Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key and candidates’ response sheets for the Selection Post Phase 14 Examination 2026. Candidates who appeared in the computer-based examination can log in at ssc.gov.in to check their recorded responses, calculate probable scores and submit objections within the prescribed window. The recruitment covers multiple Matriculation, Higher Secondary and Graduate-level posts; the consolidated vacancy total should be checked in the detailed Phase 14 notification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Selection Post Phase 14 — various posts |
| Total Vacancies | Post-wise vacancies listed in the detailed notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | Held; refer to the SSC examination notice |
| Result Date | TBA |
The answer key notice contains the specific deadline for submitting representations. Candidates should complete the objection process before the link is deactivated, as SSC generally does not accept challenges through email, post or any offline channel.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Eligibility varies according to the level and requirements of each Selection Post. Applicants must possess the prescribed qualification on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
- Matriculation-level posts: Class 10 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
- Higher Secondary-level posts: Class 12 or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board.
- Graduate-level posts: Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised university or institution.
- Certain posts may require a specific subject, technical qualification, professional certificate or relevant work experience.
- Candidates must check the individual post code and regional vacancy details before claiming eligibility.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is generally 18 years.
- The upper age limit may be 25, 27 or 30 years, depending on the post.
- Age relaxation is applicable to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under Central Government rules.
- The decisive date for calculating age will be the date specified in the Phase 14 notification.
Fees
- The standard application fee is generally ₹100 for candidates who are not exempt.
- Women candidates and eligible SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates are ordinarily exempt from paying the application fee.
- SSC may charge a separate fee for each answer-key challenge, commonly ₹100 per question challenged. Candidates must confirm the applicable amount on the objection portal before payment.
- Application and objection fees, once paid, are normally non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Examination: Candidates take an objective examination appropriate to the Matriculation, Higher Secondary or Graduate level selected during registration.
- Document Scrutiny and Skill Test: Shortlisted candidates undergo scrutiny of educational, category and other eligibility documents. A skill test may be conducted where prescribed for the post.
- Final Selection: Merit is prepared using finalised examination marks, subject to post preference, vacancy availability, eligibility verification and completion of all required formalities.
How to Apply
Candidates can use the answer-key facility to view their response sheet and submit objections by following these steps:
- Visit the official SSC portal at ssc.gov.in.
- Open the Answer Key or Latest News section on the homepage.
- Select the notice for the Selection Post Phase 14 Examination 2026 provisional answer key.
- Read the notice carefully and open the response-sheet or objection link provided by SSC.
- Log in using the required credentials, such as registration number and password or date of birth.
- Download the response sheet and provisional answer key. Compare the question IDs, marked responses and official answers carefully.
- If an answer appears incorrect, select the relevant question, upload or enter supporting justification where permitted, and pay the prescribed objection fee.
- Submit the representation before the displayed deadline and save the payment receipt and objection acknowledgement.
- Download or print the response sheet promptly because access may not remain available after the objection window closes.
Candidates should not rely only on unofficial answer calculations. SSC will examine valid representations before preparing the final answer key, and the examination result will be based on the finalised answers.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Answer Key 2026 final?
No. The released key is provisional and may be revised after SSC reviews the objections submitted by candidates.
2. How can I download my SSC Phase 14 response sheet?
Visit ssc.gov.in, open the relevant answer-key notice and log in through the response-sheet link using your examination credentials.
3. Can objections be submitted after the deadline?
No. Challenges must be filed online within the notified period. Late submissions or representations sent through email or post are generally not accepted.
