The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has released the answer keys for its Group A, B, and C examinations 2026. Candidates who appeared for these exams can download the answer key from the official website, ccras.nic.in . The answer keys were made available on January 16, 2026 .
The CCRAS conducted the written examinations for Group A, B, and C posts from November 24 to December 04, 2025 . These exams were held to fill a total of 394 vacancies . Candidates who submitted their application forms and took the test can now check their answers using this key. It helps them to know how well they performed in the exam.
Key Dates
Here are the important dates related to the CCRAS Group A, B, C Recruitment 2026:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 September 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 September 2025 |
| Application Correction Dates | 25 to 27 September 2025 |
| Exam City Available From | 15 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 20 November 2025 |
| Exam Dates | 24 November to 04 December 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 16 January 2026 |
| Raise Objection Last Date | As Per Schedule |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Application Fees
The application fees for different categories and groups were as follows:
| Category | Group A | Group B | Group C |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹1500/- | ₹700/- | ₹300/- |
| SC/ST/EWS/Other | ₹500/- | ₹200/- | ₹100/- |
Candidates paid fees using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Age Limit and Total Posts
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: Varies by post. Candidates should check the official notification for full details.
There are a total of 394 posts available under this recruitment drive.
Eligibility Details (Total Posts by Group)
The eligibility requirements vary for each group and post. Here is a summary of the posts and basic eligibility:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Group A (Research Officer) | 21 | 10+2, Diploma, MD/MS, M. Pharm, BSc Nursing, Degree, PG Degree, or equivalent from a recognized institution. |
| Group B (Staff Nurse, Assistant) | 48 | (Specific details in notification) |
| Group C (LDC, UDC & Other) | 146 | (Specific details in notification) |
| Group C (MTS) | 179 | (Specific details in notification) |
| Total | 394 |
For complete information on eligibility, candidates must read the official CCRAS Group A, B, C Recruitment Exam Notification 2025.
Salary Information
The salary for selected candidates varies by post and level. In addition to the basic salary, other allowances will be given as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for CCRAS Group A, B, C posts includes several stages:
- CBT Written Examination (Computer Based Test)
- Interview / Skill Test (This depends on the post)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Download CCRAS Group A, B, C Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their answer key:
- Visit the official CCRAS website at ccras.nic.in .
- Look for the link that says ‘CCRAS Group A, B, C Answer Key 2026’ or ‘Check Marks 2026’ and click on it.
- You will need to enter your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- Your CCRAS Group A, B, C Answer Key 2026 will appear on your screen.
- Download, save, or print the answer key for your records.
Candidates can also raise objections against the answer key if they find any errors. The last date to raise objections will be announced soon.