The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will release the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 examination answer key for 2025 on October 15, 2025 . Candidates can expect the provisional answer keys to be available by 3 PM , with a potential delay pushing the release to 6 PM . The answer key will be published on the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
The CGL Tier 1 examination was conducted from September 12 to 26, 2025 . A re-examination was held on October 14, 2025 . These examinations aim to fill approximately 14,582 posts across Group B and C categories within various government departments.
The provisional answer key allows candidates to review their performance and identify potential discrepancies. Following its release, a window will open for candidates to challenge any errors found in the official keys.
Answer Key Release Details
The Staff Selection Commission has not yet announced an exact release time for the 2025 CGL Tier 1 answer key. However, based on previous release patterns, the key is anticipated to be live by 3 PM . Administrative or technical issues could delay this until 6 PM on the same day.
Candidates should monitor the official SSC website for the most current updates regarding the answer key publication. The key released will be a preliminary version, subject to challenges from candidates.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Expected Time 1 of Answer Key | By 3 PM |
| Expected Time 2 of Answer Key | By 6 PM |
The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination is a critical step for graduates seeking government employment. The answer key provides transparency and allows candidates to estimate their scores before the final results.
How to Download the Answer Key
Candidates can access and download the SSC CGL Tier 1 2025 provisional answer key by following these steps:
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website: ssc.gov.in .
- Locate the ‘Answer Key’ section on the homepage.
- Find and click the link titled ‘Combined Graduate Level Exam Tier 1 2025 Answer Key’.
- A login page will appear. Enter your username and password.
- Submit the login credentials.
- The provisional answer keys will display on your screen.
- Download the answer key in PDF format for future reference.
Retain a copy of the downloaded answer key for any potential future review or objection submission.
Objection Window and Fee
The release of the provisional answer key initiates a limited-time window for candidates to raise objections. If a candidate identifies an error in any of the official answers, they can challenge it.
A fee of Rs 100 applies for each question challenged. Candidates must upload supporting documents to substantiate their objection. All challenges must be submitted online through the official portal within the specified deadline. The Commission will review all valid objections before publishing the final answer key and results.