APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 has been released for the Combined Competitive Prelims exam held on 5 July 2026. Download the official Paper I & Paper II PDF, check the objection window (6–10 July 2026), marking scheme, and expected cut off marks.
Overview :
The APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 is now available, giving lakhs of aspirants their first real chance to gauge performance right after the Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination held on 5 July 2026. Released by the Assam Public Service Commission on the same day as the exam, the provisional answer key covers both General Studies Paper I and Paper II (CSAT), allowing candidates to match their responses, estimate their probable score using the official marking scheme, and get an early sense of their chances of qualifying for the Mains Examination.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination |
| Exam Date | 5 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Answer Key Release Date | 5 July 2026 |
| Objection Window | 6 July 2026 to 10 July 2026 |
| Official Website | apsc.nic.in |
APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 Direct Link:
- Download APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 – Paper I (General Studies)
- Download APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 – Paper II
Result will be released soon. Check all updates on the Result page.
Important Dates :
| Paper | Timing |
|---|---|
| General Studies Paper I | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| General Studies Paper II (CSAT) | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
How to Download the APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 ?
- Visit the official APSC website: apsc.nic.in
- Go to the “Answer Keys” section on the homepage.
- Look for the link related to CCE (Preliminary) Examination 2025/2026.
- Select the paper you want General Studies Paper I or Paper II (CSAT).
- The PDF will open; download and save it for future reference.
- Match your response sheet/OMR with the official key to estimate your score.
Important Links :
- Download APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 – Paper I (General Studies)
- Download APSC CCE Answer Key 2026 – Paper II
How to Raise Objection Against Answer Key ?
- Objections can be raised only between 6 July 2026 and 10 July 2026.
- Objections must be submitted through the format prescribed by APSC, along with valid supporting documents or references (such as standard textbooks or authoritative sources).
- Objections submitted without proper justification or after the deadline are typically not considered.
- Once the objection window closes, APSC reviews valid claims before releasing the final answer key.
How to Calculate Your Score Using Answer Key ?
Formula: Estimated Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 2) − (Number of Incorrect Answers × 0.25)
APSC CCE Expected Cut Off 2026
The expected cut off is an estimate based on this year’s difficulty level, the number of candidates, available vacancies, and previous cycles’ cut-off trends. It is not the official qualifying mark that will be announced by APSC along with the Prelims result.
| Category | Expected Cut Off (Marks) |
|---|---|
| General | 75-79 |
| OBC/MOBC | 57-63 |
| SC | 53-55 |
| ST (Plains) | 51-53 |
| ST (Hills) | 42-46 |
| EWS | 77-79 |
Check All Answer Key : Candidates can also check all updates on the Answer Key page.
