SSC CGL Answer Key 2025 Out at ssc.gov.in, Raise objections by October 19

SSC CGL Answer Key: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key and candidates’ response sheet for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 Examination 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check and download the SSC CGL Answer Key 2025 from the official website, ssc.gov.in.

The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination was conducted from 12 September to 26 September 2025, and again on 14 October 2025, across 255 centres in 126 cities across the country.

Candidates who wish to challenge any question or answer in the tentative key can submit their objections online from 16 October 2025 (9:00 PM) to 19 October 2025 (9:00 PM). For each objection raised, a fee of Rs 50 per question or answer must be paid. It is important to note that challenges submitted after the deadline or through any other mode will not be accepted.

Once the objections are reviewed by experts, the Commission will release the final answer key. Candidates can use the response sheet for self-analysis but only for personal reference, as stated by the SSC.

Candidates can follow these steps to check and download their answer key:

1. Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, click on the “Answer Key” tab.
3. Log in using your registration number and password or date of birth.
4. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025 and response sheet will appear on the screen.
5. Check the details and download the PDF for future reference.

SSC has informed that the sequence of questions and answer options in the challenge module may differ from how they appeared during the examination. However, the answers selected by candidates during the actual exam will be displayed accurately in the challenge module.

Candidates should also note that the answer key and response sheets will not be available after 19 October 2025 (9:00 PM). Any requests for re-access after this deadline will not be entertained.

For further details, candidates are advised to visit the official SSC website ssc.gov.in