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UPSC Prelims 2026 Answer Key
Memory-based answer key and expert solutions are being compiled. Official UPSC answer key will be updated after release.
Download the official UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Answer Key (Unofficial) – GS Paper I & CSAT answer key PDF. Check expected cut-off marks, calculate your score using our free Score Calculator, and find instructions to raise objections here.
Key Information Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSC Prelims 2026 Answer Key |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Status | Released |
| Exam Dates | Check Schedule Below |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in/index.php |
Answer Key Information
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Note: Memory-based answer key and expert solutions are being compiled. Official UPSC answer key will be updated after release.
Score Calculator
Enter your answers for each paper — we'll calculate your total.
Formula: (2 × Correct) + (-0.667 × Wrong) + (0 × Skipped)
Grand Total Summary
* Scores from qualifying-only papers are excluded from this total.
Negative Marking Details
- Correct Answer: Adds 2 marks to your score.
- Incorrect Answer: Deducts 0.66 marks from your total.
- Penalty Fraction: Equal to one-third (1/3) of the question's total value.
- Unanswered Questions: Incur zero marks or penalty deductions.
- Multiple Options Marked: Counted as an incorrect response and penalized accordingly.
How to Use the Answer Key
- Download the official answer key PDF from the link provided in the sidebar
- Compare your marked responses with the official answers for each question
- Use our Score Calculator above to estimate your raw score
- If you find any discrepancy, submit an objection with valid proof within the deadline
- Wait for the final answer key after the objection review period ends
- The final result will be declared based on the revised final answer key
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