GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026 has been released on 13/07/2026 by the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board for both Assistant Librarian (Advt. No. 354/2025-26) and Library Clerk (Advt. No. 342/2025-26) positions. The final answer key incorporates changes made after expert review of all objections raised during the provisional answer key phase. This article is based on the official answer key notice released by GSSSB on their portal at https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
The final answer key includes revised marking schemes due to question cancellations and answer key changes in both positions. Candidates can now download the finalised answer keys and cross-check their responses against the officially confirmed answers.
Answer Key | Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Exam Name | Assistant Librarian & Library Clerk Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Librarian (Class-3), Library Clerk (Class-3) |
| Total Vacancies | 186 (100 Assistant Librarian + 86 Library Clerk) |
| Answer Key Type | Final Answer Key |
| Answer Key Release Date | 13/07/2026 |
| Official Website | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
How to Download the GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official GSSSB website: gsssb.gujarat.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Answer Key” or “Notifications” section from the homepage
- Search for your specific recruitment notification: Advt. No. 354/2025-26 (Assistant Librarian) or Advt. No. 342/2025-26 (Library Clerk)
- Click the Final Answer Key link to view or download the PDF file
- The PDF contains the complete answer key along with the list of cancelled or modified questions
- Download and save the PDF for your reference and score calculation
Calculate Your Probable Score
The revised marking scheme reflects pro-rata adjustments due to cancelled questions. Use the scheme specific to your exam:
For Assistant Librarian (Advt. 354/2025-26):
- Part A: 60 questions × 1.00 marks per correct answer = 60 marks total
- Part B: 149 questions (1 cancelled) × 1.00671 marks per correct answer = 150 marks total
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer (both parts)
- Total marks: 210
Example calculation: If you scored 55 correct and 5 wrong in Part A, and 140 correct and 9 wrong in Part B:
- Part A: (55 × 1.00) − (5 × 0.25) = 55 − 1.25 = 53.75 marks
- Part B: (140 × 1.00671) − (9 × 0.25168) = 140.94 − 2.27 = 138.67 marks
- Total estimated score: 53.75 + 138.67 = 192.42 marks
For Library Clerk (Advt. 342/2025-26):
- Part A: 59 questions (1 cancelled) × 1.01695 marks per correct answer = 60 marks total
- Part B: 150 questions × 1.00 marks per correct answer = 150 marks total
- Negative marking: 0.25424 marks per wrong answer in Part A; 0.25 marks in Part B
- Total marks: 210
What Changed in the Final Answer Key
GSSSB reviewed all objections and re-verified every question with subject experts. Changes were made as follows:
Assistant Librarian (Advt. 354/2025-26): 1 question cancelled in Part B (Question No. 189, ID: 4410091782023)
Library Clerk (Advt. 342/2025-26):
- Part A: 1 answer key correction (Question No. 05, now accepted as Option ID: 4410096808304) and 1 question cancelled (Question No. 09)
- Part B: 1 question now accepts multiple correct answers (Question No. 96 accepts both Option IDs 4410095316060 and 4410095316063)
All candidates who marked the now-accepted alternative answer in Question No. 96 for Library Clerk will receive full marks regardless of which option was selected.
What Happens Next
- The final answer key is now published, and no further objections are accepted
- GSSSB will calculate results using the final answer key and revised marking schemes
- Result declaration will be announced on the official GSSSB website, with the date to be notified
- Merit lists will be published based on final scores
- Document verification and further recruitment stages will follow as per the recruitment process
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key (Assistant Librarian) | 23/03/2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key (Library Clerk) | 24/03/2026 |
| Final Answer Key (Both Posts) | 13/07/2026 |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Assistant Librarian Final Answer Key | Download Answer Key |
| Download Library Clerk Final Answer Key | Download Answer Key |
| Official GSSSB Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the difference between the provisional and final GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026?
Ans. The provisional answer key was released earlier and allowed candidates to raise objections. The final answer key incorporates all approved objections and expert reviews, with confirmed answers and any cancelled or modified questions. No further objections are accepted against the final answer key.
Q2. How many questions were cancelled in the GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026?
Ans. For Assistant Librarian, 1 question in Part B was cancelled. For the Library Clerk, 1 question in Part A was cancelled, and 1 question in Part B now accepts multiple correct answers. All cancelled questions receive pro-rata marks.
Q3. What is pro-rata marking for cancelled questions?
Ans. When questions are cancelled, the total marks remain the same (210 for both exams), but the marks per question increase slightly to compensate. For example, if Part B had 150 questions but 1 was cancelled, the remaining 149 questions now share 150 marks, increasing the per-question value from 1.00 to 1.00671 marks.
Q4. How can I calculate my score using the revised marking scheme?
Ans. Identify your exam (Assistant Librarian or Library Clerk) and part, then use the updated marks per question and negative marking values provided in the final answer key. Multiply correct answers by the per-question marks, subtract negative marking for wrong answers, and sum both parts for your total score.
Q5. Will my marks be recalculated if a question was cancelled?
Ans. Yes. All candidates’ scores will be recalculated using the revised marking scheme that accounts for cancelled questions. The pro-rata method ensures no candidate is disadvantaged by question cancellations, and all scores are recalculated uniformly.
Q6. For Library Clerk, Question No. 96 accepts two answers-which one gives full marks?
Ans. Both Option IDs 4410095316060 and 4410095316063 are now officially correct. If you selected either option, you will receive full marks. If you selected a different option, you will not get marks for that question.
Q7. What is the marking scheme for negative answers in the final answer key?
Ans. For Assistant Librarian: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. For Library Clerk Part A: 0.25424 marks deducted per wrong answer; Part B: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Q8. When will the final result be declared based on the GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026?
Ans. The result declaration date will be announced on the official GSSSB website. Candidates are advised to check gsssb.gujarat.gov.in regularly for result announcements and merit list publications.
How to Proceed
Cross-check your responses against the final answer key immediately to calculate your estimated score using the revised marking scheme provided. Pay close attention to the questions that were cancelled or modified, especially Question No. 96 for Library Clerk, where both marked options are correct. Keep the downloaded answer key safe for your records and prepare for the next stage of recruitment once results are announced on the GSSSB website.
