RRB NTPC Result 2026 Declared: Check Your CBT-1 Score Now
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially released the much-anticipated RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) result for the 2025 recruitment cycle today, on January 23, 2026. This significant announcement marks a crucial milestone for millions of aspirants who appeared for the Computer Based Test (CBT-1) across India.
Massive Competition for Railway Jobs
The RRB NTPC recruitment drive aims to fill numerous graduate-level and undergraduate vacancy positions within the Indian Railways. Key posts include:
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
- Junior Clerk cum Typist
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist
- Train Clerk
The CBT-1 examination was conducted nationwide from June 5 to June 24, 2025, attracting an overwhelming response. More than 6 million candidates competed for a limited number of vacancies, highlighting the intense competition for these coveted government positions.
Multi-Stage Selection Process Explained
This initial test represents just the first phase in a comprehensive selection procedure. The complete recruitment process consists of multiple stages that candidates must successfully navigate:
- CBT-1 (Computer Based Test - First Stage)
- CBT-2 (Computer Based Test - Second Stage)
- CBAT/Skill Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Aspirants must qualify each successive stage to ultimately secure final appointment to their desired railway positions. The released result specifically pertains to the CBT-1 examination scores.
How to Check Your RRB NTPC Result 2026
Candidates can access their results by following these straightforward steps:
- Visit the official regional RRB website where you originally submitted your application
- Locate and click on the link labeled "RRB NTPC CBT-1 Result 2025"
- Open the downloadable PDF result file
- Use the find function (Ctrl+F) to search for your specific roll number within the document
- If your roll number appears in the list, congratulations - you have qualified for the next stage, CBT-2
- Download and securely save the PDF for future reference throughout the recruitment process
The result PDF for the Chandigarh region has been made available, with other regional results accessible through their respective official RRB portals. Candidates are advised to regularly check their designated regional websites for updates and further instructions regarding subsequent selection stages.
This result announcement brings both relief and anticipation for millions of railway job aspirants across India, setting the stage for the next phase of this highly competitive recruitment process.
