The answer keys for the RRB Group D 2025-26 exam are out, and candidates from the Secunderabad Zone are eagerly calculating their scores. With 1,642 vacancies in this zone and nearly 9.5 lakh applicants, the competition is intense.

RRB Group D 2026: Secunderabad Zone Expected Cut-Off & Analysis
RRB Group D 2026: Secunderabad Zone Expected Cut-Off & Analysis


​In this article, we break down the expected safe scores and category-wise competition to help you decide if you should start preparing for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Secunderabad Zone: Competition at a Glance

​The Secunderabad zone remains one of the most discussed regions due to its moderate-to-high competition ratio.

Category

Vacancies

Total Applications

UR

710

80,766

OBC

415

4,76,128

SC

235

2,57,848

ST

144

1,02,268

EWS

136

44,687

Total

1,642

9,69,700 approx.

Expected Cut-Off (Safe Raw Scores)

​Based on recent rank data and previous year trends, here are the predicted raw scores required to qualify for the PET. If your score falls within these brackets, you should ideally begin your physical training.

  • General (UR): 64 – 67 Marks
  • OBC: 60 – 63 Marks
  • EWS: 58 – 61 Marks
  • SC: 52 – 55 Marks
  • ST: 45 – 49 Marks

Score Distribution Insights

​Data analysis from thousands of candidates shows that very few students have crossed the 80-mark barrier. The majority of the "crowd" is concentrated between 55 and 65 marks. This means even a 1-mark difference after normalization could significantly shift your rank.

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What Should You Do Next?

  1. Check Normalized Score: Use a rank predictor tool to see where you stand after shift-wise normalization.
  2. Start PET Training: Don't wait for the final result. The physical test requires stamina that takes weeks to build.
  3. Keep Documents Ready: Ensure your category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS, etc.) are updated and valid.

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