CBSE Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026 OUT – Download PDF & Raise Objection
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to release the Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026 for the Direct Recruitment Quota Examination (DRQ2026). Candidates who appeared for the examination held from 30-31 Jan & 01 Feb 2026 can check and download the provisional answer key from the official website cbse.gov.in starting 12-02-2026.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 124 vacancies. If you find any discrepancy in the answers, you can raise objections during the specified window.
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CBSE Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026 – Key Details
- Organization: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Post Name: Group A, B and C (Assistant Secretary, Superintendent, Junior Accountant etc.)
- Total Vacancies: 124
- Exam Date: 30-31 Jan & 01 Feb 2026
- Answer Key Status: Expected Soon
- Expected Release Date: 12-02-2026
- Last Date for Objection: 14-02-2026
- Official Website: cbse.gov.in
Direct Link (Expected): Check CBSE Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026 Notice PDF
How to Download CBSE Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026?
Follow these simple steps to download your answer key once released:
- Visit the official website: cbse.gov.in or cbseit.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026” section
- Click on “Public Notice (OMR and Answer Keys)” or related link for DRQ2026
- Log in using your Registration Number / Roll Number and Password / Date of Birth
- Your answer key with recorded responses will appear on screen
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
How to Calculate Your Score Using CBSE Answer Key 2026?
Use this formula to estimate your score once the key is available:
Total Score = (Correct Answers × 3) – (Wrong Answers × 1)
Marking Scheme for Group A, B and C Exam:
- Correct Answer: +3 marks
- Wrong Answer: -1 mark (negative marking)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
How to Raise Objection Against CBSE Group A, B and C Answer Key 2026?
Once the provisional key is released, if you disagree with any answer, follow these steps (expected):
- Log in to your candidate portal on cbse.gov.in or cbseit.in
- Go to the “Challenge/Objection” section (via answer key login)
- Select the question(s) you want to challenge
- Upload supporting documents or references (if required)
- Pay the objection fee (₹1000 – ₹1100 per question, as per sources)
- Submit before the deadline: 14-02-2026
Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The provisional answer key is expected to be released on 12-02-2026.
The last date to raise objections is 14-02-2026.
The official website is cbse.gov.in.
Yes, there is an expected fee of ₹1000 – ₹1100 per question.
Correct answers carry +3 marks, wrong answers carry -1 mark, and unattempted questions carry 0 marks.
