GSSSB has released the Final Answer Key for Assistant Librarian (Advt. 354/2025-26, 100 posts) and Library Clerk (Advt. 342/2025-26, 86 posts) on 13/07/2026. Check cancelled questions, updated answers, and the revised marking scheme.
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released the Final Answer Key (FAK) for two recruitment exams conducted under the Library Directorate, Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat: Assistant Librarian, Class-3 (Advt. No. 354/2025-26) and Library Clerk, Class-3 (Advt. No. 342/2025-26). Both Final Answer Keys were published on 13/07/2026 at Gandhinagar, following review of candidate objections and expert re-verification of all questions from the respective Provisional Answer Keys (PAK).
GSSSB Assistant Librarian and Library Clerk Final Answer Key 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Assistant Librarian (Advt. No. 354/2025-26) | Library Clerk (Advt. No. 342/2025-26) |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board(GSSSB) | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board(GSSSB) |
| Post | Assistant Librarian, Class-3 | Library Clerk, Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 100 | 86 |
| Exam Mode | CBRT (Computer Based Recruitment Test) | CBRT (Computer Based Recruitment Test) |
| Total Questions | Part A: 60, Part B: 150 (210 total) | Part A: 60, Part B: 150 (210 total) |
| Provisional Answer Key (PAK) Date | 23/03/2026 | 24/03/2026 |
| Final Answer Key (FAK) Date | 13/07/2026 | 13/07/2026 |
| Questions Changed/Cancelled in FAK | 1 (in Part B) | 3 (2 in Part A, 1 in Part B) |
Important Dates
- Assistant Librarian (354/2025-26): Provisional Answer Key published on 23/03/2026; Final Answer Key published on 13/07/2026.
- Library Clerk (342/2025-26): Provisional Answer Key published on 24/03/2026; Final Answer Key published on 13/07/2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Advertisement Number | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Librarian, Class-3 | 354/2025-26 | 100 |
| Library Clerk, Class-3 | 342/2025-26 | 86 |
Exam Pattern
Both exams were conducted through the CBRT (Computer Based Recruitment Test) method and consisted of two parts:
- Part A: 60 questions
- Part B: 150 questions
GSSSB Assistant Librarian Final Answer Key
After reviewing objections against the Provisional Answer Key and getting all 210 questions re-verified by subject experts, GSSSB cancelled 1 question in Part B.
| Sr. No. | Question No. | Question ID | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 189 | 4410091782023 | Question Cancelled |
Revised Marking Scheme – Assistant Librarian
| Part | Number of Questions Counted | Total Marks | Marks per Correct Answer | Negative Marking per Wrong Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 60 | 60 | +1.0 | -0.25 |
| Part B | 149 (1 question cancelled) | 150 | +1.00671 | -0.25168 |
GSSSB Library Clerk Final Answer Key
For the Library Clerk exam, GSSSB made changes to 3 questions in total after expert re-verification of all 210 questions: one answer was changed and one question was cancelled in Part A, while one question in Part B was awarded multiple correct answers.
Part A Changes
| Sr. No. | Question No. | Question ID | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05 | 4410091726409 | Answer key changed to Option ID: 4410096808304 |
| 2 | 09 | 4410091720772 | Question Cancelled |
Part B Changes
| Sr. No. | Question No. | Question ID | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 96 | 4410091345935 | Multiple correct answers accepted – Option ID: 4410095316060 and Option ID: 4410095316063 |
Revised Marking Scheme – Library Clerk
| Part | Number of Questions Counted | Total Marks | Marks per Correct Answer | Negative Marking per Wrong Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 59 (1 question cancelled) | 60 | +1.01695 | -0.25424 |
| Part B | 150 | 150 | +1.0 | -0.25 |
How to Check the GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official GSSSB website: gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
- Go to the “Answer Key” or “Notifications” section.
- Locate the Final Answer Key link for Advt. No. 354/2025-26 (Assistant Librarian) or Advt. No. 342/2025-26 (Library Clerk).
- Click to view or download the PDF containing the finalized answer key and list of changed/cancelled questions.
Important Instructions
- Marks for cancelled questions will be awarded to candidates on a pro-rata basis as per the revised marking scheme.
- Candidates should note the updated per-question marks and negative marking values, as they differ slightly from the original scheme due to question cancellations.
- For Library Clerk (342/2025-26), Question No. 96 in Part B now accepts two correct options – candidates who selected either Option ID 4410095316060 or 4410095316063 will get credit.
Important Links
- Direct Link: GSSSB Assistant Librarian Final Answer Key 2026
- Direct Link: GSSSB Library Clerk Final Answer Key 2026
- Official Website: gsssb.gujarat.gov.in
GSSSB Final Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When was the GSSSB Assistant Librarian and Library Clerk Final Answer Key released?
Both Final Answer Keys were released on 13/07/2026 by GSSSB, Gandhinagar.
Q2. How many questions were changed in the Assistant Librarian Final Answer Key?
One question (Question No. 189, Part B) was cancelled in the Assistant Librarian (Advt. No. 354/2025-26) Final Answer Key.
Q3. How many questions were changed in the Library Clerk Final Answer Key?
Three questions were changed: one answer was updated and one question was cancelled in Part A, and one question in Part B now has two accepted correct answers (Advt. No. 342/2025-26).
Q4. Will candidates get marks for cancelled questions?
Yes. As per the notification, candidates will receive marks for cancelled questions on a pro-rata basis, reflected in the revised per-question marking scheme.
Q5. What is the revised marks per question after the Final Answer Key changes?
For Assistant Librarian: Part A is +1.0/-0.25, Part B is +1.00671/-0.25168. For Library Clerk: Part A is +1.01695/-0.25424, Part B is +1.0/-0.25.