB Group D result of the CBT, candidates will be selected for the Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Measurement Test. Read this article below for more details on RRB Group D dates.

 

 

Table of contents
  • How to Check RRB Group D 2026 Exam Dates?
  • RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026
  • RRB Group D 2026 Exam Schedule
  • RRB Group D Shift Timings
  • RRB Group D Selection Process
  • RRB Group D Exam Dates 2026 FAQs
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How to Check RRB Group D 2026 Exam Dates?

The Board conducts the RRB Group D exam and provide Class 10 pass students an opportunity to fulfil their dream of joining the Indian Railways. The exam dates help candidates to keep updated as per the events related to the exam. RRB Group D exam is conducted phase-wise in multiple shifts. Candidates can check the exam dates by following the process given below.

  • Visit RRBs
  • Click RRB Group D exam date PDF link
  • Check the exam dates
  • Download the exam dates and save it

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RRB Group D Exam Pattern

RRB Group D Syllabus

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Q:   When will the RRB Group D exam 2026 be conducted?
A: 

RRB Group D dates 2026 for CEN No. 09/2025 released. The exam was conducted from August 3 to 25, 2026. 

Q:   When RRB Group D 2026 notification was released?
A: 

The short RRB Group D 2026 notification was released by the examination authority. The detailed notification was released on January 31. It comprises the details related to the exam. Candidates must read the notification before applying.

Q:   Is there any qualifying marks in RRB Group D exam?
A: 

Yes, there are qualifying marks in RRB Group D exam. The qualifying marks for your and EWS categories are 40 per cent and 30 per cent for SC, ST, and OBC.

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RRB Group D Exam Pattern 2026

RRB Group D exam date was announced online by RRBs. The CBT exam is being conducted by the RRBs. The test carries four sections. The total marks alloted to the test are 100. Candidates qualifying the online exam are called for PET/PST. The structure of the CBT exam is given below.

Sections

Number of questions

General Science

25

Mathematics

25

General Intelligence and Reasoning

30

General Awareness and Current Affairs

20

Total

100

RRB Group D exam pattern for CBT is divided into four sections: General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning and General Awareness and Current Affairs. The total duration of the test is 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates accompanied by the scribe). The test paper comprises a total of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions. The total marks allotted to CBT are 100. Candidates qualifying the CBT are called for PET. Candidates qualifying the PET are called for document verification. The final selection of candidates is done based on the performance in the CBT provided they qualify the PET

Also Read: RRB Group D Last Minute Preparation Tips

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When RRB Group D admit card is released?
A: 

RRB Group D admit card is released four days before the exam. They need to download their hall tickets by logging with the required credentials. Candidates need to carry their admit cards along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre.

Q:   Can a 12th pass apply for RRB Group D?
A: 
Candidates for RRB Group D exam should have passed Class 12. The age of candidates should be between 18 and 36 years.
Q:   When RRB Group D application status will be released?
A: 

RRB Group D application status was released by RRBs. Candidates can check their application status by logging with the required credentials. The application status displays whether the application form of candidates are accepted or rejected for the recruitment exam. Those whose RRB Group D application forms are accepted are issued admit card for appearing in the exam.

RRB Group D 2026 Exam Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of RRB Group D 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Sep ' 26

RRB Group D 2026 Answer Key (09/2025)

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
03 Aug ' 26 - 25 Aug ' 26

RRB Group D 2026 Exam Date (09/2025)

31 Jul ' 26

RRB Group D 2026 Admit Card (09/2025)

01 Jul ' 26

RRB Group D 2025 Result (08/2024)

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RRB Group D Shift Timings

RRB Group D exam is conducted in three shifts. The first shift starts at 9 am while the second shift begins at 12.45 pm. The third shift starts at 5 pm. The shift-wise RRB Group D shift timings are given below. 

