Delhi Police Head Constable Answer Key 2026 is expected today. Check SSC SCM answer key time, shift-wise attendance, expected cut off for male and female candidates, normalization marks, and direct official links.
Candidates who appeared in the Delhi Police Head Constable (SCM) CBT Exam 2026 were waiting for the answer key for a long time. Many students commented that SSC forgot to release the answer key. Now, the wait is almost over.
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Exam Overview: Delhi Police Head Constable 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Delhi Police Head Constable (SCM) |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
| Department | Delhi Police |
| Exam Type | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | 7 January to 12 January 2026 |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
Answer Key Release Date & Time
- Expected Date:Â Today
- Expected Time: Around 7:00 PM
- Mode:Â Online
- Website:Â SSC official website
Once the answer key is released, candidates can:
- Check correct and wrong answers
- Calculate expected marks
- Raise objections if any answer is wrong
Answer Key Objection Process
After the answer key is released:
- SSC will give limited days to raise objections
- Objection fee may apply per question
- Final result will be prepared after objection review
Total Vacancies (Post Details)
Male Candidates
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 168 |
| OBC | 77 |
| EWS | 34 |
| SC | 49 |
| ST | 13 |
| Total | 341 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 82 |
| OBC | 38 |
| EWS | 17 |
| SC | 24 |
| ST | 7 |
| Total | 168 |
Total Vacancies (Male + Female): 509
Application vs Attendance Data (Most Important Factor)
| Details | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Total Applications | 9,40,689 |
| Candidates Appeared | 3,21,205 |
| Attendance Percentage | Very Low |
| Good Attempts | Only ~2% |
Why this matters:
Cut off is decided mainly by:
- Number of candidates who appeared
- Difficulty level of exam
- Vacancies available
This is why previous cut off predictions were incorrect.
Exam Difficulty Level (Shift-wise)
| Subject | Questions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | Moderate to Hard |
| Reasoning | 25 | Moderate to Hard |
| English | 25 | Moderate |
| GK/GA | 20 | Moderate to Hard |
| Computer | 10 | Moderate |
Shift Difficulty Summary
| Date | Shift | Level |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Jan | Shift 1 | Hard |
| 7 Jan | Shift 2 | Moderate to Hard |
| 7 Jan | Shift 3 | Easy to Moderate |
| 8 Jan | Shift 1 | Easy to Moderate |
| 8 Jan | Shift 2 | Hard |
| 9 Jan | Shift 1 | Hard |
| 10 Jan | Shift 2 | Hard |
| 12 Jan | Shift 1 | Hard |
Note: Final difficulty may change after answer key analysis.
Normalization Marks (Expected)
| Shift Level | Expected Increase |
|---|---|
| Hard Shift | +6 to +8 marks |
| Moderate Shift | +3 to +4 marks |
| Easy Shift | Low or No Increase |
Expected Cut Off Marks (Very Important)
Male Candidates
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| UR | 64 – 65 |
| OBC | 62 – 63 |
| EWS | 62 – 63 |
| SC | 57 – 58 |
| ST | 55 – 56 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| UR | 60 |
| OBC | 58 |
| EWS | 58 |
| SC | 55 |
| ST | 53 |
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
| Category | Cut Off |
|---|---|
| UR | 38 – 41 |
| OBC | 37 – 38 |
| EWS | 32 – 35 |
| SC | 30 |
| ST | 31 |
Selection for Physical Test
- Vacancies:Â 509
- Candidates shortlisted:Â 20 times
- Expected shortlisted candidates:Â 10,180
- Typing test failure rate is high, so SSC takes more candidates
How to Check SSC Answer Key
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on Answer Key section
- Login using:
- Registration Number
- Password
- Download answer key and response sheet
- Calculate your score
Important Official Links
- SSC Official Website:Â https://ssc.gov.in
- Delhi Police Recruitment Page:Â https://delhipolice.gov.in
- SSC Latest Notices:Â https://ssc.gov.in/Portal/Notices
Important Advice for Candidates
- Marks usually reduce after answer key
- Do not trust fake cut off videos
- Start Physical & Typing preparation now
- Even if you are 2–3 marks below cut off, stay prepared
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will SSC Delhi Police Answer Key 2026 be released?
Most likely today around 7:00 PM.
Q2. Where can I check the answer key?
On the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
Q3. Can I raise objections?
Yes, SSC will provide a limited objection window.
Q4. What is the expected cut off for UR male?
Around 64–65 marks.
Q5. How many candidates appeared in the exam?
Around 3.21 lakh candidates.
Q6. Will normalization increase marks?
Yes, especially for hard shifts (6–8 marks).
