CGPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026: Download Unofficial Answer PDF and Calculate Your Score

The CGPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 (Unofficial) will be available immediately after the end of the State Service Preliminary Examination. Candidates who have appeared in the exam can download the unofficial answer key PDF and estimate their scores before the official answer key is available.

The exam is conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) to shortlist candidates for the Mains stage of the State Service Examination (SSE).

CGPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 – Overview

The unofficial answer key is prepared by subject matter experts and coaching institutes based on candidate feedback and question recall.

CGPSC Prelims Unofficial Answer Key 2026 PDF Link

The direct download link for the CGPSC Prelims Unofficial Answer Key 2026 will be activated below once the exam concludes. The answer key will be available set-wise for General Studies and CSAT papers. Candidates are advised to download the PDF and match their OMR responses carefully to calculate accurate scores. Refresh this page after the exam to access the unofficial answer key instantly.

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How to Download CGPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026?

Follow these simple steps to download the unofficial answer key:

1. Visit this page after the exam.

2. Click on the “Download Answer Key PDF” link.

3. Select your question paper set (Set A, B, C, D).

4. Download the PDF file.

5. Match your responses with the provided answers.

6. Calculate your tentative score.

Alternatively, once released, candidates can also check the official answer key on the CGPSC website.

CGPSC Question Paper 2026

How to Calculate Your CGPSC Prelims Score?

To calculate your expected marks:

Step 1: Know the Marking Scheme

• Each correct answer: +2 marks (GS Paper 1)

• Negative marking: 1/3rd deduction for wrong answers

• CSAT Paper 2: Qualifying in nature (minimum 33%)

Step 2: Apply the Formula

Total Score = (Correct Answers × 2) – (Wrong Answers × 0.66)

Example:

• Correct Answers: 70

• Wrong Answers: 20

Score = (70 × 2) – (20 × 0.66)
Score = 140 – 13.2
Score ≈ 126.8

This gives an estimated GS Paper 1 score.

Why Is the Unofficial Answer Key Important?

The unofficial answer key helps candidates:

• Estimate their probable score

• Analyze subject-wise accuracy

• Predict expected cut-off

• Decide whether to start Mains preparation

• Identify weak areas for improvement

It acts as a preliminary performance indicator before the official answer key is released.

What After Checking the Answer Key?

Once you calculate your score:

If Your Score Is Above Expected Cut-Off

• Immediately begin Mains preparation.

• Focus on answer writing practice.

• Revise Chhattisgarh-specific topics.

If Your Score Is Borderline

• Wait for official answer key.

• Prepare lightly for Mains while continuing revision.

If Score Is Below Cut-Off

• Analyze mistakes.

• Strengthen weak subjects.

• Start early preparation for next attempt.

Expected Cut-Off Trends (Previous Years Insight)

The CGPSC Prelims cut-off generally depends on:

• Difficulty level of GS Paper 1

• Number of vacancies

• Overall candidate performance

• Category-wise reservation

We will provide a detailed expected cut-off analysis after reviewing the exam difficulty.

Official Answer Key Release

After the provisional answer key is released, candidates will be allowed to raise objections within a specified time frame. After reviewing objections, CGPSC will release the final answer key, which will be used for result preparation.

Only the official answer key determines the final result. However, the unofficial key helps in early planning and mental clarity.

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