TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 – Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the District Educational Officer Answer Key 2026 . Candidates who appeared for the District Educational Officer examination held on March 25, 2026 (Main Written Examination – Paper IV  can now check and download the provisional answer key from the official website www.tnpsc.gov.in.

This recruitment drive is for the post of District Educational Officer included in Combined Civil Services Examination (Group I-C Services) under Notification No. 05/2024. If you find any discrepancy in the answers, you can raise objections before the stipulated deadline (typically within a short window after publication; check official portal for exact last date).

TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 – Quick Overview

Direct Link: Download TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 PDF / Response Sheet

How to Download TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 ?

Follow these simple steps to download your answer key:

1. Visit the official website: www.tnpsc.gov.in
2. Navigate to the “Answer Key” or “Recruitment” / Press Releases section
3. Click on “TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026” link (Tentative Answer Key for Paper IV – Education)
4. Log in using your One Time Registration (OTR) ID and Password
5. Your answer key with recorded responses (Response Sheet) will appear on screen
6. Download and save the PDF for future reference (available till May 06, 2026 in some cases)

TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 – Important Links

How to Raise Objection Against TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 ?

If you disagree with any answer in the provisional key, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your candidate portal on www.tnpsc.gov.in using OTR credentials
2. Go to the “Challenge/Objection” section on the dashboard
3. Select the question(s) you want to challenge
4. Upload supporting documents or references (if required)
5. Pay the objection fee (if applicable, refundable if accepted)
6. Submit before the deadline

Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered. Verify exact deadline on the official dashboard.

TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 – Important Dates

How to Calculate Your Score Using TNPSC DEO Answer Key 2026 ?

Use this formula to estimate your score:

Total Score = (Correct Answers × Marks per Question) – (Wrong Answers × Negative Marking)

Marking Scheme for District Educational Officer Exam:

• Correct Answer: +X marks (as per question paper pattern)
• Wrong Answer: -X mark (negative marking, if applicable)
• Unattempted: 0 marks