The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 on 15 July 2026 for candidates who appeared in the second-stage Computer Based Test (CBT 2) conducted under CEN 06/2025.
Along with the provisional answer key, candidates can also access their response sheet and question paper by logging into the official RRB portal using their registration credentials. Aspirants who find discrepancies in any answer can submit objections online by paying the prescribed fee within the notified objection window.
After reviewing all valid challenges, RRB will publish the final answer key, which will be used to prepare the CBT 2 result and shortlist candidates for the next stages, including the Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) or Typing Skill Test, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination for recruitment to 5,810 graduate-level NTPC posts across Indian Railways.
RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 (OUT) — Download, Objection & Score Calculation Guide |
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| Railway Recruitment Board — CEN 06/2025 | 5,810 Graduate Posts | CBT 2 Answer Key Released 15 July 2026 | |
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) — All Regional Boards |
| Notification Number | CEN 06/2025 (NTPC Graduate) |
| Post Names | Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor (CCTS), Junior Account Assistant cum Typist (JAA), Senior Clerk cum Typist |
| Total Vacancies | 5,810 Graduate Posts |
| CBT 1 Result & Cut-Off | Declared 11 June 2026 (Scorecard 12 June) — 87,317 shortlisted for CBT 2 |
| CBT 2 Exam Date | 10 July 2026 |
| CBT 2 Provisional Answer Key Released | 15 July 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Objection Window | Opens with the key — check exact closing date/time on your regional RRB portal (typically 5-7 days) |
| Objection Fee | ₹50/- per question (+ bank charges), refundable if accepted |
| Official Website | rrb.digialm.com + your regional RRB website |
RRB NTPC Graduate (CEN 06/2025) — Complete Timeline |
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How to Download RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Answer Key 2026
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How to Raise an Objection — Step by Step
Note: Fee is refunded only if your objection is accepted after expert review. Objections without valid proof are typically rejected, and RRB’s decision is final — no further correspondence is entertained once the window closes. |
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Marking Scheme & Score Calculation — CBT 2 |
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| Rule | Detail |
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | −0.33 (1/3rd) Mark |
| Unattempted | No Deduction |
| CBT 2 Total Marks | 120 Marks | 90 Minutes (120 Min for PwD with scribe) |
| Score Formula: Estimated Score = (Total Correct × 1) − (Total Incorrect × 0.33) Example: 95 correct + 12 wrong → (95 × 1) − (12 × 0.33) = 95 − 3.96 = 91.04 marks Note: Since CBT 2 was conducted across multiple shifts, RRB applies equipercentile normalization to your raw score — your final normalized marks (used for merit) may differ slightly from this raw calculation. |
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CBT 2 Exam Pattern — Recap |
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| Section | Questions |
| General Awareness | 50 Questions |
| Mathematics | 35 Questions |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 35 Questions |
| Total | 120 Questions | 120 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Note: Unlike CBT 1 (qualifying only), CBT 2 marks (after normalization) directly determine your final merit, subject to clearing the post-specific test, DV, and medical examination. | |
What Happens After the Answer Key
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Salary & Pay Level — NTPC Graduate Posts |
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| Post | Pay Level / Basic Pay |
| JAA cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Traffic Assistant, CCTS | Pay Level 5 — Basic ₹29,200 |
| Station Master, Goods Train Manager | Pay Level 6 — Basic ₹35,400 |
Important Links |
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| Download RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 | click here |
| Raise Objection Portal | click here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2 Answer Key 2026 out?
Ans. Yes, released on 15 July 2026 at 4:00 PM on rrb.digialm.com and all regional RRB websites.
Q2. How do I download it?
Ans. Log in at rrb.digialm.com (via your regional RRB site) using your Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Q3. What is the objection fee?
Ans. ₹50 per question, refundable only if the objection is accepted.
Q4. What is the marking scheme?
Ans. +1 for correct, −0.33 for wrong, 0 for unattempted.
Q5. When will the CBT 2 result be declared?
Ans. After the objection window closes and RRB finalizes the answer key — exact date will be announced on the official website.
Q6. What’s next after CBT 2?
Ans. A post-specific test (CBAT or Typing Skill Test), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.