The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the availability of the RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT II answer key and response sheet for candidates who appeared in the examination under Centralised Employment Notice CEN 07/2025.
The CBT II examination for the NTPC Undergraduate recruitment was conducted on September 17, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination can use the designated RRB portal to view the questions presented to them during the examination, their recorded responses and the provisional answer key.
According to the schedule provided for the answer key process, the facility to view the questions, responses and answer key will become available from September 24, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Candidates will also be able to raise objections against questions, options or answer keys during the specified objection period.
The objection window is scheduled to remain open until September 30, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Candidates who believe that an answer key contains an error should review the relevant question and supporting information before submitting an objection.
RRB NTPC UG Answer Key 2026 Important Dates
The CBT II examination was conducted on September 17, 2026.
The answer key and response sheet facility is scheduled to open on September 24, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
The objection facility is scheduled to open on September 24, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
The last date and time for submitting objections is September 30, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
Candidates should complete the objection process within the prescribed deadline. Once the objection window closes, candidates may not be able to submit further challenges through the online facility.
How to Check RRB NTPC UG Answer Key 2026
Candidates can access the answer key and response sheet through the designated RRB portal. They will need to use the login credentials required by the portal to access their examination information.
After logging in, candidates should carefully check the questions displayed on the screen along with their recorded responses and the provisional answer key.
Candidates should make sure that the details displayed on the portal correspond to the examination they appeared for. They should also save or download the relevant information for their personal records where the portal provides that facility.
Candidates can use the response sheet and provisional answer key to compare the answers they selected during the examination with the answers provided by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
Objection Window for RRB NTPC UG Answer Key
The answer key released during this stage is subject to objections. Candidates who identify a possible error in a question, answer option or answer key can use the online objection facility during the specified period.
The objection process is important because candidates have an opportunity to bring potential discrepancies to the attention of the examination authority.
Candidates should carefully read the instructions displayed on the official objection portal before submitting a challenge. They should provide the required information and supporting details wherever requested.
It is advisable to submit objections well before the deadline rather than waiting until the final hours. Candidates should also retain the acknowledgement or confirmation generated after successfully submitting an objection.
Candidates should note that the final decision regarding objections will be taken by the Railway Recruitment Boards according to the applicable examination rules.
RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026
CEN 07/2025 relates to recruitment for various Non Technical Popular Categories Undergraduate posts in Indian Railways. The recruitment notification covers 3,058 vacancies for undergraduate level posts.
The recruitment includes posts such as Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist and Trains Clerk. The prescribed educational qualification for the undergraduate level posts is based on Class 12 qualification, subject to the specific requirements mentioned for individual posts.
The recruitment process includes multiple stages. Candidates should refer to the official CEN 07/2025 notification for the complete selection procedure, eligibility conditions and other recruitment requirements.
The official notification confirms that the recruitment is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards for various NTPC Undergraduate posts.
RRB NTPC UG Eligibility
Candidates applying for the undergraduate level NTPC posts are required to meet the educational and age conditions specified in the recruitment notification.
The recruitment notification specifies an age range of 18 to 30 years for the relevant undergraduate posts, with the applicable reference date and age relaxation provisions given in the official notification.
Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories may receive age relaxation according to the rules applicable to the recruitment. Applicants should check the official CEN 07/2025 notification for the exact category wise conditions.
What Candidates Should Do After Checking the Answer Key
Candidates should first compare their recorded responses with the provisional answer key. This will allow them to identify possible errors and understand their expected performance.
If a candidate finds an answer that appears incorrect, the candidate can consider submitting an objection through the official online facility before the deadline.
Candidates should ensure that objections are submitted correctly and within the specified time. They should also check whether any prescribed objection fee or supporting document is required by the portal before completing the process.
Candidates should not rely on answer keys circulated through unofficial websites or social media platforms when submitting objections. The official RRB portal and regional RRB websites should be treated as the primary sources for examination related information.
What Happens After the Objection Process
After the objection window closes, the Railway Recruitment Boards will examine the challenges submitted by candidates according to the applicable procedure.
The final answer key and subsequent recruitment updates will be issued by the RRBs through official channels. Candidates should continue checking the official RRB websites for information about the next stage of the recruitment process.
The answer key and response sheet are particularly important because they allow candidates to review their performance before the subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
Candidates should keep their registration details, examination information and other relevant documents safely available until the recruitment process is completed.
Important Advice for Candidates
Candidates should check the answer key only through the official RRB portal or the relevant regional RRB website. They should carefully verify their recorded responses before submitting any challenge.
The objection deadline is September 30, 2026, at 11:55 PM according to the schedule provided in the notification. Candidates should therefore avoid waiting until the last moment to complete the process.
The Railway Recruitment Board has previously used a similar online system for candidates to view questions, recorded responses and provisional keys and submit objections within a specified period.
For the latest information about CEN 07/2025, candidates should continue to follow official RRB announcements.