SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 Out – Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link

The SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 Out announcement has brought major relief and clarity to lakhs of candidates who appeared in the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Havaldar Examination 2025-26. After successfully conducting the CBT exam across multiple shifts nationwide, the Staff Selection Commission has officially released the provisional answer key along with individual response sheets.

This answer key allows candidates to verify their answers, calculate expected scores, and raise objections if they find any discrepancy. In this detailed guide, you will get complete information about downloading the SSC MTS Answer Key 2026, marking scheme, score calculation, objection process, result expectations, and frequently asked questions.

What Is SSC MTS Answer Key 2026?

The SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 is an official document released by SSC that contains:

• Correct answers to all questions asked in the exam
• Candidate’s selected responses
• Question IDs and answer option IDs
• Shift-wise and paper-wise details

Since the SSC MTS exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the answer key is unique for each candidate, based on their exam date, shift, and question paper set.

The currently released answer key is provisional, which means SSC allows candidates to challenge incorrect answers before finalizing results.

SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
SSC MTS CBT Exam	February 2026
SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 Out	March 2026
Objection Window Last Date	March 2026
Final Answer Key Release	April 2026 (Expected)
SSC MTS Result 2026	April / May 2026

How to Download SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 (Step-by-Step)

Candidates can download the SSC MTS answer key and response sheet online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official SSC website
2. Click on Answer Key / Candidate Login
3. Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number
4. Enter Date of Birth / Password
5. Fill the captcha code
6. Click Submit
7. Your answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen
8. Download and save the PDF for future use

Note: The answer key will remain available only for a limited time. Candidates are advised to download it before the objection window closes.

Details Mentioned on SSC MTS Answer Key PDF

The SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 PDF includes the following information:

• Candidate Name
• Roll Number & Registration Number
• Exam Date and Shift
• Question Number
• Correct Answer Option
• Candidate’s Selected Answer
• Status (Correct / Incorrect / Not Attempted)

This detailed structure helps candidates easily cross-check each question.

SSC MTS Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Understanding the marking scheme is crucial to calculate your expected score correctly.

Session-1 (No Negative Marking)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Reasoning Ability	20	60
Numerical Ability	20	60
Total	40	120

• +3 marks for each correct answer
•  No negative marking

Session-2 (With Negative Marking)

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Awareness	25	75
English Language	25	75
Total	50	150

• +3 marks for correct answer
• −1 mark for each wrong answer

How to Calculate SSC MTS Score Using Answer Key

Follow this simple method:

Step 1: Session-1 Score

Correct Answers × 3

Step 2: Session-2 Score

(Correct Answers × 3) − (Wrong Answers × 1)

Step 3: Final Score

Session-1 Score + Session-2 Score

This will give you an approximate score, which helps in predicting selection chances.

SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 Objection Process

If you find any incorrect answer in the provisional key, SSC allows candidates to raise objections online.

Important Points:

• Objections can be raised only online
• Fee: ₹50 per question
• Objection window is time-bound
• Fee is refunded if objection is accepted

Steps to Raise Objection:

1. Login to SSC portal
2. Click on Raise Objection / Challenge Answer Key
3. Select the question ID
4. Choose the correct answer option
5. Upload supporting proof (if required)
6. Pay the objection fee
7. Submit the challenge

After reviewing all objections, SSC will release the final answer key, which will be used to prepare results.

Why SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 Is Important

The release of the answer key plays a crucial role for candidates:

•  Helps estimate marks before result
•  Ensures transparency in evaluation
•  Allows correction of genuine mistakes
• Reduces stress and uncertainty
• Helps in cut-off prediction

Expected SSC MTS Cut-Off 2026 (Category-Wise)

Category	Expected Cut-Off
General	120 – 130
OBC	115 – 125
EWS	115 – 125
SC	105 – 115
ST	100 – 110

These are expected cut-offs, not official.

What Happens After SSC MTS Answer Key?

After the objection window closes:

1. SSC reviews all challenges
2. Final Answer Key is released
3. SSC MTS Result 2026 is declared
4. Document Verification process begins
5. For Havaldar posts, PET/PMT follows

Important Link

Purpose	Link Name
Official Website	SSC Official Website
SSC MTS Answer Key 2026	Download Answer Key
SSC MTS Response Sheet	Candidate Response Sheet
Raise Objection on Answer Key	Answer Key Objection Link
SSC MTS Result 2026	SSC MTS Result
SSC MTS Cut Off Marks	SSC MTS Cut Off
SSC MTS Notification PDF	Official Notification
Candidate Login Portal	SSC Candidate Login
Helpdesk / Contact	SSC Helpdesk

SSC MTS Answer Key 2026 – FAQs