When was the CBSE Group A, B, C Tier-I Answer Key 2026 released?

The provisional answer key and OMR sheets were released on 12 February 2026, after the completion of the Tier-I exams.

What is the last date to challenge the CBSE Answer Key?

Candidates can submit their objections online until 14 February 2026 (11:59 PM). A fee of Rs. 1000 per challenged question applies.

How can I download the Tier-I response sheet?

You must log in to the official CBSE recruitment portal using your Roll Number and Date of Birth.

Will I receive the answer key or result by post?

No. All recruitment updates, including the answer key, OMR sheets, and results, are issued online only through the official website.

CBSE Group A, B, C Tier-I Answer Key 2026

Post Date: February 12, 2026 7:20 pm

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

CBSE Group A, B, C Tier-I Answer Key 2026 – Out

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the Tier-I Provisional Answer Key and scanned OMR Response Sheets for the Direct Recruitment Quota (DRQ) 2026. This recruitment (Advt No. 14(88)/2025) covers various Group A, B, and C positions.Candidates who appeared for the offline exams held on 31 January 2026 and 01 February 2026 can now verify their answers. The board has also opened the window to challenge the provisional key if any discrepancies are found.

Important Dates

Online Apply Start Date : 02 December 2025
Online Apply Last Date : 27 December 2025
Last Date For Fee Payment : 27 December 2025
Tier-I Exam Date : 31 January 2026 - 01 February 2026
Exam City Details : 17 January 2026
Admit Card : 28 January 2026
Answer Key : 12 February 2026 Available Now
Result Date : Will Be Updated Here Soon
Candidates are advised to confirm from the CBSE official website.

Application Fee

For General, EWS, OBC : ₹ 1750/- (For Group A Posts)
For General, EWS, OBC : ₹ 1050/- (For Group B / C Posts)
For SC, ST, PH : ₹ 250/-
For All Female Candidates : ₹ 250/-

Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

How To Check & Download CBSE Group A, B, C Tier-I Answer Key 2026

Visit the official CBSE recruitment website: cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/recruitment.html.
Look for the link "Link for download Answer Key and OMR Sheet for DRQ 2026."
You can also go directly to the login portal at cbseit.in/cbse/2026/drqkey/.
Log in using your Roll Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
After logging in, you can view your scanned OMR sheet and the official provisional answer key.
Download the PDF files to calculate your marks (+3 for correct, -1 for incorrect).

SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS

Download Answer Key	Click Here
Check Answer Key Notice	Click Here
Download Admit Card	Click Here
CBSE Official Website	Click Here

Important Questions

Question: When was the CBSE Group A, B, C Tier-I Answer Key 2026 released?	Answer: The provisional answer key and OMR sheets were released on 12 February 2026, after the completion of the Tier-I exams.
Question: What is the last date to challenge the CBSE Answer Key?	Answer: Candidates can submit their objections online until 14 February 2026 (11:59 PM). A fee of Rs. 1000 per challenged question applies.
Question: How can I download the Tier-I response sheet?	Answer: You must log in to the official CBSE recruitment portal using your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
Question: Will I receive the answer key or result by post?	Answer: No. All recruitment updates, including the answer key, OMR sheets, and results, are issued online only through the official website.

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