SSC CHSL tier 2 answer key 2026: Challenge window open till April 23, 6 pm
The SSC CHSL tier 2 answer key 2026 and response sheet have been published on the official portal. The challenge window is live on ssc.gov.in and closes on April 23, 2026 at 6 pm .
SSC CHSL tier 2 answer key 2026 — how to download
You must login with your SSC credentials to download the response sheet and answer key. Use the same user ID and password you used for the exam application.
Steps at a glance:
- Visit ssc.gov.in and click the login link.
- Enter your credentials and open the CHSL tier 2 response sheet.
- Download the answer key and save the response sheet for reference.
SSC CHSL tier 2 answer key 2026 — challenge process, fee and documents
If you want to raise an objection, submit it before April 23, 2026, 6 pm . Each objection requires a Rs 50 processing fee and supporting documents.
What you must do:
- Select the question/answer you want to challenge on the portal.
- Upload supporting evidence for your representation.
- Pay Rs 50 per question and submit the objection.
Representations received after April 23, 6 pm will not be accepted by the Commission.
Key dates and fees
| Event | Date / Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier 2 exam date | April 10, 2026 |
| Answer key & response sheet published | On official portal |
| Challenge window closes | April 23, 2026 — 6 pm |
| Objection fee | Rs 50 per question |
Marking scheme, shortlisted candidates and preferences
As per the marking scheme, one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in tier 2. The tier 2 exam was held on April 10, 2026 at multiple centres.
Over 39,000 candidates were shortlisted for SSC CHSL tier 2 2026. The Commission will activate the option-cum-preference before the declaration of the First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) and result. You must submit your round-one preferences within the stipulated time, otherwise you may not be considered for posts in the final result.
What the notice does not cover
The official notification does not give a timeline for resolution of objections, refund rules for fees, or an expected result date. There is no published normalization method or state-wise shortlisted counts in the current update.
FAQs
Q: How do I download the SSC CHSL tier 2 answer key? A: Visit ssc.gov.in, login with your credentials, and download the answer key and response sheet from your dashboard.
Q: How do I raise an objection? A: Select the question you want to object to on the portal, upload supporting documents, pay Rs 50 per question, and submit.
Q: What is the objection fee? A: Rs 50 processing fee for each challenged question.
Q: What is the objection deadline? A: April 23, 2026 by 6 pm . Late representations will not be accepted.
Q: What is the marking scheme for tier 2? A: One mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in SSC CHSL tier 2.
Q: When was the tier 2 exam held? A: The exam took place on April 10, 2026 .
Q: What is option-cum-preference? A: The Commission will activate it before FRTA; you must submit round-one preferences within the stipulated time to be considered for posts.