RRB NTPC Answer Key 2025 Released: Full Details

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All you need to know about RRB NTPC Answer Key 2025 Released: download steps, objection process, exam key dates, scoring method, upcoming result timeline. A complete guide for UG CBT-1 exam candidates.

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Introduction

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RRB NTPC Undergraduate (UG) CBT-1 provisional answer key on 15 September 2025. The exam took place from 7 August to 9 September 2025. This answer key helps candidates check their responses, estimate scores, and prepare for the next stage.

Key Highlights

The RRB NTPC UG exam (CBT-1) was held in multiple shifts from 7 August to 9 September 2025. (Testbook)
Provisional answer key and response sheets were made available on 15 September 2025 from 4:00 PM IST.
Objection period is open until 20 September 2025, 11:55 PM, during which candidates can challenge incorrect answers. (Testbook)

What the Answer Key Includes

Provisional correct answers for all questions of your exam shift.
Your response sheet, showing which option you marked per question. (Moneycontrol)
The question paper PDF for that shift—helps you verify any ambiguity.

How to Download & Use the Key

Visit the official portal rrb.digialm.com or regional RRB websites.
Log in using Registration Number and Date of Birth.
Find the “RRB NTPC UG Tentative CBT-1 Answer Key & Response Sheet” link.
Download your response sheet, question paper, and answer key PDF. (Jagranjosh.com)

To estimate your score:

+1 mark per correct answer
−⅓ mark per wrong answer
No negative for unanswered questions

Objection Process & Final Key

Fee per objection: ₹50 per question.
Objection window closes at 11:55 PM on 20 September 2025.
If any objection is found valid, fee is refunded (minus transaction charges) to same payment method.
After objections, RRB will issue final answer key. Then result for CBT-1 will come.

Why the Answer Key Matters

Candidates can estimate their marks before result – gives idea of eligibility for next round.
It offers transparency in exam evaluation.
Helps plan for further rounds like CBT-2 or document verification.
Lets you spot mistakes and challenge wrong answers.

Important Things to Keep in Mind

The provisional key is not final; results depend on final key.
Objections must be valid and backed by credible source or explanation.
Save screenshot or reference of objection confirmation.
Keep all login details and admit cards safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

1) When will the final result for RRB NTPC CBT-1 be declared?

The result is expected soon after the final answer key is published. RRB has not yet given a fixed date.

2) Can I object to multiple questions?

Yes, you can raise objections for multiple questions. Each question requires separate payment.

3) What is negative marking?

Every wrong answer gets a deduction of ⅓rd (0.33) mark. Blank questions carry zero marks.

Conclusion

The RRB NTPC Answer Key 2025 marks a key moment for exam-tak ers. Since it came out on 15 September 2025, candidates from the UG CBT-1 exam (held between 7 August and 9 September) can now access the answer key, response sheets, and question papers. Don’t delay: download, check, and raise any objections before 20 September 2025. Use this phase wisely to plan your next steps.