Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC CGL Tier-I Answer Key 2026 – Out
Short Information : Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official Answer Key and Candidate Response Sheet for SSC CGL Tier-I Answer Key 2026 – Out (Advt No. PHC/03/2026). Candidates can check the answer key and submit objections online within the stipulated timeline.
Advt No. PHC/03/2026 : Short Details of Notification
📅 Important Dates
| Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | Notify Soon |
| Last Date to Submit Objections | Within Stipulated Time |
💰 Application Fee
| View Answer Key / Response Sheet | ₹ 0/- (Free) |
⏳ Age Limit Details
- Age Limit as on: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27-32 Years (Post Wise)
- Age Relaxation: Age limit as on 01/08/2026: (i) 18-27 Years (born 02-08-1999 to 01-08-2008), (ii) 20-30 Years (born 02-08-1996 to 01-08-2006), (iii) 18-30 Years (born 02-08-1996 to 01-08-2008), (iv) 18-32 Years (born 02-08-1994 to 01-08-2008). Age relaxation extra as per SSC CGL Rules (OBC: 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwBD: 10-15 Years, ExSM: 3 Years after military service).
📋 Vacancy Details & Eligibility
As per SSC Notification (Tentative)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) / Assistant Accounts Officer | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Recognized University. Desirable: CA / CMA / CS / M.Com / MBA (Finance). Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 8 (₹ 47,600 - 1,51,100). |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) - CSS, IB, Railways, MEA, AFHQ, MeitY | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 / 20-30 Years. Pay Level 7 (₹ 44,900 - 1,42,400). |
| Inspector of Income Tax (CBDT) & Inspector Central Excise (CBIC) | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 7 (₹ 44,900 - 1,42,400). |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer / Examiner) - CBIC | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 7 (₹ 44,900 - 1,42,400). |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO) - Directorate of Enforcement (ED) | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 7 (₹ 44,900 - 1,42,400). |
| Sub Inspector (SI) - Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 20-30 Years. Pay Level 7 (₹ 44,900 - 1,42,400). |
| Inspector Posts (Department of Posts) & Inspector (Narcotics) | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 7. |
| Executive Assistant / Research Assistant / Divisional Accountant | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Recognized University. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 6 (₹ 35,400 - 1,12,400). |
| Sub Inspector (SI) - National Investigation Agency (NIA) & NCB | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 6. |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) - MoSPI | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard OR Bachelor Degree with Statistics as a subject. Age: 18-32 Years. Pay Level 6. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II - MHA | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree with Statistics as a subject in all three years. Age: 18-30 Years. Pay Level 6. |
| Auditor & Accountant - Offices under C&AG / CGA | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. Age: 18-27 Years. Pay Level 5 (₹ 29,200 - 92,300). |
| Tax Assistant (CBDT & CBIC) / Postal Assistant / SSA / UDC | Various Posts | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Recognized University. Data Entry Speed of 8,000 Key Depressions per hour. Age: 18-27 Years. Pay Level 4 (₹ 25,500 - 81,100). |
📊 RRB & ZONE-WISE VACANCY DETAILS
| Sl No | RRBs | Railway | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ExSM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Group B & C Posts | All India Tentative Vacancies | As per Dept | As per Dept | As per Dept | As per Dept | As per Dept | 12,256 Posts (Approx.) | Reserved |
🎯 Selection Process & Examination Stages
Stage 1
Tier-I Computer Based Examination (CBT)
Preliminary screening test covering Reasoning (25 Qs / 50 Marks), General Awareness (25 Qs / 50 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Qs / 50 Marks) & English Comprehension (25 Qs / 50 Marks). Total 100 Qs / 200 Marks. 60 Minutes Duration. Negative marking: 0.50 marks per incorrect response.
Stage 2
Tier-II Computer Based Examination & DEST
Paper-I Compulsory: Section-I (Maths 30 Qs & Reasoning 30 Qs = 180 Marks), Section-II (English 45 Qs & GA 25 Qs = 210 Marks), Section-III (Computer Knowledge 20 Qs = 60 Marks qualifying). Session-II: Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) 15 Minutes (2000 key depressions).
Stage 3
Document Verification (DV)
Scrutiny of original credentials (Matriculation DOB, Graduation Degree, Category certificates) conducted by User Departments / Organizations.
Stage 4
Medical Examination
Medical fitness examination conducted by respective Indenting Departments as per designation standards.
📖 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme Overview
Exam Mode
Tier-I Computer Based Test (CBT)
Negative Marking
0.50 Mark Deducted per Incorrect Answer
Total Questions & Marks
100 Questions (200 Total Marks)
Exam Duration
60 Minutes
💡 Syllabus Scheme: Tier-I covers General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension (25 Questions each).
🔑 How to Check Answer Key & File Objections:
1. Visit the official website (https://ssc.gov.in) or click on the Answer Key link above.
2. Enter your Registration Number and Password / Date of Birth in the candidate login panel.
3. View your question paper and recorded responses.
4. Match your answers with the official answer key.
5. If any question/answer is disputed, submit an online representation / objection before the deadline by paying the prescribed challenge fee.
2. Enter your Registration Number and Password / Date of Birth in the candidate login panel.
3. View your question paper and recorded responses.
4. Match your answers with the official answer key.
5. If any question/answer is disputed, submit an online representation / objection before the deadline by paying the prescribed challenge fee.
🔗 Useful Important Direct Links
| Download Answer Key / Response Sheet | Click Here ➔ |
| Online Objection / Challenge Link | File Objection ➔ |
| Download Answer Key Notice PDF | Download Notice ➔ |
| Official Website | Official Website ➔ |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram ➔ |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp ➔ |
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