RRB Kolkata Group D PET Normalised Cut Off 2026 (CEN 08/2024): Category-Wise Marks, Meaning & Next Steps
The Railway Recruitment Board, Kolkata has released the normalised cut off marks for candidates shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) under CEN 08/2024, the recruitment drive for various Level 1 posts on the 7th CPC pay matrix. If you appeared for the RRB Kolkata Group D Computer-Based Test and want to know exactly where you stand, this guide breaks down the official cut off, what "normalised marks" actually means, and the steps you need to take next.
Official RRB Kolkata notice, dated 1 July 2026
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On 1 July 2026, the Railway Recruitment Board – Kolkata, operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, published the category-wise normalised cut off marks for candidates who have been provisionally shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test under CEN 08/2024, covering various posts in Level 1 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. This announcement follows the release of the CEN 08/2024 Group D CBT result and scorecards, which began rolling out zone-wise from 1 July 2026 across all Railway Recruitment Boards[1].
These marks are the minimum normalised score a candidate needed to score, category-wise, to be shortlisted for the PET stage — the second stage of the RRB Group D selection process after the CBT.
RRB Kolkata Normalised PET Cut Off Marks 2026 (Category-Wise)
Below is the official category-wise normalised cut off released by RRB Kolkata for candidates shortlisted for PET under CEN 08/2024:
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normalised Cut Off Marks | 80.22615 | 73.57685 | 63.27346 | 76.97864 | 72.02378 |
Source: Official RRB Kolkata notice dated 1 July 2026. Marks are normalised scores, not raw marks out of total questions.
What Does "Normalised Cut Off" Mean?
Since the RRB Group D CBT for CEN 08/2024 was conducted across multiple shifts between 27 November 2025 and 10 February 2026[2], no two shifts had exactly the same difficulty level. To ensure fairness, RRB does not use raw marks for the merit list — instead, it converts every candidate's raw score into a percentile-based normalised score using the shift with the highest average performance (called the "Base Shift") as the reference point[2].
- Raw marks are the marks you actually scored out of the total questions attempted correctly.
- Normalised marks adjust your raw score up or down depending on how tough your particular shift was compared to the Base Shift.
- Your final normalised mark is what gets compared against the category-wise cut off shown in the table above.
In short, two candidates with identical raw scores in different shifts can end up with different normalised marks — which is exactly why RRB Kolkata's official PDF lists normalised figures and not plain percentages.
CEN 08/2024 Group D: Vacancies & Selection Snapshot
CEN 08/2024 was floated to recruit candidates for 32,438 Level 1 vacancies across posts such as Track Maintainer, Pointsman, Assistant Loco Shed, Assistant Operations, Helper/Assistant and Assistant TL & AC[3]. Over 1.08 crore candidates registered nationally, with roughly 60–65 lakh appearing for the CBT[2]. As per selection rules, RRBs shortlist candidates for PET at up to three times the category-wise vacancies in each zone[2], which is why the PET-qualified list is far larger than the final number of posts.
📋 Selection Stages
CBT → PET (qualifying only) → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Merit List
🏃 PET Nature
Qualifying in nature — PET marks are not added to the final merit list, but you must clear the running and physical tasks within the time limit.
🚫 PET Exemptions
PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (ExSM), and Course Completed Act Apprentice (CCAA) candidates are exempted from appearing in PET[4].
🗓️ Expected PET Window
Physical tests for this cycle are broadly expected in August 2026, though the exact schedule and call letters will be issued zone-wise[5].
What To Do If You Are Shortlisted for PET
- Download and safely save your scorecard from the official RRB login portal — you'll need it during Document Verification.
- Start PET-specific physical training immediately. Running distance and time standards differ for male and female candidates, so check the exact norms in your CEN notification.
- Keep your documents ready — educational certificates, category certificate, ID proof, and photographs — since DV typically follows soon after PET.
- Watch for the official PET call letter on your zone's RRC website; it will carry the exact date, venue, and reporting time.
- Do not rely on unofficial cut off screenshots circulating on social media — always cross-check figures against the PDF hosted on the official RRB Kolkata website.
How to Check Your Result on the Official RRB Kolkata Website
- Visit the official RRB Kolkata website: rrbkolkata.gov.in.
- Look for the notice titled "CEN-RRB-08/2024 (Pay Level-1 Posts): CBT Result & PET Cut Off".
- Open the PDF and use Ctrl+F (or your mobile's in-page search) to look up your roll number.
- Cross-check your normalised marks against the category-wise cut off shared in this article.
- Download and save the PDF for your records — you may need to refer to it at later stages.
You can also track consolidated railway recruitment updates on the unified portal rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RRB Kolkata normalised PET cut off for CEN 08/2024?
As per the official notice dated 1 July 2026, the normalised cut off marks are: UR – 80.22615, SC – 73.57685, ST – 63.27346, OBC – 76.97864, and EWS – 72.02378.
Are normalised marks the same as raw marks?
No. Normalised marks adjust your raw CBT score based on the difficulty of the specific shift you appeared in, compared against the toughest-scoring "Base Shift," so that candidates across all shifts are compared fairly.
Is PET qualifying in nature or does it carry marks?
PET is purely qualifying in nature for RRB Group D. Marks scored in PET are not added to the final merit list; candidates only need to clear the prescribed physical standards within the time limit.
Who is exempted from appearing in the RRB Group D PET?
Candidates belonging to PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (ExSM), and Course Completed Act Apprentice (CCAA) categories are exempted from appearing in the Physical Efficiency Test.
Where can I officially check my RRB Kolkata Group D result?
You can check your result and normalised cut off marks on the official RRB Kolkata website, rrbkolkata.gov.in, or on the unified railway recruitment portal rrb.indianrailways.gov.in.
What happens after clearing the RRB Group D PET?
Candidates who clear PET move on to Document Verification, followed by a Medical Examination. The final merit list and appointment letters are issued after successful completion of all these stages.
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Disclaimer: The information in this article is compiled for general guidance from the official notice released by Railway Recruitment Board – Kolkata and other publicly available railway recruitment sources. MyTestSeries.in is not affiliated with the Ministry of Railways or any RRB/RRC. Cut off marks, dates and rules are subject to change; candidates must always verify the latest figures on rrbkolkata.gov.in before making decisions.
References: [1] RRB Group D Result & Cut-Off tracker, rank.qmaths.in. [2] RRB Group D Result & Marks 2026, careerpower.in. [3] RRB Group D Result 2026, testbook.com. [4] RRB Group D Result 2026, adda247.com. [5] RRB Group D Result 2026, testbook.com news section.
