RRB JE CBT-I Answer Key 2026: Key Dates and Access Details
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the release of the answer key for the first stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I) conducted for Junior Engineer recruitment under Centralised Employment Notice CEN 05/2025. Candidates who appeared for this crucial examination can now access the answer key through the official RRB regional websites. The link for viewing question papers, responses, and answer keys will be activated at 16:00 hours on March 5, 2026, and will remain accessible until 23:59 hours on March 11, 2026. During this specified period, aspirants are encouraged to review their responses meticulously and raise any objections regarding questions, answer options, or the answer keys using the online mode provided by the commission.
Examination Schedule and Answer Key Access Procedure
The CBT-I examination for posts including Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) was conducted on February 19, February 20, and February 25, 2026. To access the answer key, candidates must follow a straightforward process:
- Visit the regional website of the concerned RRB.
- Open the CEN 05/2025 JE answer key link.
- Enter login credentials such as registration number and password.
- Upon successful login, candidates can view and download the answer key, question papers, and response sheets for thorough verification.
This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 2,569 vacant positions across various railway zones, making it a significant opportunity for engineering aspirants nationwide.
Objection Window and Payment Details for Candidates
Candidates who identify discrepancies in the answer keys, questions, or options are permitted to submit objections through the online window within the deadline. The fee structure for raising objections has been set at Rs 50 per question, plus applicable bank service charges. Importantly, if an objection is validated as correct upon review by the RRB board, the payment made for that specific objection will be refunded to the candidate's account, after deducting bank charges. Payments can be made via multiple methods including RuPay cards, credit cards, UPI, and net banking, ensuring convenience for all applicants.
The RRB has strictly advised candidates to submit objections before the deadline of 23:59 hours on March 11, 2026. Representations received after this cutoff will not be entertained, and the board's decision on all objections will be final and binding. This process underscores the RRB's commitment to transparency and fairness in the recruitment procedure.
Vacancy Distribution Across Categories and Railway Zones
As per CEN 05/2025, the vacancy distribution is detailed across categories and zones to provide clarity to candidates:
- Category-wise Vacancies: General category: 1,090 posts, Scheduled Castes: 410, Scheduled Tribes: 210, Other Backward Classes: 615, and Persons with Disabilities: 244.
- Zone-wise Vacancies: Kolkata leads with 628 vacancies, followed by Mumbai with 434, Prayagraj with 162, and Chennai with 160. Other zones include Ahmedabad (151), Bilaspur (127), Ranchi (109), Chandigarh (108), Secunderabad (103), Guwahati (7), and Muzaffarpur (23).
This distribution highlights regional opportunities and helps candidates gauge their chances based on preferred locations.
Final Stages of the Recruitment Process
Candidates who successfully qualify the CBT-I stage will become eligible to appear for the CBT-II, which is the second stage of the recruitment. The final stages of the selection process include document verification and medical examination for those who clear all previous rounds. These steps are critical to ensure that only the most suitable candidates are selected for the prestigious railway positions, maintaining the integrity and efficiency of India's rail network.
Prospective applicants are urged to stay updated with official RRB notifications and adhere to all guidelines to navigate this recruitment process smoothly.
