SSC CGL Tier 1 2025 Answer Key Out: Check Direct Download Link
The SSC has made public the answer key of the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 2025 and the response sheet for the exams that took place between September 12 to September 26, 2025, and October 14, 2025, for the candidates affected by the situation.
Candidates who appeared for the exam can now download the answer key and response sheet directly from the official website — ssc.gov.in.
A total of 13.5 lakh candidates appeared for the Tier 1 examination out of 28 lakh registered applicants, held across 255 centres in 126 cities nationwide.
SSC CGL Tier 1 2025: Key Details
- Exam Dates: September 12–26 and October 14, 2025
- Total Registered Candidates: 28 lakh
- Appeared Candidates: 13.5 lakh
- Centres: 255 across 126 cities
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
How to Download SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key and Response Sheet
- Visit the official website — ssc.gov.in
- On the homepage, go to the “Notice Board” section.
- Click on “Uploading of Tentative Answer Keys along with Candidates’ Response Sheet.”
- The answer key PDF and response sheet will open — download and save for future reference.
The response sheet includes crucial details such as:
- Roll Number and Candidate Name
- Examination and Post Name
- Test Date, Time, and Centre
- List of Questions and Responses
Objection Window Open Till October 19
Candidates who find discrepancies in the tentative answer key can raise objections online till October 19, 2025 (9 PM) by paying a fee of ₹50 per question.
To file objections:
- Visit ssc.gov.in and log in.
- Under “My Applications”, select “Answer Key Challenge” for SSC CGL Tier 1.
- Choose the type of complaint, provide a brief description, and upload a supporting scanned image.
- Submit the objection and pay the requisite fee.
- Use the “View Grievance Question” option to review submitted objections.
The SSC has clearly stated that no objections will be accepted and the answer keys or response sheets will not be available after the deadline.
Next Steps
After reviewing all objections, the commission will release the final answer key and Tier 1 results, followed by the schedule for the SSC CGL Tier 2 exam.
