SSC Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) Answer Key 2026
Current Status: Answer Key Released | Authority: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | Last Updated: 05 February 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the answer key for the Delhi Police Head Constable (AWO/TPO) recruitment 2026. This guide provides all details needed to understand the answer key release, how to verify your responses, and what steps follow. It is intended for candidates who have appeared in the CBT held from 15‑22 January 2026 and are checking their performance.
Important Dates
| Application Start | 24 September 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 15 October 2025 |
| Exam Date | 15‑22 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 5 February 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: 12th pass with Science and Mathematics, or National Trade Certificate in relevant trade.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 27 years as of 1 July 2025 (relaxation as per rules).
- Physical Requirements: Refer to PET details below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (AWO/TPO) | General | 185 | 78 |
| EWS | 37 | 13 | |
| OBC | 94 | 47 | |
| SC | 48 | 23 | |
| ST | 33 | 16 | |
| Total | Posts | 370 | 182 |
Who Should Apply and Who Should Not
Who Should Apply: Candidates who have cleared 12th grade with the required subjects, fall within the age bracket, and wish to serve in Delhi Police as Head Constable. Those seeking a government career with job stability and clear promotion prospects should consider applying.
Who Should Not Apply: Applicants who do not meet the minimum educational qualification, those beyond the upper age limit without applicable relaxation, or candidates uninterested in field duties should refrain from applying.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make
- Skipping the verification of personal details before submitting the application.
- Ignoring the physical measurement requirements and assuming eligibility.
- Failing to practice basic computer typing speed; many candidates underestimate the 1000 ke depressions in 15 minutes test.
- Submitting the answer key request after the official deadline without confirming the exact time zone.
- Visit the official SSC portal at https://ssc.gov.in/ and log in using your registration credentials.
- Locate the “Answer Key – Delhi Police Constable AWO/TPO Recruitment 2025” notification in the notifications list.
- Click the download link and save the answer key PDF to your device.
- Compare your responses from the CBT with the published answer key.
- If you wish to raise objections, use the “Challenge Answer Key” facility before the stipulated deadline.
- Retain a printed copy of the challenged representation for future reference.
- SSC Official Website – source for answer key, notification, and correction portal.
- SSC Candidate Login – portal to download answer key and submit challenges.
What Happens Next: Once the answer key challenge window closes, SSC will release the final answer key and provisional marks. Candidates should monitor the official SSC website for the result announcement, expected in March 2026. After the result, qualified candidates proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) stage. Past updates are archived; only the latest information on the SSC site is authoritative. If you are viewing this page after March 2026, verify the current status before taking any action.
The answer key release marks a critical checkpoint in the Delhi Police Head Constable recruitment. Use the official sources to verify your performance, correct any errors, and prepare for the next selection phases. Stay updated through the SSC portal and official communications.
