SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I Response Sheets and Tentative Answer Keys Out: Challenge Window 4 to 7 November 2026
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SSC has released candidate response sheets and tentative answer keys for CGL 2026 Tier-I. Objections can be raised online between 4 and 7 November 2026 for Rs. 50 per question.
At a glance
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Objection till | 07 November 2026 |
| Status | Released |
| Fee per challenge | Rs. 50 per question or answer |
| Login | Registration number and password |
| Mode | Online only |
Important dates
| Tier-I exam held | 30 September to 28 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Challenge window opens | 4 November 2026, 9:00 PM |
| Challenge window closes | 7 November 2026, 9:00 PM |
Details
The Staff Selection Commission has made the candidate response sheets and tentative answer keys for Tier-I of the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 available online. Tier-I was held at centres across the country from 30 September to 28 October 2026.
Candidates can log in on the SSC website with their registration number and password to see their responses and the keys. Objections can be filed online from 9:00 PM on 4 November 2026 to 9:00 PM on 7 November 2026, with a charge of Rs. 50 for each question or answer challenged. Challenges sent after the deadline or by any other mode will not be considered.
In the challenge module the order of questions and options can look different from your exam, because it follows one common order for the whole shift; your own marked answers are still shown correctly. The saved question paper is for personal use and self-analysis only, and response sheets and keys will not be available once the window closes. Always confirm the final details in the official notification.
How to check or download
- Open the SSC website ssc.gov.in
- Log in with registration number and password
- View the response sheet and tentative answer key
- Select questions to challenge and pay Rs. 50 each
- Submit before 9:00 PM on 7 November 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to challenge the CGL Tier-I answer key?
7 November 2026 up to 9:00 PM
Is there a fee for each challenge?
Yes, Rs. 50 for every question or answer challenged
Can I get the response sheet later?
No, it will not be available after the window closes
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