GPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026 has been released on 17/06/2026 by the Gujarat Public Service Commission for the Joint Preliminary Examination covering Accounts Officer, Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF), and Range Forest Officer (RFO) posts. Candidates can download the answer key and match their responses against the official OMR sheet. The objection window opens immediately, and candidates have until the deadline notified by GPSC to challenge any answer they believe is incorrect. This article is based on the official answer key notice released by the Gujarat Public Service Commission.
Candidates who appeared for the 2026 prelims examination can now access their response sheets alongside the provisional answers on the official GPSC portal at https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
Answer Key – Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Exam Name | GPSC Joint Preliminary Examination 2026 |
| Posts Covered | Accounts Officer (Class 1 & 2), ACF, RFO, GAS, GCS, Municipal Chief Officer |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Release Date | 17/06/2026 |
| Official Website | https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
How to Download the GPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026
- Open the official GPSC website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in
- Locate the “Latest News/Events” or “Answer Key” section on the homepage
- Click on the provisional answer key link for your advertisement number or post category
- Download the PDF file to your device
- Cross-check your responses recorded on the OMR sheet against the official answers provided in the key
Should You Challenge This Answer Key?
Raise an objection if:
- The official answer contradicts the official question paper text
- You have a reference from NCERT, the prescribed curriculum, or a recognized standard textbook
- Multiple authoritative sources confirm that the given answer is incorrect
- The question contains a printing error or appears to have multiple valid, correct options
Do NOT raise an objection if:
- You are uncertain about your answer or are guessing based on memory
- A coaching centre app or social media post contradicts the key without citing a published reference
- You simply got the question wrong and cannot locate a textbook citation
- The objection fee applies and is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome
Practical Reminder: GPSC reviews objections against subject expert references and published materials. Only objections supported by credible sources are accepted.
How to Challenge the Answer Key
- Log in to the GPSC candidate portal using your application number and date of birth
- Navigate to the objection submission section displayed after the provisional answer key release
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge
- Provide your reason for objection with a reference from the official question paper or a standard textbook
- Pay the applicable objection fee per question (if mandated) through the online payment gateway
- Submit the objection before the deadline specified in the notification
Warning: The objection fee is non-refundable, even if your objection is rejected. Raise objections only when you have a clear reference from the official question paper or a standard textbook.
What Happens Next
- Objection submission window closes on the date notified by GPSC
- Subject experts review all submitted objections against official references
- Revised Final Answer Key released, reflecting outcomes of accepted objections
- Result declared based on the final answer key
- Merit list published for shortlisted candidates
- Document verification and interview rounds are scheduled for selected candidates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 17/06/2026 |
| Objection Submission Window | As per the official notification |
| Final Answer Key Release | To be notified |
| Result Declaration | To be notified |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Provisional Answer Key | Download PDF |
| Official GPSC Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the GPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026 objection window close?
Ans. The objection submission deadline is notified by GPSC in the official answer key release notice. Candidates are advised to check the official website or the notification PDF for the exact closing date and time.
Q2. Is the objection fee refundable if my challenge is accepted?
Ans. No, the objection fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your objection is accepted or rejected. Only raise objections when you have a credible reference supporting your claim.
Q3. What happens after I submit an objection?
Ans. GPSC forwards all objections to subject experts for review. If an objection is accepted, the final answer key is corrected, and all candidates’ scores are recalculated. The revised final answer key is published, and the results are declared based on the corrected key.
Q4. How many objections can I raise?
Ans. Candidates can raise objections for any number of questions they believe are incorrect. However, each objection incurs a fee, so candidates are advised to object strategically based on credible references.
Q5. What is the difference between provisional and final answer keys?
Ans. The provisional answer key is released first for candidates to verify their responses and raise objections. The final answer key is published after reviewing all objections submitted by candidates. The final key reflects corrections made based on accepted objections.
Q6. Can I raise objections for multiple posts simultaneously?
Ans. Objection procedures are specific to each post/advertisement number. If you appeared for multiple posts, objections must be raised separately for each within the respective objection windows.
Q7. Where do I find the official question paper for reference during objections?
Ans. The official question paper PDF is typically available on the GPSC website. Download it from the same section where the answer key was released and use it to verify your objection references.
Q8. How long does it take GPSC to declare the final answer key after the objection window closes?
Ans. GPSC does not announce a fixed timeline. Final answer key release depends on the volume of objections and expert review time. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for updates.
Your Next Step
Download the GPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026 immediately and cross-check every answer against your OMR sheet before the objection window closes. Raise objections only for answers you can back with a reference from the official question paper or a standard textbook-the objection fee is non-refundable. Stay tuned to the official GPSC website for the final answer key and result announcement dates.
