Last updated: September 11, 2026 at 12:03 AM
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has published the Provisional Answer Key of the Preliminary Test held on 30.08.2026 for Assistant Engineer (Civil), Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil) and Estate Officer, Class-2 posts advertised under Advt. No. 18, 20, 24, 31, 35/2026-27. The key was published on 07.09.2026 and covers question numbers 001 to 200 (question paper codes BVM, BVN, BVO, BVP and BVQ). Candidates who are not satisfied with any answer can raise an online objection from 08.09.2026 (11:00 AM) up to 11.09.2026, 04:00 PM, on payment of Rs. 100 per objection.
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Answer Key Overview
| Exam Name | Preliminary Test (Concerned Subject), Question Nos. 001 to 200 |
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 18, 20, 24, 31, 35/2026-27 (Question Paper Codes: BVM, BVN, BVO, BVP, BVQ) |
| Location | Gujarat |
| Posts Covered | Assistant Engineer (Civil) Class-2, Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil) Class-2, Estate Officer Class-2 — full list in the table below |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional Answer Key (Preliminary Test) |
| Preliminary Test Held On | 30.08.2026 |
| Answer Key Published On | 07.09.2026 |
| Objection Window | 08.09.2026 (11:00 AM) to 11.09.2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 100 per objection, non-refundable |
| Mode of Objection | Online only, through the GPSC Online Objection Submission System |
| Official Notification | Download Provisional Answer Key (PDF) |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Test held on | 30.08.2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key published on | 07.09.2026 |
| Online objection window opens | 08.09.2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to submit objections | 11.09.2026, 04:00 PM |
| Final Answer Key | Not specified in notification |
Posts Covered by This Answer Key
| Advt. No. | Post Name | Department / Board | Official Key |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/2026-27 | Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-2 | Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB) | Download |
| 20/2026-27 | Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil), Class-2 | Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) | Download |
| 24/2026-27 | Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-2 | Road and Building Department | Download |
| 31/2026-27 | Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-2 | Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) | Download |
| 35/2026-27 | Estate Officer, Class-2 | Various Municipalities | Download |
Objection Fee
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fee per objection | Rs. 100 for each objection raised |
| Mode of payment | Online, through the payment link given inside the objection submission system |
| Receipt | The objection is treated as finally submitted only after the fee receipt is generated; the receipt must be retained by the candidate |
| Refund | The fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances |
How to Raise an Objection
- Open the GPSC Online Objection Submission System at formonline.co.in/GPSC_TRACK from 08.09.2026, 11:00 AM onwards.
- Select your Advertisement No. / Post from the dropdown list and enter your Roll No. / Seat No. / Ticket No. to log in.
- Compare your response with the Master Question Paper published along with this provisional answer key, and note the question numbers you want to object to — always quote the question number and option of the Master Question Paper, not of your own question booklet.
- Enter each objection, upload the supporting document or authentic reference for it, and pay Rs. 100 per objection online.
- Generate and save the fee receipt, then submit before 11.09.2026, 04:00 PM.
Note: Objections submitted in person, by post, by e-mail or through any mode other than the online objection submission system will not be considered.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key (Prelim) | Download Official Answer Key (PDF) |
| Online Objection Submission System | Raise Your Objection Online |
| Official Website | GPSC Official Website |
| Telegram | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Quoting the question number printed in your own question booklet instead of the Master Question Paper — objections that refer to any other numbering are rejected outright.
- Objecting to a question where the option you now claim is correct is different from the answer you actually marked in your answer sheet; GPSC will not consider such objections.
- Submitting an objection without uploading a supporting document — an objection with no reference attached is not considered at all.
- Relying on AI or GPT-style tools as your only reference; the notification states plainly that objections backed only by AI-generated content, without documentary evidence, will be rejected.
- Skipping the calculation or logical basis for a mathematical, statistical or reasoning question — GPSC requires the working, not just a claim that the key is wrong.
- Paying the fee but never generating the receipt, or waiting until the afternoon of 11.09.2026 — the window shuts at 04:00 PM and the fee is not refundable.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When was the GPSC provisional answer key for Advt. 18, 20, 24, 31, 35/2026-27 published?
It was published on 07.09.2026 for the Preliminary Test held on 30.08.2026.
2. Is this the final answer key?
No, this is a provisional answer key; the final key will be issued after GPSC examines the objections received.
3. What is the last date to raise an objection?
Objections must be submitted online by 11.09.2026 up to 04:00 PM.
4. How much does one objection cost?
Rs. 100 is payable for each objection, and the fee is not refunded under any circumstances.
5. Which posts does this answer key cover?
It covers Assistant Engineer (Civil) Class-2 for GWSSB and GMB, Assistant Engineer (Civil) Class-2 for the Road and Building Department, Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil) Class-2 for GMB, and Estate Officer Class-2 for various municipalities.
6. Can I send my objection by e-mail or post?
No, only objections submitted through the online objection submission system are accepted.
7. Which question numbers should I quote in my objection?
Use the question numbers and options of the Master Question Paper published with the provisional answer key, not those of the booklet you received in the exam hall.
8. How many questions were there in the Preliminary Test?
The concerned subject paper carried 200 questions, numbered 001 to 200.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
