The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the tentative answer key and candidate response sheets for the 2026 Constable (GD) examination. With approximately 24 lakh candidates having appeared for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) between April 27 and May 30, 2026, this release marks a crucial step toward the final results. Applicants now have a limited window to review their performance and submit any necessary objections.
SSC GD Examination Overview
The recruitment drive aims to fill 25,487 vacancies across various paramilitary organizations. Understanding your performance is essential for the upcoming stages of the selection process.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) |
| Exam Name | Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and a Sepoy in the Narcotics Control Bureau Examination-2026 |
| Paramilitary Forces | BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF, and NCB |
| Vacancy | 25487 |
| Exam Dates | 27th April to 30th May 2026 |
| Answer Key | 15th June 2026 |
| Raise Objections | 15th to 20th June 2026 |
| Result & Cut Off Date | August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written examination (Computer Based), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification and Medical Test |
| Official Website | www.ssc.gov.in |
How to Download SSC GD Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission at www.ssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'Quick Links' section on the homepage and click on the 'Answer Key' tab.
- Locate and select the link titled 'Uploading of Tentative Answer Keys along with Candidatesβ Response Sheet(s) of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and Sepoy in Narcotics Control Bureau Examination 2026' and review the instructions.
- Return to the main login portal and enter your credentials, including your Registration Number and SSC Password.
- View the personalized SSC GD Answer Key and Response Sheet 2026 on the dashboard.
- Download the PDF version of the response sheet to cross-verify answers.
How to Calculate Marks Using SSC GD Official Answer Key 2026
- Open the SSC GD Answer Key using your roll number and password.
- Compare each of the 80 questions against your recorded response.
- Tally the number of correct and incorrect answers.
- Multiply the number of correct answers by 2.
- Multiply the number of incorrect answers by 0.25 (negative marking penalty).
- Subtract the total negative marks from the total marks gained from correct answers to get the expected score.
How to Raise Objections Against Official Answer Key
If you believe there is an error in the provided answer key, you have until 6:00 PM on June 20, 2026, to file a challenge.
- Log in to the SSC website using your registration number and password.
- Navigate to 'My Applications' and click on 'Answer Key Challenge'.
- Select the SSC General Duty Constable Examination-2026.
- Enter your roll number and password in the provided login page.
- Select the specific question(s) to challenge.
- Pay a fee of Rs. 50/- for each objection.
- Repeat the selection and payment process for additional objections.
Selection Process Stages
- Written examination (Computer Based)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification and Medical Test
Included Paramilitary Forces
- BSF
- CISF
- CRPF
- SSB
- ITBP
- AR
- SSF
- NCB
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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