GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer Provisional Answer Key 2026 has been released on 10/07/2026 by the Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) for the Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) conducted on 08/07/2026. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download their response sheet and raise objections until 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs. This article is based on the official answer key notice released by GSSSB.
The provisional answer key cum response sheet are available exclusively through the official login portal. Only candidates who appeared in the CBRT exam can access their individual response sheet, which displays the official answer key alongside their recorded answers for each question.
Answer Key | Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) |
| Exam Name | Additional Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-3 |
| Exam Date | 08/07/2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Release Date | 10/07/2026 |
| Objection Start Date | 10/07/2026, 15:00 hrs |
| Objection Last Date | 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs |
| Official Portal | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
How to Download the GSSSB Provisional Answer Key 2026
- Open the official answer key login portal by clicking the answer key link on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
- On the login page, select Advertisement Number 402/202526.
- Enter your Confirmation Number, Date of Birth (DDMMYYYY format), and the captcha text, then click LOGIN.
- In the APPLICANT DETAILS tab, verify your application number, name, confirmation number, and advertisement number.
- Click the CANDIDATE RESPONSE tab, then click the “here” link to generate your question paper PDF.
- Your response details, including Participant ID, name, test centre, test date, shift, and your recorded answers, will display on screen.
- Click Print and select Save as PDF to download your provisional answer key cum response sheet, or print a physical copy.
Calculate Your Probable Score
The GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Civil) exam has a total of 210 questions across two parts: Part-A contains 90 questions, and Part B contains 120 questions. However, the exact marking scheme (marks per correct answer, negative marking, and weightage of each part) is not specified in the official notification. To calculate your probable score, obtain the detailed marking scheme from the official notification or the answer key portal, then count your correct and incorrect answers against the official key. Contact the GSSSB helpline at gsssb.gujarat.gov.in if the marking scheme is not visible in your response sheet.
Should You Challenge This Answer Key?
Raise an objection if:
- The official answer key option differs from the correct answer stated in the official question paper text
- You have a specific reference from a recognised engineering textbook, NCERT publication, or official government standard document
- Multiple credible published sources agree that the marked answer is incorrect
- The question itself contains a printing error, ambiguous wording, or appears to have multiple defensible correct options
Do NOT raise an objection if:
- You are uncertain about the correct answer or are guessing based on memory
- A coaching institute or social media post disagrees with the official key without citing a published textbook
- You attempted the question incorrectly, but cannot produce a verifiable source
- The objection fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome
Practical reminder: Objections are reviewed by subject experts; only those supported by credible published references and properly uploaded supporting documents are accepted.
How to Challenge the Answer Key
Follow these steps to submit an online objection within the deadline of 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs:
- Log in to your account using Advertisement Number 402/202526, Confirmation Number, and Date of Birth.
- Click the OBJECTION FORM tab.
- Click the plus icon to read the objection instructions carefully.
- Click FORM TO RAISE OBJECTION and enter: Confirmation Number, Roll Number, Applicant Name, Subject Name, Test Date, Shift, Question ID, and Language in which you answered the question.
- Under Type of Objection, select the appropriate category. If you believe multiple options are correct, select “Multiple correct answers” and list all correct Option IDs (up to 4, separated by commas).
- In the Remarks box, write a clear explanation with specific references. Vague or unsupported remarks will not be considered.
- Upload a supporting document (PDF, JPG, or JPEG) as proof. Include the book name, page number, author, publisher, and publication year. The maximum file size is 400 KB. You may upload up to 3 supporting documents per objection.
- Click SUBMIT.
Critical warning: Objection submission is online only. Offline objections or submissions through any other medium will not be accepted. The objection fee, if applicable, is non-refundable, even if your objection is rejected. Raise objections only when you have clear, published references supporting your claim.
What Happens Next
- Objection window closes on 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs.
- GSSSB reviews all submitted objections with subject matter experts.
- The revised/Final Answer Key is released on the official portal (expected date to be announced).
- Candidate scores are recalculated based on the final answer key if any answer changes occur.
- Result declaration and merit list publication follow the final answer key release.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| CBRT Exam Date | 08/07/2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 10/07/2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 10/07/2026, 15:00 hrs |
| Objection Window Closes | 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| Answer Key Login Portal | Access Here |
| Download Answer Key Notification | Download Notification |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer Provisional Answer Key 2026?
Ans. The provisional answer key is the official document released by GSSSB showing the correct answers for all questions in the CBRT exam held on 08/07/2026. It appears alongside your recorded responses in the Response Sheet, allowing you to identify correct and incorrect answers. This is not final; candidates can raise objections if they believe an answer is incorrect.
Q2. What is the difference between the provisional and final answer key?
Ans. The provisional answer key is released immediately after the exam for candidate objections. The final answer key is published after GSSSB reviews all objections with subject experts and makes any necessary corrections. The final answer key determines your official score.
Q3. How much does it cost to raise an objection?
Ans. The official notification does not mention a specific objection fee. Verify the fee amount on the answer key portal or contact GSSSB directly at gsssb.gujarat.gov.in. Any fee charged is non-refundable regardless of whether your objection is accepted.
Q4. Can I raise an objection after 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs?
Ans. No, the objection window closes on 16/07/2026 at 23:55 hrs. Objections submitted after this deadline will not be accepted. Only online objections with supporting documents are considered.
Q5. What happens if my objection is accepted?
Ans. If your objection is accepted by subject experts, the answer key for that question is revised in the final answer key. Your score is then recalculated based on the corrected answer. The final answer key reflects all accepted changes and is used to calculate your final result.
Q6. What supporting documents can I upload with my objection?
Ans. Upload clear PDFs or JPG/JPEG images of textbook pages, government standards, or other official publications that support your claim. Include the book name, author, publisher, publication year, and page number. Maximum 3 documents per objection, each not exceeding 400 KB.
Q7. Can I edit my objection after submission?
Ans. No, objections cannot be edited or withdrawn after submission. Verify all details, upload supporting documents, and write a clear explanation before clicking SUBMIT.
Q8. Who can view the final answer key and when?
Ans. All candidates who appeared in the exam will have access to the final answer key on the official portal after the objection review process is complete. The exact date will be announced on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
Your Next Step
Download your provisional answer key and response sheet immediately by logging in with your Confirmation Number and Date of Birth. Cross-check every answer against your recorded responses before the objection window closes on 16/07/2026, 23:55 hrs. Raise objections only for answers you can support with a specific reference from an official textbook or government publication, as each objection requires a mandatory supporting document, and any fee is non-refundable. Follow our free job alert service to receive instant notifications when GSSSB releases the final answer key and declares results.
