SSC CGL 2025 answer key challenge deadline extended to Oct 21; steps to raise objections

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has extended the deadline for challenging the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) tier-1 answer key. The SSC CGL answer key challenge link 2025 will be available on the official website, ssc.gov.in, till 11 am on October 21.

After facing severe criticism over mismanagement in national-level recruitment exams, the commission conducted the SSC CGL exam for 14,582 vacancies from September 12 to 26. A re-exam was held in 44 centres on October 14 for candidates who faced technical glitches.

To further facilitate candidates, it also launched an official X account - @SSC_GoI - to post latest and verified updates on all SSC exams. Moreover, the commission decided to publish the answer key and provide a challenge facility for SSC CGL exams. However, it informed candidates that the SSC CGL question paper available on the portal is “strictly for personal use”.

“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,” the latest notice read.

SSC CGL response sheet

SSC CGL answer sheet has color coding for responses made by aspirants.

• Green colour indicates that they have selected the correct answer.
• Red colour indicates that they have selected an incorrect answer.
• Yellow shows the actual correct answer for the response, in case they chose the wrong answer.
• Grey highlights unattempted questions.

How to challenge SSC CGL 2025 answer key?

To challenge the SSC CGLE answer key 2025, candidates will have to follow the steps given below.

• Candidates will have to login on the SSC official website, ssc.gov.in.
• Select the link that says, “Click here to challenge the question”.
• The selection question along with the four options will be displayed.
• Select the appropriate complaint type from the dropdown.
• In the compliant text box, clearly describe the issue and support your claim by providing details.
• Upload supporting documents if required.
• After entering all details, click on “Proceed to pay” and submit Rs 50 per question challenged.