RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2025 Out: Check Score & Raise Objections
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2025 for the Computer Based Test (CBT-1). Candidates who appeared for the exam, held from June 5 to June 24, 2025, can now access their provisional answer key, question paper, and individual response sheet.
The link to view the answer key was activated on July 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM and will remain open until July 6, 2025, at 11:55 PM. Candidates can log in to their respective regional RRB websites using their registration number and date of birth to check their responses and raise objections if they find any discrepancies.
RRB NTPC Answer Key 2025: Key Highlights
Here’s a quick overview of the essential information regarding the RRB NTPC Graduate (CEN No. 05/2024) Answer Key.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC Non-Technical Popular Categories (Graduate) |
| CEN Number | 05/2024 |
| Exam Stage | CBT-1 (Computer Based Test - 1) |
| CBT-1 Exam Dates | 5 June 2025 to 24 June 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 1 July 2025, 6:00 PM |
| Objection Window Opens | 1 July 2025, 6:00 PM |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | 6 July 2025, 11:55 PM |
| Credentials Required | Registration Number & Date of Birth |
How to Download RRB NTPC Answer Key & Response Sheet 2025
Follow these simple steps to access your CBT-1 answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official regional website of your respective RRB.
- Find the Link: Click on the link titled "CEN-05/2024: Link to view Question Paper, Responses, Keys and for raising of Objections".
- Enter Credentials: A login page will appear. Enter your registration number and date of birth (DD-MM-YYYY).
- View & Download: Once logged in, you can view your question paper, the responses you marked, and the official provisional answer key.
- Save a Copy: Download and save a copy of your response sheet and the answer key. Remember to copy the URL of your response sheet page for the next step.
How to Calculate Your RRB NTPC CBT-1 Score Instantly
Once you have the URL of your official response sheet, you can use an online marks calculator to quickly estimate your score and get a detailed performance analysis.
Here’s how to use the TestPaper Answer Key Calculator:
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Get Your Response Sheet URL: After logging into the
official RRB portal, copy the URL of the page that displays your candidate response sheet
(e.g., a
digialm.comlink). - Visit the Calculator Tool: Navigate to the RRB NTPC Marks Calculator Tool.
- Paste the URL: Paste your copied response sheet link into the field labeled "Answer Key URL".
- Select the Exam: From the "Exam" dropdown menu, choose the "RRB NTPC Score Calculator" option. This is a crucial step as it ensures the tool applies the correct negative marking scheme.
- Calculate Your Score: Click the "Calculate Score" button.
- Review Your Analysis: The tool will instantly generate and display a detailed report, including your total score, the number of correct and incorrect answers, unattempted questions, and a section-wise performance breakdown.
RRB NTPC Answer Key 2025: Objection Raising Process
If you believe any question or its corresponding answer is incorrect, you have the option to raise an objection through the official portal.
Objection Fee and Refund Policy
- Fee: ₹50 per question, plus any applicable bank service charges.
- Refund: If the objection raised is found to be valid, the fee for that question will be refunded to the candidate's original payment account after the deduction of bank charges.
Accepted Modes of Payment
The objection fee can be paid online through:
- Rupay Cards / Credit Cards
- UPI
- Net Banking
Important Guidelines for Raising Objections
- Only valid and supported objections will be considered.
- The deadline for raising objections is July 6, 2025, at 11:55 PM. No requests will be accepted after this time.
- The decision made by the RRBs on the objections will be binding and final.
- No further communication will be entertained after the final submission of objections.
What's Next After the RRB NTPC Answer Key?
- Objection Review: The RRBs will review all the objections submitted by candidates with the help of subject matter experts.
- Final Answer Key: After the review, a Final Answer Key will be prepared and released.
- Result Declaration: The RRB NTPC CBT-1 Result 2025 will be calculated based on the marks in the Final Answer Key and the normalization formula.
- Next Stage: Candidates who qualify in the CBT-1 will be eligible to appear for the CBT-2 or Skill Tests, depending on the post they have applied for.
