UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026: Download Shift-Wise PDF

Notice information

• The UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026 has been officially released on 2 November 2026 by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC). The Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) was conducted across three days—25 October, 30 October, and 1 November 2026—in two shifts each day. Now, the provisional Answer Key 2026 is available for all six shifts in a PDF format. Candidates appearing for the PET must download the Solution Key to evaluate their performance and calculate their expected raw score before the final result declaration. It is crucial to verify your responses with the official key as it reflects the commission's evaluated correct answers for the master question paper set. Please note that these keys will remain available on the official portal until 8 November 2026. Candidates are advised to download their respective shift-wise keys immediately to avoid missing the availability window.

How to Download UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026?

• Follow these simple steps to access your shift-wise solution key:
• Visit the official website: upsssc.gov.in
• Navigate to the Notice Board or Latest Notifications section.
• Look for the link titled "PET 2026 Provisional Answer Key" (dated 2 November 2026) under Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026.
• Select your specific Exam Date (25 Oct, 30 Oct, or 1 Nov 2026).
• Choose your Shift (Shift 1 or Shift 2).
• Download the Master Set Answer Key PDF.
• Compare the published answers with your question paper and recorded responses.

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How to Calculate UPSSSC PET Marks Using Answer Key 2026?

• The PET exam follows a specific marking scheme. Candidates can estimate their raw scores using the following formula:
• Score Formula: Estimated Raw Score = (Correct Answers × 1) − (Incorrect Answers × 0.25)
• Marking Scheme:
• +1 Mark for every correct answer.
• -0.25 Marks for every incorrect answer (Negative Marking applies).
• 0 Marks for unattempted questions.
• Calculation Examples:
• Note: This is only an estimated score. The final score may vary based on revised answers or evaluation decisions.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Download the answer key before 8 November 2026, as the links may be deactivated after this date.
• Ensure you are downloading the key for your correct Exam Date and Shift.
• Since this is a Master Set, the question order in your booklet might differ. Match questions by content, not just question numbers.
• Do not consider estimated marks as the final result.
• The PET scorecard is valid for 3 years from the date of result declaration.