SSC CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026 OUT – Response Sheet, Objection Link & Last Date

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SSC CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026 Released – Check & Raise Objection Now

The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the SSC CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026 along with candidates’ response sheets. Candidates who appeared in the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025 (Tier-II) held on 10 April 2026 can now check their answers and calculate their expected scores.

The answer key is tentative, meaning candidates have the opportunity to raise objections if they find discrepancies.

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Important Dates

Exam Date (Tier 2): 10 April 2026
Answer Key Release Date: 20 April 2026
Objection Window Start: 20 April 2026 (01:00 PM)
Objection Window Last Date: 23 April 2026 (06:00 PM)

⚠️ After the deadline, no challenges will be accepted under any circumstances.

How to Check SSC CHSL Answer Key 2026

Candidates can access their response sheet and answer key through the official SSC website:

👉 Visit: https://ssc.gov.in

Steps to Check:

Go to the official SSC website
Click on the CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key link
Login using Registration Number & Password
View your Response Sheet + Answer Key
Download or print for future reference

Step-by-Step: Where & How to Access Your Actual Data

From Staff Selection Commission website

STEP 1: Open Official Website

👉 Go to: https://ssc.gov.in

Always use official site only
Don’t trust random links

STEP 2: Find the Answer Key Notice

On homepage:

Look for “Latest News / Notices”
Find this exact line (or similar):

👉 “Uploading of Tentative Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) of CHSL 2025 Tier-II”

✔ Click on it

STEP 3: Click on Login Link Inside Notice

After opening notice:

Scroll down
You will see a clickable link

👉 Usually written like:

“Link for Candidate’s Response Sheet & Answer Key”

✔ Click that link

STEP 4: Login Carefully

Now login page will open

Enter:

Registration Number
Password
Captcha (if asked)

👉 Then click Login

⚠️ Common mistake:

Using wrong password → reset if needed

STEP 5: Access Your Dashboard

After login, you will see options like:

🔹 Response Sheet

Your answers (what YOU marked)

🔹 Answer Key

Correct answers (SSC official)

🔹 Challenge Option

Raise objection

STEP 6: Open Response Sheet

Click:

👉 “View Response Sheet”

You will see:

Question number
Your selected option
Status (attempted/unattempted)

STEP 7: Open Answer Key

Click:

👉 “View Answer Key”

You will see:

Correct answer for each question

STEP 8: Understand Question Order Difference

⚠️ Don’t panic here:

Questions order may look different
Options sequence may change

👉 This is NORMAL (SSC already mentioned)

✔ Your answers are still correct internally

STEP 9: Match Answers (Most Important Step)

Now:

Compare your response vs correct answer

Create rough calculation:

✔ Correct → add marks
❌ Wrong → apply negative marking (if applicable)

STEP 10: Download Immediately

👉 VERY IMPORTANT

Click Download / Print
Save PDF

⚠️ After 23 April 2026 (6 PM)
➡️ It will NOT be available

STEP 11: Raise Objection (If Needed)

If any answer seems wrong:

Click Challenge / Objection
Select question
Add justification
Pay ₹50 per question
Submit

Final Checklist (No Mistakes)

✔ Logged in successfully
✔ Viewed response sheet
✔ Checked answer key
✔ Downloaded copy
✔ Raised objection (if needed)

Pro Tip (Very Important)

Do this in one sitting:

Login
Download
Calculate marks
Submit objections

👉 Don’t delay — deadline is strict

How to Submit Objection – SSC CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026

Through Staff Selection Commission portal

Before You Start (Important)

✔ Objection window:
20 April 2026 (1 PM) → 23 April 2026 (6 PM)

✔ Fee: ₹50 per question
✔ Mode: Online only

STEP 1: Login to SSC Portal

👉 Go to: https://ssc.gov.in

Click Answer Key notice
Open response sheet link
Login using:
- Registration Number
- Password

STEP 2: Open Challenge Module

After login, look for:

👉 “Challenge / Submit Representation”

✔ Click on it

STEP 3: Select Question to Challenge

Now you will see:

List of all questions
Your answer
Correct answer

👉 Select the question you want to challenge

✔ Tick/mark that question

STEP 4: Choose Correct Option (Your Claim)

For selected question:

👉 You must select:

The option you believe is correct

⚠️ Don’t just say “wrong” — you must specify correct answer

STEP 5: Add Justification (VERY IMPORTANT)

You will get a text box:

👉 Write proper explanation like:

Reference from book
Rule / concept
Formula (if applicable)

✔ Keep it clear and to the point

💡 Strong justification = higher chance of acceptance

STEP 6: Submit Challenge

Click Submit / Add to Cart
Repeat for multiple questions (if needed)

STEP 7: Pay Fee

👉 Go to payment section

₹50 per question
Pay via:
- UPI
- Debit/Credit card
- Net banking

✔ Complete payment

STEP 8: Final Submission

After payment:

✔ Click Final Submit

👉 You will get confirmation

Common Mistakes (Avoid These)

❌ Not selecting correct alternative option
❌ Writing weak justification
❌ Forgetting payment
❌ Waiting till last minute (site may lag)

💡 Important Notes

No offline objection allowed
No refund of fee
Late submission = rejected automatically

🔥 Pro Strategy

Don’t blindly challenge everything.

👉 Only challenge when:

You are 100% sure answer is wrong
You have valid proof

🎯 Reality Check

Even 1 correct challenge can:
➡️ Increase your score
➡️ Improve selection chances

Important Instructions for Candidates

The sequence of questions and options may differ in the challenge module compared to the actual exam.
This happens because SSC standardizes the sequence in the objection system.
However, your selected answers are accurately recorded and displayed.

SSC CHSL Answer Key Objection Fee

Fee: ₹50 per question/answer challenged
Mode: Online payment only

Candidates must carefully review answers before submitting objections, as fees are non-refundable.

Key Guidelines for Raising Objections

Objections must be submitted online only
No offline or late submissions will be accepted
Ensure proper justification while challenging answers
Submit before 23 April 2026 (6 PM)

Response Sheet Download – Important Note

Candidates are strongly advised to:

✔ Download and print their response sheet
✔ Save it for future reference

🚫 SSC will not provide access after the deadline

Usage Restriction of Question Paper

The question paper is strictly for personal use and self-analysis
Candidates must agree to this condition while accessing the portal

Option-cum-Preference Submission (Very Important)

SSC has announced that candidates will soon be required to submit their:

👉 Post Preferences (Option-cum-Preference Form)

Important Rule:

❌ If you fail to submit preferences within the given time
➡️ You will NOT be considered for final selection

A separate notification will be released for this process.

What Happens Next?

After the objection window closes:

SSC will review all challenges
Final answer key will be prepared
Result and First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) will be released

FAQs – SSC CHSL Answer Key 2026

Q1. Is SSC CHSL Tier 2 Answer Key 2026 released?

Yes, it was released on 20 April 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to raise objections?

The last date is 23 April 2026 (6 PM).

Q3. What is the objection fee?

₹50 per question.

Q4. Can I download my response sheet later?

No, it will not be available after the deadline.

Q5. Is the answer key final?

No, it is tentative. Final answer key will be released after reviewing objections.

Final Advice

Check your answer key immediately
Raise objections (if any) before deadline
Keep your response sheet safe
Stay updated for preference submission notice