The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the provisional RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026 on 10 July 2026 for the Computer Based Test-2 held on 2 July 2026 under CEN 05/2025 for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA). Candidates who appeared in the exam can log in on their respective regional RRB website to download the answer key, response sheet, and question paper, and raise objections till 17 July 2026 (11:50 PM).
RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advertisement No. | CEN 05/2025 |
| Post Names | Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,585 |
| CBT-2 Exam Date | 2 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Objection Window | 10 July 2026, 9:00 PM to 17 July 2026, 11:50 PM |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question + applicable bank charges |
| Total Questions / Marks | 150 Questions / 150 Marks |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Official Website | Respective regional RRB website (login portal: rrb.digialm.com) |
RRB JE Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RRB JE CBT-2 Exam | 2 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 10 July 2026 |
| Response Sheet Available | 10 July 2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 10 July 2026, 9:00 PM |
| Objection Window Closes | 17 July 2026, 11:50 PM |
RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026 Download Link
RRB has activated the login portal for candidates to download the CBT-2 provisional answer key along with the individual response sheet. Candidates must use the direct link below and log in with their own credentials, since the answer key is not available as a common public PDF.
RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026 – Login and Download
How to Download RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key & Response Sheet
- Visit the official login portal of the respective regional RRB (link given above).
- Look for the link related to CEN 05/2025 (JE/DMS/CMA) CBT-2 Responses & Objection Tracker.
- Enter your Registration Number, Password (or Date of Birth), and Captcha Code.
- Log in to view your provisional answer key and response sheet on screen.
- Download and save the PDF, and keep a printout for future reference.
- Compare your response sheet with the answer key to estimate your score.
Credentials Required to Download the Answer Key
- Registration Number
- Password or Date of Birth
- Captcha Code
RRB JE CBT-2 Response Sheet 2026
Along with the provisional answer key, RRB also releases an individual response sheet for every candidate. The response sheet shows the exact option selected by the candidate for each question during the exam, which can be compared against the official answer key to calculate a tentative score before the result is declared.
Details Mentioned on the RRB JE Response Sheet
- Candidate's Name
- Registration Number / Roll Number
- Exam Date and Shift
- Name of the RRB Zone
- Question ID for each question
- Options provided for each question
- Candidate's selected response
- Official correct answer as per the provisional key
- Status of each question (Correct / Incorrect / Unattempted)
- Section-wise question details
RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key: How to Raise Objections
Candidates who find a discrepancy in the provisional answer key can challenge it during the objection window using the same login portal.
- Visit the regional RRB login portal and sign in with your Registration Number and Password.
- Click the "Raise Objection" option next to the specific question you wish to challenge.
- Select the objection type and upload supporting documents or proof for your claim.
- Pay the applicable objection fee for each question you challenge.
- Complete the payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.
RRB JE Objection Fee 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question + applicable bank service charges |
| Refund Policy | Refunded if the objection is found valid after verification, minus applicable deductions |
| Payment Modes | Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking |
| Objection Window | 10 July 2026 (9:00 PM) to 17 July 2026 (11:50 PM) |
RRB JE CBT-2 Marking Scheme 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 1 mark |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
How to Calculate Your Expected CBT-2 Score
- Download the official RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026.
- Compare each of your responses with the correct answer shown in the key.
- Award 1 mark for every correct answer.
- Deduct 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer.
- Add up the marks to arrive at your total probable score.
Formula: Expected Score = Correct Answers - (Wrong Answers × 1/3)
For example, if a candidate has 120 correct answers and 15 wrong answers:
Expected Score = 120 - (15 × 1/3) = 115 marks
Importance of the RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key
- Helps candidates calculate their expected score before the official result.
- Improves transparency in the recruitment and selection process.
- Allows candidates to raise objections if any discrepancy is found in the key.
- Gives candidates an early sense of cut-off trends and their relative performance.
What Happens After the RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key?
Once the objection window closes on 17 July 2026, the Railway Recruitment Board will follow this process:
- RRB will review all objections raised by candidates.
- Objections found valid will be accepted and the answer key will be revised accordingly.
- A final answer key will be released on the official website. The exact date for this is not mentioned in the official notification.
- The RRB JE CBT-2 result will be declared based on the final answer key. The result date is not mentioned in the official notification.
Important Links
- RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key 2026 – Login & Download
- Raise Objection Against RRB JE CBT-2 Answer Key
- Answer Key Notice
Candidates should always cross-check these links with their respective regional RRB's official website, since the login portal may vary slightly by zone.
