As of now, the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has not released the Railway Group D 2026 merit list. Candidates who appeared in the exam are continuing to monitor the official RRB regional websites, where all result-related notices are first published. In previous recruitment cycles, merit lists have been released only after the final answer key and normalization process are completed, so a waiting period of several weeks after the exam is standard.
For students, this phase often involves repeated checks of result portals, refreshing notification pages, and watching for official press releases. Until an announcement is issued by RRB, no merit list is considered final or valid.
When is the Railway Group D 2026 merit list expected?
The merit list is usually released a few weeks after the final answer key and normalization process are completed. RRB has not announced any official date or window for the 2026 merit list yet. Based on past recruitment cycles, the sequence typically follows this order: exam → provisional answer key → objections → final answer key → result → merit list → document verification.
Students should understand that timelines can differ across RRB zones, and all updates are issued zone-wise on the respective official websites.
What has the Railway Recruitment Board said so far?
RRB has not issued any formal notice regarding the Railway Group D 2026 merit list at this stage. No official circular, result notice, or press release confirming the merit list schedule is currently available on the RRB portal.
Whenever RRB releases an update, it is published through:
- The central RRB website
- Individual regional RRB websites
- Official exam notifications in PDF format
Candidates are advised not to rely on third-party claims or social media posts, as only RRB-issued documents carry legal and recruitment validity.
How to check the Railway Group D 2026 merit list
Candidates can check their merit list once it is officially released by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB website or your regional RRB portal.
- Look for the “CEN Group D 2026” or “Recruitment Notification” section.
- Click on the link related to “Merit List” or “Result/Shortlisted Candidates.”
- Download the PDF file provided.
- Search for your roll number or registration number using the find option.
- Save the document for future reference during document verification.
Only PDFs hosted on official RRB domains should be considered authentic.
What cut-off can candidates expect for Railway Group D 2026?
The official cut-off marks for Railway Group D 2026 will be released along with or after the merit list. However, based on previous recruitment patterns, cut-offs depend on:
- Number of vacancies notified
- Total candidates appeared
- Difficulty level of the paper
- Category-wise reservation norms
- Zone-wise vacancy distribution
As a general estimate, candidates can expect cut-offs to remain competitive, especially in high-demand zones and categories such as UR and OBC. These are not official figures and should only be treated as a reference, not a confirmation.
What happens after the Railway Group D merit list is released?
Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the merit list are shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment process, which is typically document verification (DV) and medical examination.
During this stage:
- Original documents related to education, caste, income, and age are verified.
- Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards for railway service.
- Final appointment depends on successful verification and medical fitness.
Those not listed in the merit list are not eligible to proceed further in the current recruitment cycle.
Student FAQs on Railway Group D 2026 Merit List
1. Is the Railway Group D 2026 merit list out?
No. As of now, RRB has not released the merit list for the 2026 recruitment cycle.
2. Will the merit list be released zone-wise or centrally?
The merit list is usually released zone-wise on individual RRB regional websites.
3. Can I check my result using name instead of roll number?
No. Merit lists are published in PDF format and can only be searched using roll number or registration number.
4. What if my roll number is not in the merit list?
If your roll number is not listed, you will not be considered for the next stage of this recruitment cycle.
5. Will there be a waiting list after the merit list?
RRB sometimes releases a waiting list depending on vacancy requirements, but this is decided by the board and notified officially.
6. Is the merit list the final selection list?
No. The merit list only shortlists candidates for document verification and medical tests. Final appointment depends on successful completion of these stages.