The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the Provisional Answer Key (Model Answer) for the State Service Examination (SSE) Prelims 2026 (also referred to as SSE 2025 in notification, but exam held in 2026). This is for the Chhattisgarh State Service Prelims recruiting various administrative posts under CGPSC.
Latest Update (as of March 2026): The provisional answer key was released on 23 February 2026 (some sources note 24 February for access). The Prelims exam was conducted on 22 February 2026. Candidates can download the model answer PDF directly and raise objections until 3 March 2026. Final answer key expected in March 2026 after objection review, followed by results and Mains (tentative May 2026).
Total Vacancies: 239 (various posts like Deputy Collector, DSP, etc., in State Services).
The exam consisted of two papers: General Studies (Paper 1) and Aptitude/CSAT (Paper 2), objective MCQ type.
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme (Quick Recap)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Papers | Paper 1 (GS) + Paper 2 (Aptitude/CSAT) |
| Total Questions/Marks | 200 (100 per paper) / 400 (200 per paper) |
| Duration per Paper | 2 hours each |
| Correct Answer | +2 marks |
| Wrong Answer | -1/3 mark (≈ -0.66 marks) |
| Unattempted | 0 marks |
| Score Formula | Total = (Correct × 2) – (Wrong × 0.66) |
Tip: Negative marking is strict—focus on accuracy when estimating scores from the key.
Important Dates Table
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam Date | 22 February 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | 3 March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key (Expected) | March 2026 |
| Mains Exam (Tentative) | May 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Prelims) | After final key (March 2026) |
How to Download Provisional Answer Key (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official CGPSC website: https://psc.cg.gov.in/
- Go to the Model Answer or Answer Key section (under Notifications/Recruitment).
- Look for “Model Answer of State Service (Prelims) Exam-2025” or “STATE_SERVICE_EXAMINATION-2025_PRELIMS_MODEL_ANSWER” (dated 23-02-2026).
- Click the link—no login required for direct PDF download.
- Download the set-wise or combined model answer PDF (covers both papers).
- Save and cross-check your OMR responses to calculate tentative score.
Direct Download Link (from official): https://psc.cg.gov.in/PDFs/model_answer/STATE_SERVICE_EXAMINATION-2025_PRELIMS_MODEL_ANSWER%20(23-02-2026).pdf (Verify on site if updated; PDF includes correct options for all questions.)
Pro Tip: The key is model answer (provisional)—use it to self-evaluate. No personal response sheet login mentioned for viewing; download key and match manually.
How to Raise Objection (If Needed)
- Visit psc.cg.gov.in and log in to your candidate portal (if required for submission).
- Navigate to the Objection/Challenge section for SSE Prelims.
- Select question(s) with discrepancy.
- Provide justification/reference (e.g., book/page/standard source).
- Pay ₹50 per question (refundable if objection accepted).
- Submit online before 3 March 2026—late objections not considered.
Tip: Only challenge with strong evidence; many candidates use this to improve scores.
Next Steps After Answer Key
- Calculate your estimated score and check against expected cut-offs (category-wise, usually released later).
- If qualified (based on final key), prepare for Mains (descriptive papers).
- Await final answer key and prelims result on the official site.
This is a crucial phase for Chhattisgarh state services aspirants—use the key to gauge performance accurately!
Important Links
- Official CGPSC Website: https://psc.cg.gov.in/ (Check Model Answer section)
- Model Answer PDF Download: https://psc.cg.gov.in/PDFs/model_answer/STATE_SERVICE_EXAMINATION-2025_PRELIMS_MODEL_ANSWER%20(23-02-2026).pdf
- Model Answers Page: https://psc.cg.gov.in/HTM/MODEL_ANSWER.HTML (for all recent keys)
- Reference Article: https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/cgpsc-sse-answer-key-2026-3038408 (Updated 24 February 2026)
Always verify from the official CGPSC portal for the latest PDFs, any amendments, or updates—no changes after objection deadline. Good luck,
