The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has officially released the PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 for the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) examination. Candidates who appeared for the exam held on 04 January 2026 can now download the provisional answer key PDF, check their responses, calculate their expected score, and raise objections (if any) through the official website ppsc.gov.in.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 19 CDPO vacancies. Candidates can submit objections to the provisional answer key up to 08 January 2026 (11:59 PM).
PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) |
| Post Name | Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
| Exam Date | 04 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Provisional Answer Key Date | 04 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Objection | 08 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Download PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 PDF
Candidates can download the set-wise provisional answer key PDF directly from the official PPSC website.
Direct Link:
Download PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 – PDF
(Link available on official website under Announcements section)
How to Download PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026?
Follow these steps to download the answer key:
- Visit https://ppsc.gov.in/
- Go to the “Announcements / Answer Key” section
- Click on “Public Notice regarding Answer Key – CDPO Exam”
- Select the Answer Key PDF (All Sets)
- Download and save the PDF for reference
How to Raise Objection Against PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026?
If you find any discrepancy in the provisional answer key, you can challenge it online by following the steps below:
- Login to the candidate portal at ppsc.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Objection / Challenge” section
- Select the CDPO exam
- Choose the question number (Set A based)
- Upload justification/supporting documents
- Maximum 3 images
- Format: JPG/JPEG
- File size: Up to 200 KB each
- Submit objections question-wise
Last date to submit objections:
08 January 2026 (11:59 PM)
Objections submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted | 04 January 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 04 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | 08 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
How to Calculate Your Score Using PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can estimate their expected score using the marking scheme.
Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Wrong Answer: Negative Marking Applicable
- Unattempted Question: 0 Marks
Score Calculation Formula
Expected Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 4) – (Wrong Answers × Negative Marks)
PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When was the PPSC CDPO Answer Key 2026 released?
The provisional answer key was released on 04 January 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the PPSC CDPO Answer Key PDF?
From the official website ppsc.gov.in under the announcements section.
Q3. What is the last date to raise objections?
08 January 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q4. Is the answer key final?
No, it is provisional. The final answer key will be released after considering objections.
