SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025 (Out): Download Response Sheet & Check Marks

The wait is officially over for the lakhs of candidates who appeared for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (10+2) Examination. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has activated the link for the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025.

If you sat for the exam between November 12 and November 30, 2025, you can now access your candidate response sheet. This is the most important document right now because it shows the answers you marked versus the correct answers released by SSC.

Don't wait for the final results to know your standing. The download window is very limited — here is everything you need to check your marks today.

Important Dates: Don't Miss the Window

How to Check Your SSC CHSL Answer Key (Step-by-Step)

1. Click the Direct Link: Visit the official SSC site (ssc.gov.in).
2. Enter Credentials: Use your Roll Number (from your admit card) and Password (usually DOB in DDMMYYYY format).
3. Find the Tab: Go to the “Answer Key / Response Sheet” section in your dashboard.
4. Generate PDF: Click on “Click here to generate your response sheet.”
5. Save It: Your response sheet will open in HTML format. Save or print it as a PDF immediately.

How to Calculate Your Raw Score

The Tier 1 exam is out of 200 marks. Use this formula to calculate your raw score before normalization:

• Correct Answer: +2 marks
• Wrong Answer: -0.50 marks
• Unattempted: 0 marks

Formula: (Correct Answers × 2) − (Wrong Answers × 0.5) = Raw Score

Raising Objections: Found a Mistake?

If you are absolutely certain that SSC’s answer is incorrect, you can challenge it.

• Fee: ₹50–₹100 per question (online payment).
• Proof Required: Upload valid supporting evidence.
• Refund Policy: If SSC accepts your objection, the fee is refunded and marks are updated for all candidates.

What Is a "Safe Score"?

Based on early trends, these raw scores appear safe for qualifying Tier 2 (before normalization):

• UR (General): 145+
• OBC: 140+
• SC / ST: 125+