Railway Group D Result 2026 guide: Check the cut-off, PET process, date and steps to download result

In India, competitive exams remain a crucial entry point for those looking for secure government jobs, with recruitment cycles across industries creating year-round interest and fierce rivalry. Among them, the Railway Recruitment Board's (RRB) railway recruitments are notable for their scope, regularity, and number of applicants they draw from around the country.

In this context, the official Sarkari Result website is continuously providing the latest updates regarding the Railway Recruitment Board RRB Group D Result 2026, one of the most awaited announcements for candidates who appeared in the Indian Railways Level-1 recruitment examination; under this drive, Indian Railways had invited online applications for various Group D posts, including Helper, Assistant Pointsman, Track Maintainer, and other Level-1 vacancies across all Railway Recruitment Boards in India, from 23 January 2025 to 22 February 2025.

The fee payment window remained open till 23-24 February 2025, and candidates were allowed to make corrections in their application forms from 25 February to 6 March 2025.

The Computer Based Test (CBT) for Railway Group D Recruitment 2025–26 was conducted between 27 November 2025 and 10 February 2026. Since the completion of the examination, candidates have been eagerly waiting for the declaration of results.

Important dates

• Forms release date: 31 January 2026
• Form submission last date: 09 March 2026
• Last Date for fees submission: 11 March 2026
• Form correction date: 12 to 21 March 2026
• Exam date: 27 November 2025 to 16 January 2026
• Date of the examination: 27 November 2025 to 16 January 2026
• Revised examdate: 08, 09 January 2026 and 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 09 & 10 February 2026
• Exam city details: 19 November 2025
• Admit card release: 24 November 2025
• Answer key release: 17 February 2026 Available Now
• Result announcement: May 2026

The Railway Group D Result 2026 is expected to be released by the end of May 2026 on the regional official websites of the Railway Recruitment Boards or Sarkari result official website sarkariresult.com.cm . The result will be published in PDF format containing the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the result PDF will become eligible for the next stages of the selection process, including the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Document Verification (DV).

Online application fees

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs.500/-
• SC /ST / Female: Rs.250/-
• PH Candidates: Rs.250/-

Fee refund after appearing the Stage I examination
UR/OBC/EWS Fee Refund: Rs.400/-
SC / ST / PH / Female Refund: Rs.250/-

• Payment modes: Debit/Credit Card UPI Internet Banking

How the Railway Group D examination is conducted
The official Sarkari Result 2026 website is providing complete updates regarding the Railway Recruitment Board Railway Group D Exam 2026 and its selection process. The Railway Recruitment Board conducts the Group D examination in multiple stages for recruitment to various Level-1 posts in Indian Railways including Helper, Assistant Pointsman, Track Maintainer and other vacancies.

The Railway Group D Exam1 is first conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) at different examination centres across India. This online examination is the most important stage of the selection process as candidates are shortlisted for further rounds based on their performance in the CBT.

According to the exam pattern, the CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates are given 90 minutes to complete the examination, while PwBD candidates using a scribe receive 120 minutes. The exam also includes negative marking, with 1/3 mark deducted for every wrong answer.

The question paper is divided into four sections including General Science, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness & Current Affairs. General Science and Mathematics carry 25 questions each, General Intelligence & Reasoning contains 30 questions, while General Awareness & Current Affairs includes 20 questions.

Candidates who qualify in the CBT are called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which is qualifying in nature. After clearing PET, candidates have to appear for Document Verification and Medical Examination. The final selection and merit list are mainly prepared on the basis of CBT marks for candidates who successfully qualify all other stages of the recruitment process.

Next steps after the Railway Recruitment Board Group D result?Post declaration of RRB Group D results, those who clear the Computer Based Test are shortlisted to proceed in the selection stages. In the result only you get to know if you have passed or not.
The next steps include:

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Qualifying in nature. Separate for males & females as there are different physical requirements for both sexes.
• Document Verification (DV) - Here you are required to carry your educational certificates in originals, identity proof, category certificates etc.
• Medical Examination - This will be performed to see if the candidate is medically fit as per the requirements of Indian Railways.

Finally, after all the above selection rounds, the final merit list is drawn and appointment orders are issued to the successful candidates by their concerned Regional RRB.


How to download the Railway Recruitment Board Group D result?

1. The candidates need to visit the official website of the recruitment board of their particular region.
2. After this, the candidates need to go to the “Results/Latest Notification” part of the homepage.
3. Then, in the results/latest notification page, the candidates need to look for the “RRB Group D Result 2026 / CEN 08/2024” link.
4. On clicking the result link, the candidates will be able to get their merit list in PDF format.
5. The candidates should save this PDF file in their system.
6. The search option, which is activated by pressing Ctrl + F can be used to find out your roll/registration number.
7. The candidates should then make a copy of the results and mention their registration number or roll number along with further steps regarding the exam like PET, document verification, and so forth.

FAQs1. Will it be released in PDF form RRB Group D result? Yes usually RRB Groups D result will be released in PDF format in their regional sites which contain the roll numbers of all candidates who have qualified for the next level.

2. Do I need a login ID to check RRB Group D results? In most cases you don't need a login ID and you have to download the PDF then look out for your roll number.

3. Will the cutoff be the same in all Railway zones? The RRB Groups D cutoff marks vary for each Railway Recruitment Board zone and category as the number of vacancies and the competition differs in every zone.

4. Will I be able to attend the PET test if I haven't found my roll number in the PDF? No, you will not be able to attend the PET test if your roll number does not find its name in the official result list released by RRB.

5. What do I have to do once the PDF is downloaded? After downloading, search your roll number and go through the instructions and criteria for PET, document verification, medical examination etc.

6. If I have qualified the RRB Group D result will I be selected in final merit? Only if you have passed the above tests including PET, document verification, medical fitness and final merit, can you be selected for the Railway groups D recruitment.

7. What is the official website of Sarkari result to check the railway group d result 2026Official website is sarkariresult.com.cm

Sources -

1. https://rrbranchi.gov.in/upload/files/pdf/12_13_58pm56fb7f704dde86a4423a1d97824dd277.pdf

Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Sarkari Result by Times Internet's Spotlight team.