SSC CGL Notification 2026 Out: Apply Online for 12,256 Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ Vacancies, Check Exam Pattern & Eligibility Here.
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Last Date :- 22 June 2026
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination, 2026 today, 21st May 2026.
This year, SSC has announced a whopping 12,256 tentative vacancies for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in different Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.
Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Application notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates .
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Post Name | SSC (CGL) |
| Vacancies | 12,256 |
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Fee | 100/- |
| Start Date | 21st May 2026 |
| Last Date | 22nd June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department / Ministry | Tentative Vacancies |
| Office Superintendent | CBDT (Ministry of Finance) | 6,753 |
| Inspector (Central Excise) | CBIC (Ministry of Finance) | 1,306 |
| Tax Assistant | CBDT (Ministry of Finance) | 1,249 |
| Auditor | CGDA (Ministry of Defence) | 1,174 |
| Tax Assistant | CBIC (Ministry of Finance) | 771 |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | DoPT (CSS) | 682 |
| Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT (Ministry of Finance) | 389 |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBIC (Ministry of Finance) | 353 |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | MoSPI | 249 |
| Intelligence Bureau (ASO) | IB (Ministry of Home Affairs) | 197 |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Education Qualification
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized University as of August 1, 2026.
* For Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. *Desirable qualification:* Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost & Management Accountant, Company Secretary (CS), Masters in Commerce (M.Com), or MBA.
* For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at the Class 12th level OR a Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects at the graduation level.
* For Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor's Degree with Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics as a compulsory or elective subject.
* For All Other Posts: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (BA, BSc, BCom, BTech, BBA, etc.).
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The age limit varies depending on the specific post you apply for:
* Minimum Age: 18 Years
* Maximum Age: 27 to 32 Years (Depending on the specific department and post classification)
Age Relaxation Policy:
Standard upper age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines:
* SC/ST: 5 years
* OBC: 3 years
* PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years
* Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale
Earnings Component Amount / Calculation Notes
Basic Pay ₹44,900 Starting base for Level 7
Dearness Allowance (DA) ₹26,940 60% of Basic Pay
House Rent Allowance (HRA) ₹8,082 18% of Basic Pay (for Y-class cities)
Transport Allowance (TA) ₹1,800 Fixed baseline for Y/Z cities
DA on TA ₹1,080 60% of the Transport Allowance
Gross Monthly Salary ₹82,802 Total earnings before deductions
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
1. Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must secure the following minimum percentages in each section of both Tier-I and Tier-II to be considered for further evaluation:
Category - Minimum Qualifying Marks
UR (Unreserved) - 30%
OBC / EWS - 25%
All other categories (SC, ST, PwD, ESM) - 20%
2. Selection Stages
* Tier-I (Qualifying): This is a screening test mandatory for all applicants. Marks scored in Tier-I are used only to shortlist candidates for Tier-II and are not included in the final merit list.
* Tier-II (Merit-Based): This is the most critical stage as the final merit list and post-allocation are determined solely based on Tier-II performance.
* Paper-I is compulsory for all posts.
* Paper-II (Statistics) is required only for those applying for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) or Statistical Investigator Grade-II posts.
* Computer Knowledge Test & DEST: Both are qualifying in nature but mandatory for all posts. Higher qualifying standards may be set for specific posts requiring high computer proficiency.
* Post-Specific Tests: Certain posts, such as Inspector roles in Excise or Customs, require candidates to pass Physical Standard and Endurance Tests after clearing the written exams.
3. Option-cum-Preference Submission
Selection is not automatic based on rank alone; candidates must actively submit their Post Preferences.
* When to Submit: A window on the official SSC portal typically opens after the Tier-II examination.
* Importance: Final allocation is made based on the candidate's Merit-cum-Preference. Failure to submit preferences within the specified window will result in the candidate not being considered for any post, regardless of their exam score.
4. Resolution of Tie Cases
If two or more candidates score equal aggregate marks in Tier-II, the tie is broken using the following criteria in order:
1. Marks in Paper-II (for JSO/Statistical Investigator posts only).
2. Marks in Section-I of Paper-I (Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning).
3. Date of Birth: Older candidates are ranked higher.
4. Alphabetical Order: Ranking based on the first name of the candidates.
5. Final Document Verification (DV)
Candidates shortlisted in the merit list must undergo Document Verification. Required original documents usually include:
* Matriculation/Secondary Certificate (as proof of DOB).
