GPSC Answer Key 2026: Provisional Keys Released for Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Labour Commissioner & ACF/RFO Posts on July 9

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GPSC Answer Key 2026 Released for Multiple Posts

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has published the provisional answer keys for the preliminary examinations of four distinct recruitment drives on July 9, 2026. These include posts such as Lecturer in Architecture, Assistant Professor in Philosophy, Assistant Commissioner of Labour, and Assistant Conservator of Forest/Range Forest Officer. Candidates who sat for these exams can now access the answer keys on the official GPSC website and prepare to raise objections if needed.

About Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) and the Exam Phase

GPSC is the premier recruiting body for state civil services and various gazetted posts in Gujarat. The commission conducts competitive examinations in multiple stages, with the preliminary exam being the first filter. For these four recruitments, the provisional answer keys pertain to the preliminary stage, allowing candidates to estimate their scores and challenge any discrepancies before the final key is issued.

GPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026: Post-Wise Details & Objections

The following table summarizes the posts, advertisement numbers, and exam stages for which the provisional keys have been released. All keys are dated July 9, 2026.

Post / Subject Exam Stage Release Date
Lecturer, Architecture, Government Polytechnics, GES, Class-2 Provisional Key (Prelim) 9 July 2026
Assistant Professor, Philosophy, Government Arts, Science & Commerce College, GES, Class-2 Provisional Key (Prelim) 9 July 2026
Assistant Commissioner of Labour, Gujarat Labour Services, Class-1 Provisional Key (Prelim) 9 July 2026
Assistant Conservator of Forest and Range Forest Officer, Class-2 (Paper-2) Provisional Key (Prelim) - Paper 2 9 July 2026

1. Lecturer, Architecture (Advt. No. 70/2025-26)

GPSC has released the provisional preliminary answer key for the post of Lecturer in Architecture at Government Polytechnics, under the Gujarat Educational Service (GES), Class-2 cadre. This recruitment falls under the Special Recruitment for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Second Attempt category.

Direct to view GPSC Lecturer, Architecture (Advt. No. 70/2025-26) Provisional Answer Key 2026

2. Assistant Professor, Philosophy (Advt. No. 88/2025-26)

The provisional answer key has also been published for Assistant Professor in Philosophy at Government Arts, Science & Commerce Colleges, under GES Class-2. Like the Lecturer post above, this is part of the Special Recruitment (PwD) Second Attempt drive.

Direct to view GPSC Assistant Professor, Philosophy (Advt. No. 88/2025-26) Provisional Answer Key 2026

3. Assistant Commissioner of Labour (Advt. No. 97/2025-26)

Candidates who appeared for the preliminary exam for Assistant Commissioner of Labour under Gujarat Labour Services, Class-1, can now check the provisional key released under the Special Recruitment (PwD) Second Attempt category.

Direct to view GPSC Assistant Commissioner of Labour (Advt. No. 97/2025-26) Provisional Answer Key 2026

4. Assistant Conservator of Forest & Range Forest Officer (Advt. No. 3/2026-27)

For the Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) and Range Forest Officer (RFO), Class-2 recruitment, GPSC has released the provisional key specifically for Paper-2 of the preliminary examination.

Direct to view GPSC ACF/RFO (Advt. No. 3/2026-27) Provisional Answer Key 2026

How to File Objections for GPSC Answer Key 2026

GPSC typically allows a limited window for candidates to raise objections against a provisional answer key. The process usually requires submitting a prescribed format, supporting evidence, and a nominal fee per question challenged. However, the exact objection deadline, fee, and submission method vary for each of the four notices. Candidates are advised to carefully read the specific official notice for their post to get accurate details. The commission will consider valid objections before finalizing the answer key.

Step-by-Step Guide to Download GPSC Answer Key 2026

  1. Visit the official GPSC website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
  2. Navigate to the "News & Events" section on the homepage.
  3. Look for the entry corresponding to your advertisement number (70/2025-26, 88/2025-26, 97/2025-26, or 3/2026-27) and date (9 July 2026).
  4. Click on the notice link to open the detailed PDF or page for that specific post.
  5. Download the provisional answer key and cross-check with your recorded responses.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) released the provisional answer keys for the Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Assistant Commissioner of Labour, and ACF/RFO preliminary exams on July 9, 2026. All four keys are available on the official GPSC website under the News & Events section.
No, these are provisional answer keys for the preliminary stage only. GPSC allows candidates to raise objections within a specified period. After considering valid objections, the commission will publish the final answer key, which will be used for evaluation.
To raise an objection, you need to check the specific official notice for your post. Typically, GPSC provides a window to submit objections online or offline, along with supporting evidence and a fee per question. The exact procedure and deadline are mentioned in the individual notice.
The answer keys correspond to Advt. No. 70/2025-26 (Lecturer, Architecture), Advt. No. 88/2025-26 (Assistant Professor, Philosophy), Advt. No. 97/2025-26 (Assistant Commissioner of Labour), and Advt. No. 3/2026-27 (ACF/RFO).
No, the provisional answer key for ACF/RFO (Advt. No. 3/2026-27) is specifically for Paper-2 of the preliminary examination. Candidates should note that Paper-1 may have a separate key or evaluation process.
A provisional answer key allows candidates to estimate their scores and identify any potential errors in the key. It provides a transparent mechanism for candidates to challenge answers before the final key is released, ensuring fairness in the evaluation process.
Yes, you can download the provisional answer key from the official GPSC website at gpsc.gujarat.gov.in. Navigate to the News & Events section, find the relevant notice by advertisement number and date, and click the link to download the PDF.
Three of the recruitments (Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Assistant Commissioner of Labour) are under the Special Recruitment for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Second Attempt category. The ACF/RFO recruitment is a regular drive, not reserved for PwD candidates.

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