SSC MTS 2026 Tier 1 Answer Key Released; Objections Due March 6

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the provisional answer key for the SSC MTS 2026 Tier 1 exam on March 3. Candidates can download the key from the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in .

Objection Window Open

Candidates have until March 6, 6 PM , to raise objections. A fee of Rs 50 per objection is required. Objections can only be submitted through the official portal.

Exam Details

The SSC MTS 2026 Tier 1 exam took place from February 4 to February 15, 2026. The examination was conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) format.

The exam has two CBT sessions. Session 1 contains 120 questions. Session 2 has 150 questions. The marking scheme awards three marks for each correct answer. One mark is deducted for each incorrect answer in Session 2.

How to Download and Challenge

To download the answer key, candidates must log in to ssc.gov.in . They will need their registration number, password, and a security code. The answer key is available in PDF format.

Steps to Raise Objections:

  • Visit the official website: ssc.gov.in .
  • Locate and click the “SSC MTS answer key” tab.
  • Log in using your registration number and password.
  • Select the questions you wish to challenge.
  • Pay the objection fee of Rs 50 per question online.
  • Submit your challenges and save the receipt.