* Graduation Degree and Marksheets.
* Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if applicable.
* Original Photo ID proof matching the Admission Certificate.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
* General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
* SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: NIL (Exempted from fee payment)
* Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Credit/Debit cards, or UPI.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
# Notification Release Date - 21st May 2026
# Start Date for Online Application - 21st May 2026
# Last Date to Apply Online - 22nd June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
# Last Date for Online Fee Payment - 23rd June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
# Application Correction Window - 29th June 2026 to 1st July 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
# Schedule of Tier-I Exam (CBT) - August – September 2026
# Schedule of Tier-II Exam (CBT) - December 2026
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Applicants need to visit official https://ssc.nic.in/ portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 web Link
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Disclaimer
Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Vacancies Trends
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 New Exam Pattern Update
Phase I: Tier-I (Qualifying Nature)
Tier-I consists of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for a total of 200 marks. The marks scored in Tier-I will not be counted for final merit selection, but you must clear the cut-off to qualify for Tier-II.
| Section / Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
| 1. General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 Mins |
| 2. General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Mins |
| 3. Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Mins |
| 4. English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 Mins |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 1 Hour (60 Mins) |
# Negative Marking: There will be a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Tier-I.
Phase II: Tier-II (Merit-Making Stage)
Final selection and department allocation will be purely based on performance in the Tier-II examination. Tier-II will include Paper-I (Compulsory for all posts), Paper-II (only for JSO), and Paper-III (only for Statistical Investigator). Paper-I will include mathematical abilities, reasoning, English language, general awareness, and a mandatory computer knowledge module alongside a data entry speed test.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 SSC CGL syllabus
1. General Intelligence & Reasoning
This section includes both verbal and non-verbal reasoning to assess logical thinking and analytical skills.
* Analogy: Semantic, Symbolic, Number, and Figural Analogy.
* Classification: Word and Number classification.
* Series: Arithmetic number series, Semantic series, and Figural series.
* Visual Reasoning: Mirror images, Water images, Paper folding/unfolding, and Embedded figures.
* Logic-Based: Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Blood Relations, and Statement-Conclusion.
* Miscellaneous: Coding-Decoding, Seating arrangement, Direction sense, and Problem-solving.
2. Quantitative Aptitude
The syllabus focuses on numerical ability and the "number sense" expected of a graduate.
* Arithmetic: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple & Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Time and Distance, and Time and Work.
* Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds.
* Geometry: Triangle and its various centers, Congruence and similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, and common tangents to circles.
* Mensuration: Area and volume of Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Right Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, and Hemispheres.
* Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, Standard identities, and Heights and Distances (simple problems).
* Data Interpretation: Histograms, Frequency polygons, Bar diagrams, and Pie charts.
3. English Comprehension
Candidates are tested on their ability to understand correct English and basic comprehension.
* Grammar: Error spotting, Fill in the blanks, Sentence improvement, and Parts of speech.
* Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, Homonyms, One-word substitutions, and Idioms & Phrases.
* Reading & Structure: Cloze passage, Reading comprehension, and Sentence rearrangement (Para Jumbles).
* Active/Passive & Direct/Indirect: Conversion of sentences.
4. General Awareness
This section tests knowledge of current events and subjects encountered in everyday observation.
* History & Culture: Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, and Modern) and Culture.
* Geography: Indian and World Physical Geography.
* Economic Scene: Basic Indian Economy and Economic Scene.
* General Policy & Science: Indian Constitution, Scientific Research, and Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).
* Current Affairs: Last 6–8 months of national and international news, awards, sports, and government schemes.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 FAQ
What is the starting date of online application for SSC CGL Recruitment ?
The starting date of SSC CGL Recruitment application submission is 21st May 2026 2026.
What is the total number of available vacancies of SSC CGL Recruitment ?
The total number of vacancies SSC CGL under 12,256 .
What is the last date of online application SSC CGL ?
The last date of SSC CGL Recruitment application submission is 22nd June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM).