Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2025 on September 9, 2025, for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) conducted on September 6 and 7, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam across various shifts can now download the shift-wise answer key PDFs from the official website, upsssc.gov.in, to evaluate their performance and estimate their scores. This article provides comprehensive details about the answer key release, how to download it, and the next steps for candidates.
Key Highlights of UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2025
- Release Date: September 9, 2025
- Exam Dates: September 6 and 7, 2025
- Shifts: Two shifts per day (Morning: 10 AM to 12 PM, Evening: 3 PM to 5 PM)
- Last Date to Download Answer Key: September 15, 2025
- Objection Window: To be announced soon
- Official Website: upsssc.gov.in
The UPSSSC PET 2025 was conducted across 48 districts in Uttar Pradesh, with nearly 25 lakh candidates participating, of which approximately 9.64 lakh appeared on the first day alone. The exam serves as a qualifying test for Group C and D posts, such as UP Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, and Village Development Officer (VDO), making the answer key a crucial resource for candidates to gauge their eligibility for further recruitment stages.
How to Download the UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2025
Ditect Download Links – https://upsssc.gov.in/News.aspx?id=2
Candidates can follow these steps to access the shift-wise answer key PDFs:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Latest News” or “Important Announcements” section on the homepage.
- Locate the link for “Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 Answer Key” (e.g., “Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 की दिनांक 06-09-2025 और 07-09-2025 को आयोजित लिखित परीक्षा की औपबन्धिक उत्तर कुंजी”).
- Select the relevant shift (September 6 or 7, Shift 1 or 2) and question paper set (A, B, C, or D).
- The answer key PDF will open on the screen. Download and save it for reference.
Calculating Scores Using the Answer Key
The UPSSSC PET 2025 consists of 100 questions, each carrying 1 mark, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. There is no penalty for unanswered questions. Candidates can calculate their tentative scores as follows:
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: -0.25 marks
- Unanswered Question: 0 marks
To estimate your score:
- Compare your responses with the official answer key.
- Count the number of correct and incorrect answers.
- Use the formula:
Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 1) – (Number of Incorrect Answers × 0.25)
The UPSSSC applies a normalization method to ensure fairness across different shifts due to variations in difficulty levels. The normalized score will be reflected in the final result.
Raising Objections Against the Provisional Answer Key
The released answer key is provisional, allowing candidates to raise objections if they identify discrepancies in the answers. The objection window details, including the start date and procedure, will be announced soon on the official website. Candidates will need to:
- Log in using their registration number, date of birth, or roll number.
- Select the question(s) they wish to challenge.
- Provide valid proof to support their objection.
- Pay a fee of INR 100 per question (refundable if the objection is accepted).
Once all objections are reviewed, UPSSSC will release the final answer key, which will serve as the basis for the PET 2025 results.
Importance of the UPSSSC PET Answer Key
The answer key is a vital tool for candidates to:
- Estimate Scores: Calculate tentative marks to assess their chances of qualifying.
- Identify Weak Areas: Analyze performance across subjects like General Hindi, General English, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, and Elementary Arithmetic.
- Ensure Transparency: The objection window promotes fairness by allowing candidates to challenge incorrect answers.
The PET certificate, valid for three years (until 2028), is mandatory for applying to various Group C and D posts in Uttar Pradesh. A good score, typically 72-78 marks based on this year’s difficulty level, increases the likelihood of qualifying for mains examinations.
What’s Next?
After the objection window closes, UPSSSC will review all challenges and release the final answer key. The UPSSSC PET Result 2025 will follow, containing candidates’ normalized scores, names, roll numbers, and registration numbers. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates on the objection window, final answer key, and result declaration.