The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the highly anticipated notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 against the Advertisement Number (Advt No.) F. No. HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1. Eligible graduates aiming for an excellent Sarkari Naukri in various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India can now apply online. The SSC CGL 2026 Notification proudly announces approximately 12,256 tentative Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ vacancies, including prestigious roles like Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Inspector of Income Tax, Auditor, and Tax Assistant. The online application portal is active from May 21, 2026, to June 22, 2026. We strongly advise all candidates to read the complete notification PDF thoroughly to understand the post-wise age limit, exact educational qualifications, detailed exam syllabus, and selection process before submitting the online form. Stay connected with this page for the latest Free Job Alert and Sarkari Result 2026 updates.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level CGL Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 21/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 22/06/2026 (upto 23:00 Hrs) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 23/06/2026 (upto 23:00 Hrs) |
| Window for Form Correction | 29/06/2026 to 01/07/2026 |
| Tier-I Exam Date (CBT) | August – September 2026 |
| Tier-II Exam Date (CBT) | December 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| First Time Correction Charge | ₹ 200/- |
| Second Time Correction Charge | ₹ 500/- |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Examination Fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or through SBI Challan Offline Mode. |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 27 / 30 / 32 Years (Depending strictly on Post-Wise eligibility).
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Staff Selection Commission (SSC) CGL Recruitment 2026 Rules. (Generally, SC/ST candidates get an age relaxation of 5 years, and OBC candidates get a relaxation of 3 years as per central govt norms).
SSC CGL Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 12256 Posts
The Staff Selection Commission has announced a total of 12,256 tentative posts for the 2026 CGL recruitment cycle. The exact category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) and department-wise breakdown will be uploaded by the commission on their official portal in due course.
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | – Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University 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 the degree level. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | – Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects from a recognized University. Candidates must have studied Statistics as a subject in all the three years of the graduation course. |
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | – Essential: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University.- Desirable: CA, CS, MBA, Cost & Management Accountant, or Masters in Commerce/Business Studies. |
| All Other Posts (ASO, Income Tax Inspector, Central Excise, Auditor, Tax Assistant, etc.) | – A simple Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline/stream from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| (Note: Final year appearing candidates are also perfectly eligible to apply online, provided they possess essential qualifications on or before the cut-off date). |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure merit-based selection. It progresses in the following chronological order:
- Tier-I Examination: Computer Based Examination (CBE) – This stage is strictly Qualifying in nature.
- Tier-II Examination: Computer Based Examination (CBE) – The core merit-deciding stage comprising Paper I, II, and III (depending on the chosen posts).
- Computer Knowledge Test & Data Entry Speed Test (DEST): Mandatory and qualifying in nature for various posts like Tax Assistant and Assistant Section Officer.
- Document Verification (DV): Conducted directly by the respective User Departments / Organizations after results.
- Medical & Physical Standards Test: Conducted strictly for specified posts like Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer), and Sub-Inspector in CBI/NIA/NCB.
SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
Tier-I Exam Pattern Structure:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes (1 Hour) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | (80 Minutes for candidates eligible for scribes) |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | |
| (Note: Be cautious while answering, there is a penalty/negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer). |
Brief Tier-I Syllabus Topics:
- Reasoning: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Figural Series, Coding & Decoding, Word Building, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams.
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, History of India, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Basic Algebraic identities, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Data Interpretation.
- English: Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution.
How To Apply Online for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) post can submit their application online before June 22, 2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Navigate to the Official Portal: Start by visiting the official Staff Selection Commission website at
https://ssc.gov.in. - One-Time Registration (OTR): If you are applying on the new portal for the first time, click “Login or Register” and complete the One-Time Registration using a valid mobile number, email, and Aadhaar card details.
- Login Securely: Once your OTR profile is ready, log in using your Registration Number and the newly created Password.
- Locate the Notice: Go to the “Latest Notifications” dashboard and find the link for Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026. Click on the Apply button.
- Fill in Details: Enter your highest educational qualifications, select three distinct preferences for examination centers in the same region, and specify your post preferences (if prompted).
- Upload Live Photo & Signature: The new SSC portal captures live photos. Ensure good lighting and a plain background. Upload a clearly scanned signature as per the required dimensional specifications.
- Pay the Application Fee: General/OBC/EWS candidates must pay the ₹100 fee online via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Cards. SC/ST/PwD and Women candidates are fully exempted.
- Final Submission: Double-check your entered data via the application preview. Once satisfied, click “Submit”. Print the final confirmation page for your records and future reference.
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply online for SSC CGL 2026? Ans. The final deadline to submit the SSC CGL 2026 online application is June 22, 2026 (up to 23:00 Hrs). However, candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
Q2. Who is perfectly eligible to apply for the SSC CGL Exam 2026? Ans. Any candidate holding a valid Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream from a recognized Indian University is eligible. Specific posts like Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) require additional subject criteria. Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply if their results are declared before the cut-off date mentioned in the PDF.
Q3. How many vacancies have been released in the SSC CGL 2026 Notification? Ans. The Staff Selection Commission has released an official tentative vacancy count of 12,256 posts. These vacancies span across various prestigious Group B and Group C government departments.
Q4. Do women candidates need to pay an application fee for SSC CGL? Ans. No. Female candidates of all categories, along with SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates, are completely exempted from paying the application fee. General, OBC, and EWS male candidates have to pay a nominal fee of ₹100.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the SSC CGL Tier-I exam? Ans. Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. A deduction of 0.50 marks will be made for every incorrect answer in the Tier-I Computer Based Examination.
