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📢 SSC CGL Online Form 2026 – 12,256 Posts | Apply Now
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) Recruitment 2026 Notification on 21 May 2026 at ssc.gov.in. A total of 12,256 vacancies have been announced for various Group B and Group C posts across Central Government Ministries, Departments and Organisations. Graduate candidates aged 18–32 years can apply online from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026. 📋
📅 Post Date: 21 May 2026 | ⌛ Last Date: 22 June 2026 | 💳 Fee Last Date: 23 June 2026
🔍 Short Details / Overview
| Commission | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 12,256 Posts |
| Post Group | Group B & Group C (Non-Gazetted / Gazetted) |
| Notification Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Apply Start | 21 May 2026 ✅ |
| Apply Last Date | 22 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Fee Last Date | 23 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 29 June – 01 July 2026 |
| Tier-1 Exam Date | August – September 2026 (Expected) |
| Tier-2 Exam Date | December 2026 (Expected) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST | NIL (Exempted) |
| PwBD (Divyang) | NIL (Exempted) |
| All Women Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | NIL (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online – UPI / Net Banking / Debit-Credit Card / BHIM |
✅ Fee once paid is non-refundable. OBC and EWS male candidates must pay ₹100.
🎂 Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Post / Pay Level | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer (Level 8) | 18 | 30 Years |
| Assistant Section Officer – MEA / AFHQ / CSSS (Level 7) | 20 | 30 Years |
| Inspector (CBDT / CBIC / CBI / Narcotics) (Level 7) | 18 | 30 Years |
| Sub-Inspector – CBI (Level 7) | 20 | 30 Years |
| Junior Statistical Officer (Level 6) | 18 | 32 Years |
| Auditor / Accountant / UDC / PA / SA (Level 4–6) | 18 | 27 Years |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years after deduction of military service |
🎓 Eligibility / Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| All General Posts (Inspectors, Auditors, Tax Assistants, etc.) | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised University. Must have degree by 01 August 2026. |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor's Degree with 60% in Maths in Class 12 OR graduation with Statistics as a subject |
| Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) / Assistant Accounts Officer | Bachelor's Degree. Desirable: CA, CMA, CS, M.Com, MBA |
🇮🇳 Nationality: Indian Citizen / Subject of Nepal / Bhutan / Person of Indian Origin (PIO) from specified countries.
✅ Final-year graduation students can also apply provisionally.
📊 SSC CGL 2026 Vacancy – 12,256 Posts (Pay-Level Wise)
| Pay Level | Posts (Examples) | Approximate Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Level 8 (₹47,600+) | Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer | ~600 |
| Level 7 (₹44,900+) | Inspector IT/Excise/Customs, CBI SI, ASO-MEA/AFHQ | ~2,800 |
| Level 6 (₹35,400+) | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | ~400 |
| Level 5 (₹29,200+) | Auditor, Accountant, Junior Accountant | ~1,800 |
| Level 4 (₹25,500+) | Tax Assistant, UDC, DEO, Sorting Assistant | ~6,600+ |
| Total | 12,256 | |
📌 Post-wise exact vacancy breakup available in the official notification PDF at ssc.gov.in.
📋 Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Approx.)
| Category | Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved / General) | ~5,100 |
| OBC (NCL) | ~3,100 |
| SC | ~1,850 |
| ST | ~930 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | ~1,230 |
| Total | 12,256 |
🎯 SSC CGL 2026 Selection Process
- 1️⃣ Tier-1 CBT – Computer Based Test (Screening + Merit for Tier-2 shortlisting) | Aug–Sep 2026
- 2️⃣ Tier-2 CBT – Computer Based Test (Final Merit Deciding Stage) | Dec 2026
Tier-2 Structure:
- 📝 Paper-I (Compulsory for all): Module-I (Maths + Reasoning) + Module-II (English + GK)
- 📝 Paper-II: For JSO / Statistical Investigator posts
- 📝 Paper-III: For Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer
- 💻 DEST / CKT: Data Entry Speed Test / Computer Knowledge Test (for specific posts)
✅ No Interview for any post (as per 2017 Govt. order). Selection is based purely on Tier-2 marks.
⚠️ New Change 2026: SSC has introduced Sectional Timing in both Tier-1 and Tier-2.
