The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially published the provisional answer key for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE-2025) Prelims. Aspirants who appeared for the examination across various centers in Odisha can now access their response sheets online. This recruitment drive covers a total of 5012 vacancies across vital posts including Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), and Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS).
The preliminary examination was successfully conducted from 22nd May to 28th June 2026. With the release of the official notification number IIE-120/2025-32199/OSSSC on 3rd July 2026, candidates can evaluate their performance, compute their expected scores, and raise objections against any discrepancies found in the provisional keys before the extended deadline of 19th July 2026.
| Details | Particular |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | OSSSC CRE Prelims Examination 2026 |
| Vacancies | 5012 |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online |
| Status | Released |
| Answer Key Release Date | 3rd July 2026 |
| Last Objection Date | 19th July 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | 22nd May to 28th June 2026 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark |
Details Mentioned on the OSSSC RI ARI AMIN Response Sheet PDF
- Exam Conducting Body Name
- Exam Name
- Post Name
- Exam Date
- Application Number
- Exam Timing
- Correct Response to Questions Asked in the Exam
OSSSC CRE Prelims Exam 2026 Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: 1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: 0.25 Mark
How to Download the OSSSC RI ARI Answer Key 2026
- Open your internet browser and navigate to the Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) official website https://www.osssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, search and click on the “Recruitment News” <> “View All.”
- Select the link titled “Notification Number IIE-120/2025-32199/OSSSC – Provisional Answer Keys for Prelims Examination for the posts of RI, ICDS Supervisor, ARI, Amin & SFS under CRE-2025”.
- A new login page will appear on the screen where you have to enter your registered Application Number and Date of Birth.
- After logging in, your answer key opens on the screen.
- Download your answer key in PDF format and save in your device.
Click Here to Download OSSSC RI ARI Amin Answer Key 2026 (Link Active)
How to Calculate Marks Using OSSSC CRE Prelims Answer Key
- First, download the OSSSC CRE Prelims Answer Key 2026
- Compare each of your answers with those given in the answer key.
- Then, count the number of correct answers and multiply it by 1 mark.
- Count the number of incorrect answers and multiply it by 0.25 marks.
- Then calculate the difference in marks.
- Candidates can also use the formula- Score = (Count the number of correct answers*1)-(Count the number of incorrect answers*0.25).
How to Raise Objection Against OSSSC Answer Key
- Go to the official OSSSC website and navigate to the Notification section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for “Answer Key Objection for the Computer-Based Test for RI ARI posts 2026.”
- Log in using your registered User ID and password.
- Select the specific question number and answer option you wish to challenge.
- Upload valid supporting documentation, such as a textbook reference with page number, to justify your objection.
- Pay the applicable objection fee as specified on the portal and submit.
Click Here to Raise Objections Against OSSSC RI ARI Amin Answer Key 2026
What Happens After the Answer Key?
- Objections against the provisional answer key can be raised until 12th July 2026.
- OSSSC will review all valid objections and release the Final Answer Key.
- The Prelims Result will be prepared and declared based on the final answer key.
- Candidates who clear the Prelims cut off will be called for the Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills.
- This page will be updated with the final answer key and result links as soon as they are officially released.
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