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SSC CGL Recruitment 2025-26: Latest Updates & Schedule

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the definitive schedule for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025–26. Following the successful conclusion of Tier 1 in September 2025, the commission has scheduled the Tier 2 examination for January 18–19, 2026. Dates for Tier 3 and Tier 4 will be notified subsequently for eligible posts. The SSC CGL is a premier national-level drive to recruit for prestigious Group B and Group C positions across various Central Government Ministries and Departments. Candidates are urged to monitor ssc.gov.in for real-time updates on admit cards and results.

Recruitment Overview

The SSC CGL is conducted annually to select eligible graduates for roles such as Assistant Section Officer, Inspector (Income Tax/Excise), Junior Statistical Officer, and Auditor. For the current cycle, the commission has announced 14,582 vacancies.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL)
Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission
Post CategoryGroup B & Group C
Total Vacancies14,582
Application ModeOnline
Selection MethodTier-based Written Exams + Skill Test + Document Verification
Official Websitessc.gov.in

Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the following timeline for the 2025–26 cycle:

EventDate
Application Window09 June 2025 to 04 July 2025
Fee Payment Deadline05 July 2025
Correction Window09 July to 11 July 2025
Tier-I Exam DateSeptember 2025
Tier-I Result DeclarationNovember 2025
Tier-II Exam Date18 – 19 January 2026

Vacancy Details

The official notification confirms a total of 14,582 vacancies. These positions are distributed among various high-profile posts including:

  • Assistant Section Officer (CSS, MEA, Railways)

  • Assistant Enforcement Officer (ED)

  • Sub Inspector (CBI, NIA)

  • Income Tax / Excise Inspector

  • Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)

  • Auditor & Accountant (C&AG, CGDA)

  • Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC)

Salary Structure

The salary for SSC CGL posts is governed by the 7th Pay Commission and varies by pay level.

Pay LevelPay Scale
Pay Level 8â‚č 47,600 to â‚č 1,51,100 (AAO)
Pay Level 7â‚č 44,900 to â‚č 1,42,400
Pay Level 6â‚č 35,400 to â‚č 1,12,400
Pay Level 5â‚č 29,200 to â‚č 92,300
Pay Level 4â‚č 25,500 to â‚č 81,100

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must meet specific nationality, age, and educational requirements.

1. Nationality

A candidate must be:

  • A citizen of India.

  • A subject of Nepal or Bhutan.

  • A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia), or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

2. Educational Qualification

  • Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects at the degree level.

  • Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s Degree. Desirable: CA, CMA, CS, M.Com, or MBA (Finance).

  • All Other Posts: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.

  • Note: Final year students may apply provisionally if they complete their degree before the cutoff date.

3. Age Limit & Relaxations

Post NameAge LimitBorn Between
Auditor / Accountant / Tax Assistant18-27 Years02-08-1998 to 01-08-2007
ASO / Assistant / Sub-Inspector (CBI)20-30 Years02-08-1995 to 01-08-2005
Inspector (IT/Excise/Preventive) / Div. Accountant / NIAUp to 30 Years02-08-1995 to 01-08-2007
JSOUp to 32 Years02-08-1993 to 01-08-2007

Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as follows:

  • SC/ST: 5 Years

  • OBC: 3 Years

  • PwD (Unreserved): 10 Years

  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years (after service deduction)

  • Widows/Divorced Women: Up to age 35 (Up to 40 for SC/ST)

Exam Pattern

The examination is conducted in multiple tiers.

 

 

Tier-I (Preliminary Exam)

  • Type: Computer-Based Objective

  • Time: 60 Minutes

  • Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer.

SectionQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
Total100200

Tier-II (Mains Exam)

  • Paper I: Compulsory for all posts.

  • Paper II (Statistics): Only for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO).

  • Paper III (Finance): Only for AAO.

PaperSubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Paper ISection I: Math + Reasoning601801 Hr
 Section II: English + Gen. Awareness702101 Hr
 Section III: Computer Knowledge206015 Mins
 Section IV: Data Entry Test (DEST)–Qualifying15 Mins
Paper IIStatistics1002002 Hrs
Paper IIIGen. Studies (Finance & Eco)1002002 Hrs

Exam Syllabus

  • Tier-I: Focuses on General Intelligence (Analogies, Coding-decoding), General Awareness (Current Affairs, Science, History), Quantitative Aptitude (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry), and English (Grammar, Vocabulary).

