Candidates who appeared for the RRB NTPC 2026 Graduate Level CBT 1 Exam can download their Answer Key and Response Sheet from the official website. The RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 has been released today, 6th April 2026, and the objection window has been opened for challenges. Aspirants can access their answer key using their Registration Number and Password.
RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 Out
The NTPC Graduate Answer Key contains the official answers to the questions asked in the CBT 1 exam held from 16 to 27 March 2026. The answer key portal will remain active until 12 April 2026 (11:55 PM). During this period, 6 to 12 April 2026, candidates can log in to view and download their answer key, response sheet, and question paper, as well as submit objections if required. Make sure to cross-check your responses carefully with the RRB NTPC response sheet to avoid any miscalculation of marks.
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RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 Direct Link (Official)
Here is the direct link through which candidates can download the answer key using their registration credentials. Candidates are advised to download the answer key before the deadline (12th April 2026) to avoid any last-minute issues.
Detailed Steps to Download the Railway NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026
- Go to www.rrbcdg.gov.in or any other RRB official website from which you have applied.
- Now, on the homepage, under the latest updates section, click on “CEN 06/2025 (NTPC-Graduate) – Tentative CBT 1 Level Answer Key & Response Sheet”.
- You will be redirected to the login.
- Enter the registration number, password, and captcha code.
- Click on the Submit/Login button.
- After successful login, you can view your NTPC Graduate Answer Key, Response Sheet, Question Paper.
- In the same way you can raise objection against the answer key.
RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026 Official Notice
What You Actually Get in the RRB NTPC Official Answer Key?
When you log in, you will see the following options:
- Your question paper (same as exam day)
- Your marked responses
- The official correct answers
- The link to raise objections
Other Details Mentioned on the Answer Key
- Your Name
- Organisation Name
- Your Reg. Number and Roll Number
- Exam Date and Shift Timing
RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key Objection 2026
The Railway Recruitment Board has opened the window to raise objection against the answer key. If you are 100% sure the official answer is wrong and have authentic proof, then you can raise objection by paying a minimal fee of Rs. 50 for each question that you are challenging.
Steps to Challenge the Official Answer Key
- Use the same steps to download the answer key (as mentioned above).
- Click on the “Objection/Challenge Tracker” link.
- Now, from the question paper, select the question number and answer key that you want to raise objection against.
- Upload the required documents and reasons of your objection.
- Pay the objection fee through debit/credit card, UPI, Or Net Banking.
What After downloading the Railway NTPC Answer Key?
After downloading the answer key and response sheet, candidates must calculate their marks by using the standard marking scheme (given below). Follow the official answer key for calculation, but if you find any discrepancy, then immediately raise objection through the same link shared above.
If your estimated score lies in the range of 75 to 90, then you are save and must start preparing for CBT 2 Stage. The CBT 1 results will be announced in May-June 2026.
RRB NTPC Marks Calculation
The RRB NTPC Score calculator gives you a quick estimate using the official marking scheme. To calculate your marks using the answer key, follow this official marking scheme for CBT 1:
- +1 for correct answer
- -0.25 for wrong answer
- No negative marking of unanswered questions
Use the formula to arrive at total marks: Correct Answers × 1- (Wrong Answers × 0.33)
Important Tip: Combine the ntpc score calculator and rank predictor for better clarity.
What next step after NTPC Answer Key release?
After the release of the answer key by RRB, the following stages take place in sequence:
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| Objection Window |
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key (if required)
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| CBT 1 Result |
CBT 1 Result will be declared in May-June 2026.
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| CBT 2 Exam |
Shortlisted candidates appear for the post-specific second-stage CBT.
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| CBAT/CBTST |
TST or CBAT will be conducted
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| Document Verification |
Qualified candidates are called for document verification.
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| Medical Examination |
Conducted as per railway medical standards.
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