TNPSC CTS Answer Key 2026 OUT – Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link
Contents
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the Combined Technical Services (CTS) Answer Key 2026. Candidates who appeared for the CTS examination held on 7th & 8th March 2026 can now check and download the provisional answer key from the official website tnpsc.gov.in.
Key Details
- Organization: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
- Post Name: Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts – II)
- Exam Date: 7th & 8th March 2026
- Answer Key Status: Released
- Release Date: 28th March 2026 (Tentative keys hosted)
- Last Date for Objection: 03.04.2026 (5:45 PM)
- Official Website: tnpsc.gov.in
Direct Link: Download TNPSC CTS Answer Key 2026 PDF (Tentative Answer Keys)
How to Download
Follow these simple steps to download your answer key:
- Visit the official website: tnpsc.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Answer Key” or “Latest Notifications” / “Recruitment” section
- Click on “TNPSC CTS Answer Key 2026” link (Tentative Answer Keys for respective subjects)
- Download the PDF for your subject (e.g., Agriculture Code 492, Law Code 414, etc.)
- Alternatively, log in to the Exam Dashboard for your recorded response sheet
- Save the PDF for future reference
How to Calculate Score
Use this formula to estimate your score:
Total Score = (Correct Answers × Marks per Question) – (Wrong Answers × Negative Marking)
Marking Scheme for CTS Exam:
- Correct Answer: +X marks (as per official notification)
- Wrong Answer: -X mark (negative marking, if applicable)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
Objection Process
If you disagree with any answer in the provisional key, follow these steps:
- Log in to your candidate portal / Exam Dashboard on tnpsc.gov.in
- Go to the “Answer Key Challenge” section
- Select the question(s) you want to challenge (subject-wise links available)
- Provide justification / supporting documents if required
- Submit before the deadline: 03.04.2026 (5:45 PM)
Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered. No objections via post or email.
Important Dates
- Exam Conducted: 7th & 8th March 2026
- Provisional Answer Key Released: 28th March 2026
- Last Date to Raise Objection: 03.04.2026 (5:45 PM)
- Final Answer Key (Expected): After objection review (Tentative)
- Result Declaration (Expected): To be announced
FAQs
The provisional answer key was released on 28th March 2026 for exams held on 7th & 8th March 2026.
Visit tnpsc.gov.in, navigate to the Answer Key section, and download the tentative PDF for your subject.
The last date is 03.04.2026 (5:45 PM) via the official candidate portal.
Yes, negative marking applies as per the official notification; check the marking scheme for details.
Log in to the Exam Dashboard on tnpsc.gov.in to view and download your recorded responses.
