The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CGL Answer Key 2024 for Tier I of the Combined Graduate Level Examination. Candidates who took the exam can now view and download the provisional answer key on the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in. It is important to note that this answer key will not be available on the old SSC website.
Examination Overview
The SSC CGL Tier I exam was conducted from September 9 to September 26, 2024, across various centers nationwide. The exam comprised objective-type multiple-choice questions covering four main sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
Each section contained 25 questions, with a maximum score of 50 marks. The questions were provided in both English and Hindi, except the English Comprehension section. Candidates must achieve a minimum qualifying mark of 30% for unreserved categories, 25% for OBC and EWS candidates, and 20% for all other categories to progress in the selection process.
How to Access the Answer Key
To download the provisional answer key, candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Click on the link for the SSC CGL Answer Key 2024 available on the homepage.
- Enter your login credentials, which include your Registration Number and Password.
- Click on submit, and the answer key will be displayed.
- Download and save a copy of the answer key for your records.
Candidates have until 6 PM on October 6, 2024, to raise objections against any discrepancies in the provisional answer keys. A fee of ₹100 per question is required to submit objections.
Future Steps and Vacancies
The SSC is set to fill approximately 17,727 positions through its upcoming recruitment drive. Following this provisional release, candidates will have an opportunity to challenge any incorrect answers before the final answer key is published.
As candidates review their responses against the released answer key, they can estimate their scores and prepare for the next stages of the selection process. Stay tuned for further updates regarding results and additional information related to SSC CGL 2024. For ongoing updates and detailed information about future exams, candidates are encouraged to regularly check the official SSC website.