
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released official notice F. No. HQ-RHQS015/1/2026-C-4 on 09.10.2026. This notification concerns the uploading of candidate response sheets and tentative answer keys for the Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts Examination.
Candidates who appeared for the Computer Based Examination across Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & Above levels can now access their response sheets and submit challenges against tentative answer keys online through the official portal.
The Commission conducted the Computer Based Examination across various shifts in September 2026. Candidates can check the complete schedule for the response sheet access and challenge submission window in the table below.
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Official Notice Release Date | 09.10.2026 |
| Examination Dates | 16.09.2026 to 26.09.2026 |
| Challenge Window Opening | 09.10.2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Challenge Window Closing Deadline | 12.10.2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
Candidates must submit all representations against tentative answer keys through online mode only on the official website. Submissions received through any other medium will not be accepted.
Challenge Fee: ₹50/- per question/answer challenged.
Submission Mode: Online only through https://ssc.gov.in.
Login Credentials Required: Registration Number and Password.
Deadline Condition: Representations received after 12.10.2026 (04:00 PM) will not be entertained under any circumstances.
Candidates should note the key instructions outlined by the Commission regarding response sheets and the challenge submission module:
Question and Option Sequence: In the challenge module, the sequence of questions and options may differ from how they appeared during the examination due to shift standardization. However, the answers selected by candidates during the exam are accurately reflected.
Undertaking Requirement: Saved Question Papers are strictly for personal use and self-analysis. Candidates must submit an undertaking to this effect within the Challenge Management portal upon login.
Printout Advisory: Candidates are advised to take a printout of their respective Response Sheets within the specified period, as they will not be available after the deadline.
Guideline Reference: Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed guidelines on the Challenge/Objection Management System issued vide notice dated 10.04.2026 on the SSC website.
