The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam to recruit candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in central government departments. After the Tier 1 exam, SSC publishes a provisional answer key so candidates can check their responses and raise objections if needed. The SSC CGL Answer Key 2025 has been released on the official portal ssc.gov.in.
SSC CGL Answer Key 2025: Steps to Download
To download the CGL answer key 2025 from the SSC website, follow these steps:
- Go to the official site: ssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for the link titled “Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025: Provisional Answer Key / Response Sheet”.
- Click the link and log in using your registration number and password or date of birth.
- Once logged in, you can view your response sheet and the provisional answer key.
- Download the PDF and take a printout for reference.
SSC CGL Answer Key 2025: Steps to Raise Challenges
After the answer key is released, SSC allows candidates to submit objections (or challenges) against specific answers. The process is online and follows these steps:
- Log in again through your account on ssc.gov.in.
- In the answer key section, click the “Objection / Representation” link.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge and provide your arguments or supporting documents.
- Pay the required objection fee (₹50 per question) through online mode.
- Submit your objection before the last date. Late objections will not be considered.
How To Raise Objections Against SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Questions?
Here are some tips when raising objections:
- Check the Question ID / number carefully before submitting.
- Provide clear reasoning — quote standard references or government sources.
- Upload proof or justification if allowed. Avoid vague objections.
- Ensure payment for each objection is successful.
- Submit objections only via the official SSC portal — not by email or offline mode.
Selection Process & Exam Scheme
The SSC CGL selection process includes multiple stages:
- Tier 1 (Preliminary): Computer-Based Test (CBT) — objective type.
- Tier 2 (Main): CBT with multiple papers including Quantitative Ability and English.
- Tier 3: Descriptive Paper (if applicable).
- Tier 4: Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test for select posts.
The final selection depends on performance across all tiers, cutoff marks, and reservation norms.
Exam Details & Pattern
Overview of the Tier 1 exam pattern:
- Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness.
- Total Marks: 200 marks (50 questions per section).
- Marking Scheme: 2 marks per correct answer, with 0.5 marks deducted per wrong answer.
- Exam Duration: 2 hours.
- Mode: Online (CBT) — bilingual in English and Hindi.
Important Dates (2025)
- Notification Released: 9 June 2025
- Application Start Date: 9 June 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 4 July 2025 (11 PM)
- Application Correction Window: 9 – 11 July 2025
- Tier 1 Exam Date: 12 – 26 September 2025
- Re-Exam (if applicable): 14 October 2025
- Answer Key Release Date: 15 / 16 October 2025
- Objection Window Closes: 19 October 2025 (9 PM)
- Tier 2 Exam (Tentative): December 2025
How to Check Result?
Once objections are reviewed, SSC will release the final answer key and result. Follow these steps to check your result:
- Visit ssc.gov.in.
- Open the “Results / CGL” section.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Download the result PDF and search for your roll number.
The result will be prepared based on the final answer key after considering all objections.
Official Website
For the latest updates, candidates must visit the official SSC website regularly: https://ssc.gov.in.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only. All details are based on publicly available updates. Candidates should refer to the official ssc.gov.in website for the most accurate and official notifications.
FAQs
Q1. When was the SSC CGL 2025 answer key released?
The provisional SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 answer key was released on 15–16 October 2025.
Q2. Can I raise objections to the SSC CGL answer key?
Yes. Candidates can challenge the provisional key by paying ₹50 per question within the objection window via ssc.gov.in.
Q3. How many tiers are there in SSC CGL?
The SSC CGL 2025 recruitment consists of four tiers: Tier 1 (CBT), Tier 2 (CBT), Tier 3 (descriptive), and Tier 4 (skill test).
