JSSC Scientific Assistant Final Answer Key 2025: Result Status & Exam Guide
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released the Final Answer Key for the Scientific Assistant Competitive Examination (JSSACE) 2025. This definitive guide provides key dates, steps to check the answer key, and an overview of the examination pattern.
Important Dates & Key Status
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | August 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 05 September 2025 |
| Objection Window Closed | 12 September 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Released | 30 October 2025 (Available) |
| Result Date | November 2025 (Expected) |
| Total Posts | Varies (Refer to Official Notification) |
Final Answer Key Overview and Next Steps
The Final Answer Key is the definitive reference for score calculation, as it incorporates all verified changes and corrections submitted during the objection window. The official merit list and result will be strictly based on this key.
Candidates should use the Final Answer Key to accurately estimate their raw scores. The next and final stage of the selection process is the release of the **Final Result and merit list**, followed by the Document Verification (DV) process.
- Examination Name: Jharkhand Scientific Assistant Competitive Examination (JSSACE) 2025.
- Conducting Body: Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC).
- Status: Final Answer Key Released.
- Next Stage: Final Result and Document Verification (DV).
How to Download the Final Answer Key
- Visit Official JSSC Website: Go directly to the official website of JSSC (jssc.nic.in).
- Find Notification: Navigate to the "Answer Key" or "What's New" section on the homepage.
- Download Link: Click on the link titled "Final Answer Key for JSSACE 2025".
- View/Download PDF: The final key will be available as a PDF document. Download it for permanent reference.
- Estimate Score: Match your attempted answers against the final key to accurately predict your performance.
JSSACE Exam Pattern & Syllabus Highlights
The JSSACE is conducted in a single phase and comprises two papers. Both papers are mandatory and their scores are considered for the final merit list.
Exam Pattern
The exam is typically conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT). Total marks for both papers are usually 450 (150 for Paper I + 300 for Paper II). There is a provision for negative marking (usually 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer).
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Knowledge & General Science | 50 | 150 | Mandatory |
| Paper II | Subject Specific Knowledge | 100 | 300 | Stream Specific (e.g., Forensic Science, Physics) |
| Total (Combined) | 150 | 450 |
Syllabus Highlights
- Paper I (General Knowledge): Focuses on current affairs, general science, basic mental ability, and, critically, **Specific knowledge of the State of Jharkhand** (history, geography, culture, economy, and government schemes).
- Paper II (Subject Specific): Covers the technical syllabus up to the post-graduate level in the candidate's chosen scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, DNA, Toxicology, etc.), including practical and theoretical applications relevant to forensic science.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the JSSC Scientific Assistant Final Answer Key 2025 released?
The Final Answer Key was officially released and published on the JSSC website on 30 October 2025.
When is the JSSC Scientific Assistant Result expected?
The final result is typically declared shortly after the final answer key is published, as the valuation process can be finalized. Candidates can expect the result sometime in November 2025.
Can I raise objections against the Final Answer Key?
No. The Final Answer Key is the conclusive version released after considering all valid objections to the provisional key. No further challenges or objections will be entertained against this key.
Is there negative marking in the JSSACE exam?
Yes, there is negative marking in the JSSACE. Typically, one mark is deducted for every three incorrect answers (1/3rd of the mark assigned to the question).
Which paper has the highest weightage in the exam?
Paper II (Subject Specific Knowledge) carries a significantly higher weightage (300 marks) compared to Paper I (150 marks), making domain expertise the most critical factor for selection.
What is the next stage after the Final Result is declared?
The next stage for candidates who qualify based on the final merit list is the Document Verification (DV), where candidates' original educational and caste certificates are verified by the Commission.
Important Links
| Download Final Answer Key PDF | Click Here (Check the 'Notifications' section on the JSSC website for the latest link) |
| Official JSSC Website | Click Here |
| JSSACE 2025 Official Notification | Click Here (Check the 'Advertisements' section for JSACE 2025 Notification) |