The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Final Answer Key for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2025 Tier-1, along with candidates’ response sheets and individual scorecards. The announcement was made through Notice No. HQ-C11018/5/2025-C-1 (E-13059) dated 9th January 2026.
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SSC CGL Official Final Answer Key 2025
The Commission has uploaded the Final Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) for Tier-I of the Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025 on its official website on 09.01.2026 (06:00 PM). In addition, marks for all qualified and non-qualified candidates have also been made live. Candidates can access their individual scorecards from 09.01.2026 (06:00 PM) to 08.02.2026 (06:00 PM) by logging in through their Registered ID and Password.
SSC CGL Exam 2025 Overview
The SSC CGL is one of the most competitive examinations in the country for graduate-level government posts. Here’s a quick overview of the key details:
| Exam Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) – 2025 |
| Vacancies | 14,582 (Group B & C) |
| Tier 1 Exam Dates | 12th to 26th September 2025, Re-exam on 14th October 2025 |
| Tier 1 Answer Key Release Date | 15th October 2025 |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online at official website |
| Final tier 1 Answer Key | 09th January2026 |
| Selection Process | Tier 1 (Computer-Based Test) and Tier 2 (Computer-Based Test) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL Official Answer Key 2025 PDF Download Link
The Commission is set to upload the provisional answer keys by today evening. This key will provide the correct responses to all questions asked in the various shifts of the Tier 1 examination. Candidates should keep their login credentials-Roll Number and Password-ready, as they will be required to access their personalized response sheet and the corresponding answer key once it goes live.
How to Download SSC CGL Answer Key 2025
Candidates can download their response sheet and the answer key by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of SSC: ssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for and click on the “Answer Key” link or a similar notification.
- Find and click on the notification for “Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025 (Tier-I): Uploading of Provisional Answer Keys”.
- A new page will open. Click on the link provided to proceed to the login portal.
- Select the examination “Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025” and click ‘Submit’.
- On the next page, click on “Click Here” under the candidate’s login section.
- Enter your Roll Number and Password (as per your admission certificate) to log in.
- Your SSC CGL Response Sheet and Answer Key 2025 will be displayed on the screen.
- Download the PDF and save it for future reference and to calculate your marks.
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SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern
Candidates who clear Tier 1 will appear for Tier 2. The exam pattern for Tier 2 is as follows:
| Papers | Sections | Module | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Section 1 | Module I- Mathematical Abilities Module II- Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 30 | 180 | 1 hour |
| Section II | Module I- English Language and Comprehension Module II- General Awareness | 45 25 | 210 | 1 hour | |
| Section III | Module I- Computer Knowledge Test Module II- Data Entry Speed Test | 20 One Data Entry Task | 60 | 15 min 15 min | |
| Paper 2 | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
SSC CGL Answer Key FAQs
Q1: Where can I download the SSC CGL Answer Key 2025?
Ans: The SSC CGL Answer Key can be downloaded from the official SSC website at https://ssc.gov.in. You need your Roll Number and Password to access it.
Q2: What is the last date to raise objections against the SSC CGL answer key?
Ans: The last date to challenge the provisional answer key will be notified by the SSC shortly on their website. Candidates typically have 2-3 days after the key’s release to submit their objections.
Q3: Is there a fee for challenging the SSC CGL answer key?
Ans: Yes, a fee of ₹50 per challenged question is required. If the objection is found correct, the amount will be refunded.
