Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Group A, B, and C Answer Key 2026 Released: Download PDF and Raise Objections Now

Introduction

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the provisional Tier-I answer key for Group A, B, and C posts on February 12, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination conducted on January 31 and February 1, 2026, can now download their response sheets and review the answer key carefully. The objection window has been opened, allowing candidates to challenge any discrepancies until February 14, 2026, within the stipulated time frame.

This release marks an important stage in the recruitment process, as it provides transparency and enables candidates to evaluate their performance before the declaration of results. By comparing their marked responses with the official answer key, applicants can estimate their probable scores and assess their chances of qualifying for the next stage.

CBSE Group A, B, and C Answer Key 2026 Important Dates

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How to Download Answer Key (Step-by-Step)

Follow these steps to access your OMR sheet and provisional answer key PDF.

1. Visit the official CBSE recruitment page at https://www.cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/recruitment.html.
2. Click on the “Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 | Public Notice (OMR and Answer Keys)” link (427 KB PDF dated February 11, 2026).
3. Proceed to the login portal: https://cbsejt.nic.in/cbse/2026/drqkey/ 
4. Enter your Roll Number, Date of Birth, and Captcha code, then submit.
5. View your scanned OMR response sheet and the provisional answer key for your session/post on screen.
6. Download the PDF files and take a printout for reference and score calculation.

How to Raise Objections (Step-by-Step)

Objections are accepted online only during February 12-14, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM); no extensions or offline modes are allowed. To raise objections, find the steps below-

1. Log in to the same portal (https://cbsejt.nic.in/cbse/2026/drqkey/) using your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
2. Select the specific question(s) you wish to challenge from the displayed answer key.
3. Provide a detailed justification for your objection, uploading supporting documents if available.
4. Pay the non-refundable fee of ₹100 per question via the online payment gateway (refunded only if accepted).
5. Submit the objection; track status via the portal (no individual emails sent).
6. Experts will review submissions, and valid changes may reflect in the final key without personal notifications.

Exam Overview and Marking Scheme

Checking the marking scheme and overview of the exam helps in preparing for the examination more strategically. Find the marking scheme in the table below-

Conclusion

This exam was a crucial opportunity for all the candidates who appeared in this examination. It is suggested that all the candidates must stay updated for any latest notifications, job updates, the release of results and the answer keys. The exam was for 124 posts, and it was conducted through CBT mode, which makes it very convenient for the candidates to give the exam.

CBSE Group A, B, and C Answer Key 2026 Important Links

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