The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the answer key for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Undergraduate Computer Based Test (CBT) Stage 1 conducted in 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access the provisional answer key on the respective RRB regional websites and raise objections if they find discrepancies.
How to Check the RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to view the answer key:
- Visit the official website of the respective RRB region (e.g., rrbchennai.gov.in, rrbsecunderabad.nic.in).
- Click on the link for 'RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 Answer Key 2026' on the homepage.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth or password to log in.
- The answer key will be displayed on the screen. Check your responses and the correct answers.
- Download and take a printout for future reference.
How to Raise Objections
If candidates find any error in the answer key, they can challenge it by paying a fee. The process is as follows:
- Log in to the official RRB website using your credentials.
- Navigate to the 'Objection' or 'Challenge' section for the answer key.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge and provide supporting evidence.
- Pay the prescribed fee per objection (usually Rs. 100 per question).
- Submit the objection. The fee will be refunded if the objection is accepted.
The last date to raise objections is July 5, 2026. No requests will be entertained after this date.
Important Details About the Exam
The RRB NTPC UG CBT 1 exam was held in multiple shifts across various centers in India. The exam is conducted to recruit candidates for various posts such as Commercial Apprentice, Station Master, Assistant Station Master, and others. The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in CBT 1, followed by subsequent stages.
According to an official statement from RRB, "Candidates are advised to carefully verify the answer key and raise objections with valid proof. The final answer key will be published after considering all valid objections."
For more updates, candidates should regularly check the official RRB websites.
