The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) today concluded the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2025 Tier-1 re-examination, held on October 14, 2025 . Candidates affected by earlier disruptions took the re-test. The provisional answer key for both the original and re-exam is expected soon on the official portal, ssc.digialm , followed swiftly by an objection window.
Re-examination Addresses Earlier Disruptions
Approximately 55,000 candidates across various centers in India participated in this re-exam. This step became necessary after technical disruptions and a fire incident compromised portions of the initial Tier-1 exams. The original examination phase occurred between September 12 and 26, 2025 . Admit cards for those eligible to re-take the test were issued starting October 9 on the respective regional SSC websites.
Accessing Answer Keys and Raising Objections
Once released, the provisional answer key for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier-1 will be available for download on ssc.digialm . Candidates will have a designated period to review the key and challenge any answers they believe are incorrect. To raise an objection, candidates must pay a fee of Rs 100 per question. All challenges must adhere to the specific guidelines published by the SSC.
SSC CGL: A Gateway to Government Jobs
The SSC CGL examination serves as a major recruitment drive for various government positions. The current cycle aims to fill a total of 14,582 vacancies within Group B and C posts. The Income Tax Inspector position is among those now classified under Group B. The application period for these roles concluded on July 4, 2025 .
Exam Scale and Challenges Faced
The initial Tier-1 exam witnessed a vast scale of participation. Out of approximately 28 lakh applicants , about 13.5 lakh candidates appeared for the examination. This widespread test was conducted across 255 centers in 126 cities , spanning 45 different shifts .
Despite careful planning, disruptions impacted several sessions. A significant incident occurred on September 26 , when a fire at an examination center in Mumbai led to the complete halt of one shift. Beyond this, technical glitches were widespread. Around 25 shifts nationwide experienced issues such as server crashes and login errors. Following verification, the SSC identified specific candidates affected by these problems and rescheduled their exams for October 14 .
Combating Malpractice and Ensuring Integrity
The SSC also addressed reports of malpractice during the examination. Instances of remote access attempts were identified at certain exam centers. The Commission took strict action, subsequently debarring candidates found guilty of such activities. To ensure fair and secure testing, Aadhaar-based authentication was a mandatory step for all candidates to verify their identity throughout the SSC CGL exam .
Future Stages: Tier-2 and Final Results
Looking ahead, the next crucial phase is the SSC CGL Tier-2 examination. This is provisionally scheduled to be conducted in January 2026 . Following this, the final results for the entire recruitment process are anticipated to be announced in June 2026 . Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in , for all necessary updates concerning the Tier-1 answer key, Tier-2 exam dates, and subsequent results.