PSSSB Clerk answer key 2026 released: raise objections by October 15

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) today, October 12, 2026, released the provisional answer key for the Clerk Recruitment Examination 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination can access and download the answer key from the official website at punjab.gov.in.

The release of the provisional answer key allows candidates to cross-verify their responses and identify any discrepancies. This is a crucial step in the recruitment process, enabling transparency and providing an opportunity for candidates to challenge potentially incorrect answers before the final results are declared.

How to Download the PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026

Candidates can download the provisional answer key by following a specific procedure on the official PSSSB website. This process ensures that all applicants have equal access to the document for review.

To download the answer key, candidates should visit punjab.gov.in. From there, they need to navigate to the ‘Latest Notification’ or ‘Examination’ section. Within this section, candidates should look for the ‘PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026’ notification. Clicking on the provided answer key link will open the document in PDF format, which can then be downloaded for personal reference.

Objection Submission Process and Deadlines

The PSSSB has outlined a clear procedure for candidates to raise objections against the provisional answer key. This includes both an online submission window and a requirement for physical submission of supporting documents.

The online objection window will open on October 13, 2026, and will remain available until October 15, 2026, at 5 pm. Candidates are required to submit their objections online through a dedicated Google Form. Following the online submission, candidates must also send the objection form along with original hard copies of their certificates by speed post or submit them in person to the board’s office. These documents must reach the office by October 20, 2026. The address for submitting objections is: The Secretary, Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab, Forest Complex, Sector-68, SAS Nagar (Mohali), 160062.

The provisional answer key and related examination documents typically include details such as the name of the examination, advertisement number, test date, designation, question paper set or booklet code, question number, correct answer, and instructions for filing objections, including the submission deadline and any applicable fee. The board will review all objections through an Expert Committee, whose decision will be final and binding on all candidates. No objections will be accepted after the final answer key is released. Candidates are advised by the PSSSB to keep a copy of their submitted objection form and to regularly check the official website for further updates.

Further reading

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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