Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) has released the WCL Answer Key 2026 on 17 October 2026 along with the correct response of all questions asked in exam. Candidates need their login details User ID and Password to download the response sheet PDF. Candidates who appeared in WCL Computer Based Examination held on 14 October 2026 can check and download response sheet pdf from the WCL official website or the direct link shared here.
WCL Answer Key 2026
Thousands of candidates who appeared in the WCL Computer Based Examination for 444 Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman posts can download the answer key to cross-check the correct responses. The answer key allows candidates to have an estimated score before the release of the result. In case any candidates find any error in the answer key, they can also raise objections against the same till 21 October 2026 (11:55 pm).
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 2026/69 |
| Mode of Admit Card | Online |
| Answer Key Release Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Raise Objection Date | 17 to 21 October 2026 (11:55 pm) |
| Exam Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online |
| Login Details | User ID and Password |
WCL Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Answer Key 2026 Link
The official answer key for the WCL CBT Exam has been released online at https://www.westerncoal.in/, and candidates can check their answers by logging in with their credentials. As the answer key has been released, we have also provided a direct link below, which will remain active till 21 October 2026.
Steps to Check WCL Answer Key for Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Posts
- Candidates have to go to the official website of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) at https://www.westerncoal.in/.
- On the homepage, go to Career > Recruitments.
- Click on the text reading ” Notice Regarding Objection Management Window for the CBT held on 14.10.2026 – Employment Notification No. 2026/69.
- Enter login details i.e. User ID and Password.
- Fill in the captcha code as shown in the image and click on the Submit tab.
- The WCL Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Answer Key 2026, along with the correct response, appears on the screen.
- Download and save it for future reference.
Raise Objections Against WCL Exam Answer Key 2026
Along with the release of the answer key, the Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) has provided an opportunity to raise an objection to any incorrect answer from 17 to 21 October 2026 (11:55 pm). Only the candidates who have appeared for the examination can challenge the answer key. After the objections are reviewed by the commission, the final answer key is to be released on the basis of which the final result will be prepared.
How to Calculate Marks Using the WCL Answer Key 2026?
The candidates can calculate their probable marks by matching their answers with the official WCL Mining Sirdar & Assistant Foreman Answer Key 2026 and using the marking scheme provided in the concerned recruitment notification. Given below are the steps for calculating probable marks:
- The candidates must download the answer key and their response sheet from the WCL official website.
- Match the answers provided in the response sheet with the answer key.
- Calculate the number of correct and incorrect answers.
- Check the marking scheme mentioned in the official notification and calculate the probable marks.
WCL Marking Scheme 2026
- For each correct answer, 1 mark will be awared
- There is no negative marking; no marks will be deducted for a wrong answer.
- No mark will be given for an unattempted answer.
For example,
If there is no negative marking and 1 mark is given for each correct answer, then a candidate with 75 correct answers will get 75 marks.
What Next After WCL Answer Key 2026?
As the Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) Exam Answer Key has been released on the official website https://www.westerncoal.in/, candidates can raise objections, if any till 21 October 2026. After reviewing valid objections, WCL will publish a final answer key, followed by results with the qualifying status of candidates in the exam.
WCL Result 2026 Release Date
The answer key for WCL Computer Based Examination has been released now candidates can expect that result will be released by end of October 2026. Candidates who declared qualified in written exam will be shortlited for appear for the next stage of exam i.e. Document Verification Process.


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