Shift Reporting Time Gate Closure Exam Start Time Exam Ends

Shift 1

7.30 am

8.30 am

9.00 am

10:30 am

Shift 2

11.15 am

12.15 pm

12.45 pm

2:15 pm

Shift 3

3.00 pm

4.00 pm

4.30 pm

6:00 pm

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RRB Group D Admit Card

RRB Group D Exam Centre

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Q:   What is RRB Group D Selection Process?
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RRB Group D selection process comprises CBT, PET/PST, Document Verification and Medical Exam. The PET/PST is qualifying in nature. Though PET/PST is qualifying in nature, candidates are required to clear it. There is weightage of marks for this stage. The final selection of candidates is done based on CBT provided they qualify PET/PST, medical exam and document verification. Medical exam is conducted by the railway hospitals.
Q:   How to get RRB Group D admit card through SMS and Email?
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RRBs also send SMS and email to candidates regarding RRB Group D admit card release. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. They need to carry the printed copies of their admit cards along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre.

Q:   What is RRB Group D shift timings?
A: 

The shift timings of RRB Group D exam are made available by exam body. The prelims exam is conducted in four shifts. The mains exam is held in two shifts. The details related to the exam centre are mentioned in the admit card.

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RRB Group D Selection Process

Selection of candidates is done based on merit. Candidates need to be physically fit to carry on their responsibilities. RRB Group D salary is INR 18000. Besides candidates are also entitled to various allowances. Candidates can recruited to the various Group D posts. 

RRB Group D selection process  comprises CBT, PET/PST, document verification and medical exam. The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) decide RRB Group D salary according to the 7th pay commission.The average salary of the RRB Group D posts ranges from 3.5 to 6 lakh per annum. Apart from the salary, the Board also provide the perks and allowances to the employees. For the RRB Group D posts, the in-hand salary is INR 22,000 to 25,000 per month and the basic pay is INR 18000 as per the 7th pay commission.  The Board conducts the RRB Group D exam for several Level 1 posts like Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Helper/Assistant, and Assistant Pointsman.

Also Read: RRB Group D Preparation

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Q:   How many candidates qualify RRB Group D exam?
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RRB Group D exam is conducted for the level 1 posts in Indian Railways. The selection process includes Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification and Medical Exam. The year-wise total recruitment done through RRB Group D is given below.

YearGroup ‘C’ Level 1 (Erstwhile Group D) Through RRCs

2016-2017

6731

2017-2018

5362

2018-2019

4766

2019-2020

55942

2020-2021

3327

Total

76128

Q:   How to enter the preferences of posts for RRB Group D exam?
A: 

If the candidate is eligible for more than one post based on their educational qualifications, they must enter the post preferences as per priority. RRB Group D application form should be filled online only.

Q:   What is self-declaration in RRB Group D exam?
A: 
In RRB Group D admit card, candidates will find a space for writing self-declaration along with signature and left thumb impression. Candidates are required to fill the self-declaration in front of the invigilator. By writing the self-declaration, candidates agree that the details filled in the application form are correct and complete.
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RRB Group D Exam Dates 2026 FAQs

Candidates can check below RRB Group D Dates FAQs.

Q:   What is RRB Group D exam pattern?
A: 

The CBT of RRB Group D exam comprises four sections-General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning and General Awareness and Current Affairs. Total marks allotted to CBT are 100. Based on the marks obtained in CBT, candidates are called for PET. The PET is qualifying in nature. Those who qualify the PET are called for document verification. Final empanellment of candidates is done based on the performance in CBT subject to their qualifying the document verification and medical exam. The structure of RRB Group D exam pattern is given below.

Sections

Number of questions

General Science

25

Mathematics

25

General Intelligence and Reasoning

30

General Awareness and Current Affairs

20

Total

100

Q:   When RRB Group D question papers are released?
A: 

RRB Group D question papers are released four days after the exam is conducted. The question papers are released along with the answer key. Candidates can download the question papers by logging with the required credentials. Candidates can even challenge the RRB Group D question papers. Going through the question papers, candidates can know the topics from where questions are asked in the exam. Besides, practising RRB Group D question papers can improve their speed and accuracy of solving questions.

Q:   How can I download the RRB Group D answer key?
A: 

Candidates need to download RRB Group D answer key online. They can download their answer keys by logging with the user ID and password. Objections against the answer key can be raised online by paying INR 50. The final answer key is released after the declaration of the result.