  • Tier-II (Paper I): Advanced level Arithmetic, Probability, Statistics, Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Computer Basics (CPU, Software, Internet).

  • Tier-II (Paper II & III): Specific syllabus covering Statistics theories and Finance/Economics concepts respectively.

Selection Process

The selection is strictly merit-based and involves the following stages:

  1. Tier-I: Qualifying in nature. Marks are used to shortlist candidates for Tier-II.

  2. Tier-II: The primary determinant of the merit list.

    • Section I & II: Used for ranking.

    • Section III (Computer) & Section IV (DEST): Qualifying in nature (Higher cut-offs applied for specific posts like ASO/Inspector).

  3. Document Verification: For candidates who clear the merit cut-off.

  4. Final Merit: Based on the aggregate performance in Tier-II (and Paper II/III where applicable) and the preference of posts submitted by the candidate.

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Tier-I & Tier-II):

  • UR: 30%

  • OBC/EWS: 25%

  • Others: 20%

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official portal: www.ssc.gov.in.

  2. Select “Apply” under the Quick Links section.

  3. Choose “Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025”.

  4. New Users: Complete the “Register Now” process to generate a Registration Number.

  5. Existing Users: Log in with your Registration Number and Password.

  6. Complete the application form and upload necessary documents.

  7. Pay the application fee online.

  8. Submit and print the application form.

Application Fee:

  • General / OBC: â‚č100

  • Female / SC / ST / PwD / ESM: Exempted (Nil)

Exam Centers

Candidates must choose their preferred center during the application. No changes are permitted once allotted.

RegionJurisdictionKey Exam Cities
Central (CR)UP 

 

SSC CGL Selection Process 2025–26

The recruitment process for SSC CGL 2025–26 is a comprehensive, multi-stage assessment designed to evaluate candidates on various parameters including aptitude, subject knowledge, and technical skills. The selection is strictly merit-based and follows a tiered structure.

Stages of Selection

Stage 1: Tier-I (Preliminary Examination)

  • Nature: Qualifying.

  • Purpose: To shortlist candidates for the Tier-II examination.

  • Scoring: Marks scored in Tier-I are not counted toward the final merit list. Candidates are shortlisted category-wise based on normalized scores.

Stage 2: Tier-II (Mains Examination)

  • Nature: Merit-Deciding.

  • Format: Candidates shortlisted from Tier-I must appear for all applicable papers in Tier-II.

    • Paper-I: Compulsory for all candidates.

    • Paper-II: Compulsory only for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) & Statistical Investigator Grade-II aspirants.

  • Sectional Qualification: It is mandatory to qualify in all sections of Paper-I.

    • Note: Section-III (Computer Knowledge) and Section-IV (Data Entry Speed Test – DEST) are qualifying in nature. However, higher qualifying standards are set for specific posts requiring computer proficiency.

Stage 3: Tier-III (Descriptive Paper)

  • Nature: Assessment of writing skills (Essay/Letter/PrĂ©cis).

  • Format: Pen and Paper mode.

Stage 4: Tier-IV (Skill Test)

  • Nature: Qualifying.

  • Format: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) or Data Entry Skill Test (DEST), depending on the post requirements.

Minimum Qualifying Standards

To progress through the selection stages, candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks.

Tier-I & Tier-II (Paper-I Sections I, II, III & Paper-II)

CategoryMinimum Qualifying Marks
UR (Unreserved)30%
OBC / EWS25%
All Other Categories20%

Tier-II (Section-IV: DEST Error Percentage)

Maximum allowable errors in the Data Entry Speed Test:

CategoryMax. Error Allowed
UR (Unreserved)20%
OBC / EWS25%
All Other Categories30%

Preparation of Merit List

The final merit list is prepared based on the overall performance of candidates in the Tier-II Examination only. The calculation methodology varies by post:

Post Applied ForMerit List Basis
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) / Statistical Investigator Gr. II

Aggregate marks of Paper-I (Section I & II) + Paper-II.


(Subject to qualifying Section III & IV)

Posts requiring Computer Proficiency

Aggregate marks of Paper-I (Section I & II).


