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PSSSB JE Answer Key 2026: Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released the Junior Engineer (JE) Answer Key 2026 for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical posts. Candidates who appeared in the written exam can now download the provisional answer key PDF along with their OMR response sheet and raise objections within the given deadline.
The written examination was conducted on 28 March 2026, and the answer key has been released the very next day on 29 March 2026.
📊 Answer Key Overview
| Organization | PSSSB (Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2025, 15/2025 & 16/2025 |
| Exam Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional Answer Key Released |
| Answer Key Release Date | 29 March 2026 |
| OMR Sheet | Available (Login Required) |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted | 28 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 29 March 2026 |
| OMR Sheet Release | 29 March 2026 |
| Objection Window | 29 March – 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | 31 March 2026 (5 PM) |
| Final Answer Key | Expected April 2026 |
| Result Date | Expected April/May 2026 |
📝 Note: Objection window is open for only 3 days, so candidates must act quickly.
📥 Direct Link to Download Answer Key
- Visit official website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
- Go to “What’s New” section
- Click on JE Answer Key 2026 link
- Download PDF for your respective discipline
✒️ Answer key is available for all sets (A, B, C, D).
📝 Steps to Download OMR Sheet
- Visit official website
- Click on OMR Sheet link
- Enter Application Number & Date of Birth
- Fill captcha and login
- Download response sheet
📜 The OMR sheet allows candidates to verify their marked answers.
⚠️ Objection Process (Challenge Answer Key)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Mode | Email / Online Submission |
| Last Date | 31 March 2026 (5 PM) |
| Required Documents | Valid proof (books/reference) |
| Format | Grievance Form (official) |
- Download grievance form from official website
- Mention question number & correct answer
- Attach supporting documents
- Send via official email before deadline
📌 Only valid objections will be accepted.
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct answer |
| Negative Marking | Applicable (as per rules) |
📊 How to Calculate Marks
- ✔ Add 1 mark for each correct answer
- ✔ Deduct negative marks (if applicable)
- ✔ Compare with expected cut-off
📌 Expected Cut-Off (Tentative)
| Category | Expected Cut-Off |
|---|---|
| General | 70 – 80 Marks |
| OBC | 65 – 75 Marks |
| SC/ST | 55 – 65 Marks |
📈 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Exam | Objective Test |
| Document Verification | Final Stage |
📄 What Next After Answer Key?
- ✔ Raise objections (if required)
- ✔ Wait for final answer key
- ✔ Result announcement
- ✔ Document verification
📊 Important Highlights
- ✔ Answer key released within 1 day of exam
- ✔ OMR sheet available for all candidates
- ✔ Objection window open till 31 March
- ✔ Result expected soon
🔗 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Answer Key PDF (Civil) | Download PDF |
| Answer Key PDF (Electrical) | Download PDF |
| Answer Key PDF (Mechanical) | Download PDF |
| OMR Sheet Login | Click for OMR Sheet |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
❓ FAQs: PSSSB JE Answer Key 2026
1. When was the PSSSB JE Answer Key 2026 released?
The provisional answer key was released on 29 March 2026, one day after the examination.
2. What is the last date to raise objections for PSSSB JE Answer Key 2026?
The last date to submit objections is 31 March 2026 up to 5 PM.
3. How can I download the PSSSB JE OMR Sheet?
You can download your OMR sheet by logging in on the official portal using your Application Number and Date of Birth.
4. Is there any fee for raising objections?
No specific fee is officially mentioned in the notification; however, candidates must submit valid proof while raising objections.
5. When will the PSSSB JE Result 2026 be declared?
The result is expected to be released in April or May 2026 after the final answer key is published.
