UPSC has released the Indian Statistical Service (UPSC ISS) Provisional Answer Key 2026 for Statistics Paper I & II on 24 June 2026. Download the official PDF now.
Overview :
UPSC has officially released the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026 Provisional Answer Key for Statistics Paper I and Statistics Paper II on 24 June 2026. Candidates who appeared in the ISS Examination 2026 can now download the provisional answer key PDFs from the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in. The release of the provisional answer key opens the window for candidates to raise objections against any answer they believe to be incorrect, before the final answer key is published.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional Answer Key |
| Papers Released | Statistics Paper I & Statistics Paper II |
| Release Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC ISS Indian Statistical Service Provisional Answer Key 2026 Direct Link:
- Statistics Paper I – Provisional Answer Key PDF: Download Here
- Statistics Paper II – Provisional Answer Key PDF: Download Here
Result will be released soon. Check all updates on the Result page.
Important Dates :
How to Download UPSC ISS Provisional Answer Key 2026 ?
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in
- Click on “Examinations” from the top navigation menu.
- Select “Written Examination” from the dropdown.
- Scroll down and locate “Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026.”
- Click on the “Answer Key” link or use the direct PDF links provided above.
- The PDF will open in your browser download it using Ctrl+S or the download icon.
- Match your answers with the provisional key and note any discrepancies.
Important Links :
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Statistics Paper I – Provisional Answer Key PDF | Download Here |
| Statistics Paper II – Provisional Answer Key PDF | Download Here |
| UPSC Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
How to Raise Objection Against Answer Key ?
- Download the provisional answer key PDF for the relevant paper.
- Identify the question number(s) where you believe the answer is incorrect.
- Prepare a written representation with supporting references from standard textbooks or study material.
- Submit the representation to UPSC through the official channel specified in the answer key notification (typically by post or online submission to the UPSC office).
- UPSC will review all representations received before publishing the Final Answer Key.
Check All Answer Key : Candidates can also check all updates on the Answer Key page.
Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
When was the UPSC ISS Provisional Answer Key 2026 released?
The UPSC ISS Provisional Answer Key 2026 was released on 24 June 2026 on the official portal upsc.gov.in.