The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is getting ready to release the provisional answer key for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 Exam 2025. Students who took this exam, held from September 12, 2025, to October 14, 2025 , can expect the answer key on October 15, 2025 . The provisional answer key helps students check their answers and estimate their scores before final results are announced.
When the answer key is released, SSC will also open a window for candidates to raise objections. This means if a student thinks an official answer is wrong, they can challenge it. The direct link to access the answer key will be available on the official SSC website as soon as it is published.
How to Check and Download Your Answer Key
Once the answer key is available, students can easily access it by following a few simple steps. Keep your exam registration details ready.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in .
- Step 2: On the homepage, look for the "Answer Key" section and click on this link.
- Step 3: Enter your exam registration ID and the password you created during your application.
- Step 4: Click the "Login" button to access your candidate account.
- Step 5: Download the provisional answer key for the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2025. Also, download your individual response sheet. Both documents will be in PDF format.
- Step 6: Save these PDF files to your device. Printing a copy for future reference is also a good idea.
Keeping your login details, such as registration ID and password, ready will make the download process faster.
What Information You Will Find
The SSC CGL Provisional Answer Key 2025 contains important information. It helps you compare your responses with the correct ones. The key details included are:
- Question Numbers: Lists every question from your exam paper.
- Official Answers: Shows the correct answer for each question, as decided by SSC.
- Subject-wise Breakdown: Questions and answers are grouped by subjects like Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, etc. This makes review easier.
- Question Paper Details: Includes specific details about your question paper set or code.
By comparing your answers from your response sheet with the official answers, you can calculate your approximate score. This gives you an early idea of your exam performance.
Raising Objections to the Answer Key
SSC allows candidates to challenge any official answer they believe is incorrect. This ensures fairness in the exam process.
If you find any discrepancy or mistake in the provisional answer key, you can submit an objection. Use your response sheet to compare your answers with the provisional key. The objection window will open online at the same time the answer key is released.
When raising an objection, you must provide a reason or evidence why you think an official answer is wrong. SSC will examine all objections. If valid, the answer key may be updated. This process ensures final results are based on correct answers.
Important Dates for SSC CGL Tier 1 2025
Here are the key dates related to the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2025:
| Event | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Dates | September 12, 2025, to October 14, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release Date | October 15, 2025 |
| Objection Window Opening | Begins on Answer Key Release Date |
Students should regularly visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in . This keeps them updated on the answer key, objection process, and final results. Regular checks help avoid missing important dates.
