1. Introduction

For most candidates, the exam does not truly end on the last day of the paper. It ends only when clarity arrives. The release of the RSSB 4th Class (Group D) Final Answer Key 2026 is that moment of clarity-especially for a recruitment of this scale, where more than 53,000 posts are at stake.

After months of preparation, a high-pressure exam in September 2025, and weeks of uncertainty, aspirants finally get an official reference point. This phase is not about rumours, coaching-centre PDFs, or social media claims. It is about understanding where you realistically stand and what comes next.

2. Answer Key Overview

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB) has released the Final Answer Key for the 4th Class (Group D) examination conducted on 19, 20, and 21 September 2025.

Key points candidates must clearly understand:

  • This is the final answer key, released after examining objections raised against the provisional key (October 2025).
  • No further challenges or corrections are permitted.
  • The result and merit list were already declared on 16 January 2026, and this final key serves as the definitive reference for score calculation.

The answer key is available only through the official RSSB website. Any version circulating outside this source should be ignored.

3. How to Check and Use the Answer Key Properly

Many candidates rush through this step and later regret it. The right approach is slow, methodical, and factual.

Correct way to use the final answer key:

  1. Download the official PDF from the RSSB website.
  2. Match the question paper set/shift carefully.
  3. Compare each response with your recorded answers or response sheet.
  4. Mark answers as correct, incorrect, or unattempted-do not rely on memory alone.

Common mistakes to avoid:

  • Checking answers in a hurry or emotionally.
  • Mixing answers from different shifts.
  • Trusting YouTube explanations over the official key.
  • Recalculating scores multiple times to “feel better.”

The final answer key is not for emotional reassurance. It is for factual assessment.

4. How to Calculate Expected Score

RSSB has followed a simple but strict marking scheme, and candidates must apply it honestly.

Marking Scheme:

  • Correct answer: +1 mark
  • Wrong answer: -1/3 mark
  • Unattempted question: 0 mark

Score formula:


Expected Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 1)
- (Number of Wrong Answers × 1/3)

Two important realities:

  • Even a small number of incorrect guesses can significantly reduce your score.
  • Your raw score is not the final outcome. Normalisation, category-wise cut-offs, and merit position all matter.

5. Cut-Off Expectations (Reality Check)

This is where most anxiety-and misinformation-spreads.

What affects the cut-off:

  • Total vacancies (53,749, which is high but also attracted massive competition)
  • Difficulty level across shifts
  • Category-wise reservation
  • Overall performance of candidates

What candidates should not do:

  • Assume selection just because your score feels “decent”.
  • Panic because someone else claims a higher score online.
  • Believe precise cut-off numbers circulating on social media.

Until the merit list is reviewed carefully, any cut-off discussion remains indicative, not decisive.

6. Objection Process - Who Should Raise It & Who Shouldn’t

This point is critical and must be stated clearly.

  • Objection window is closed.
  • Objections were allowed only on the provisional answer key in October 2025.
  • The final answer key cannot be challenged under any circumstances.

Candidates still searching for objection links are wasting time and emotional energy. At this stage, focus must shift from correction to acceptance and planning.

7. What to Do After the Answer Key

If your score is comfortably high:

  • Cross-check your name and details in the merit list.
  • Keep documents ready for verification.
  • Monitor official notices for appointment-related updates.

If your score is borderline:

  • Wait for category-wise merit clarification.
  • Avoid impulsive conclusions.
  • Prepare mentally for both outcomes and keep alternative options active.

If your score is low:

  • Acknowledge the result without self-blame.
  • Analyse where preparation fell short-speed, accuracy, or syllabus gaps.
  • Use this experience strategically for upcoming Group D or similar exams.

A single exam does not define your capability. Your response to it does.

8. Timeline Ahead - What Comes Next

As per available information:

  • Final Answer Key: Released on 21 January 2026
  • Result & Merit List: Declared on 16 January 2026
  • Next stage: Document verification and appointment process (exact schedule not available yet)

Candidates should track only updates published on the official RSSB website.

9. Pros & Cons of the Answer Key Phase

Pros:

  • Transparency in evaluation
  • Reduced scope for ambiguity
  • Confidence in the final result

Cons:

  • Emotional stress during score comparison
  • Overthinking and unnecessary self-doubt
  • Obsession with unofficial cut-off predictions

The answer key is a tool, not a verdict on your worth.

10. Candidate Checklist

  • Downloaded and saved the final answer key PDF
  • Verified answers using correct shift/set
  • Calculated score accurately with negative marking
  • Checked merit list status
  • Organised documents for next stages
  • Stopped engaging with rumours and speculation

11. Conclusion

The release of the RSSB 4th Class (Group D) Final Answer Key 2026 marks the end of uncertainty and the beginning of acceptance. Whether the outcome aligns with your expectations or not, this phase demands maturity.

Candidates who move forward calmly, with clarity and discipline, always outperform those who remain stuck in regret or comparison. Exams are checkpoints-not dead ends.

12. FAQs

Q1. Is this answer key final or provisional?
This is the final answer key. No further changes will be made.

Q2. Can I still raise objections?
No. The objection window closed after the provisional key in October 2025.

Q3. Should I recalculate my score multiple times?
No. Calculate once, carefully, and accept the result.

Q4. Where should I check future updates?
Only on the official RSSB website: rssb.rajasthan.gov.in

Q5. Does a lower score mean the end of opportunities?
No. It means a recalibration of strategy-not the end of your journey.