SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level Examination
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 21-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 22-06-2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23-06-2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
| Tier-I Exam Date (CBT) | August-September 2026 |
| Tier-II Exam Date (CBT) | December 2026 |
Application & Form Correction Fee
| Category / Detail | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / All Women | Nil (Exempted) |
| Correction Window Dates | 29-06-2026 to 01-07-2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
| 1st Time Correction Charge (All Categories) | ₹ 200/- |
| 2nd Time Correction Charge (All Categories) | ₹ 500/- |
Age Limit Details (As on 01-08-2026)
| Post Type / Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| For Group ‘C’ Posts (Auditor, Tax Asst, Postal Asst etc.) | 18 Years | 27 Years |
| For Group ‘B’ Posts (Inspector, Sub-Inspector, ASO etc.) | 18 or 20 Years | 30 Years |
| For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | 18 Years | 32 Years |
| Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 Years, OBC – 3 Years, PwBD – 10 Years as per rules. | ||
Educational Qualification (As on 01-08-2026)
| Post Name | Educational Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject. (Desirable: CA/CS/MBA/Masters in Commerce). |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as a subject. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics or Mathematics or Economics or Demography or Commerce. |
| All Other Posts (Inspector, ASO, Auditor, Tax Assistant etc.) | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University or equivalent. |
Recruitment Details & Vacancies
| Post Name | Department / Ministry | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer (Group B Gazetted) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept under C&AG | Post-wise updates soon |
| Inspector (Income Tax, CGST, Preventive Officer, Examiner) | CBDT, CBIC | Post-wise updates soon |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | CSS, IB, Railway, MEA, AFHQ | Post-wise updates soon |
| Sub-Inspector | CBI, NIA, NCB | Post-wise updates soon |
| Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant | C&AG, CGDA, CBDT, CBIC | Post-wise updates soon |
| Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | Department of Posts | Post-wise updates soon |
| Grand Total Vacancies | Approx. 12,256 | |
| Note: Updated vacancies, if any, along with post-wise & category-wise details will be made available on the Commission’s website (Candidates > Tentative Vacancy). State-wise/Zone-wise vacancies are not collected by the Commission; candidates may approach the concerned User Departments for such information. | ||
Photograph & Signature Guidelines (Very Important)
| Document Type | Important Instructions (Form Reject hone se bachayein) |
|---|---|
| Live Photograph |
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| Signature |
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Tier-I Exam Pattern (Qualifying)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 1 Hour (60 Minutes) |
| B. General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| C. Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| D. English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Note: Objective Type Multiple Choice. Negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. | |||
Tier-II Exam Pattern (Final Merit)
| Paper | Section / Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Compulsory for All) |
Section-I: Mathematical Abilities (30) + Reasoning (30) | 60 | 180 (60*3) | 1 Hour |
| Section-II: English (45) + General Awareness (25) | 70 | 210 (70*3) | 1 Hour | |
| Section-III & IV: Computer Knowledge (20) & DEST (Data Entry Test) | 20 / Task | 60 (20*3) | 15 Mins + 15 Mins | |
| Paper-II | Statistics (Only for JSO posts) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-III | Finance & Economics (Only for AAO posts) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Indicative Syllabus (Tier I & II)
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Analogies, Similarities, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Number Series, Figural Classification. |
| General Awareness | Current Events, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research (Neighboring countries focus). |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Percentages, Ratio, Averages, Interest, Profit & Loss, Time & Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, DI. |
| English Language | Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spot the Error, Idioms, Comprehension Passages, Cloze Test. |
| Computer Knowledge | Computer Basics (CPU, Ports, Memory), Windows, MS Office, Internet, Emails, Networking & Cyber Security basics. |
Previous Year Cut-Off (Illustrative/Expected Trend)
| Category | Tier-1 Expected Safe Score (Out of 200) |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 135 – 145 |
| OBC | 130 – 140 |
| EWS | 125 – 135 |
| SC | 110 – 120 |
| ST | 100 – 110 |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the SSC official website: ssc.gov.in.
- New users must complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Login and click on “Apply” under CGL Examination 2026.
- Fill details, verify data, and capture your Live Photograph directly using a webcam/camera (No Cap, No Specs).
- Upload scanned Signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB).
- Pay the Application Fee and print the final submitted form.
Important Links
| Description | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Login / Registration) | Apply Now |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
⚠️ Note: More details aur apply karne se pahle ek baar Official Notification jarur padhe!
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