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SSC CGL 2025 Final Answer Key and Important Dates Released

The Staff Selection Commission has announced the final answer key and important details for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier-1 examination. Candidates can now download their response sheets and check their scores until February 8, 2026. Additionally, city slips for the Tier-2 exam have been released, with the exam scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2026. This article outlines key dates, instructions, and the process for accessing essential documents, ensuring candidates are well-informed ahead of their upcoming exams.
 
SSC CGL 2025 Final Answer Key and Important Dates Released

SSC CGL Final Answer Key Released


Final Answer Key for SSC CGL: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the final answer key, along with candidate response sheets and final scores for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-1 examination of 2025. Eligible candidates can access and download these details from the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.


City Slips and Admit Card Information

Additionally, the commission has issued city slips for the upcoming Tier-2 examination, allowing candidates to check their exam locations. The admit card will be available approximately 2 to 3 days prior to the exam date.


Download Deadline for CGL Tier-1 Answer Key

Deadline for Downloading:
As per the SSC, candidates can download their final answer key, response sheets, and scorecards until 6 PM on February 8, 2026. After this deadline, the download option will no longer be available. Candidates must log in using their registered ID and password.


Important Instructions from SSC

Key Reminders:
The commission has emphasized that candidates should:



  • Print their final answer key, response sheet, and scores promptly.

  • Be aware that these records will not be accessible after the specified time.

  • Understand that no individual requests for these documents will be entertained later.


Key Dates for SSC CGL Recruitment

Important Dates:
Here are the significant dates related to the SSC CGL recruitment process:



  • Exam Date: September 12 to 26, 2025

  • Provisional Answer Key Release: October 16, 2025

  • Last Date to Raise Objections: October 19, 2025

  • Tier-1 Result Announcement: December 18, 2025


Qualified Candidates for Tier-2:
A total of 139,395 candidates have qualified for the Tier-2 examination from the SSC CGL Tier-1.


Breakdown of Qualified Candidates:
Details of candidates qualifying for various posts are as follows:



  • Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): 6,196 candidates

  • Statistical Investigator Grade-II: 2,781 candidates

  • Other Posts: 130,418 candidates


Tier-2 Exam Dates:
The SSC CGL Tier-2 examination is scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2026. A total of 14,582 positions will be filled through this recruitment process. Candidates can download their city slips to determine their examination center and plan their travel accordingly.


How to Download the SSC CGL Tier-1 Response Sheet

Steps to Download:
To access the SSC CGL Tier-1 response sheet, candidates should follow these steps:



  1. Visit the official website ssc.gov.in.

  2. Click on the link for SSC CGL 2025.

  3. Log in using your registered ID and password.

  4. View the final answer key, response sheet, and scores.

  5. Download and save a printout for future reference.