(Subject to qualifying Section III & IV at Higher Standards)

Posts requiring DEST

Aggregate marks of Paper-I (Section I & II).


(Subject to qualifying Section III at normal standards & Section IV at Higher Standards)

All Other Posts

Aggregate marks of Paper-I (Section I & II) only.


(Subject to qualifying Section III & IV)

Post Preference & Final Allocation

  • Online Option Form: Candidates must submit their preference of Posts/Departments via the Online Option Form on the SSC website before the final result declaration.

  • Mandatory Submission: Failure to submit preferences within the stipulated time will lead to disqualification from the final result.

  • Irreversible: Options once exercised are Final and Irreversible.

  • Merit-cum-Preference: Posts are allotted based on merit rank and the order of preference.

  • Medical/Physical Standards: If a candidate is allotted a post based on their preference but fails to meet the specific medical/physical/educational standards for that specific post, their candidature will be rejected. They will not be considered for any alternative post.

LATEST UPDATE 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025–26. Tier 1 was conducted in September 2025, while Tier 2 is scheduled for 18–19 January 2026, and Tier 3 and Tier 4 will be conducted later for eligible posts. SSC CGL is a national-level recruitment examination for Group B and C posts in various central government ministries, departments, and organisations. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for updates regarding notifications, admit cards, results, and the counselling process.

EXAM SYLLABUS

Candidates need to know the syllabus to appear in SSC CGL (TIER-I) Exam.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

General Awareness

Quantitative Aptitude

English Comprehension

SSC CGL (TIER -I ) EXAM: Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning:

Section

Topics

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Analogies

Similarities And Differences

Spatial Visualization

Spatial Visualization

Problem-Solving

Analysis

Judgement

Decision Making

Visual Memory

Discrimination

Observation

Relationship Concepts

Arithmetical Reasoning And Figural Classification

Arithmetic Number Series

Non-Verbal Series

Coding And Decoding

Statement Conclusion

Syllogistic Reasoning

General Awareness:

Section

Topics

General Awareness

India and Its Neighbouring Countries

Sports

History

Culture

Geography

Economic

Science

General Polity

Indian Constitution

Scientific Research

Numerical Aptitude:

Section

Topics

Numerical Aptitude

Average

Boat & Stream

Compound & Simple Interest

LCM & HCF

Mixture & Allegation

Partnership

Percentages

Pipes & Cistern

Problem On Ages

Profit, Loss & Discount

Ratio Proportion

Speed, Time And Distance

Time, Work & Wages

Geometry

Mensuration

Data Interpretation

Trigonometry

Standard Identities

Complementary Angles

Heights And Distances

Algebra

Miscellaneous

English Comprehension:

Section

Topics

English Comprehension

Sentence Correction

Error Spotting

Active Passive

Para jumble

One-Word Substitution

Idioms & Phrases

Spelling Errors

Antonym

Synonym

Passage

Cloze Test

Fill In The Blanks

SCHEME OF EXAMS

Sl. No. 

 Subject

Max. Marks/ Questions

1.

(General Intelligence & Reasoning)

50

2.

(General Awareness)

50

3.

(Quantitative Aptitude)

50

4.

(English Comprehension)

50

SSC CGL Tier-II Syllabus (Mains Exam)
Tier-II is an online objective exam and is the most important stage for final merit.

Paper-I: Quantitative Abilities
This paper tests advanced mathematical understanding. Topics include number systems, simplification, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, time and work, time and distance, algebra (basic equations), geometry (lines, angles, triangles, circles), mensuration (area and volume), trigonometry (basic concepts), and data interpretation such as tables, graphs, and charts.

Paper-II: English Language and Comprehension
This paper checks advanced English skills. It includes grammar usage, error spotting, sentence improvement, active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech, vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, idioms and phrases, one-word substitution, spelling, sentence arrangement, and reading comprehension passages.

Paper-III: Statistics (for specific posts)
This paper is only for candidates applying for statistical posts. Topics include collection and presentation of data, measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode), dispersion, correlation and regression, probability, sampling techniques, index numbers, and interpretation of statistical data.

Paper-IV: General Studies – Finance and Economics (for specific posts)
This paper covers basics of economics and finance such as demand and supply, national income, inflation, money and banking, public finance, budgeting, taxation, fiscal policy, financial institutions, accounting fundamentals, and government economic schemes.

