Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) successfully conducted the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2024 Mains Exam in March 2025 for 543 vacancies under Advt. No. 129/OSSC. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access the official answer key to check their performance and estimate their scores.
OSSC CGL Mains 2024 – Exam Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | OSSC CGL Mains 2025 |
| Advt. No. | 129/OSSC |
| Vacancies | 543 Group B & C Posts |
| Language Paper | March 30, 2025 (Revised Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) |
| Mathematics Test | Held as scheduled |
| General Studies | Held as scheduled |
| Admit Cards Released | March 24, 2025 |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
Subjects Covered in OSSC CGL Mains Exam
The exam tested candidates across a well-structured syllabus designed to evaluate overall aptitude and awareness:
- General Mental Ability
- Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- General Awareness (History, Polity, Geography, Economy, etc.)
- Language Paper (Odia & English)
- Mathematics & Quantitative Aptitude
OSSC CGL 2024 Mains Question Paper – How to Download
Candidates can now download the official answer key to calculate their expected scores and raise objections (if any) within the specified timeframe.
| OSSC CGL 2024 Mains (Odia & English) | Download | Answer Key |
| OSSC CGL 2024 Mains (General Studies) | Download | Answer Key |
| OSSC CGL 2024 Mains (Mathematics) | Download | Answer Key |
Raise Objections (If Needed)
If you believe any question or answer is incorrect, you can submit your objection online through the OSSC portal. Make sure to include:
- Roll number
- Question number
- Suggested correction
- Supporting document or explanation
Note: Objection window will be active only for a limited time after release of answer key.
How to Calculate OSSC CGL Mains Scores
The paper follows an objective-type format. To calculate your marks:
- Add 1 mark for every correct answer.
- Deduct 0.25 marks for every wrong answer (if applicable).
- Leave blank for unattempted.
Sum up your net score and compare it with past cutoff trends (to be released soon).
What’s Next?
Once objections are reviewed, OSSC will release the final answer key along with the CGL 2025 Mains result. Candidates qualifying this stage will be called for:
- Certificate/document verification
- Final merit list preparation
Important Dates Recap
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release | 24 March 2025 |
| Language Paper | 30 March 2025 (9:00–11:00 AM) |
| Mathematics Test | Held as per original schedule |
| General Studies Test | As scheduled |
| Answer Key Release | April 2025 (Tentative) |
| Objection Window | Active soon after key release |
FAQs – OSSC CGL Mains 2024 Mains Question Paper
Q1. When was the OSSC CGL 2025 Mains Language Paper conducted?
It was held on 30 March 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, after a schedule revision.
Q2. How can I download the OSSC CGL 2025 Mains answer key?
Visit www.ossc.gov.in and access the answer key link from the “What’s New” section.
Q3. Can I raise objections against the answer key?
Yes, if you spot any errors, you can raise objections online within the given time window.
Q4. What is the marking scheme for OSSC CGL Mains?
✔️ 1 mark for each correct answer.
❌ 0.25 mark deduction for each wrong answer (if applicable).
Q5. When will the OSSC CGL Mains result be declared?
It will be announced after objection resolution, tentatively in May 2025.
