SSC CHSL (10+2) Tier II 2025 Tentative Answer Key Out - Challenge Window Open Till April 23

Quick Highlights

• Exam Name: SSC CHSL Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025 - Tier II
• Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
• Tier II Exam Date: April 10, 2026
• Tentative Answer Key Released: April 20, 2026
• Challenge Window Opens: April 20, 2026 (1:00 PM)
• Challenge Window Closes: April 23, 2026 (6:00 PM)
• Challenge Fee: Rs 50 per question (non-refundable)
• Login Required: Registration Number and Password
• Official Website: ssc.gov.in

SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 - Important Links

Important: The Candidates Response Sheet will not be available after the challenge window closes at 6:00 PM on April 23, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to take a printout of their Response Sheet immediately.

SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 - Exam Overview

As per the official notice (No. HQ-C1102/22/2025-C-1, dated April 20, 2026), the Staff Selection Commission successfully conducted the Tier II of the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025 on April 10, 2026 at different centres all over the country.

SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 - Answer Key Challenge Dates

How to Challenge SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 Tentative Answer Key

Candidates who disagree with any answer in the Tentative Answer Key can raise an online representation through the Challenge Management portal on ssc.gov.in. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
2. Login using your Registration Number and Password to access the Challenge Management portal.
3. Access your Candidates Response Sheet from the portal. Take a printout immediately as it will not be available after the challenge window closes on April 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
4. In the challenge module, select the question(s) you wish to challenge. Note that the sequence of questions and options in the challenge module may differ from how they appeared during the actual exam, as a common sequence is used for all candidates of the same shift.
5. Pay a non-refundable fee of Rs 50 per question challenged and submit your representation online. Challenges must be submitted before 6:00 PM on April 23, 2026. No representation received after this deadline will be entertained under any circumstances.

Note: When you login to the Challenge Management portal, you will be required to accept an undertaking stating that the saved question paper is strictly for personal use and self-analysis only. This undertaking is mandatory before proceeding.

Important Note on Question Sequence in Challenge Module

SSC has clarified an important point regarding the challenge module. The sequence of questions and options in the challenge module may be different from how they appeared during the actual examination. This is because:

• In the challenge module, the same question sequence is used for all candidates who appeared in a particular shift.
• During the actual exam, different candidates had different question sequences.
• However, the answers selected by candidates during the exam are accurately reflected in the challenge module.

Candidates should not be confused by this difference in sequence and should carefully match their intended answers before raising any challenge.

Option-cum-Preference - Important Update for CHSL 2025 Candidates

SSC has informed all candidates about an important upcoming step. Before declaring the First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) or the result of SSC CHSL Tier II 2025, the Commission will obtain Option-cum-Preference from eligible candidates.

• A separate notice will be uploaded on ssc.gov.in activating the Option-cum-Preference window.
• Candidates must submit their post preferences within the stipulated time mentioned in that notice.
• Candidates who fail to submit preferences within the given window will not be considered for any post in the Final Result.
• Candidates should also check the websites of their respective Regional and Sub-Regional offices regularly for further updates.

This is a critical step. Missing the Option-cum-Preference window means complete exclusion from the final result.

Key Points to Remember

• Download and print your Candidates Response Sheet before April 23, 2026 (6:00 PM) - it will not be available after that under any circumstances.
• Challenge fee is Rs 50 per question and is non-refundable.
• Challenges can only be submitted online via the SSC portal. No offline mode is available.
• The saved question paper is for personal use and self-analysis only. Sharing it publicly is not permitted.
• Keep checking ssc.gov.in and your Regional/Sub-Regional SSC website regularly for updates on Option-cum-Preference window and result.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When was the SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 Tentative Answer Key released?

The SSC CHSL 10+2 Level Examination 2025 Tier II Tentative Answer Key was released on April 20, 2026, along with the Candidates Response Sheets. Candidates can access both by logging in at ssc.gov.in using their Registration Number and Password.

When was SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 exam conducted?

The Staff Selection Commission conducted the Tier II of Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025 on April 10, 2026 at different centres across the country.

What is the last date to challenge SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 Tentative Answer Key?

The challenge window is open from April 20, 2026 (1:00 PM) to April 23, 2026 (6:00 PM). Representations received after 6:00 PM on April 23, 2026 will not be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates must submit their objections within this deadline.

What is the fee to challenge the SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 Answer Key?

The non-refundable challenge fee is Rs 50 per question or answer challenged. Payment must be made online through the Challenge Management portal on ssc.gov.in. No offline payment or other modes are accepted.

Why does the question sequence differ in the challenge module?

In the challenge module, questions and options follow the same sequence for all candidates who appeared in a particular shift. During the actual exam, the sequences were different for different candidates. However, the answers selected by candidates during the exam are accurately reflected in the challenge module.

What is Option-cum-Preference in SSC CHSL 2025 Tier II?

SSC will obtain Option-cum-Preference from eligible candidates before declaring the First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) or result of SSC CHSL Tier II 2025. A separate notice will be uploaded on ssc.gov.in activating the window for candidates to submit their post preferences. Candidates who fail to submit their preferences within the stipulated time will not be considered for any post in the Final Result.

Can I use my SSC CHSL saved question paper for practice?

Yes, but the saved question paper is strictly for personal use and self-analysis only. An undertaking to this effect is included in the Challenge Management portal, which candidates must acknowledge when they log in. The question paper cannot be shared publicly or used for any commercial purpose.

Where can I download my SSC CHSL Tier II 2025 Response Sheet?

Candidates can download their Response Sheet by logging in at ssc.gov.in using their Registration Number and Password. The Response Sheet will not be available after the challenge window closes at 6:00 PM on April 23, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to take a printout immediately.

Official Source

All information in this article is sourced directly from the official SSC notice (No. HQ-C1102/22/2025-C-1, dated April 20, 2026). Always refer to official sources for the most accurate and updated information:

• ssc.gov.in - SSC Official Website
• Official Notification PDF