The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has released the Final Answer Key for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted for Group A, B & C posts (Advertisement No. 04/2025). This recruitment aimed to fill 394 vacancies in various roles across 26 disciplines.
Latest Update (as of March 2026): The final answer key was released on 25-26 February 2026 (Notification No. 14/15 dated 25/26 February 2026), after reviewing 219 objections on 138 questions from the provisional key. Five answers were revised/changed based on valid objections. The access window for viewing/downloading the final key and response sheet is open until 28 February 2026 (11:59 PM)—log in immediately if you appeared in the exam!
The CBT was held in two phases:
- Phase 1: 24-28 November 2025
- Phase 2: 2-4 December 2025
Provisional Answer Key was released in January 2026, with objections accepted from 19-21 January 2026 (fee ₹300 per question).
Key Highlights
- Posts Included: Research Officer, Assistant Research Officer, Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Stenographer, UDC, LDC, MTS, and others (Group A/B/C technical & non-technical roles in Ayurvedic research).
- Total Vacancies: 394.
- Exam Mode: Online CBT (objective MCQs).
- Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Wrong Answer: -0.25 marks (for most Group A/B/C posts; no negative marking for MTS)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
- Score Calculation: Total Score = (Correct × 1) – (Wrong × 0.25) [adjust for MTS if applicable].
- No further objections accepted after final key release.
Important Dates Table
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| CBT Exam Dates | 24 Nov – 4 Dec 2025 (Phases) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | January 2026 |
| Objection Window | 19-21 January 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Release | 25-26 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Access/Download Final Key | 28 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Result Declaration (Expected) | February/March 2026 |
Next Steps: Use the final key + your response sheet to calculate your tentative score. Results/merit list expected soon—shortlisted candidates will move to document verification/skill test (if applicable) or final selection.
How to Download Final Answer Key & Response Sheet (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official CCRAS website: https://ccras.nic.in/
- Go to Recruitment or Latest Updates / What’s New section.
- Look for links like “Final Answer Key – Advertisement No. 04/2025” or “Notification No. 14/15”.
- Click and log in to the portal using your User ID/Registration Number and Password.
- View your response sheet (recorded answers) and the final answer key (set-wise or question-wise).
- Download and save the PDFs for records and score calculation.
- Cross-check for any changes from provisional key.
Direct Login Portal: https://ccras25.onlineregistrationform.org/CCRAS/ (use your credentials to access final key/response sheet).
Pro Tip: Download everything before 28 February 2026 deadline. Compare with unofficial keys from coaching sites if needed, but rely on official for accuracy.
This is the final stage before results—calculate your score carefully and stay tuned to the official site for result updates! Good luck, Aniket—hope your score is strong for this CCRAS opportunity in Ayurvedic sciences research!
Important Links
- Official CCRAS Website: https://ccras.nic.in/ (Check Recruitment/Updates section)
- Direct Login for Final Key/Response Sheet: https://ccras25.onlineregistrationform.org/CCRAS/
- Reference Article: https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/ccras-final-answer-key-2026-3039186 (Updated 27 February 2026)
Always verify from the official CCRAS portal for the most accurate PDFs and notifications—no changes possible now. Best wishes!
