RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026 Released: Download CBT-1 Response Sheet Now

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the NTPC Graduate Level CBT-1 Answer Key 2026 on its website.

Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their response sheet and estimate their scores.

Exam Conducted in March 2026

The RRB NTPC CBT-1 exam was conducted between March 16 and March 27, 2026, for thousands of candidates across India.

This recruitment drive is being conducted for a total of 5810 posts under Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC).

How to Check RRB NTPC Answer Key

Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official RRB website
2. Click on “Answer Key / Objection Tracker”
3. Select RRB NTPC CBT-1 Answer Key 2026
4. Login using Registration Number and Date of Birth
5. View and download response sheet

The answer key helps candidates compare their answers and estimate marks.

Raise Objections if Needed

Candidates who find discrepancies in the answer key can raise objections within the specified time window.

This ensures transparency and allows corrections before final results are declared.

Important Dates Overview

• Application Start: October 21, 2025
• Last Date to Apply: November 27, 2025
• CBT-1 Exam: March 16–27, 2026
• Answer Key Release: April 6, 2026
• Result Date: To be announced

Vacancy Details

• Total Posts: 5810

Major posts include:

• Goods Train Manager
• Station Master
• Junior Accounts Assistant
• Senior Clerk
• Traffic Assistant

All posts require a graduation degree from a recognised university.

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

1. CBT-1 (Stage 1)
2. CBT-2 (Stage 2)
3. Skill / Typing / Aptitude Test
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Why Answer Key Is Important

The answer key allows candidates to:

• Calculate expected scores
• Identify mistakes
• Prepare for next stage
• Raise objections if required

What Happens Next

After reviewing objections, RRB will release the final answer key and result. Candidates who qualify CBT-1 will move to the next stage of selection.