📝 SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 Min |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Min |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 Min |
| Total | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 60 Min (1 Hour) |
- ❌ Negative Marking: 0.5 marks per wrong answer
- 💻 Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) Online
- ⏱️ Sectional timing now compulsory
📝 SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam Pattern 2026 (Paper-I)
| Section | Module | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session-I | Module-I: Maths + Reasoning | 30+30=60 | 180 | 1 Hr |
| Module-II: English + GK | 30+20=50 | 120+60 | 1 Hr | |
| Session-II | DEST / CKT (if applicable) | – | – | 15 Min |
- ❌ Negative Marking: 1 mark per wrong answer (Paper-I); 0.25 marks for Module-II GK
- 💻 Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
📚 SSC CGL 2026 Syllabus Highlights
| Subject | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Percentage, Profit-Loss, SI/CI, Time-Work, Ratio, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Interpretation |
| Reasoning | Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions, Non-Verbal (Mirror Image, Paper Folding) |
| English | Fill in the blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Reading Comprehension, Para-Jumbles |
| General Awareness | History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, Books-Authors, Awards, Sports |
| Statistics (JSO) | Collection, Classification, Measures of Central Tendency, Correlation, Index Numbers, Sampling |
💰 SSC CGL 2026 – Major Posts & Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay | In-Hand (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) – MEA | Level 8 | ₹47,600 | ₹65,000–75,000+ |
| Inspector – IT / Excise / Customs | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹60,000–70,000+ |
| CBI Sub-Inspector | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹62,000–72,000+ |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹48,000–55,000+ |
| Auditor / Accountant (CAG/CGDA) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | ₹40,000–48,000+ |
| Tax Assistant / UDC / DEO | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | ₹35,000–42,000+ |
✅ Additional: DA, HRA, TA, Medical, CGHS, LTC, Provident Fund, and other Central Govt. allowances.
💻 How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026
- 🌐 Visit official website: ssc.gov.in (new portal)
- 📱 Alternatively use the MySSC Mobile App
- 📝 Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not done already
- 🔑 Login using OTR Registration ID and Password
- 📄 Click on "Apply Now" for SSC CGL 2026 notification
- 📋 Fill the application form with personal, educational & communication details
- 📤 Upload scanned Photo & Signature in prescribed format
- 💳 Pay fee of ₹100 via UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card
- ✅ Submit form and download the confirmation page
- 🔁 Use Correction Window (29 Jun – 01 Jul 2026) to fix any errors
⚠️ Apply well before deadline. Server may be slow near last date. Exam centre allotment is First-Apply-First-Allot basis.
📋 Documents Required for SSC CGL 2026 Application
- 📄 Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- 📄 Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID (for OTR)
- 📄 Scanned Photograph (JPEG, 20–50 KB)
- 📄 Scanned Signature (JPEG, 10–20 KB)
- 📄 Class 10 Certificate (DOB Proof)
- 📄 Graduation Certificate / Marksheet
- 📄 Category Certificate (if OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD)
- 📄 Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
📉 SSC CGL Previous Year Tier-1 Cut Off (Reference)
| Year | UR Cut Off (out of 200) | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | ~152–158 | ~145–150 | ~133–138 | ~120–128 |
| 2024-25 | ~148–155 | ~142–148 | ~130–135 | ~118–125 |
| 2023-24 | ~144–152 | ~138–145 | ~127–133 | ~115–122 |
⚠️ Actual cut off depends on exam difficulty and number of candidates. These are indicative figures.
❓ FAQs – SSC CGL Online Form 2026
Q1. When was SSC CGL 2026 Notification released?
A: 21 May 2026 at ssc.gov.in. ✅
Q2. How many vacancies are in SSC CGL 2026?
A: 12,256 posts across Group B & C in various central govt. departments. 📊
Q3. What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026?
A: 22 June 2026 (11:00 PM). Fee can be paid till 23 June 2026. ⌛
Q4. What is the application fee?
A: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS (Male). Free for Women, SC, ST, PwBD & Ex-SM. 💳
Q5. When is SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam 2026?
A: August–September 2026 (expected). Tier-2 in December 2026. 📅
Q6. Is Tier-1 score counted in final merit?
A: No. Tier-1 is qualifying. Final merit is based only on Tier-2 marks. 📝
Q7. What is One Time Registration (OTR) in SSC?
A: OTR is a one-time registration at ssc.gov.in using your personal details and documents. Once done, you can apply for any SSC exam without registering again. ✅
Q8. Is there a correction window?
A: Yes, 29 June – 01 July 2026. Fee of ₹200 is charged for each correction. 🔁
Q9. What is the new change in SSC CGL 2026 exam pattern?
A: Sectional Timing has been introduced in both Tier-1 and Tier-2 – each section must be completed within its allotted time. ⏱️
💡 Preparation Tips for SSC CGL 2026
- 📚 Start with NCERT books for Maths (9–10) and English (9–12)
- 📰 Read The Hindu / Indian Express daily for General Awareness
- 📝 Practice SSC CGL Previous Year Papers (2015–2025) daily
- ⏱️ Practice with sectional time limits (new 2026 pattern)
- 🎯 Focus on accuracy over speed – negative marking is -0.5 in Tier-1
- 📊 Give mock tests weekly and analyse mistakes
- 🔢 Master shortcuts in Quant – Profit-Loss, Percentage, TSD
- 📖 Learn vocabulary + grammar rules for English section
✨ Apply Online: 21 May – 22 June 2026 | 12,256 Posts | ssc.gov.in ⬇️