SSC CGL Tier-III Syllabus (Descriptive Paper)
Tier-III is a pen-and-paper exam to assess writing ability. It includes essay writing, letter writing, application writing, and précis writing. The focus is on clarity of thought, grammar, vocabulary, and structured expression. This paper is compulsory and qualifying in nature but its marks are considered in final merit.

SSC CGL Tier-IV Syllabus (Skill Test / Computer Proficiency Test)
Tier-IV is conducted only for certain posts and is qualifying in nature. It includes typing test (English or Hindi), data entry skill test, and computer proficiency test. Computer proficiency covers basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and general computer operations. Candidates must meet the minimum required standards to be considered for final selection.

Overall, Tier-II evaluates subject knowledge, Tier-III checks written communication skills, and Tier-IV tests practical and computer-based abilities required for government posts. 

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

Recommended Books For (General Intelligence & Reasoning)

A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal

Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey

Logical and Analytical Reasoning by A.K. Gupta

How to Crack Test of Reasoning by Jaikishan and Premkishan

Recommended Books For (General Awareness)

Lucent’s General Knowledge by Dr. Binay Karna, Manwendra Mukul, and Sanjeev Kumar

General Knowledge by Arihant Publications

Manorama Yearbook by Malayala Manorama

India Year Book by Publications Division

Recommended Books For (Quantitative Aptitude)

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal

Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma

Magical Book on Quicker Maths by M. Tyra

Quantitative Aptitude by Arihant Publications

Recommended Books For (English Comprehension)

Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi

High School English Grammar & Composition by Wren & Martin

Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis

English Comprehension for Competitive Examinations by Harimohan Prasad

LATEST UPDATE 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025–26. Tier 1 was conducted in September 2025, while Tier 2 is scheduled for 18–19 January 2026, and Tier 3 and Tier 4 will be conducted later for eligible posts. SSC CGL is a national-level recruitment examination for Group B and C posts in various central government ministries, departments, and organisations. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for updates regarding notifications, admit cards, results, and the counselling process.

EXAM PATTERN

The Computer Based Examination will be Conducted in Two Tiers as Indicated below:

1. Tier- I
2. Tier- II   

1. Tier-I will Consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions. The Questions will be set Both in English & Hindi Except for English Comprehension.

2. There will be Negative Marking of 0.50 for Each Wrong Answer.

                                                                           
Tier – I (Qualifying) –  Tier-I will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions. The questions will be set both in English & Hindi except for English Comprehension. There will be negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.

SSC CGL Tier-II Exam Pattern (Mains – Computer Based Test)
Tier-II is the most crucial stage for merit ranking and is conducted online.

Paper-I: Quantitative Abilities
This paper consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 200 marks. The duration of the exam is 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 2 marks. Negative marking of 0.25 marks is applied for every wrong answer. The paper tests advanced mathematical and analytical skills.

Paper-II: English Language and Comprehension
This paper includes 200 objective-type questions for a total of 200 marks. The time duration is 2 hours. Each question carries 1 mark, and 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer. It evaluates advanced grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing accuracy.

Paper-III: Statistics (for specific posts)
Paper-III consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 200 marks. The duration is 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 2 marks, with a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. This paper is mandatory only for candidates applying for statistical posts.

Paper-IV: General Studies – Finance and Economics (for specific posts)
This paper includes 100 objective-type questions for 200 marks and has a duration of 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 2 marks, and 0.50 marks are deducted for incorrect answers. It is conducted only for posts related to finance and economics.

SSC CGL Tier-III Exam Pattern (Descriptive Paper)
Tier-III is conducted in offline mode using pen and paper. The exam is of 100 marks with a duration of 60 minutes. Candidates are required to write an essay, letter, application, or précis in English or Hindi. This tier evaluates writing skills, clarity of expression, and grammatical accuracy. Marks obtained in Tier-III are counted in the final merit list.

SSC CGL Tier-IV Exam Pattern (Skill Test / Computer Proficiency Test)
Tier-IV is a qualifying stage conducted for certain posts only. It includes a Data Entry Skill Test, Typing Test (English or Hindi), or Computer Proficiency Test depending on the post applied for. The test checks typing speed, data accuracy, and basic computer knowledge such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. No marks are awarded, but qualifying Tier-IV is mandatory for final selection where applicable.

