SSC CGL 2025 Answer Key Challenge Extended—Here’s How to Raise Objections Before October 21
SSC CGL 2025 Answer Key Objection Window Extended—Act Fast Before October 21
If you appeared for the SSC CGL Tier-I exam in 2025, here’s an important update you shouldn’t miss. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has extended the deadline to raise objections against the provisional answer key. Candidates now have until 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, to submit their challenges online.
This extension gives aspirants a fair chance to review their responses, compare them with the official key, and raise valid objections. With over 28 lakh registrations and 13.5 lakh candidates appearing across 255 centres in 126 cities, the SSC CGL remains one of India’s most competitive government exams.
Revised SSC CGL 2025 Objection Dates & Official Notice
Originally, the last date to raise objections was October 19, 2025. However, due to high traffic and technical issues on the SSC website, the Commission issued a revised notice:
“It has been decided to extend the last date up to which the facility will be live from 19.10.2025 (09:00 PM) to 21.10.2025 (11:00 AM). All other terms and conditions mentioned in the Notice dated 16.10.2025 remain the same.”
This means candidates still have time to challenge any discrepancies in the answer key, but they must act quickly.
How to Download SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025
To access your response sheet and the provisional answer key, follow these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Click on the “Login” button at the top right corner
- Enter your SSC OTR and password
- Go to the Exam Dashboard for SSC CGL 2025
- Download your response sheet and answer key
Due to heavy traffic, the site may crash temporarily. If that happens, try again after some time.
How to Raise Objections Against SSC CGL Answer Key
If you find any incorrect answers in the provisional key, here’s how to challenge them:
- Log in at ssc.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Answer Key” section
- Select the question(s) you want to challenge
- Upload supporting documents or references
- Pay ₹50 per question challenged
- Submit your objection before 11:00 AM on October 21
Make sure your evidence is clear and relevant. Only valid challenges will be reviewed by SSC’s subject experts.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Marking Scheme & Score Calculation
Understanding the marking scheme helps you estimate your score:
- ✅ Each correct answer: +2 marks
- ❌ Each incorrect answer: -0.5 marks
- ⚖️ No penalty for unanswered questions
Use the answer key to compare your responses and calculate your expected score. This can help you predict your Tier-I result and prepare for Tier-II.
SSC CGL 2025 Exam Overview & Re-Exam Update
The Tier-I exam was held from September 12 to 26, 2025, with a re-exam conducted on October 14 at 44 centres for rescheduled candidates.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), SSC stated:
“The CGLE-2025 exam for rescheduled candidates was successfully conducted today over 44 centres across the country.”
This year’s turnout reaffirms the exam’s importance in India’s government job ecosystem.
🔗 External Links for Reference
- Times of India: SSC CGL 2025 Objection Deadline Extended
- Careers360: SSC CGL 2025 Answer Key Challenge Guide
- OneIndia: SSC CGL 2025 Objection Window Details
