UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) Answer Key 2026
After the UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) 2026 exam, the conducting body releases the provisional answer key (and usually your response sheet) and opens a short objection window. Written Examination is conducted in late June or early July over 3 consecutive days (Fri-Sat-Sun typically). Day 1: General English (FN) + General Studies (AN). Day 2: Specialisation Paper III (FN) + Paper IV (AN). Day 3: Paper V (FN) + Paper VI (AN). Viva-voce/Personality Test at UPSC Dholpur House in October-November. Here is how to check it and challenge a wrong key.
How to check the UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) answer key & raise objections
- Open the official website. Go to the official UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) website (linked below) and open the "Answer Key" / "Response Sheet" link for the current cycle.
- Log in and download your response sheet. Log in with your credentials to download the provisional answer key and your recorded responses.
- Calculate your expected score. Match your responses against the key and apply the exam's marking scheme (including negative marking) for an expected score.
- Raise objections within the window. If a key looks wrong, submit an objection with supporting proof within the official window (usually a few days, often with a per-question fee that is refunded if upheld).
Official UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) links
UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) answer key — FAQs
How do I raise an objection on the UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) answer key?
Log in to the official UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) website during the objection window, select the disputed question, submit your justification with proof, and pay the per-question fee (refunded if your objection is upheld).
Where do I download the UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) official answer key?
The provisional UPSC IES/ISS (Economic / Statistical Service) answer key and response sheet are released on the official website after the exam. Download links and steps are above; watch the live updates below for the release.
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