Railway Group D answer key 2026: Download access key, response sheet
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the provisional answer key for the RRB Group D 2026 Computer-Based Test (CBT), bringing relief to lakhs of candidates awaiting the next stage of the recruitment process.
Along with the answer key, RRB has also activated the individual response sheets and question papers on its official DigiLMS portals and regional websites.
The CBT for Group D posts was conducted over an extended schedule from November 27, 2025, to February 10, 2026, across multiple shifts and regions. The recruitment drive aims to fill 32,438 Level 1 vacancies in various departments of the Indian Railways.
Answer key and objection window
Candidates can now review the provisional answers and compare them with their recorded responses. RRB has opened an objection window, allowing candidates to challenge any answer they believe is incorrect.
Objections must be submitted within the stipulated deadline mentioned on the portal. Challenges raised after the closing date will not be entertained.
As per the standard procedure, RRB will examine all valid objections before publishing the final answer key, which will form the basis for result preparation.
Why the provisional key matters
The provisional answer key plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency in the evaluation process. It enables candidates to:
Verify answers marked during the exam
Estimate probable scores using the marking scheme
Identify discrepancies, if any
- Submit objections with supporting evidence
- After reviewing objections, RRB will release the revised/final answer key.
- How to download RRB Group D answer key 2026
Candidates can access the answer key by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB DigiLMS portal or regional RRB website
- Click on the link titled “RRB Group D Answer Key 2026”
- Log in using registration number and password/date of birth
- View the provisional answer key and response sheet
- Download and save the documents for reference
Candidates are advised to keep copies of the answer key and response sheet until the recruitment process is completed.
What happens next
Following the closure of the objection window, RRB will:
- Review submitted challenges
- Publish the final answer key
- Announce CBT results and cut-offs
Candidates qualifying the CBT will be shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by document verification and medical examination as per the official notification.
Aspirants are encouraged to regularly check the official RRB websites for updates regarding the final answer key and result declaration.