The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have announced the release of the CBT-1 answer key for CEN No. 04/2026, covering the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Through a notice dated 10 November 2026, the Boards said the answer key link will be active on the regional RRB websites from 11 November to 17 November 2026.
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The first-stage computer-based test was held on 27 October, 28 October and 2 November 2026. Using the link, candidates can view their question paper, their own responses and the provisional answer keys.
RRB JE Answer Key 2026: Overview
If you find an error in a question, an option or an answer, you can raise an objection by paying ₹50 per question plus bank charges. The fee is refunded for objections found correct. The window closes on 17 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, after which no representation will be accepted.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways |
| Advertisement | CEN No. 04/2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant |
| Total vacancies | 4,029 (after Corrigendum-1) |
| Exam stage | CBT-1 (first stage) |
| CBT-1 dates | 27 October, 28 October and 2 November 2026 |
| Answer key link active | 11 – 17 November 2026 |
| Objection fee | ₹50 per question + bank charges |
| Refund | Yes, for valid objections (minus bank charges) |
| Payment modes | Debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking |
| Official website | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in and regional RRB websites |
Check Official Answer Key 04/2026 Notice PDF
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Answer key notice issued | 10 November 2026 |
| Answer key and objection window opens | 11 November 2026 |
| Last date for objections and fee payment | 17 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Final answer key and CBT-1 result | To be announced |
| CBT-2 | To be announced |
How to Download RRB JE Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official website of your regional RRB (the one you applied to), or the central portal rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Click the link for “Viewing of question papers, responses and keys & raising of objections – CBT-I, CEN No. 04/2026”.
- Log in with your registration details, as shown on the login page.
- Your question paper, the responses you marked and the provisional answer keys will appear.
- Check each answer carefully and note any you want to challenge.
- Download or save the response sheet for your records.
How to Raise Objections Against RRB JE Answer Key
- Log in through the same link before 17 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Select the question you want to challenge.
- Choose whether the objection is about the question, an option or the key, and enter your reason.
- Pay ₹50 per question plus bank charges by debit card, credit card, UPI or net banking.
- Submit the objection and save the payment confirmation.
The detailed procedure and guidelines are given on the link itself. Raise objections well before the deadline to avoid last-day server load.
Objection Fee Refund Rules
- The fee is ₹50 per question, plus applicable bank service charges.
- If your objection is found correct, the fee is refunded after deducting bank charges.
- The refund goes back to the same account used to pay online.
- Fees for objections that are rejected are not refunded.
- The RRBs’ decision on objections is final and binding, and no further correspondence will be entertained.
RRB JE CBT-1 Exam Pattern
CBT-1 is a screening test. Its marks are not counted in the final merit list, but you must clear it to reach CBT-2. The standard RRB JE pattern is:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with a scribe)
- Marking: +1 for each correct answer
- Negative marking: One-third (0.33) mark deducted for each wrong answer
How to Calculate Your RRB JE CBT-1 Score
Use this formula with your response sheet:
Raw score = (Number of correct answers × 1) − (Number of wrong answers × 1/3)
For example, a candidate with 72 correct and 15 wrong answers scores 72 − 5 = 67 marks. Unattempted questions carry no marks.
Since CBT-1 was held across several shifts, RRB will normalise the scores before preparing the result, so your final normalised score may differ slightly from your raw score.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT-1
| Category | Minimum percentage |
|---|---|
| UR and EWS | 40% |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 30% |
| SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
PwBD candidates may get a relaxation of 2% if there is a shortage of qualified candidates in that category.
What Happens After the Answer Key?
- RRBs review all objections and prepare the final answer key.
- The CBT-1 result is declared with normalised scores.
- Candidates are shortlisted for CBT-2 on the basis of CBT-1 merit, category-wise, usually about 15 times the vacancies.
- CBT-2 is followed by document verification and a medical examination.
FAQs
Q1. When will the RRB JE answer key 2026 link be active?
The link will be active from 11 November 2026 to 17 November 2026 (11:59 PM) on the regional RRB websites.
Q2. When was the RRB JE CBT-1 exam held?
CBT-1 for CEN 04/2026 was held on 27 October, 28 October and 2 November 2026.
Q3. What is the fee to raise an objection?
The fee is ₹50 per question, plus applicable bank service charges.
Q4. Will the objection fee be refunded?
Yes, if your objection is found correct. The refund is made to the same account after deducting bank charges.
Q5. How can I pay the objection fee?
By debit card, credit card, UPI or net banking.
Q6. Which posts does this answer key cover?
Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant under CEN No. 04/2026.
Q7. Is there negative marking in RRB JE CBT-1?
Yes. One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
