RRB NTPC Result 2026 Out: Bengaluru Cut-Off, Scorecard & CBT-2 Date

RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-1 Result 2026

Latest Update: RRB has activated the NTPC Graduate CBT-1 scorecard link and released the Bengaluru zone cut-off marks. Candidates shortlisted in CBT-1 will appear for the CBT-2 examination scheduled on 10 July 2026.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-1 Result 2026 for candidates who appeared under CEN 06/2025. Along with the result PDF, candidates can now access their individual scorecards and check whether they have qualified for the next stage of the recruitment process. According to the official notification, 3,618 candidates from the RRB Bengaluru region have been shortlisted for CBT-2.

In this article, you can check the Bengaluru cut-off marks, scorecard download process, shortlisted candidate PDF, CBT-2 exam schedule, and important instructions for qualified candidates.

RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-1 Result 2026 Overview

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Particulars	Details
Organization	Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Recruitment Name	RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2025-26
Notification Number	CEN 06/2025
Exam Name	CBT-1
Result Status	Released
Scorecard Status	Available
Shortlisted Candidates (RRB Bengaluru)	3,618
Next Stage	CBT-2
CBT-2 Exam Date	10 July 2026
Official Website	rrbapply.gov.in

RRB NTPC Result 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
CBT-1 Exam Date	16 March to 27 March 2026
CBT-1 Result Release	12 June 2026
Scorecard Available	12 June 2026
CBT-2 City Intimation Slip	10 Days Before Exam
CBT-2 Admit Card Release	4 Days Before Exam
CBT-2 Examination Date	10 July 2026

NTPC Graduate Level Posts Covered Under CEN 06/2025

The recruitment drive includes several popular graduate-level positions in Indian Railways. Candidates shortlisted through the selection process will be considered for the following posts:

Post Name
Station Master
Goods Train Manager
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor
Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist
Senior Clerk cum Typist

RRB Bengaluru NTPC CBT-1 Cut-Off Marks 2026

The Railway Recruitment Board Bengaluru has released the official normalized cut-off marks for candidates shortlisted for CBT-2 under CEN 06/2025.

Category-Wise Cut-Off Marks

Category No.	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	ESM
Category 1	80.03452	75.41855	—	78.38671	78.56740	54.37828
Category 2	76.18319	67.93281	62.72063	75.03814	71.21008	42.35785
Category 3	69.51098	60.37770	55.11846	66.58322	65.27263	28.54693
Category 4	71.89915	60.89791	56.96951	68.00000	68.95706	30.35439
Category 5	71.38239	61.17273	55.30700	69.49880	67.65309	30.93796

RRB Bengaluru Cut-Off Analysis

Among all categories, Category 1 recorded the highest UR cut-off at 80.03452 marks. The variation in cut-off scores across categories is mainly influenced by vacancy distribution, reservation policies, and candidate performance. Candidates who scored equal to or above the prescribed normalized cut-off have been shortlisted for CBT-2.

What Do These Cut-Off Marks Mean?

Candidates scoring equal to or above the normalized cut-off marks in their respective category have been provisionally shortlisted for CBT-2. The cut-off varies depending on:

• Number of vacancies
• Difficulty level of the examination
• Category-wise reservation
• Number of candidates appearing in the exam

Selection Process

The RRB NTPC Graduate Level recruitment process includes:

1. CBT-1 Examination
2. CBT-2 Examination
3. CBAT/CBTST (For Applicable Posts)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination
6. Final Merit List

Candidates must qualify each stage separately.

Details Available in NTPC Result & Scorecard

After logging into the official portal, candidates can check:

Result PDF

• Roll numbers of shortlisted candidates
• Zone-wise result list
• Provisional qualification status

Scorecard

• Candidate Name
• Registration Number
• Roll Number
• Raw Marks
• Normalized Marks
• Correct Answers
• Incorrect Answers
• CBT-2 Qualification Status

How to Check RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-1 Result 2026

Follow these steps to download your result and scorecard:

Step 1: Visit the official RRB website of your respective zone.

Step 2: Click on the link titled: “List of Candidates Shortlisted for CBT-2 under CEN 06/2025”

Step 3: Download the PDF file.

Step 4 :Press Ctrl + F and search your Roll Number.

Step 5: To view marks, click on the Scorecard Login link.

Step 6: Enter:

• Registration Number
• Date of Birth

Step 7: Download and save your scorecard for future reference.

RRB NTPC CBT-2 Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates who qualified CBT-1 should immediately focus on CBT-2 preparation.

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Awareness	50	50
Mathematics	35	35
General Intelligence & Reasoning	35	35
Total	120	120

Exam Duration

• 90 Minutes
• 120 Minutes for eligible PwBD candidates

Negative Marking

• 1/3rd mark deduction for every incorrect answer

NTPC Graduate CBT-2 Preparation Strategy 2026

Now that CBT-1 is over, your entire focus should be on CBT-2 because CBT-1 marks are not counted in the final merit list.

1. Prioritize General Awareness

General Awareness carries the highest weightage with 50 questions.

Focus on:

• Current Affairs (Last 8–10 Months)
• Indian Railways
• Indian Polity
• History
• Geography
• Economy
• Science

2. Strengthen Mathematics

Important topics:

• Percentage
• Ratio & Proportion
• Profit & Loss
• Time & Work
• Time, Speed & Distance
• Simplification
• Number System
• Algebra

3. Master Reasoning

Important topics:

• Seating Arrangement
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Syllogism
• Puzzle
• Analogy
• Statement & Conclusion

4. Solve Previous Year CBT-2 Papers

Practice at least:

• 2 Full-Length Mock Tests Daily
• 5 Previous Year Papers Weekly

This improves:

• Speed
• Accuracy
• Time Management

5. Focus on Accuracy

Since there is 1/3 negative marking, avoid random guessing.

A candidate attempting:

• 90 Questions with 85% accuracy

usually scores better than

• 120 Questions with 60% accuracy.

6. Last 15-Day Strategy

• Revise current affairs daily
• Solve one full mock test daily
• Analyze mistakes
• Avoid learning completely new topics

NTPC Graduation CBT-2 Exam Date and Admit Card

The Railway Recruitment Board has scheduled the CBT-2 examination for:

10 July 2026 (Friday)

Important updates:

• Exam City Intimation Slip will be available approximately 10 days before the exam.
• E-Call Letter (Admit Card) will be released 4 days before the examination date.
• Candidates will receive updates through SMS and Email.

Documents Required for CBT-2 Examination

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Aadhaar Card
• CBT-1 Scorecard
• CBT-2 Admit Card
• Educational Certificates
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Income Certificate (If Applicable)
• Passport Size Photographs
• Identity Proof

Important Guidelines for CBT-2 Qualified Candidates

Aadhaar Authentication Mandatory

RRB has made Aadhaar-based biometric verification mandatory at exam centers. Candidates should ensure their Aadhaar remains active and unlocked.

Beware of Fraud

Railway recruitment is completely merit-based and computerized. Candidates should avoid agents or unauthorized individuals promising jobs.

Provisional Shortlisting

Qualification in CBT-1 does not guarantee final selection. Candidates must clear all remaining stages successfully.

RRB NTPC Graduation Result Important Links

Resource	Link
CBT-1 Result PDF Bengaluru Zone	Official RRB Regional Website
Scorecard Login	rrb.digialm.com
RRB Bengaluru Website	Official Regional Portal

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Conclusion

Candidates who have qualified in the RRB NTPC Graduate CBT-1 Result 2026 should now focus on CBT-2 preparation and regularly monitor official RRB updates regarding admit cards and exam city information.

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