The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the much-awaited Railway NTPC Answer Key 2025 on 1st July at 6:00 PM. If you appeared for the RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam held in June, it’s time to check your response sheet, calculate your probable score, and raise objections if needed. The answer key and response sheet are now live on the official regional websites.
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Overview
The RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam for graduate-level posts under CEN 05/2024 was conducted from 5th to 26th June 2025. Around 2.6 lakh candidates appeared for the exam out of 58.40 lakh registrations. The answer key is a crucial document that helps candidates cross-check their responses and estimate their scores before the results are declared.
Here’s a quick overview of the details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | RRB NTPC Graduate Level Exam 2025 |
| Candidates Appeared | 2.60 lakh |
| Category | Answer Key |
| Status | Released |
| Release Date | 1st July 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Objection Window | 1st to 6th July 2025 |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 50 per question |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number & DOB |
| Final Answer Key | After Objection Review |
| Official Website | rrb.digialm.com |
How to Download
Follow these simple steps to download your answer key and response sheet:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official RRB regional website or use the region-wise link. |
| 2 | Click on the link: “RRB NTPC Answer Key, Response Sheet, Objection Tracker – CEN 05/2024”. |
| 3 | Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth to log in. |
| 4 | View your selected answers, correct answers, and question IDs. |
| 5 | Click the ‘Download PDF’ button to save your response sheet and key. |
The download link is available until the objection window closes on 6th July 2025 at 11:55 PM.
Raise Objection Against Answer Key
If you notice any discrepancy in the official answer key, you can raise objections online. Here’s how to do it:
- Visit your regional RRB website.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Click on the ‘Raise Objection’ link.
- Select the question you want to challenge.
- Enter your reason clearly and upload supporting proof.
- Pay Rs. 50 per question.
- Click ‘Submit’ to save your objection.
Note: The last date to submit objections is 6th July 2025 at 11:55 PM. Make sure you submit valid proof to support your claim.
Marking Scheme
Knowing the marking scheme is key to calculating your expected score.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Type of Questions | MCQ |
| Time Duration | 90 minutes |
| Marks for Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Negative Marking | -0.33 for each wrong answer |
Example Score Calculation:
If you got 70 answers right and 10 wrong:
- Correct = 70 × 1 = 70
- Incorrect = 10 × 0.33 = 3.3
- Total = 70 – 3.3 = 66.7 marks out of 100
Expected Cut Off Marks 2025
Although RRB hasn’t released the official cut-off yet, here’s what experts expect:
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (Out of 100) |
|---|---|
| General | 70–85 |
| OBC | 65–80 |
| SC | 55–75 |
| ST | 50–70 |
| EWS | 60–80 |
These are based on past trends and the overall exam difficulty.
The release of the Railway NTPC Answer Key 2025 marks a crucial step in the recruitment process. Candidates should take advantage of the answer key to evaluate their performance, raise valid objections, and prepare for the next stage. Be sure to log in before 6th July 2025 to check your responses and submit any corrections if needed.
FAQs
When was the NTPC answer key released?
It was released on 1st July 2025 at 6:00 PM.
What is the last date to raise objections?
Objections can be raised till 6th July 2025, 11:55 PM.
What is the objection fee per question?
It is Rs. 50 per question.
How many candidates appeared in NTPC 2025?
About 2.60 lakh candidates appeared.
Where can I download the answer key?
Visit rrb.digialm.com and log in with your credentials.
