Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has released the official Answer Key for the Head Constable (Ministerial) Examination 2026 on its website. The written exam was held on 07 July 2026 while the online application process had started on 24 July 2021 and closed on 22 August 2021. A total of 115 posts were advertised under notification 338/RC/SSB/HC(Min)/2020. Candidates can download the answer key by logging in with their enrollment number, registration number or date of birth. Eligibility requires passing 12th standard along with typing speed of 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi. The selection process includes Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Standard Test, written examination, skill test, document verification and medical examination. Age limit was 18 to 25 years as on 22 August 2021 with applicable relaxations. The direct link to check the answer key is provided below along with all important notices and admit card links. Candidates are advised to verify every detail from the official SSB website before proceeding further.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Apply Start Date |
24 July 2021 |
| Online Apply Last Date |
22 August 2021 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment |
22 August 2021 |
| PET/PST Exam Date |
28 January 2026 |
| Admit Card |
13 January 2026 |
| PET / PST Date (Remaining Candidates) |
09 February 2026 |
| PET / PST Admit Card |
04 February 2026 |
| Written Exam Date |
07 July 2026 |
| Admit Card |
03 July 2026 |
| Answer Key |
09 July 2026 Available Now |
| Result Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General, EWS, OBC |
₹ 100/- |
| SC, ST, ESM |
₹ 00/- |
| All Female |
₹ 00/- |
Age Limit
| Criteria |
Age |
| Minimum Age |
18 Years |
| Maximum Age |
25 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
No. Of Post |
| SSB HC (Ministerial) |
115 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name |
Eligibility |
| SSB HC (Ministerial) |
12th (Intermediate) from recognized board with typing speed 35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi |
Selection Process
| Stage |
| Physical Test |
| Written Exam |
| Skill Test |
| Document Verification |
| Medical Examination |
How to Download/Check
| Step |
Action |
| 1 |
Visit the official SSB recruitment website |
| 2 |
Open the Answer Key / Recruitment section |
| 3 |
Click on Head Constable (Ministerial) Answer Key 2026 |
| 4 |
Enter your Registration/Application Number |
| 5 |
Enter your Date of Birth / Password as required |
| 6 |
Click on the Login / Submit button |
| 7 |
Your Answer Key will appear on the screen |
| 8 |
Click on Download and save the PDF |
Important Links
| Description |
Link |
| Download Answer Key |
Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Re-Open Notice |
Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice |
Click Here |
| Download Admit Card |
Click Here |
| Check Written Exam Date Notice |
Click Here |
| Download (Remaining Candidates) PET/PST Admit Card |
Click Here |
| Check PET/PST Admit Card Notice |
Click Here |
| Download PET/PST Admit Card |
Click Here |
| Check Admit Card Notice |
Click Here |
| Check PET/PST Date Notice |
Click Here |
| Apply Online Link |
Click Here |
| Check Official Notification |
Click Here |
| SSB Official Website |
Click Here |
FAQ Section
Q: What login details are required to download the exam date?
A: Registration/Application Number and Date of Birth or Password.
Q: Is it compulsory to carry the admit card to the exam venue?
A: Yes. Entry is not allowed without a printed admit card.
Q: What documents must be carried along with the admit card?
A: Original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Passport).
Q: What details are mentioned on the admit card?
A: Candidate name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, exam centre address, photograph, and signature.
Q: What is the official website for SSB?
A: The official website for SSB is https://ssb.gov.in/
