The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) successfully conducted the Punjab PCS Prelims Exam 2025 for 322 vacancies on 7th December 2025. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now download the Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 on the official website – ppsc.gov.in.
Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 Overview
PPSC has released the GS Paper 1 and CSAT Paper 2 answer keys in PDF format. Candidates can download them directly from the official website to check correct responses and analyze their performance. An objection window is also activated to allow challenges against the provisional answer key.
Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 – Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Punjab Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | Punjab PCS Prelims 2025 |
| Exam Date | 7th December 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 7th December 2025 |
| Papers | GS Paper 1 & CSAT Paper 2 |
| Total Marks | 400 |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Objection Window | Yes |
| Official Website | https://ppsc.gov.in/ |
Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 PDF Download
The official Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 for General Studies (GS) Paper 1 and CSAT Paper 2 are uploaded at ppsc.gov.in. The direct download links will be updated below.
Punjab PCS Answer Key PDF Links
| Paper | Answer Key PDF | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies (GS) – Paper 1 | Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 – GS | Download PDF |
| CSAT – Paper 2 | Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025 – CSAT | Download PDF |
How to Download Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025?
Follow these simple steps to access the answer key:
- Visit the official PPSC website: www.ppsc.gov.in
- Click on the “Announcements / Answer Key” section.
- Look for Punjab PCS Prelims Answer Key 2025.
- Select GS Paper 1 or CSAT Paper 2.
- The answer key will open in PDF format.
- Download and match your answers to calculate your expected score.
Punjab PCS Prelims 2025 Marking Scheme
The Punjab PCS Prelims includes two objective-type papers:
| Paper | Total Questions | Total Marks | Marks per Question | Negative Marking | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS Paper 1 | 100 | 200 | 2 marks each | No | Counts for merit |
| CSAT Paper 2 | 80 | 200 | 2.5 marks each | No | Qualifying (40% required) |
Key Points:
- Only GS Paper 1 marks are used to determine the Prelims cut-off.
- CSAT Paper 2 is qualifying; candidates must score 40% (80 marks).
- No negative marking in either paper.
How to Calculate Marks Using Punjab PCS Answer Key 2025?
Since there is no negative marking, calculation is straightforward.
GS Paper 1
- Correct Answer = +2 marks
- Wrong Answer = 0
- Score = Number of correct answers × 2
CSAT Paper 2 (Qualifying)
- Correct Answer = +2.5 marks
- You must score at least 80 marks to qualify.
Punjab PCS Answer Key Objection Process 2025
PPSC will provide an online window to raise objections against the provisional answer key.
To raise objections:
- Log in to the official PPSC website
- Choose the question(s) to challenge
- Upload proof or valid reference
- Pay the objection fee (if applicable)
After reviewing objections, PPSC will release the Final Answer Key — which cannot be challenged further.
