Candidates who appeared for the RRB NTPC 2026 Graduate Level CBT 1 Exam can download the Answer Key and Response Sheet from the official website. The RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 has been released, and the objection window is now open for raising challenges. Candidates can access their answer key by logging in with their Registration Number and Password.
RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 Out
The official NTPC Graduate Answer Key includes correct responses to all questions from the CBT 1 exam conducted between 16 and 27 March 2026. The portal for accessing the answer key will be active until 12 April 2026 (11:55 PM).
From 6 to 12 April 2026, candidates can log in to download their answer key, response sheet, and question paper, and also submit objections if required. It is important to thoroughly compare responses with the RRB NTPC response sheet to ensure accurate score estimation.
NTPC Graduate CBT 1 Answer Key- Highlights
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RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2026 Direct Link (Official)
The direct link to download the answer key using registration credentials is provided below. Candidates should ensure they access and download the answer key before the deadline of 12 April 2026 to prevent any last-minute inconvenience.
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 activated the objection window for the answer key. Candidates who are confident that any official answer is incorrect and possess valid supporting evidence can submit objections by paying a fee of ₹50 per question challenged.
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 should calculate their scores using the prescribed marking scheme (provided below). The calculation must be based on the official answer key. In case of any discrepancy, objections should be submitted promptly through the same link mentioned above.
Candidates scoring in the range of 75 to 90 are considered to be in a safe zone and should begin preparation for the CBT 2 stage. The CBT 1 result is expected to be announced between May and 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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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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