The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the provisional answer key and response sheet for the SSC Selection Post Phase 14, 2026 examination on its official website, ssc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now access these documents using their registration number and password. This step helps candidates verify their answers and raise objections if they find discrepancies.
- Candidates can download the provisional answer key and response sheet from the official SSC website.
- Objections against the answer key can be submitted from October 9 to October 12, 2026, until 4 PM.
- A fee of Rs 50 is required for each objection submitted.
- Late submissions or objections through other modes will not be accepted.
- Response sheets should be printed before the challenge portal closes, as they will not be available afterward.
How can candidates download the SSC Selection Post Phase 14 answer key and response sheet?
Candidates need to visit the official SSC website and log in using their registration number and password. After logging in, they can download the provisional answer key and their individual response sheet. It is important to save or print the response sheet because it will not be accessible after the objection window closes.
What is the process for submitting objections to the provisional answer key?
Objections against the provisional answer key can be submitted online through the SSC challenge management portal. Candidates must submit their challenges between October 9 and October 12, 2026, by 4 PM. Each objection requires a payment of Rs 50. The SSC has made it clear that no objections will be accepted after the deadline or through any other means.
Are there any guidelines for using the question paper and response sheet?
The SSC has instructed candidates that the saved question paper is strictly for personal use and self-analysis. When submitting challenges, candidates must agree to an undertaking confirming this. Detailed guidelines about the Challenge/Objection Management System are available on the SSC website. Candidates should review these guidelines carefully before submitting objections.
What details are known about the SSC Selection Post Phase 14 examination?
The SSC conducted the Phase 14, 2026 examination from September 16 to 26 in a computer-based test (CBT) format. The exam consisted of four sections, each containing 25 questions, totaling 100 questions. The maximum marks for the exam were 200. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I download the SSC Selection Post Phase 14 provisional answer key?
A: The answer key and response sheet are available on the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, accessible through candidate login.
Q: What is the last date to submit objections against the answer key?
A: Objections must be submitted by October 12, 2026, up to 4 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Q: Is there a fee for submitting objections?
A: Yes, candidates must pay Rs 50 for each objection or challenge they submit.
Q: Can I request the response sheet after the objection deadline?
A: No, the SSC will not entertain any requests for response sheets or answer keys after the challenge portal closes.
Q: What is the negative marking scheme in the exam?
A: The exam deducts 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer.
