SSC GD Constable Answer Key 2026 Out: Download Response Sheet PDF for 25,487 Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the provisional SSC GD Constable Answer Key 2026 along with candidate response sheets. The computer-based test (CBT) was conducted in four distinct phases from 27th April to 31st May 2026 to fill 25,487 permanent vacancies across various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Assam Rifles.

With more than 48 lakh applicants participating in this massive nationwide recruitment drive, the release of the answer key marks a crucial milestone. Candidates can now log into the updated official SSC portal using their credentials to view their recorded responses, calculate their tentative scores, and raise objections against any discrepancies. The online challenge window remains active from 15th June 2026 (06:00 PM) to 20th June 2026 (06:00 PM).

SSC GD Answer Key 2026 Overview

Recruitment Component	Official Details & Metrics
Exam Conducting Authority	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Name of the Examination	Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Exam, 2026
Total Vacancies Announced	25,487 Posts
SSC GD Written Exam Dates	27th April to 31st May 2026
Answer Key Release Date	15th June 2026 (06:00 PM)
Objection Window Timeline	15th June 2026 to 20th June 2026 (06:00 PM)
Objection Fee per Question	₹50/- per challenged question
Selection Process Stages	Computer Based Exam (CBT) ➔ PET/PST ➔ Medical (DME/RME) ➔ DV
Official Website Interface	ssc.gov.in

Post-Wise and Force-Wise Vacancy Breakup

The total pool of 25,487 posts is distributed across major paramilitary and security organizations, providing a clear division for male and female candidates. Out of the absolute total, 23,467 positions are designated for male candidates and 2,020 positions are reserved for female candidates.

Force-Wise Vacancy Distribution Table

Paramilitary Force Name	Male Vacancies	Female Vacancies	Aggregate Total Vacancies
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)	13,135	1,460	14,595
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)	5,366	124	5,490
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)	1,764	0	1,764
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)	1,099	194	1,293
Rifleman (General Duty) – Assam Rifles (AR)	1,556	150	1,706
Border Security Force (BSF)	524	92	616
Secretariat Security Force (SSF)	23	0	23
Grand Cumulative Total	23,467	2,020	25,487

Step-by-Step Procedure to Download SSC GD Answer Key 2026

Candidates must access the newer unified commission website to pull up their sheets. Follow this workflow to securely get your response script:

1.Navigate to the Official Portal:Step 1.

Open your web browser and navigate directly to the primary domain: ssc.gov.in. Do not use the legacy ssc.nic.in domain as it will not mirror current active updates.

2.Access Candidate Login Portal:Step 2.

Locate the secure login module on the right-hand corner or top menu layout of the homepage. Enter your unique Registration Number and Password alongside the generated visual Captcha string.

3.Locate the Answer Key Segment:Step 3.

Once inside your candidate dashboard, look for the designated “Answer Key” or “Latest News/Notifications” tab. Click on the link explicitly titled “Uploading of Tentative Answer Keys along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) – Constable (GD) Exam 2026”.

4.Generate the Response Sheet:Step 4.

An official notice will open. Scroll to the bottom link embedded within the document which routes directly to the DigiALM login console (ssc.digialm.com). Re-enter your Exam Roll Number and Password (as listed on your SSC GD admit card). Click “Generate” to view your comprehensive question paper response sheet.

Step-by-Step Guide to Raise Online Objections

If you detect any factual error or an incorrect solution marked by the commission’s panel in the provisional key, you can submit an online challenge before the cutoff time.

1. Log In to the Challenge Dashboard: Access your profile via the ssc.gov.in platform and select the active Objection Link for SSC GD Constable 2026.
2. Select Question IDs: Pick the precise Question ID number you want to contest from your downloaded response sheet.
3. Upload Evidential Proof: Upload high-resolution, readable scans or PDF documents supporting your claims (such as standard textbook formulas or authentic solutions) as reference material.
4. Process the Payment: Complete the mandatory payment of ₹50 per question challenged via the online payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit cards, or UPI.
5. Finalize Submission: Submit your objections. The server will generate an objection confirmation docket. Note down your objection reference digits.

Crucial Warning: No challenges or communications via offline post, email, or physical drops will be entertained under any circumstances. The objection interface shuts down automatically at exactly 06:00 PM on 20th June 2026.

SSC GD Marking Scheme & Score Calculation

Candidates can calculate their estimated scores using the official marking parameters:

• Correct Answer: Earns +2 Marks.
• Incorrect Answer: Results in a penalty deduction of -0.25 Marks.
• Unattempted Questions: 0 Marks (No positive or negative changes).

$$\text{Estimated Score} = (\text{Total Correct Answers} \times 2) – (\text{Total Incorrect Answers} \times 0.25)$$

Next Stage: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates who score above the upcoming category cutoffs will be shortlisted for the physical testing rounds. The basic qualifying benchmarks for most general and regional categories include:

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Running Standards

• Male Candidates: Must cover a 5 km race within 24 minutes (For Ladakh region: 1.6 km in 6 minutes and 30 seconds).
• Female Candidates: Must cover a 1.6 km race within 8 minutes and 30 seconds (For Ladakh region: 800 meters in 4 minutes).

2. Physical Standard Test (PST) General Thresholds

• Height Requirements: Minimum 170 cm for male applicants and 157 cm for female applicants (Concessions apply to ST category and hill station regions).
• Chest Requirements (Males Only): Unexpanded minimum of 80 cm with a mandatory expansion profile of at least 5 cm.

Official Links Hub

• Official Website : Official Staff Selection Commission Website
• Download Answer Key / Objection Form : SSC Application Portal Dashboard

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the final deadline to download the answer key and challenge questions?

The absolute deadline to check your sheets and file online challenges is 20th June 2026 until 06:00 PM.

What is the fee required to raise an objection against an answer option?

Candidates must pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₹50/- for every individual question challenged on the portal.

Will my fee be refunded if my raised objection is found to be accurate?

No, the ₹50 objection processing fee per question is entirely non-refundable, regardless of the ultimate verdict reached by the expert panels.

I cannot find my answer key link on the older ssc.nic.in website. Why?

The Staff Selection Commission has fully migrated all current and future structural updates to its new domain portal: ssc.gov.in. The older legacy platform will not display or run the 2026 exam modules.

When will the final corrected answer key and results be declared?

The final answer key along with the written examination result scorecard is expected to be published approximately 4 to 6 weeks after processing all candidates’ provisional objections, tentatively by mid-to-late July 2026.