Note:

Paper I (Compulsory For All Posts)

Paper-II for Candidates who Apply for the Posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.  

Scheme of Tier-I Examination

Subject

Total Questions

Total Marks

Duration

General Intelligence & Reasoning

25

50

60 minutes

(For VH & Candidates suffering

from Cerebral Palsy: 80 minutes)

General Awareness

25

50

Quantitative Aptitude

25

50

English Comprehension

25

50

Total

100

200

Mode Of Examination

The Examination for Tier- I of the SSC CGL Examination will be held as a Computer Based Examination and will Contain Only Objective Type, Multiple Choice Based Questions.

Medium Of Examination

1. The Questions from General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness & Quantitative Aptitude will be available Both in English & Hindi Language.

2. The Questions from English Comprehension will be Available only in English.

Marking Scheme Highlights

Each Question Carries 2 Marks.

For Each Correct Answer, 2 Marks will be Awarded.

There will be a Negative Marking of 0.50 Marks for Each Wrong Answer.

No marks will be Deducted for the Unattempted Questions.

Based on the Marks Scored in Tier-I, Candidates will be Shortlisted, Category-Wise, to Appear in Tier-II Examination.

LATEST UPDATE 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025–26. Tier 1 was conducted in September 2025, while Tier 2 is scheduled for 18–19 January 2026, and Tier 3 and Tier 4 will be conducted later for eligible posts. SSC CGL is a national-level recruitment examination for Group B and C posts in various central government ministries, departments, and organisations. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for updates regarding notifications, admit cards, results, and the counselling process.



ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates willing to Apply for SSC CGL Examination are Required to Fulfill Certain Conditions to be Eligible for it. The Candidate who does not Satisfy the Eligibility Criteria Like Age, Minimum Educational Qualification, Their Candidature shall be Rejected by the Authorities.The Criteria for Eligibility SSC CGL are Decided by the Conduction Body Itself.

1. Nationality

2. Age Limit & Relaxations

3. Educational Qualifications

4. Medical Standards

Nationality

A candidate must be either :

A Citizen of India or

A subject of Nepal or

A subject of Bhutan or

 A Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 to permanently settle in India or

A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam to permanently settle in India, shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.

Note:- A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary may be admitted to the Examination but the offer of appointment will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India. Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (2), (3), (4), and (5) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Name Of The Post

Age LimitRemarks

Auditor
(Offices under C&AG, Other Ministry /  Departments, Offices under CGDA)

18-27 yearsCandidate must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1998 and not later than 01-08-2007.

Accountant
(Offices under C&AG)

Accountant / Junior Accountant
(Other Ministry / Departments)

Senior Secretariat Assistan t/ Upper Division Clerks
(Central Govt. Offices / Ministries other than CSCS cadres.)

Tax Assistant
(CBDT / CBIC)

Sub- Inspector
(Central Bureau of Narcotics)

Assistant Section Officer
(Central Secretariat Service/ Ministry of Railway/ Ministry of External Affairs/ AFHQ)

20 – 30 YearsCandidate must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1995 and not later than 01-08-2005.

Assistant
(Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations)

Sub Inspector
(Central Bureau of Investigation)

Assistant Audit Officer
(Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG)

Upto 30 YearsCandidate must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1995 and not later than 01-08-2007.

Assistant Accounts Officer
(Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG)

Assistant Section Officer
(Intelligence Bureau/ Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations)

Inspector of Income Tax
(CBDT)

Inspector – Central Excise
(CBIC)

Inspector – Preventive Officer
(CBIC)

Inspector – Examiner
(CBIC)

Assistant Enforcement Officer
(Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue)

Inspector Posts
(Department of Post)

Inspector
(Central Bureau of Narcotics)

Assistant
(Other Ministries/ Departments/
Organizations)

Assistant/ Superintendent
(Other Ministries/ Departments/
Organizations)

Divisional Accountant
(Offices under C&AG)

Sub Inspector
(National Investigation Agency (NIA)

Junior Statistical Officer
(M/o Statistics &Programme Implementation)

Upto 32 YearsCandidate must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1993 and not later than 01-08-2007.

Relaxation in the Upper Age Limit

Sl. No.

