The wait is almost over for thousands of candidates who appeared for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 2 examination 2025. Following the successful completion of the exam held on 18th January and 19th January 2026, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is expected to release the tentative answer keys and candidates’ response sheets shortly.
Exam Overview and Recent Updates
The Tier 2 exam was a comprehensive two-day event held across various centres in India:
- 18th January: Dedicated to the skill test (Data Entry Speed Test Dest)
- 19th January: Candidates took multiple papers covering mathematical abilities, reasoning, English language, general awareness, computer knowledge and statistics.
The SSC has confirmed that the answer key will be hosted on their new official portal. Although an exact date hasn’t been announced, historical trends suggest that the commission uploads the link within 7 to 14 days after the final exam date.
How To Challenge the Answer Key
Once the answer key is updated, candidates will have a brief window to review their answers, usually of 3 to 5 days. If there is a discrepancy in the official key candidates, they can raise an objection. Below is what candidates need to know:
- Fee: candidates must pay INR 100 per question challenged.
- Refund Policy: This fee is non-refundable regardless of whether the challenge is accepted.
- Method: Objections must be submitted online only. The SSC will not accept challenges sent via email, post, or manual application.
Step To Download the SSC CGL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026
Candidates must follow these simple steps to access your response sheet once its is released:
- Step 1: Visit the official website of SSC CGL www.ssc.gov.in.
- Step 2: Click on the Answer key tab available on the homepage header.
- Step 3: Look for the notification titles uploading of the tentative answer key along with candidates response sheet of the combined graduate level examination (Tier 2) 2025.
- Step 4: Candidates need to enter their registration number and password.
- Step 5: The response sheet will display the question, and the option candidates chose, and the correct answers. Click the print button to save a PDF copy for the record.
Why Response Sheet Matters
The response sheet is an important document for every candidate. It allows them to calculate their raw score before the official results are declared. by comparing your marked answers with the official keys. Candidates can estimate their chances of qualifying for the final merit list.
Candidates are suggested to download and save their response sheet immediately, as the SSC will remove the link from the website after the objection window closes.
