SSC CGL Final Answer Key 2026 Out - Download PDF & Raise Objection

SSC CGL Answer Key 2026 Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination to fill various Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries, departments, and organisations. For the 2026 edition, the final answer key has been released, allowing candidates to review the official responses to the questions asked in the Tier 1 exam. This step ensures transparency and helps in finalising scores before results. Candidates who appeared in the exam held from 12 to 26 September 2026 can access it using their login credentials. The objection window for the provisional key was available earlier, enabling participants to challenge any discrepancies. With approximately 14582 vacancies, this recruitment drive aims to select qualified graduates for administrative and other roles.

SSC CGL Important Dates

• Notification Released: 9 June 2025
• Online Application Start Date: 9 June 2025
• Online Application Last Date: 4 July 2025
• Last Date Fee Payment: 5 July 2025
• Correction Date: 9 to 11 July 2025
• Exam Date Tier I : 12 to 26 September 2025
• Result Declared: Tier-I : 18 December 2025
• Final Answer Key Released: 9 January 2026
• Exam Date Tier 2 : 18 to 29 January 2026
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

SSC CGL Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS Fee:  ₹100/-
• SC / ST / PH Fee:  0
• Female Fee: 0
• Correction Charge: ₹200 (first), ₹500 (second)
• Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).

SSC CGL Vacancy Details 

• Total number of posts: 14,582

SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria

• To qualify for SSC CGL 2025, candidates need a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Certain posts, like those in statistics or compilation, may require specific subjects in the degree.
• The age limit ranges from 18 to 32 years as on August 1, 2025, depending on the post. Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC, and additional benefits for PwD, ex-servicemen, and others as per government rules.
• Candidates must be citizens of India or meet specified nationality criteria, possess good moral character, and fulfil physical fitness standards where required by the post.

SSC CGL Selection Process

• Tier I: Computer-Based Examination (Objective Type)
• Tier II: Computer-Based Examination (Objective and Descriptive Papers)
• Document Verification
• Skill Test or Data Entry Skill Test (for applicable posts)

HOW SSC CGL DOWNLOAD Answer Key 2026  

• Go to the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
• Find the 'Answer Key' tab or search for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier I final answer key link.
• Click on the provided login link for the final answer key and response sheet.
• Enter your registration ID and password to access your account.
• Download the final answer key along with your response sheet and take a printout before the deadline.

SSC CGL Answer Key Raise Objection 2026

1. Objection start date: As per notification (for provisional key)
2. Last date to submit objection: As per notification
3. Objection fee (if any): ₹100 per question/answer challenged
4. Mode of objection submission: Online through the SSC website