RRB Junior Engineer JE CBT I Answer Key 2026 OUT Download Now
The official Question Papers, Candidate Responses, Provisional Answer Keys and Objection Raising Tracker are now available from Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Ministry of Railways, Government of India. These cover the 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I) for Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 04/2026. Conducted on 27 October, 28 October, and 2 November 2026, the CBT-I examination covered 7,951 vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Those who appeared can check their question papers and assess their answers. Online objections can be submitted from 11 November 2026 to 17 November 2026 (till 23:59 hrs), with Rs. 50/- charged per question. The full schedule, rules for fee refunds and direct links are given below.
Important Dates
| CBT-I Exam Dates | 27, 28 October & 02 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Notice Issued Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Answer Key & Objection Start Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Viewing & Objections | 17 November 2026 (at 23:59 Hrs) |
| CBT-II Exam Date | To be announced soon |
Objection Fee & Refund
| Prescribed Objection Fee | Rs. 50/- Per Question (+ applicable bank charges) |
|---|---|
| Fee Refund | If an objection is found to be correct/valid by RRBs, the fee of Rs. 50/- will be refunded to the candidate’s source bank account. |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 33 / 36 Years (as on 01/01/2025) |
| Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Railway Recruitment rules. | |
Pay Scale & Post Details
| Posts | Junior Engineer (JE), DMS, and CMA |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Level-6 of 7th CPC (Initial Pay: Rs. 35,400/- + DA, HRA & Allowances) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,951 Posts |
| Job Location | All India (Respective RRB Zones) |
RRB JE Recruitment CEN 04/2026: Total 7,951 Posts
- A recognized University / Institute must have awarded the qualification: a Three years Diploma in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / IT Engineering OR a B.E. / B.Tech Degree in the relevant stream.
- An Engineering Diploma / Degree in any discipline is required, awarded by a recognized University / Institute.
- A recognized University must have awarded the Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc.). Physics and Chemistry are required subjects, with at least 45% marks.
RRB JE CBT-I Answer Key & Objection Schedule 2026
| S.N. | Activity Details | Scheduled Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viewing of Question Papers, Responses, and Keys & Raising of Objections | 11 November 2026 Onwards |
| 2 | Closing of Viewing of Question Papers, Objections Raising & Payment Window | 17 November 2026 at 23:59 Hrs |
| 3 | Fee for Raising Objection (Per Question) | Rs. 50/- + Bank Charges (Refundable if valid) |
How to Check RRB JE CBT-I Answer Key & Raise Objections 2026
- Open rrb.indianrailways.gov.in, the official website for Railway Recruitment Boards, or use your respective regional RRB portal.
- On the homepage, find the CEN No. 04/2026 link for CBT-I question papers, responses, keys and raising objections. Click this link.
- The candidate login portal will then open.
- Fill in your Registration Number, then your Password / Date of Birth (DD-MM-YYYY). Also enter the security captcha code.
- Select Login. Your question paper will appear with the correct answer options and your candidate responses.
- To challenge a question, option or key, choose the relevant question ID. Add valid documents/justification to support your challenge.
- For each challenged question, pay Rs. 50/- as the non-refundable objection fee. Use Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking for payment.
- Make sure your objections are submitted before the deadline of 17 November 2026 (23:59 hrs). Representations received after this date will not be accepted.
- For future reference, download your question paper, recorded responses and objection confirmation receipt. Keep a saved copy of each.
Important Links
- Official Website
- Check CBT-I Answer Key & Raise Objection Link
- Download Answer Key & Objection Notice PDF
Before Checking Answer Key
Before submitting a challenge, check the official website and verify the objection window, rules on fees and details of the question paper.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for RRB Junior Engineer JE CBT I Answer Key 2026?
CBT-I Exam Dates: 27, 28 October & 02 November 2026; Notice Issued Date: 10 November 2026; Answer Key & Objection Start Date: 11 November 2026; Last Date for Viewing & Objections: 17 November 2026 (at 23:59 Hrs).
How many posts are there in RRB Junior Engineer JE CBT I Answer Key 2026?
Total Vacancies: 7,951 Posts.
What is the age limit for RRB Junior Engineer JE CBT I Answer Key 2026?
Minimum Age: 18 Years; Maximum Age: 33 / 36 Years (as on 01/01/2025).
What is the official website for RRB Junior Engineer JE CBT I Answer Key 2026?
The official website is rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.