The SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Answer key: The candidates are waiting for the answer key to know their performance. Last year in the year 2024 the SSC had released the answer key within seven days. Since this year one centre exam is taking place on 14 October.
So the expectation are high the answer key may release on 15 or 16 October 2025 on official website of the commission website: ssc.gov.in. Candidates can download their answer key and response sheet by logging in with their registration ID and password.
If needed, objections can be submitted during the official window for a fee of ₹100 per question.
Answer key Overview
- Release Date: 15 or 16 October 2025
- Exam Dates: 12–26 September 2025 (plus re-exam on 14 October)
- Download Link: ssc.gov.in → “Answer Key” section
- Objection Window: Opens with the answer key and is available for a few days
The answer key allows candidate to verify their tentative scores and raise objections (if any) before the final answer key and results are published.
The official answer key for SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 will be released on 15 or 16 October 2025 at the Staff Selection Commission’s website (ssc.gov.in). Candidates can download the answer key and their response sheet by logging in with registration ID and password.
Common SSC CGL Tier I Qs
If i face some issue in downloading my SSC CGL Tier I answer key?
It may happen that some candidates may face this issue, you should first check your details before submitting on the official website, another reason could be server gets slow as a large number of candidates try at the same time
What is a good score in SSC CGL Tier I result?
It should be between 150 to 160 for general and others,for SC 125-135 and for ST it is 115-125.
Does SSC add SSC CGL I marks in the merit list?
The preliminary marks are qualifying in nature your mains score is added in preparing the final merit list
SSC CGL 2025 an interview post or non interview post?
There is no interview round in SSC CGL 2025 your final score will get you a place in the government department.
Objection Window
There will also be an objection window where candidates can challenge questions for a fee, before the final answer key is published.
To object to the SSC CGL 2025 answer key, follow these official steps:
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the Official Website:
Go to the Staff Selection Commission’s portal: ssc.gov.in or ssc.nic.in. - Login:
Use your Registration ID and Password to log in and access your response sheet and the provisional answer key. - Select Question to Challenge:
Locate the “Raise Objection” or “Challenge Answer Key” option next to the disputed question in your response sheet. - Provide Reason/Explanation:
Submit a valid reason, explanation or supporting reference for your objection in the given text box. - Pay the Fee:
Pay the objection fee online (₹100 per question) through payment gateway provided. - Submit:
Confirm and submit your objection. Keep a receipt or screenshot for future reference.
Important Notes
- Objections is acceptable through online mode (usually 3-7 days from answer key release).
- SSC will consider valid; well-supported challenges during expert review.
Stay updated on the SSC portal for notifications regarding objection deadlines and further instructions.
Essential Requirements for Objection
- You should keep your Registration ID and password to access the answer key and response sheet.
- Valid Explanation/Reference: In the objection text box, cite the official reference (like exam textbooks, government publications, or SSC’s own previous answer keys) to justify why the provided answer is incorrect.
- Payment Information: Digital payment method for ₹100 per challenged question.
Candidates cannot upload scanned certificates or images, but clear, authoritative explanatory references should be in the objection form.
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