UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026 out; check steps to download provisional key, calculate score

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 on November 2. Candidates who appeared for the examination can download the answer key from the commission's official website. They can check responses and raise objections if they find any discrepancies.

UPSSSC PET 2026 examination was conducted on October 25, October 30 and November 1 at 1,372 centres across 60 districts of Uttar Pradesh. 35,41,297 candidates registered for the examination, of whom 24,36,253 appeared and the attendance rate stood at 68.79%.

Steps to download UPSSSC PET answer key 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to access provisional answer key:

• Go to the official website of UPSSSC
• On homepage, open the 'Notice Board' or 'Latest Updates' section
• Look for the notification titled UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026
• Click on the answer key link
• In the next step, check the answers and download the PDF for references

Post downloading the provisional key, candidates can compare the answers with their responses recorded during exam. They can also raise objections in case of discrepancies in the answers.

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How to calculate UPSSSC PET score 2026?

Candidates can estimate their UPSSSC scores using the marking scheme. Each correct answer carries one mark, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect response. No marks are awarded or deducted for unanswered questions. The estimated score can be calculated using the following formula:

Score = (Number of correct answers × 1) − (Number of incorrect answers × 0.25)

According to UPSSSC chairman SN Sabat, arrangements were made to install and ensure the proper functioning of jammers at examination centres in 20 districts. The measure was intended to prevent unauthorised electronic communication during the examination. The Preliminary Eligibility Test is conducted by UPSSSC to establish a common screening system for recruitment to various Group C government posts in Uttar Pradesh. It is a qualifying and screening examination that allows eligible candidates to apply for recruitment to different posts.