CBSE Recruitment Answer Key 2026 Check Group A, B & C CBT Response Sheet Details

The much-awaited answer key for the CBSE Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 is finally here. If you were among the candidates who appeared in the Tier-I Computer-Based Test for 124 Group A, B, and C vacancies, this update is especially important for you.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) officially announced on 11 February 2026 that the provisional answer key will be available from 12 February 2026 on its official recruitment portal: https://www.cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/recruitment.html.

Let’s walk through everything you need to know — from download steps and objection dates to the marking scheme and score calculation method.

 Official Announcement: Key Highlights

CBSE has released a formal notification confirming the publication of:

Provisional Answer Key

Individual Response Sheet

Objection Submission Window

The answer key will allow candidates to evaluate their performance in the Tier-I CBT examination and estimate their probable score before the final result declaration.

 Important Dates at a Glance

 Where to Download CBSE Recruitment Answer Key 2026?

Candidates can access the answer key exclusively through the official CBSE recruitment portal.

 Official Website: https://www.cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/recruitment.html

 Step-by-Step Guide to Download the Answer Key

Follow these instructions carefully:

Visit the official CBSE recruitment webpage.

Look for the section titled “Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026.”

Click on the link labeled “Download Answer Key for Computer-Based Test for Direct Recruitment.”

Enter your Registration Number and Password.

Complete the Captcha verification.

Your answer key along with your response sheet will appear on the screen.

Download and save the PDF for future reference.

 CBSE Recruitment 2026 Marking Scheme

Before estimating your score, it is essential to understand the official marking structure used in the Tier-I exam.

Negative marking applies, so calculate carefully.

 How to Calculate Your CBSE Tier-I Score

Once you download your response sheet and the provisional answer key:

Match each of your selected answers with the correct responses.

Count the total number of correct answers.

Count the total number of incorrect answers.

Use the formula below:

(Number of Correct Answers × 3) – (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1)

 Do not include unanswered questions in your calculation.

This will give you your tentative raw score for the Tier-I examination.

 What If You Find an Incorrect Answer?

CBSE provides a transparent objection process to ensure fairness and accuracy.

If you believe a question or answer in the provisional key is incorrect:

Submit your objection online.

The objection window remains open from 12 February to 14 February 2026.

Follow the instructions provided on the official website while submitting your challenge.

After reviewing all objections, CBSE will publish the final answer key, which will be binding and used for result preparation.

 Why the Answer Key Matters

The provisional answer key serves multiple purposes:

 Ensures transparency in recruitment

 Allows candidates to verify performance

 Reduces anxiety before results

 Provides opportunity to challenge discrepancies
 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When was the CBSE Recruitment Answer Key 2026 released?
It was released on 12 February 2026.

Q2. Is there negative marking in the Tier-I exam?
Yes. 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.

Q3. How many total marks was the exam conducted for?
The Tier-I exam was conducted for 450 marks.

Q4. Can candidates challenge the provisional answer key?
Yes, objections can be submitted between 12 and 14 February 2026.

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