It finally happened — SSC has uploaded the CHSL 2025 Tier-1 provisional answer key on its official website. Anyone who sat for the exam has probably already heard the news buzzing around, but if you haven’t checked it yet, this is your reminder to do it before the objection window closes.

Instead of going through a strict format, here’s a simple walkthrough of everything that actually matters at this stage.

Where Things Stand Today

The moment the answer key goes live, most candidates want to do only one thing — compare their attempts with the official sheet and try to get some peace of mind. This year’s key is out along with the response sheets, which means you can check exactly what you marked during the exam.

The answer key is provisional for now, meaning SSC still allows corrections if candidates point out genuine errors.

Quick Snapshot of SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 Status

Update	Details
Exam	SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025
Answer Key	Released (Provisional)
Mode	Online at ssc.gov.in
Response Sheet	Available for download
Objection Window	Open for a limited time
Fee for Objection	₹100 per question

How to Download the Answer Key Without Confusion

Instead of listing steps formally, here’s how you can think about it:

1. Go to ssc.gov.in.
2. Look for a link that mentions the CHSL answer key—SSC places it right in the notices section, usually near the top.
3. Open the PDF notice; inside it, you’ll get another link.
4. Log in with your registration ID and password.
5. Your answer key and response sheet will show up together.

It takes less than a minute once you know where the link is.

Why the Objection Window Matters

Every year, a few questions spark debates. Some looked tricky, some felt misprinted, and a few just didn’t sit right with candidates. That’s why SSC gives a small window where you can challenge any answer you believe is incorrect.

But remember — the objection period is short. And SSC charges a small fee, so only challenge a question if you’re sure.

The final answer key comes after all objections are reviewed, and that final version is what SSC uses to prepare the Tier-1 result.

Expected Timeline After Answer Key

Here’s what usually happens, based on past years:

Stage	Expected Time
Objection Window Close	Within a few days of key release
Final Answer Key	After reviewing objections
Tier-1 Result	Shortly after the final key
Tier-2 Exam Notice	Released after declaring Tier-1 result

The whole process moves fast once the provisional key is out, so Tier-1 results may not be far away.

Some Thoughts While Going Through the Update

The CHSL exam always creates a bit of pressure, especially for candidates appearing for the first time. Seeing the answer key feels like a small checkpoint — you finally get a sense of where you stand. For many students I’ve seen, the answer key either brings relief or adds a bit more waiting anxiety, but at least there’s clarity.

If your response sheet shows attempts close to the expected safe score, you’re probably on the right track. And even if you feel unsure, remember that normalization usually shifts marks by a little, especially in multi-shift exams.

Checking your answers early and using the objection window wisely can genuinely help.

What You Should Do Right Now

• Download the answer key + response sheet
• Re-check every section slowly
• Note questions that look incorrect
• Decide if you want to file objections
• Keep an eye on SSC notices for the next update

Tier-1 is just the beginning. Once the result comes out, things move toward Tier-2, which needs fresh preparation energy.