SSC GD Constable Answer key 2026
Download the answer key, calculate your score and raise objections.
Updated 22 October 2026
SSC GD answer key 2026
The SSC GD answer key 2026 (provisional) was released on 15 June 2026, together with each candidate's response sheet. Objections could be raised until 20 June 2026 (6:00 PM) at ₹50 per question. SSC will publish a final answer key after reviewing the objections, and the result and merit list will be based on it.
You log in with your registration number and password to see every question, the option you marked and the option SSC considers correct. This lets you work out your likely score well before the result.
SSC GD answer key 2026 highlights
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| CBE dates | Phase 1: 27 April – 2 May 2026; Phase 2: 4–9 May 2026; Phase 3: 18–23 May 2026; Phase 4: 25–30 May 2026 |
| Provisional answer key and response sheet | 15 June 2026 |
| Objection window | 15 June – 20 June 2026 (till 6:00 PM) |
| Objection fee | ₹50 per question |
| Final answer key | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
| Mode | Online at ssc.gov.in |
The response sheet stays online only for a limited time. Download and save it before the window closes.
How to download the SSC GD answer key
- Visit ssc.gov.in.
- Click the Constable (GD) 2026 answer key link on the home page or in the notices list.
- Log in with your registration number and password.
- Your response sheet opens alongside the official answers.
- Download the PDF and save a copy for score checking and any objection.
How to raise an objection
- Log in through the answer key challenge link during the objection window.
- Choose the question you want to challenge.
- Select the answer you believe is correct and write your justification.
- Upload supporting evidence, such as a page from a standard textbook.
- Pay ₹50 for each question by UPI, card or net banking.
- Submit, and save the confirmation.
Objections sent after the deadline or without the fee are not considered. If an objection is accepted, the answer is corrected for every candidate.
Calculate your SSC GD score
Marking scheme
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks per question | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 2 | 40 |
| B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 2 | 40 |
| C | Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 2 | 40 |
| D | English / Hindi | 20 | 2 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
| Response | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct | +2 |
| Wrong | −0.25 |
| Not attempted | 0 |
Formula: score = (correct × 2) − (wrong × 0.25)
Example: you attempted 72 questions and got 60 right and 12 wrong.
- Marks for correct answers: 60 × 2 = 120
- Deduction: 12 × 0.25 = 3
- Raw score: 117 out of 160
NCC bonus marks
NCC certificate holders get bonus marks on top of the normalised CBE score. In recent cycles this has been 5% of the maximum marks for the 'C' certificate, 3% for 'B' and 2% for 'A', applied after the certificate is verified.
Why your final score may differ
The CBE ran in many shifts, so SSC normalises raw scores before the result. Your final marks can therefore be a little higher or lower than the raw score you work out from the key. Cut-offs are set on normalised marks. You can compare your score with past figures on the SSC GD cut-off page.
What happens after the answer key
- Subject experts review every objection that was filed correctly.
- SSC publishes the final answer key, which cannot be challenged.
- The SSC GD result is declared as a list of roll numbers shortlisted for PET/PST.
Frequently asked questions
When was the SSC GD answer key 2026 released?
The provisional answer key and response sheets were released on 15 June 2026. Objections were accepted until 6:00 PM on 20 June 2026.
What is the fee to challenge the SSC GD answer key?
The fee is ₹50 for each question you challenge, paid online during the objection window.
How long does the SSC GD response sheet stay available?
Only for a limited period, usually until the objection window closes. Download your copy as soon as the link is live.
Is the response sheet different from the answer key?
Yes. The response sheet shows the options you marked, while the answer key shows the correct options. Read together, they let you check your score.
Will SSC release a final answer key for GD 2026?
Yes. After reviewing all objections, SSC publishes a final answer key. It is used to prepare the result and cannot be challenged further.
Always check the latest official notification on ssc.gov.in before applying.