RRB Group D Result 2026: Level-1 CBT Result Date, Zone-Wise Merit List & PET Schedule Update

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is in the final stages of processing the results for the CEN 08/2024 (Group D) recruitment. With over 1.08 crore candidates having appeared for the Computer Based Test (CBT) held between November 27, 2025, and February 10, 2026, the anticipation for the merit list is at an all-time high.

As of April 3, 2026, there is a significant update regarding a temporary delay. While the answer keys were released on February 17, the final result declaration is currently subject to legal proceedings in the Telangana High Court, with the next hearing scheduled for April 15, 2026. Consequently, the RRB Group D Result 2026 is now expected to be released in the last week of April 2026.

RRB Group D 2026: Key Highlights & Important Dates

The Railway Board has successfully conducted one of the world’s largest recruitment exams to fill 32,438 vacancies for various Level-1 posts such as Pointsman, Track Maintainer Gr. IV, and Assistant (C&W).

Event	Date / Schedule
Notification Number	CEN 08/2024
CBT Exam Dates	Nov 27, 2025 – Feb 10, 2026
Official Answer Key Released	February 17, 2026
Last Date for Objections	February 23, 2026
Expected Result Declaration	After April 15, 2026 (Likely 4th Week)
Scorecard & Cutoff Release	Last Week of April 2026
PET Exam Dates	Expected June 2026

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How to Check RRB Group D Result 2026 Online

The results will be published simultaneously across all 21 regional RRB websites in PDF format. Candidates can follow these steps to check their qualifying status:

1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to your respective regional RRB website (e.g., rrbcdg.gov.in for Chandigarh or rrbbpl.nic.in for Bhopal).
2. Locate Result Link: On the homepage, look for the link titled “CEN 08/2024 (Level-1 Posts) – List of Candidates Shortlisted for Physical Efficiency Test (PET)”.
3. Open Zone-Wise PDF: Click on the link to open the PDF file containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
4. Search Your Roll Number: Use the search function (Ctrl + F) and enter your Roll Number or Registration Number.
5. Download Scorecard: To see your normalized marks and percentile, click on the separate “Scorecard Link” and log in using your Registration Number and Date of Birth.

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Selection Process: What Happens After CBT Result?

The recruitment involves four distinct stages. Shortlisted candidates must pass each stage to move forward.

Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates equal to three times the number of vacancies will be called for PET. This stage is qualifying in nature.

• For Male Candidates:
  • Lift and carry 35 kg of weight for a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes (one attempt, no dropping).
  • Run a distance of 1000 meters in 4 minutes and 15 seconds (one attempt).
• For Female Candidates:
  • Lift and carry 20 kg of weight for a distance of 100 meters in 2 minutes.
  • Run a distance of 1000 meters in 5 minutes and 40 seconds.

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV) & Medical Exam

Based on CBT performance (normalized marks), candidates will be called for DV. After successful verification, a medical examination is conducted at Railway Hospitals to ensure the candidate meets the vision and physical standards (A-2, B-1, etc.) required for specific posts.

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Expected RRB Group D Cut Off Marks 2026 (Zone-Wise)

The cutoff depends on the difficulty level of the shifts and the total number of vacancies per zone. Below are the predicted normalized marks for the Unreserved (UR) category across major zones:

Railway Zone	Expected Cutoff (UR)	Expected Cutoff (OBC)
Northern Railway (NR)	78 – 82	74 – 77
Central Railway (CR)	73 – 77	69 – 72
Western Railway (WR)	67 – 71	63 – 66
West Central Railway (WCR)	73 – 78	68 – 71
East Central Railway (ECR)	72 – 77	68 – 72

Note: The final cutoff will be released along with the result and may vary based on normalization.

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Important Regional RRB Links

RRB Zone	Official Website
Ahmedabad	rrbahmedabad.gov.in
Ajmer	rrbajmer.gov.in
Allahabad	rrbald.gov.in
Bhopal	rrbbpl.nic.in
Chandigarh	rrbcdg.gov.in
Kolkata	rrbkolkata.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Why is the RRB Group D Result 2026 delayed?

A: The result declaration has been temporarily put on hold by the Telangana High Court. The next hearing is on April 15, 2026, and the result is expected shortly thereafter.

Q2: Will marks be normalized in the Group D result?

A: Yes. Since the exam was conducted in multiple shifts over several months, RRB uses a Percentile-based Normalization method to ensure fairness across different difficulty levels.

Q3: Are PwBD candidates required to appear for PET?

A: No. Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempted from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), though they must clear the Medical Examination.

Q4: How can I recover my lost Registration Number?

A: You can use the “Forgot Registration Number” link on the official RRB login portal. You will need to provide your Name, Date of Birth, and registered Email or Mobile Number.

Q5: What is the validity of the RRB Group D scorecard?

A: The scorecard and merit list are valid until the completion of the recruitment process for CEN 08/2024 or until a new panel is formed.