The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CPO Answer Key 2025 for Paper 1 today. Candidates who appeared in the Sub Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination can now download their question paper, response sheet, and tentative answer key from the official SSC website using their login credentials.
The answer key window is time-bound, and candidates must check details carefully within the given deadline.
Overview of SSC CPO Answer Key 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Sub Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination |
| Exam Stage | Paper 1 |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Release Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Download | 27 December 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Objection Window | 24–27 December 2025 |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CPO Paper 1 Exam Details
- Exam conducted from 9 to 12 December 2025
- Mode: Computer-Based Test
- Posts: Sub Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs
- Exam conducted at centres across India
How to Download SSC CPO Answer Key 2025
Candidates can download the response sheet by following these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website
- Click on the Login option
- Enter Registration Number and Password
- Go to Candidate Dashboard
- Select Sub Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination, 2025 (Paper 1)
- Download the answer key and response sheet
Details Available in Response Sheet
The SSC CPO Paper 1 response sheet displays:
- Question paper
- Correct answers marked by SSC
- Answers selected by the candidate
- Question-wise status
This helps candidates calculate their expected score before the result.
SSC CPO Answer Key 2025 Marking Scheme
| Response Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Incorrect Answer | -0.25 |
| Unattempted | 0 |
Candidates can calculate their tentative score using this marking scheme.
How to Raise Objection Against SSC CPO Answer Key
If candidates find any discrepancy, they can challenge the answer key:
- Login to SSC portal
- Select the answer key challenge option
- Choose the question ID
- Upload supporting proof
- Pay objection fee of ₹50 per question
Objections submitted after 27 December 2025 (6:00 PM) will not be accepted.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Download answer key before the deadline
- Save a copy of the response sheet
- Check question sequence carefully
- Submit objections only with valid proof
- No challenges accepted after the closing time
What Happens After Answer Key?
- SSC will review objections
- Final answer key will be prepared
- Paper 1 result will be declared
- Qualified candidates will appear for Paper 2
Important Links
| Answer Key Notification | Click Here |
| Download Official Answer Key | Click Here |
| Apply Online for Correction | Click Here |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Homepage | Yanni India |
FAQs
24 December 2025.
27 December 2025 (6:00 PM).
Yes, objections can be raised with a fee of ₹50 per question.
Use the official marking scheme provided by SSC.
Paper 2 examination for qualified candidates.
Sanwar is an education analyst with a strong focus on competitive exams and recruitment updates. He holds an Engineering degree from SRM University, New Delhi, and has years of experience guiding students and aspirants across India.