At a Glance
- Application Start Date
- 27 October 2025
- Application Last Date
- 27 November 2025
- Exam Start Date
- 16 March 2026
Quick Summary
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the Answer Key for NTPC Graduate Level CEN 06/2025. Candidates who appeared in the exam from 16-27 March 2026 can now download their response sheet and raise objections at indianrailways.gov.in.
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is a government body under the Ministry of Railways responsible for recruiting Group C and Group D staff for the Indian Railways. Its official recruitment portal is rrbapply.gov.in.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Overview
Railway RRB NTPC Graduate Level (CEN 06/2025) 2026 answer key has been released by Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for 5810 vacancies across various non-technical popular categories. The examination was conducted from 16 March 2026 to 27 March 2026. Candidates can download their response sheets starting 06 April 2026 at indianrailways.gov.in. The minimum qualification for these posts is a Bachelor Degree in any stream. The application fee was ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/Female candidates.
| Row | Notes |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advt. No. / Notif. No. | CEN 06/2025 |
| Post Name(s) | NTPC Graduate Level (Various Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 5,810 |
| Answer Key Status | Available (Released on 06/04/2026) |
| Exam Date | 16 – 27 March 2026 |
| Official Portal | indianrailways.gov.in |
Source: Official RRB NTPC Graduate Level Notification (Advt. No. CEN 06/2025), RRB, 06 April 2026. Download Notice PDF
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 27 October 2025 | Completed |
| Application Last Date | 27 November 2025 | Completed |
| Application Status Release | 20 January 2026 | Released |
| CBT 1 Exam Date | 16 – 27 March 2026 | Completed |
| Answer Key Release Date | 06 April 2026 | Active |
| Result Date | To be Announced | Upcoming |
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Post Category | Total Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NTPC Graduate Level Posts (CEN 06/2025) | 5,810 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee was structure as follows, with provision for refunds after appearing in the Stage I examination.
| Category | Application Fee | Refund Amount (After CBT 1) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / PH (Divyang) | ₹250 | ₹250 |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹250 | ₹250 |
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026
The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 years | 33 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 36 years |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 38 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Railway Recruitment Board rules.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
How to Download RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 Answer Key – Step by Step
- Visit Official Site: Go to the official regional RRB website or rrbapply.gov.in.
- Login: Click on the link "CEN 06/2025 Answer Key / Objection Tracker" and enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Access Key: Click on the 'Candidate Response' or 'Answer Key' tab in the dashboard.
- Verify Answers: Check your marked responses against the correct answers provided by the board.
- Raise Objections: If you find any discrepancy, use the 'Objection Tracker' to submit your challenge with valid proof before the deadline.
Link Active from: 06 April 2026
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The CBT 1 examination consisted of 100 questions covering General Awareness (40), Mathematics (30), and General Intelligence & Reasoning (30). The duration of the exam was 90 minutes. There was a negative marking of 1/3rd for every wrong answer.
RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Resource Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Notice PDF |
| Download Full Notification | CEN 06/2025 PDF |
| Official Portal | rrbapply.gov.in |