CBSE to Close DRQ Tier-1 Answer Key Objection Window on February 14, 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the objection window for the Direct Recruitment Quota (DRQ) 2026 Tier-1 answer key will close tomorrow, February 14, 2026. This critical deadline applies to all candidates who appeared for the examination and wish to challenge any discrepancies in the released answer key.
Examination and Answer Key Details
The CBSE conducted the DRQ Tier-1 examination on January 31, 2026, across two separate sessions. Following the exam, the board has made available the answer keys along with scanned images of the Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) answer sheets for candidates to review. These materials have been issued for all post categories, including Group A, Group B, Group C, and Group D positions.
How to Access and Download Answer Key and OMR Sheets
Candidates can retrieve their answer key and OMR sheet by following a straightforward online process:
- Visit the official CBSE website at cbsejt.nic.in
- Locate and click on the link specifically for the CBSE DRQ Tier-1 answer key 2026
- Enter your roll number and date of birth as required
- View and download both the answer key and the scanned OMR sheet
- Take a printout of these documents for future reference and record-keeping
Procedure for Submitting Objections to the Answer Key
For candidates who identify issues or inaccuracies in the answer key, the CBSE has established a formal objection process. The objection window opened on February 12, 2026, and will remain accessible until February 14, 2026. Key steps and requirements include:
- Objections must be submitted exclusively through the online candidate login portal
- A non-refundable fee of ₹100 per questioned answer is mandatory for each objection raised
- The board will not accept objections conveyed via email, postal mail, personal letters, or in-person submissions
Important Guidelines and Final Considerations
Candidates should carefully note several crucial points regarding the objection process:
- All submitted challenges will undergo review by subject matter experts appointed directly by the CBSE
- The decision rendered by these experts will be considered final and binding
- Candidates will not receive individual notifications regarding the outcome of their objections
- The final examination results will be computed based on the finalized answer key after all objections are resolved
- If an objection is upheld and accepted by the experts, the ₹100 fee for that particular question will be refunded to the concerned candidate
Prospective candidates are strongly advised to meticulously review their answer key and submit any necessary objections before the February 14 deadline. The CBSE has clarified that no further opportunities will be provided once the objection window closes, making timely action essential for those seeking corrections.
