SSC CGL Answer Key 2026 Out: Tier 1, Objections Till 7 Nov

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has uploaded the tentative answer keys along with candidates' response sheets for Tier-I of the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2026 on 4 November 2026. The Tier-I exam was held from 30 September to 28 October 2026 at centres across the country. Candidates can log in on ssc.gov.in with their registration number and password, check their answers and challenge any answer they think is wrong from 4 November (9 PM) to 7 November 2026 (9 PM) by paying Rs 50 per question.

Important Dates

• Tier-I exam: 30 September to 28 October 2026
• Answer key and response sheet: from 4 November 2026
• Challenges open: 4 November 2026, 9 PM
• Last time for challenges: 7 November 2026, 9 PM

Answer Key Details

• Challenge fee: Rs 50 for each question or answer challenged, paid online.
• In the challenge module the order of questions and options is the same for everyone in a shift, so it may look different from your exam screen; your own answers are shown exactly as marked.
• Challenges sent in any other way, or after 9 PM on 7 November, will not be accepted.
• The response sheet will not be available after the window closes, so save a copy for your own use.

How to Check

• Go to ssc.gov.in and log in with your registration number and password.
• Open the CGL 2026 Tier-I answer key link and compare your answers with the key.
• Work out your raw score: 2 marks for each right answer and 0.50 less for each wrong one.
• Challenge only with proof, and pay the fee before the deadline.

Before You Apply

• Read the full official notice linked at the end of this page, as it is the final word on eligibility.
• Keep your certificates, ID proof, category certificate and experience proof ready before you start.
• Check your name and date of birth against your 10th certificate.
• Do not leave it for the last day. Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
• Keep a copy of what you submit, and any receipt or acknowledgement.

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