The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has released the JPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination (Advt. No. 01/2026). Candidates who appeared in the prelims exam can now download the official answer key PDF and evaluate their performance.
Latest Update
- Exam Date: 19 April 2026
- Answer Key Status: Released (Provisional)
- Objection Window: 20 April – 24 April 2026 (5 PM)
Description
The JPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 contains the correct answers to all questions asked in the exam. Candidates can use it to:
- Calculate expected marks
- Identify mistakes
- Raise objections (if any)
How to Download JPSC Pre Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit official website 👉 https://www.jpsc.gov.in
- Click on “Answer Key / Model Answer Key” section
- Select Civil Services Pre Answer Key 2026
- Download PDF (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
- Match your answers with the official key
Exam Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 |
| Conducting Body | JPSC |
| Total Vacancy | 103 Posts |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR) |
| Papers | GS Paper 1 & CSAT Paper 2 |
Marking Scheme
- Total Marks: 200 (Paper 1)
- Negative Marking: ❌ No negative marking
- CSAT (Paper 2): Qualifying (33% required)
Objection Process
If you find any incorrect answer:
- Prepare objection with proof
- Submit via official process (PDF/email/portal)
- Submit before 24 April 2026
Details Mentioned on Answer Key
- Question Number
- Correct Option
- Paper Set (A/B/C/D)
- Subject (Paper 1 / Paper 2)
What Next?
After answer key:
- Raise objections (if needed)
- Wait for Final Answer Key
- Check Prelims Result 2026
- Prepare for JPSC Mains Exam 2026
Important Links
| Online Objection Link | Click Here |
| Download Pre Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Pre Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Pre Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Pre Exam City / Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Re-Open / Pre Exam Notice | Click Here |
| Date Extend Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| JPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ – JPSC Pre Answer Key 2026
Q1. Is JPSC Pre Answer Key 2026 released?
Yes, the provisional answer key is released.
Q2. What is JPSC Prelims Exam Date 2026?
The exam was held on 19 April 2026.
Q3. Can I raise objections?
Yes, objections can be submitted till 24 April 2026.
Q4. Is there negative marking?
No, there is no negative marking.
Q5. When will final answer key release?
After reviewing objections (expected May 2026).