SSB Odisha CPET 2026 Final Answer Key Released
State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha — Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha
📌 Quick Information Overview
| Organization / University | State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha |
|---|---|
| Update Category | Answer Key & Objections |
| Status | ARCHIVED |
| Official Portal | http://ssbodisha.ac.in |
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha has published the provisional Answer Key along with the question paper and response sheets for SSB Odisha CPET 2026 Final Answer Key Released (All India). Candidates who appeared in the test can cross-check their marked responses with the official key to compute their estimated scores. In case of any discrepancies, candidates may submit online objections within the stipulated challenge window accompanied by prescribed proof. Detailed instructions and direct objection links are available below.
📅 Important Dates & Schedule
| Exam Date | 05 May 2026 |
|---|
📝 Detailed Notification Guide
Overview of SSB Odisha CPET 2026 Final Answer Key
The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha has officially released the final answer key for the Combined Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPET) 2026. This release follows the conclusion of the examination process conducted in May 2026. The final version incorporates corrections based on candidate objections filed against the provisional key and serves as the official reference for merit list preparation across all 39 participating subjects.
Exam Schedule Summary
| Exam Date | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|
| 5 May 2026 | Commerce, Biotechnology, Sociology, Environmental Science, Education, Anthropology (Arts) |
| 6 May 2026 | Geology, Wildlife and Biodiversity Conservation, English, Physics |
| 7 May 2026 | Public Health, Marine Science-Oceanography, Odia, Geography, Botany, Material Science |
| 8 May 2026 | Home Science, Law, Computer Science, Food Science and Technology, History, Mathematics |
| 9 May 2026 | Public Administration, Political Science, Microbiology |
| 11 May 2026 | Chemistry, Sanskrit, Economics, Business Administration, Hindi, Atmospheric Science, Marine Science-Marine Biology |
| 12 May 2026 | Journalism & Mass Communication, Electronic Science, Anthropology (Science), Linguistics, Population Studies, Santali, Urdu, Zoology |
| 13 May 2026 | PMIR/IRPM, Philosophy, Psychology |
| 14 May 2026 | Statistics, Women Studies, Library & Information Science |
| 15 May 2026 | Social Work, Tourism & Travel Studies |
| 16 May 2026 | Rural Development, Yoga & Naturopathy |
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must note the following technical updates provided by the board regarding the final answer key:
- Star-Marked Questions: Certain questions in Law (Q.61), Mathematics (Q.44), and Chemistry (Q.19, Q.75) are marked with an asterisk (*). All candidates will be awarded full marks for these questions regardless of their response status.
- Multiple Correct Answers: Specific questions in subjects including Physics, Mathematics, Botany, Geology, Business Administration, Home Science, Odia, and Biotechnology have been assigned more than one correct option. Ensure you verify these against your specific subject section.
How to Download the CPET 2026 Answer Key
- Navigate to the official portal at ssbodisha.ac.in.
- Locate the link labeled 'Final Answer Keys CPET-2026' in the notifications section.
- Download the PDF file to your device.
- Use the Ctrl+F (or search function) to locate your subject to view the accurate key.