The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 examination 2025 today, October 15, 2025 . Students who appeared for this important government job exam can now check their answers and estimate their scores. The answer key is available for download on the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in .
Along with the answer key, SSC has also opened a facility for candidates to raise objections. This means if a student finds any error in the provisional answer key, they can challenge it online within a specific time.
About the SSC CGL Exam
The SSC CGL exam is a highly competitive examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in different Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. It is a popular choice for many students aiming for a stable government career.
The Tier 1 exam is the first stage of the selection process. Checking the answer key after the exam is a crucial step for candidates to understand their performance before the final results are declared.
Key Information about SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025
Here are the important details regarding the SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key release:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional Answer Key Released |
| Release Date | October 15, 2025 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Objection Fee (per question) | INR 100 |
How to Download Your SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025
To check and download your SSC CGL Tier 1 answer key, you need to follow these simple steps. Make sure you have your One-Time Registration (OTR) ID and password ready.
- Step 1: Open your internet browser and go to the official Staff Selection Commission website: ssc.gov.in .
- Step 2: On the homepage, look for the 'Login' tab. Click on it.
- Step 3: A login window will appear. Here, you need to enter your SSC OTR (One-Time Registration) ID and your chosen Password . Then, click on the 'Login' button.
- Step 4: After logging in, you will see your exam dashboard. Look for the section related to the SSC CGL exam.
- Step 5: Find and click on the 'Answer Key' link. This link will usually be clearly visible within the CGL exam section.
- Step 6: Your provisional answer key will be displayed on the screen. You can download it as a PDF file for your records and check your responses.
How to Challenge Answers (Raise Objections)
The provisional answer key allows candidates to compare their marked answers with the officially provided correct answers. If you believe that an official answer is incorrect, you have the option to challenge it:
- Step 1: Carefully review your downloaded answer key and the questions. If you find a question where you believe SSC's answer is wrong, note it down.
- Step 2: Go back to the 'Answer Key' section on your SSC dashboard. There will be an option to 'Raise Objection' or 'Challenge Answer Key'.
- Step 3: Select the question you wish to challenge. You will need to provide supporting evidence or a clear reason why you think the official answer is incorrect.
- Step 4: To challenge each question, you must pay a fee of INR 100 per question . This payment must be made online.
- Step 5: Submit your objection along with the payment. Remember, SSC will only accept challenges made online through the official portal. Any objections sent through other means will not be considered.
It is important to submit your objections within the specified time frame announced by SSC. Do not miss the deadline if you wish to challenge any answer.
What Happens After Objections?
Once the objection window closes, the Staff Selection Commission will carefully review all the challenges received from candidates. If SSC finds that an objection is valid, they may make changes to the provisional answer key. After reviewing all objections, SSC will release a final answer key.
Following the release of the final answer key, the results for the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam will be declared. Candidates who clear Tier 1 will then be eligible to appear for the next stage of the examination, which is Tier 2.
