The SSC CGL Answer Key 2026 for the Tier 1 exam was published by the Staff Selection Commission on 4 November 2026 along with candidates’ response sheets. This is the tentative (provisional) key for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026, whose Tier 1 was held from 30 September to 28 October 2026 at centres across India. Candidates can view it by logging in at ssc.gov.in.
The objection window ran from 4 November (9:00 PM) to 7 November 2026 (9:00 PM) and has now closed. The commission will review the challenges and then release the final answer key and the Tier 1 result. Until then, the provisional key is the best tool to estimate your marks.
SSC CGL Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Commission | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam | Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 – Tier 1 |
| Vacancies | About 12,256 (tentative), Group B and Group C |
| Answer Key Type | Tentative (provisional), with response sheet |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question/answer |
| Login Details | Registration Number and Password |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tier 1 exam | 30 September to 28 October 2026 |
| Answer key and response sheet | 4 November 2026 |
| Objection window | 4 November (9 PM) to 7 November 2026 (9 PM) |
| Final key and Tier 1 result | To be announced |
How to Download SSC CGL Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official website, ssc.gov.in.
- Open the answer key notice for Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 (Tier 1).
- Click the login link and enter your Registration Number and Password.
- Your response sheet will appear with your answers and the correct answers marked.
- Download or print it and calculate your expected score.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Marking Scheme and Score Calculation
Tier 1 has 100 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks, spread over four sections of 25 questions each. Each correct answer earns 2 marks and each wrong answer costs 0.50 mark.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Expected score = (Correct × 2) − (Wrong × 0.5). For example, 75 correct and 12 wrong gives 150 − 6 = 144 raw marks. Final marks are normalised across shifts.
Objection Process
Objections were accepted only online at ₹50 per question or answer challenged, and the commission said representations after 9:00 PM on 7 November 2026 would not be considered. The window is now closed, so candidates should simply wait for the final key.
What to Do Next
Keep a copy of your response sheet and begin Tier 2 preparation, as shortlisting will follow the Tier 1 result. For syllabus, posts and the full exam process, read our SSC CGL complete guide, and for more updates visit the Sarkari Result section.
Important Links
| Answer Key Notice (PDF) | Click Here |
| Candidate Login | Click Here |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL Answer Key 2026: FAQs
When was the SSC CGL Answer Key 2026 released?
The tentative Tier 1 answer key and response sheets were released on 4 November 2026.
Can I still raise objections against the SSC CGL answer key?
No. The objection window closed at 9:00 PM on 7 November 2026.
What was the SSC CGL objection fee?
The fee was ₹50 for each question or answer challenged, paid online.
When will the SSC CGL Tier 1 result 2026 come out?
SSC has not announced a date yet; the result is expected after the final answer key.
Disclaimer: Truzio shares this information for convenience. Always confirm dates and details on the official website, ssc.gov.in, before taking any action.