SSC CHSL 2025 Answer Key: Your Complete Guide
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2025 Tier-I examination. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download the answer key, compare their responses, and estimate their probable score. This guide explains the entire process clearly.
What Is a Provisional Answer Key?
A provisional answer key is the first version of answers released by the examination authority after the exam concludes. It is called "provisional" because candidates can challenge individual answers they believe are incorrect. After reviewing all valid objections, SSC releases the final answer key, which is used to calculate the official scores.
How to Download the SSC CHSL 2025 Answer Key
- Visit the official SSC portal: ssc.gov.in
- Navigate to "Candidate Login" and log in using your Registration ID and Password.
- On the candidate dashboard, look for the link titled "CHSL 2025 Tier-I Answer Key".
- Your answer key will be displayed along with your responses (marked during the exam).
- Download and save the PDF for reference.
How to Calculate Your Estimated Score
SSC CHSL 2025 follows a specific marking scheme for Tier-I:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 | -0.50 per wrong answer |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | -0.50 per wrong answer |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | -0.50 per wrong answer |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | -0.50 per wrong answer |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Formula: Estimated Score = (Correct Answers × 2) − (Wrong Answers × 0.5)
How to Raise Objections Against the Answer Key
If you believe a particular answer in the provisional answer key is incorrect, you can formally challenge it. Here's how:
- Log in to the SSC candidate portal.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Provide a valid reason and supporting reference (from a standard textbook or official source).
- Pay the objection fee: ₹100 per question (this fee is refunded if your objection is accepted).
- Submit within the challenge window — SSC typically allows 3–5 days after the answer key release.
What Happens After the Challenge Window Closes?
- SSC's subject matter experts review all submitted objections.
- If a question is found to have a wrong answer, the correct answer is updated in the final key.
- If a question is found to be ambiguous or wrongly framed, it may be deleted and marks awarded to all candidates.
- The final answer key and result are published together on the SSC website.
Important Tips
- Do not rely solely on unofficial answer keys from coaching centres — always use the SSC official key.
- Only raise objections for questions where you have strong supporting evidence.
- Keep your objection fees ready (net banking, UPI, or debit card).
- Save a screenshot of your submitted objections as proof.
The provisional answer key stage is your one and only opportunity to influence the final result. Use it wisely, and stay updated on the final answer key and result date announcements.