The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the answer key for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-1 exam 2025. Students and job seekers who took the exam can now check their answers and guess their scores. The answer key became available on October 16, 2025 , on the official website, ssc.gov.in .
The SSC CGL Tier-1 exam was held across various dates in September 2025, from September 12 to September 26, 2025 . A re-exam was also conducted on October 14, 2025 , for some candidates. This exam aims to fill 14,582 government job positions in different departments.
How to Check Your Answer Key
Follow these simple steps to download your SSC CGL Tier-1 Answer Key 2025:
- Go to the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “SSC CGL Tier-1 Answer Key 2025” or “Check Marks”. Click on it.
- You will need to enter your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your answer key will show on the screen. You can download or print it for your records.
Raise Objections if You Find Mistakes
If you think there is a mistake in any answer given in the official key, you can challenge it. The window to raise objections is open from October 16 to October 19, 2025 (until 9:00 PM).
- To raise an objection, log in to the SSC portal using your Registration Number and Password.
- There is a fee of ₹50 for each question you challenge.
- Make sure to submit your objections before the deadline.
Important Dates to Remember
Here are the key dates related to the SSC CGL 2025 exam:
| Event | Date(s) |
| Application Start Date | June 9, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 4, 2025 |
| Exam Dates (Tier-1) | September 12 to 26, 2025 |
| Re-Exam Date | October 14, 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | October 16, 2025 |
| Objection Window | October 16 to 19, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced soon |
SSC CGL 2025: Key Information
Total Posts
A total of 14,582 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old as of August 1, 2025 . There are age relaxations for certain categories as per government rules. Please check the official notification for full details.
Application Fee
- For General, OBC, and EWS candidates: ₹100
- For SC, ST, PwD, and all Female candidates: ₹0 (No Fee)
- You can pay the fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
Educational Qualification
To apply for most SSC CGL posts, candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university. For some specific posts, there might be additional requirements, such as having 60% marks in Mathematics in 12th standard or having Statistics as a subject in your Bachelor’s Degree. It is advised to read the full official notification for exact requirements for each post.
Selection Process
The selection for SSC CGL jobs happens in different stages:
- Tier-1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Tier-2: Another Computer-Based Test (CBT) + Skill Test (like Data Entry Speed Test or Computer Proficiency Test for certain jobs)
- Document Verification: Checking of your original documents.
- Final Selection: Based on your marks and job preference.
Expected Salary
Selected candidates can expect attractive salaries. Depending on the post and pay level, monthly salaries range from ₹25,500 to over ₹1,51,100 .
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in , for the latest updates on the result date and further steps.