 

Q:   What is the probation period of RRB Group D employees?
A: 

RRB Group D Probation period is 2 years. Candidates will have to take the training for a period of 2 years, and then will be able to start their job as an RRB Group D Officer.

Q:   How many candidates qualify RRB Group D exam?
A: 

RRB Group D exam is conducted for the level 1 posts in Indian Railways. The selection process includes Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification and Medical Exam. The year-wise total recruitment done through RRB Group D is given below.

YearGroup ‘C’ Level 1 (Erstwhile Group D) Through RRCs

2016-2017

6731

2017-2018

5362

2018-2019

4766

2019-2020

55942

2020-2021

3327

Total

76128

Q:   In how many languages RRB Group D question paper will be framed?
A: 

RRB Group D CBT question paper will be available in 15 languages: Hindi, English, Urdu, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil and Telugu. The language of the paper is based on the region or the specific exam. But the majority of Railway Recruitment Board papers will be in the official language of the state in which the exam is conducted. For example, if the exam is taking place in Tamil Nadu, the paper is likely to be in Tamil. Likewise, if the exam is taking place in Kolkata, the language of the question paper will be in Bengali. Candidates can choose the exam language while filling out the application form.

Q:   When RRB Group D notification 2025 was released?
A: 

RRB Group D notification 2025 was released by the Railway Recruitment Boards. The notification was released in PDF form and comprises the details related to the exam. The selection process of RRB Group D comprises Computer Based Test,  Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification and Medical Exam. CCAAs trained in railway establishment are given due weightage of marks obtained in NCVT for preparation of the final merit list. They are also exempted from PET/PST.

Q:   What is unique about the RRB Group D syllabus?
A: 

While preparing the syllabus of RRB Group D the topics given in the same have been framed keeping in mind the nature of the job profile. The educational qualification for RRB Group D exam is Class 10 pass. Therefore, the syllabus has been formulated based on the given educational qualification. RRB Group D syllabus is given below: Mathematics: Number System, Percentage, BODMAS, LCM-HCF, Simple and Compound Interest, Algebra, Profit and Loss, etc. General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Data Sufficiency, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Relationships, etc General Science: Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences of CBSE Class 10 level General Awareness: Current Affairs Science & Technology, Sports, Culture, Personalities, Economics, Politics

Q:   When RRB Group D application form 2025 was released?
A: 

RRB Group D application form 2025 was released on January 23, 2025 by the Railway Recruitment Boards. RRB Group D application form should be filled online only. The application fee is INR 500 (for all candidates except the fee concession categories). The fee for PwBD/Female /Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen/SC/ST/Minority Communities/ Economically Backward Class is INR 250. Candidates can pay the fee both online and offline. Candidates are not required to sent the hard copy of the application form.

Q:   How to challenge RRB Group D Answer Key?
A: 
The process to challenge RRB Group D answer key is given below:
 
Visit RRBs
Click on ‘Viewing of Question Paper, Responses and Keys & raising of Objections for Level 1 Posts’
Enter the login credentials 
Candidates need to enter details 
Make fee payment 
Submit the objections
Q:   Where can I find RRB Group D question paper PDF?
A: 

Attempting RRB Group D previous year paper PDF help candidates to know the types of questions asked in the exam. Solving the question papers helps candidates to get good marks in the exam. Solving RRB Group D previous year question paper PDF is the most efficient way of preparing the syllabus for the exam. Candidates can download RRB Group D question paper PDFs and start practising for the exam.

Q:   What is RRB Group D Syllabus?
A: 

The CBT of RRB Group D comprises questions from General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence and Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs. The syllabus is given below: Mathematics: HCF and LCM, Ratio & Proportion, Mensuration Time & Distance, Profit & Loss, BODMAS, Percentages, Time & Work, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Age Calculations General Science: Topics from Physics Chemistry and Life Sciences General Intelligence and Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Relationships, Alphabetical Series, Venn Diagram, Statement and Conclusion, Numerical Series, Distance, and Directions. General Awareness and Current Affairs. Indian History, Sports, Current Affairs. Events, important days and events.

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