The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has officially released the Answer Key for the 2025 recruitment examination conducted for various posts. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download the official answer key and compare their responses to estimate their expected scores. The release of the answer key marks a crucial step in the post-exam process, offering transparency and allowing candidates to raise objections if needed.
This recruitment drive is a part of CPCB’s initiative to strengthen its workforce in multiple departments to support its ongoing environmental monitoring and control activities across India.
Importance of the Answer Key
The answer key provides transparency in the evaluation process. By comparing their marked responses with the official answer key, candidates can:
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Estimate their performance
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Identify potential errors
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Raise objections to any discrepancies
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Make informed predictions regarding their results
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Event |
Date |
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Application Start Date |
7 April 2025 |
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Last Date for Apply Online |
28 April 2025 |
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Pay Exam Fee Last Date |
28 April 2025 |
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Exam Date |
21-22 June 2025 |
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Admit Card Available |
10 June 2025 |
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Answer Key Available |
16 July 2025 |
Application Fee :
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Category |
Amount |
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For 1st Hour Test |
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General / OBC / EWS |
₹500/- |
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SC / ST / All Female Candidates |
₹150/- |
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For 2nd Hour Test |
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General / OBC / EWS |
₹1000/- |
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SC / ST / All Female Candidates |
₹250/- |
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Payment Methods |
Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking |
Age Limit:
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Criteria |
Age |
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Minimum Age |
18 Years |
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Maximum Age |
35 Years |
Note: Age Relaxation as per rules
Vacancy Details
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Post Name |
Total Posts |
Qualification |
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Scientist B |
22 |
Bachelor’s in Engg./Tech (Civil, Chemical, Env., CS, IT) OR Master’s in Chemistry/Environmental Science |
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Assistant Law Officer |
1 |
Bachelor’s Degree in Law with relevant experience |
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Senior Technical Supervisor |
2 |
Bachelor’s in Instrumentation/Electronics Engg. + 3 Years Experience |
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Senior Scientific Assistant |
4 |
Master’s Degree in Science with experience |
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Technical Supervisor |
5 |
Bachelor’s in Instrumentation Engg. with experience |
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Assistant |
4 |
Any Bachelor’s Degree + Typing: 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi |
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Accounts Assistant |
2 |
Bachelor’s in Commerce with experience |
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Junior Translator |
1 |
Master’s in Hindi/English/Any Subject with Hindi or English at degree level + Diploma in Translation + 2 yrs Exp |
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Senior Draughtsman |
2 |
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering + 3 Years Experience |
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Junior Technician |
2 |
Diploma in Electronics with experience |
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Senior Laboratory Assistant |
2 |
12th Pass with Science + relevant experience |
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Upper Division Clerk (UDC) |
8 |
Any Bachelor’s Degree + Typing: 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi |
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Data Entry Operator (Grade II) |
1 |
12th Pass + Typing speed of 8000 key depressions per hour |
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Stenographer Grade II |
3 |
12th Pass + Dictation: 80 WPM (10 mins), Transcription: 50 mins (Eng) or 65 mins (Hindi) on computer |
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Junior Laboratory Assistant (JLA) |
2 |
12th Pass with Science |
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Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
5 |
12th Pass + Typing: 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi |
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Field Attendant |
1 |
10th Pass from any recognized board |
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Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
1 |
10th Pass OR ITI in Electrician/Plumber/Fire & Safety/Pump Operator |
Steps to Download CPCB Answer Key 2025
To access the official answer key, follow these simple steps:
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Visit the Official Website
Navigate to the Central Pollution Control Board's official recruitment portal. -
Locate the Answer Key Notification
On the homepage or under the 'Recruitments' section, find the link that says “Answer Key for Various Posts Examination 2025.” -
Select Your Post & Exam Date
The board has released different keys for different posts. Select the correct exam and shift relevant to your post. -
Download the PDF File
Click on the respective link to download the answer key PDF to your device. -
Cross-Check Your Answers
Use your response sheet or memory to tally your answers with the official key and calculate the tentative score.
How to Raise Objections (If Any)
If you find any discrepancies in the answer key, CPCB allows candidates to challenge the answers through an online objection window.
Here's how you can raise objections:
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Log in using your registered credentials.
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Navigate to the objection link under the “Answer Key” section.
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Choose the question and provide a valid justification or reference supporting your claim.
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Upload any supporting documents (if required).
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Pay the prescribed objection fee (if applicable).
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Submit your objection before the deadline.
Make sure to raise objections within the stipulated timeline, as late submissions are not considered.
What’s Next After the Answer Key?
Once the objection period is over, CPCB will review all the challenges and publish the final answer key. The results will then be prepared based on this final version. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official website for updates regarding:
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Final answer key
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Cut-off marks
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Merit list
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Interview schedule (if applicable)
Expected Cut-off and Merit List
While the official cut-off will be released post-evaluation, candidates can estimate their chances based on previous trends. The cut-off varies depending on:
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Number of candidates
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Difficulty level of the exam
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Vacancies for each post
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Category-wise reservation
Candidates securing marks above the cut-off will be shortlisted for the next stage, which could include interviews, document verification, or skill tests.