The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the CBT II Answer Key for the NTPC 10+2 Under Graduate Level recruitment under Centralized Employment Notice CEN 07/2025. Candidates who appeared for the second-stage computer-based test on September 17, 2026, must log in to the official regional RRB portals using their credentials to verify their responses and raise objections within the stipulated window ending on September 24, 2026.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued Railway RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Level CBT II Answer Key Notice 2026 | CEN 07/2025. Candidates can apply online until 04-Dec-2025. Total Vacancies: 10 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is As per rules. Eligibility age criteria: Minimum Age : 18 Years; Maximum Age : 30 Years; Age Relaxation Extra as per RRB NTPC 10+2 Under Graduate CEN 07/2025 Recruitment Rules.. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
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Important Dates
- Application Begin October 28, 2025
- Last Date for Apply Online 04-Dec-2025
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee 06-Dec-2025
- Correction / Modified Form 07-16 December 2025
- Application Status Available : 06/02/2026
- Exam Date 07-09 May, 13,14,15, 16-20 June 2026
- Exam City Available 10 Days Before Exam
- Admit Card Available 4 Days Before Exam
- Answer Key Available 27 June 2026
- CBT I Result Available August 24, 2026
- CBT I Score Card Available 26 August 2026
- CBT II Exam Date 17 September 2026
- Exam City Available 7 September 2026
- CBT II Admit Card Available September 13, 2026
- Answer Key Available 24-Sep-2026
Application Fee & Payment
- Application Begin 28/10/2025 (Exempted)
- Last Date for Apply Online 04/12/2025 (Exempted)
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee 06/12/2025 (Exempted)
- Correction / Modified Form 07-16 December 2025 (Exempted)
- Application Status Available : 06/02/2026 (Exempted)
- Exam Date 07-09 May, 13,14,15, 16-20 June 2026 (Exempted)
- Exam City Available 10 Days Before Exam (Exempted)
- Admit Card Available 4 Days Before Exam
- Answer Key Available 27/06/2026 (Exempted)
- CBT I Result Available 24/08/2026 (Exempted)
- CBT I Score Card Available 26/08/2026 (Exempted)
- CBT II Exam Date 17/09/2026 (Exempted)
- Exam City Available 07/09/2026 (Exempted)
- CBT II Admit Card Available 13/09/2026 (Exempted)
- Answer Key Available 24/09/2026 (Exempted)
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Prescribed Age Limit Minimum Age : 18 Years; Maximum Age : 30 Years; Age Relaxation Extra as per RRB NTPC 10+2 Under Graduate CEN 07/2025 Recruitment Rules.
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
- Core Qualification 10+2 Intermediate Passed from a Recognized Board in India.
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for Railway RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Level CBT II Answer Key Notice 2026 | CEN 07/2025 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: As Per 7th Central / State Pay Commission Rules
- Basic Pay: Check official notification for exact basic scale
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- State/Town (Y/Z City): Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various Post Under Non Technical Popular Categories Under Graduate Level CEN 07/2025 | General / Respective Cadre | 10+2 Intermediate Passed from a Recognized Board in India. More Eligibility Details Read the Notification. | 10+2 Intermediate Passed from a Recognized Board in India. |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT-1 (Screening Test) | Mathematics (20), Mental Ability & Reasoning (25), General Science (20), General Awareness (10) | 75 Questions / 75 Marks | 60 Minutes 1/3rd Negative Marking |
| CBT-2: Part A (Merit Ranking) | Maths (25), General Intelligence (25), Basic Science & Engineering (40), General Awareness (10) | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 90 Minutes 1/3rd Negative Marking |
| CBT-2: Part B (Trade Test) | Relevant Technical Trade Syllabus (ITI / Diploma / Degree standard) | 75 Questions / 75 Marks | 60 Minutes Mandatory 35% Qualifying Mark |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Check Answer Key & File Objections
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the authorized website of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and locate the online application link under the recruitment section.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): New applicants must complete registration using an active email address and mobile number. Note down the system-generated Registration ID and Password sent via SMS.
- Fill Personal & Educational Credentials: Log in and carefully enter your Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth (as recorded in Class 10th certificate), Category, Address, and Educational qualifications.
- Upload Scanned Photograph & Signature: Upload recent color passport photograph (Size: 20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG/JPG format, white background, taken within 3 months) and clear running-hand signature (Size: 10 KB to 20 KB, black or blue ink).
- Upload Category / Qualification Certificates: Upload required scanned copies of Caste/EWS certificate, Matriculation certificate, and degree marksheet if prompted by the system (PDF size: 100 KB to 300 KB).
- Pay Application Fee Online: Verify all entered details using the 'Preview Form' button, then proceed to the online payment gateway. Pay via UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Do not refresh or close browser during payment processing.
- Download & Print Confirmation Page: Upon successful transaction, download the final submitted application form and fee receipt. Keep at least 2 printed copies safe for future examination stages and Document Verification (DV).
Required Documents Checklist for Online Application
| Download Answer Key | Check Answer Key |
| How to Check Answer Key (Video Hindi) | Check Answer Key |
| How to Check Score Card (Video Hindi) | Check Result |
| Download RRB Guwahati Result | Visit Website |
| Download Result | Visit Website |
| How to Check Result (Video Hindi) | Check Result |
| Download Answer Key | Check Answer Key |
| How to Check Answer Key (Video Hindi) | Check Answer Key |
| Download Revised Exam Schedule | Download PDF |
| Download Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Check Application Status | Apply Online |
| Download Date Extended Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Zone Wise Vacancy Details | Access Official Link |
| Download Syllabus | Download Syllabus |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Official Portal / Organization Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
Railway RRB NTPC 10+2 UG Level CBT II Answer Key Notice 2026 | CEN 07/2025 — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
Cadre Scope, Departmental Role & Notification Background
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) released CEN 07/2025 to recruit eligible 10+2 intermediate candidates into various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) under-graduate positions across zonal railways and production units. This recruitment cycle targets critical operational, commercial, and administrative cadres including Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Train Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist, and Junior Clerk Cum Typist. These positions form the backbone of passenger ticketing, train operations, and financial record-keeping within the Indian Railways network. The application process commenced on October 28, 2025, culminating in a competitive CBT I held in May and June 2026, followed by the rigorous CBT II executed on September 17, 2026.
Examination Scheme, Cutoff Benchmarks & Selection Criteria
The selection architecture for RRB NTPC 10+2 CEN 07/2025 comprises multiple progressive stages designed to filter candidates based on cognitive aptitude, technical proficiency, and administrative suitability. Following the CBT I screening, the CBT II evaluated candidates on General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning. Scoring follows strict normalization protocols across multiple shifts, with a mandatory negative marking penalty of 1/3rd mark for every incorrect response. Candidates clearing the CBT II normalized cutoffs proceed to subsequent skill tests (such as Typing Skill Test for clerk posts) or direct Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination stages, depending on the specific job requirements.
Candidate Action Plan & Verification Guidelines
With the release of the CBT II answer key on September 24, 2026, candidates must immediately cross-verify their attempted responses against the official answer master key provided on the regional RRB websites. Aspirants identifying discrepancies in specific questions or answer options must submit online objections within the active objection tracking window by paying the prescribed fee per challenged question. Valid objections backed by standard academic or technical references will lead to key revisions prior to the final result publication. Concurrently, candidates should organize their mandatory verification dossiers, including original 10+2 mark sheets, category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS in prescribed central government formats), and photo identity proofs in anticipation of the upcoming Document Verification and Medical Examination phases.