Brief Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Final Answer Key for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 Examination, 2025. Candidates who participated in the Tier 1 exam, conducted from September 12th to 26th, 2025, can now access their response sheets and evaluate their marks. This release is essential for aspirants to verify their performance as they prepare for the upcoming Tier 2 examination.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Examination: Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 Examination 2025
- Total Vacancies (for this recruitment drive): 14,582
- Tier 1 Exam Dates: September 12th to 26th, 2025
- Answer Key Status: Final Answer Key Released
- Final Answer Key Release Date: January 9th, 2026
- Last Date to Download: February 8th, 2026 (6:00 PM)
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Tier 1 Examination Conducted |
12th to 26th September 2025 |
| Tier 1 Result Declared |
18th December 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Released |
9th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Download Key & Marks |
8th February 2026 |
| Tier 2 Examination |
18th & 19th January 2026 |
How to Download SSC CGL Final Answer Key 2025
To access your final answer key, response sheet, and marks, please follow these straightforward steps:
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website: ssc.gov.in
- Navigate to the "Answer Key" or "Result/Marks" section prominently displayed on the homepage.
- Locate and click on the link titled "Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025 (Tier-I): Uploading of Final Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) and Marks".
- You will be prompted to log in using your Registration Number/User ID and Password.
- Upon successful login, your final answer key, individual response sheet, and marks will be displayed on your screen.
- It is highly recommended to download and save the PDF document for your personal records and future reference.
Calculate Your Score Using the Final Answer Key (Tier 1)
Candidates can confirm their Tier 1 score using the following formula and marking scheme:
- Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 2) – (Number of Wrong Answers × 0.5)
Marking Scheme for SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam:
- For each Correct Answer: +2 marks
- For each Wrong Answer: -0.5 mark (Negative Marking)
- For Unattempted Questions: 0 marks
Important Note: The released final answer key is conclusive, and no further objections can be submitted against it. Please ensure you download your answer key and response sheet before the stipulated deadline of February 8th, 2026, as the access link will be removed thereafter.
