The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially published the tentative answer keys and candidate response sheets for the recently conducted Computer Based Test (CBT). Aspirants who appeared for the examination can now access their personalized documents through the official online portal. Around 24 lakh candidates who participated in the exam held between 27th April and 30th May 2026 can verify their responses and calculate their estimated scores.
Overview of SSC GD Recruitment 2026
This recruitment drive aims to fill 25,487 vacancies for Constable (General Duty), Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and Sepoy in the Narcotics Control Bureau across several prestigious paramilitary organizations. Below is a detailed summary of the examination and evaluation parameters.
| 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 |
Paramilitary Forces / Organizations Involved
Successful candidates will be recruited across multiple security and enforcement agencies:
- BSF
- CISF
- CRPF
- SSB
- ITBP
- AR
- SSF
- NCB
Selection Process Stages
The multi-stage selection workflow consists of the following consecutive phases:
- Written examination (Computer Based)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification and Medical Test
How to Download SSC GD Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps to access your response sheets directly:
- Navigate to the official website of the Staff Selection Commission at www.ssc.gov.in.
- Locate and select the "Answer Key" tab within the "Quick Links" section on the homepage.
- Click on the notification titled "Uploading of Tentative Answer Keys along with Candidates' Response Sheet(s) for Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and Sepoy in NCB Examination 2026." Carefully read all provided instructions.
- Return to the homepage login portal and authenticate using your Registration Number and SSC Password.
- Your personalized SSC GD Answer Key and Response Sheet 2026 will be displayed on the screen.
- Download the PDF and cross-reference your answers with the official keys provided in the document.
Click to Download SSC GD Answer Key 2026 (Link Active)
How to Calculate Marks Using SSC GD Official Answer Key 2026
The exam paper contains 80 questions. Each correct answer carries 2 marks, while a 0.25 negative marking penalty applies for every incorrect response. Use this procedure to estimate your score:
- Open the SSC GD Answer Key using your roll number and password.
- Start with question 1 and write down whether it is correct or not on a blank piece of paper.
- Continue the same procedure for all 80 questions.
- Now add on how many correct questions you have answered and how many incorrect answers there are.
- Multiply the number of correct answers by 2 and the number of incorrect answers by 0.25.
- Subtract the multiplication of correct and incorrect answers.
- The answer with the expected marks will be scored in the SSC GD 2026 Exam.
How to Raise Objections Against Official Answer Key
If candidates notice any discrepancies, they can challenge the answer key by paying a fee of Rs. 50 per challenged question before 6:00 PM on 20th June 2026:
- Log in to the SSC website using your registration number and password.
- Then, under "My Applications", click on "Answer Key Challenge".
- Select the SSC General Duty Constable Examination-2026.
- Again, a login page appears, where you have to enter your role number and password.
- Select the question you want to raise objections to or challenge.
- Pay a fee of Rs. 50/- for each objection.
- Repeat the process from point 5 to raise more objections.
Click to Raise Objection Against SSC GD Answer Key 2026 (Link Active)
Next Steps for Candidates
After computing your scores and submitting any required challenges before the deadline, keep your documents ready for the subsequent stages. The final results and cut-off marks are scheduled to be announced in August 2026. Successful candidates should prepare rigorously for the upcoming Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST).
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