Introduction
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to release the NTPC Answer Key 2026 for Graduate Level posts under CEN 06/2025. This important document will help candidates assess their performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT 1).
Expected Release Date
The answer key is anticipated to be made available between March 31 and April 3, 2026. Candidates should stay updated through official channels for the exact release date.
How to Download the Answer Key and Response Sheets
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Navigate to the 'Answer Key' section for NTPC 2026.
- Click on the relevant link to download the answer key and response sheet.
- Save the documents for further reference and calculation.
Marking Scheme and Scoring
The official marking scheme for CBT 1 is as follows:
- +1 mark for each correct answer.
- -0.33 marks for each incorrect answer.
- 0 marks for unattempted questions.
Calculating Raw Marks
Candidates can use the downloaded response sheets and the official marking scheme to calculate their raw scores for the exam.
Raising Objections
Within the given window after the answer key release, candidates can raise objections if they find discrepancies or errors in the answer key. Instructions for submitting objections will be available on the official portal.