CategoryRelaxation
1SC/ST5 years
2OBC3 years
3PwD (Unreserved)10 years
4PwD (OBC)13 years
5PwD (SC/ST)15 years
6Ex-Servicemen (ESM)3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date.
7

Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof

3 years
8

Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ST)

8 years

Permissible relaxation in upper age limit for Group ‘C’ posts only

9

Central Govt. Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of application.

Up to 40 years of age
10

Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of application.

Up to 45 years of age
11

Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried.

Up to 35 years of age
12

Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ST).

Up to 40 years of age

Educational Qualifications

In order to be Eligible for SSC CGL Examination, the Candidates are Required to Possess at least a Graduation Degree from a Recognized University or Institute. The Candidates Appearing in the Final Year of their Graduation can also Apply for SSC CGL however, they must possess the SSC CGL. However, Detailed Information Regarding Educational Qualifications for Different Posts is given below:

PostEducational Qualification
Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute
(OR)

Chartered Accountant or Cost & Management Accountant or Company Secretary or Masters in Commerce or Masters in Business Studies or Masters in Business Administration (Finance) or Masters in Business Economics.

Note:- During the period of probation direct recruits shall have to qualify the “Subordinate Audit/ Accounts Service Examination” in respective branches for confirmation and regular appointment as Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer.

Junior Statistical Officer 

Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University or Institute with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level;
(OR)

Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.

All other Post 

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.

Medical Standerd

Physical standards for the post of Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer), Inspector & Sub-Inspector in CBN:-

GenderCategoryStandardsRelaxation
MalePhysical Standards:Height : 157.5 cm.
Chest: 81 cm (fully expanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.)		Height relaxable by 5 cm in the case of Garwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and members of Scheduled Tribes.
Physical Test:Walking: 1600 metres in 15 minutes.
Cycling: 8 Kms. in 30 minutes.		 
FemalePhysical standards (Minimum)Height: 152 cms.
Weight: 48 Kgs.		Height relaxable by 2.5 cms.
Weight relaxable by 2 Kg. for Gorkhas, Garwalis, Assamese, and members of Scheduled Tribes.
Physical TestWalking: 1 Km. in 20 minutes.
Cycling: 3 Kms. in 25 minutes.		 

Note:- Physical standards are only applicable for the Selected posts.

Note: For the Post of Inspector (Central Excise/ Examiner/ Preventive Officer), Persons with Disabilities will have to Meet the Pphysical Standards like- Height, Chest and Weight s Prescribed for the Relevant Post. However, for Orthopaedically Disabled Candidates, the following Relaxation in Physical Test is allowed:

a) The test of “Walking” shall not be insisted in the case of OL and OAL categories.

b) The test of “Cycling” shall not be insisted in the case of OA, OL, and OAL categories.

LATEST UPDATE 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025–26. Tier 1 was conducted in September 2025, while Tier 2 is scheduled for 18–19 January 2026, and Tier 3 and Tier 4 will be conducted later for eligible posts. SSC CGL is a national-level recruitment examination for Group B and C posts in various central government ministries, departments, and organisations. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for updates regarding notifications, admit cards, results, and the counselling process.

IMPORTANT DATES

The important dates for SSC CGL 2025–26 indicate that the official notification is expected to be released in mid-2025, followed by the start of the online application process shortly after. The last date to apply and pay the application fee usually falls within three to four weeks of notification release. The Tier-I examination is scheduled to be conducted in September 2025, while the Tier-I result is expected a few weeks later. The Tier-II examination is scheduled for 18–19 January 2026, followed by the declaration of Tier-II results. Tier-III (Descriptive Test) and Tier-IV (Skill/Computer Test) are conducted subsequently for shortlisted candidates. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website for exact date-wise updates related to admit cards, results, and document verification.

Event 

Dates

Application begin 

09 June 2025

Last date for online applications

04 July 2025

Last date and time for making online fee payment

05 July 2025

Dates of ‘window for application form correction’ and online payment last date

09 to 11 July 2025

Examination Date of ( Tier- I ) Exam

September 2025

Date of ( Tier- I ) Exam Result

November 2025
Date of Tier II Exam18-19 January 2026
Result of Tier II ExamNA
Date of Tier III & IV ExamNA
Result of Tier III & IV ExamNA