The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key, response sheets, and question papers for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2025 Tier-1 examination. Candidates can challenge the answer key online at ssc.gov.in. The deadline to submit objections is 9 PM on October 19 . A fee of Rs 50 is required for each challenged question.
Approximately 13.5 lakh candidates are affected by this release. They can now download their response sheet, question paper, and the answer key from the official SSC website. The objection fee was reduced from Rs 100 to Rs 50 to ease candidate costs.
Key Dates and Process
The answer key was initially scheduled for release on October 15. This date followed a re-examination held for affected candidates. The delay caused discontent among aspirants.
To challenge an answer:
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in .
- Locate the link for the CGL Tier-1 answer key and challenge window.
- Log in using required credentials.
- Select the question(s) to challenge.
- Pay the Rs 50 objection fee per question.
- Submit the challenge before the October 19, 9 PM deadline.
Exam Conduct and Irregularities
The CGL Tier-1 exam took place from September 12 to 26. A re-examination occurred on October 14 for specific candidates across 44 centers. The examination period faced issues, including technical glitches and delays.
Controversy arose following arrests related to the exam. Police in Dhanbad arrested the server manager of a Barwadda exam center. The manager faced accusations of aiding candidates in cheating during the examination.
Normalization Method Explained
The SSC has introduced an equi-percentile normalization method for the CGL 2025 Tier-1 results. This new process aims to ensure fairness across all exam shifts. It addresses variations in paper difficulty levels.
Under this method, candidate scores are compared based on their percentile. This differs from comparing raw marks. The commission stated this ensures consistent and fair results, even if some exam batches receive tougher papers than others.
Related Developments
Separately, the Delhi High Court has questioned an SSC order restricting post-exam paper discussions. The court has requested a response from the government on this matter.