SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 answer key released at ssc.gov.in; objection window closes on November 7

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Candidates who appeared for the examination can access the answer key through the official website, ssc.gov.in, using their registration number and password.According to the commission’s notice dated November 4, 2026, the examination was conducted between September 30 and October 28, 2026, at various centres across the country.

Candidates can review their recorded responses, compare them with the provisional answers and submit challenges within the prescribed period.SSC CGL 2026 answer key objection window and feeThe commission has opened the online objection facility from November 4, 2026, at 9 PM.

Candidates can submit representations against the tentative answer key until November 7, 2026, at 9 PM.An objection fee of Rs 50 is applicable for each question or answer challenged. Representations submitted after the deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.

The commission has also clarified that objections sent through offline or any other mode will not be considered.How to download SSC CGL Tier 1 response sheet Candidates can follow these steps to access their answer keys and recorded responses:Step 1: Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.

Step 2: Open the answer key or relevant examination notice section.Step 3: Click the link for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 Tier 1 tentative answer key.Step 4: Enter the registration number and password.Step 5: Log in to view the response sheet and tentative answer key.Step 6: Download and save the documents for reference.Use the challenge facility to submit objections, if required, after paying the prescribed fee.• Direct link to check and download the SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key 2026Important instructions for candidatesSSC has clarified that the question and option sequence displayed in the challenge module may differ from the actual examination interface.

The module follows a common sequence of questions and answers for candidates appearing in a particular shift, whereas the examination interface used different sequences.However, the answers selected by individual candidates during the examination will be reflected accurately in the challenge module.Candidates have also been advised to read the detailed guidelines for the Challenge/Objection Management System issued through the commission’s notice dated April 10, 2026.The saved question paper is intended strictly for personal use and self-analysis.

Candidates must accept the undertaking displayed on the challenge portal.Response sheets will be removed after deadlineThe commission has stated that response sheets and tentative answer keys will not remain accessible after the specified deadline.

Requests for providing these documents later will not be entertained.Candidates should complete their review and submit any challenges within the available window. Get the latest Education News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.

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