The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the final answer key, candidate response sheets, and marks for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2025 Tier 1 examination. This release provides candidates with their definitive scores and correct answers. Candidates can download these crucial documents and check their final marks directly through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in . The dedicated download portal will remain active for this purpose until February 8, 2026, at 6 PM . All participating candidates should secure their documents before this deadline.
Important Action: Download Your Documents
Accessing the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 response sheet and marks requires a candidate’s registered ID and password. The commission has explicitly stated the importance of downloading and printing these documents. Once the portal closes on February 8, 2026, access will cease. The SSC will not entertain any individual requests for these documents thereafter, under any circumstances. Therefore, printing a copy of the final answer keys, along with the candidate’s response sheet and scorecard, is essential for future reference and verification.
Steps to Download Your SSC CGL Tier 1 Documents:
- Navigate your web browser to the official Staff Selection Commission website: ssc.gov.in .
- On the homepage, locate and click on the specific link titled “Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025 (Tier-I) – Uploading of Final Answer Keys along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) and Marks.”
- You will be redirected to a login page. Enter your registered roll number (User ID) and password into the designated fields.
- After successful login, your final answer key, the response sheet detailing your submitted answers, and your calculated marks will be displayed on the screen.
- Review the information carefully. Download and print these documents immediately for your personal records.
SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1: Key Dates and Milestones
The Combined Graduate Level 2025 Tier 1 examination was conducted over a two-week period, from September 12 to September 26, 2025 . Following the examinations, the commission proceeded with the evaluation process. The provisional answer key for Tier 1 was initially released on October 16, 2025 , allowing candidates to review their answers and raise any discrepancies. Candidates had a limited window, until October 19, 2025 , to submit objections to the provisional key. After reviewing these objections and making necessary adjustments, the final result for SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 was officially announced on December 18, 2025 .
Qualification for Tier 2 and Upcoming Exam Schedule
A substantial number of candidates, totaling 1,39,395 , have successfully qualified for the SSC CGL Tier 2 examination. This next stage is crucial for final selection. The qualified candidates are distributed across various posts:
- 6,196 candidates have qualified specifically for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) positions.
- 2,781 candidates have qualified for Statistical Investigator Grade 2 roles.
- The largest group, comprising 1,30,418 candidates , has qualified for other diverse posts within the central government structure.
The SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 examination is scheduled to take place on January 18 and January 19, 2026 . Candidates who have qualified must now focus their preparation on this upcoming examination.
Total Vacancies in the Recruitment Drive
This comprehensive recruitment drive by the Staff Selection Commission aims to fill a significant number of positions. A total of 14,582 vacancies are available across various departments, ministries, and organizations of the Government of India. The Combined Graduate Level examination serves as a pathway for graduates to secure reputable positions and contribute to public service.