UPSC Prelims 2026 Answer Key Objections Close Today

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) closes its objection window today, May 31, 2026 . Candidates have until 6 PM to submit challenges to the UPSC Prelims 2026 provisional answer key. This window is part of a new UPSC policy emphasizing transparency in the examination process.

Approximately 5.49 lakh candidates registered for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination. The provisional answer key was released on May 27, 2026, just three days after the exam on May 24. This is a shift from previous years, where answer keys were released later in the recruitment cycle.

Objection Submission Process

Challenges must be filed through the official Question Paper Representation (QPRep) portal. The website for submission is www.upsconline.nic.in . All representations must be registered on this single online portal.

Objections submitted after 6 PM today will not be accepted. Furthermore, submissions via email, post, or hand-delivery will be disregarded. Only online submissions through the designated portal are valid.

How to File a Challenge

Candidates must log in to the unified candidate portal using their One Time Registration (OTR) credentials. The portal is accessible at upsconline.nic.in . After logging in, select the 'Question Paper Representation' module.

Candidates need to choose their correct booklet code from the provided options. Then, identify the specific question with an alleged error or incorrect answer. A text-based justification for the objection is required. This justification must include at least three credible references to support the claim.

Finally, submit the application through the portal. Ensure the submission is completed before the 6 PM deadline .

Key Information Summary

Candidates can also access their answer sheets and verify question papers via the official portals. Login requires OTR credentials. The notification portal for UPSC information is upsc.gov.in .