SSC CGL 2026 notification is out. Staff Selection Commission released it today, 21 May 2026, with roughly 12,256 vacancies across Group B and Group C posts in central government departments. Applications open now and close 22 June 2026. Tier 1 is scheduled for August-September 2026, Tier 2 for December 2026. Last updated: 21.05.2026.
SSC CGL 2026 – 12,256 Posts, Apply Online — live updates
SSC CGL 2026 – Key details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam name | Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 |
| Total vacancies | ~12,256 (tentative) |
| Post level | Group B and Group C |
| Application mode | Online |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | 21.05.2026 |
| Application start | 21.05.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 25.06.2026 (11 PM) — extended after SSC re-opened the application window |
| Fee payment last date | 26.06.2026 (11 PM) — extended |
| Correction window | 01.07.2026 to 03.07.2026 — revised |
| Tier 1 exam | August-September 2026 (tentative) |
| Tier 2 exam | December 2026 (tentative) |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Vacancies – post-wise overview
SSC CGL 2026 fills roughly 40 posts across pay levels 4 to 8:
| Pay level | Salary range | Key posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 8 | Rs 47,600 – 1,51,100 | Assistant Audit Officer (AAO), Assistant Accounts Officer |
| Level 7 | Rs 44,900 – 1,42,400 | ASO (CSS, IB, Railways, MEA), Inspector IT, Inspector Central Excise, AEO (ED), SI CBI, Inspector Posts |
| Level 6 | Rs 35,400 – 1,12,400 | JSO, Statistical Investigator Gr II, Divisional Accountant, SI NIA, SI/JIO NCB |
| Level 5 | Rs 29,200 – 92,300 | Auditor (C&AG, CGDA), Accountant (CGA) |
| Level 4 | Rs 25,500 – 81,100 | Postal/Sorting Assistant, Senior Secretariat Assistant (UDC), Tax Assistant (CBDT, CBIC) |
Exact post-wise vacancy count will be updated on ssc.gov.in under For Candidates > Tentative Vacancy.
Eligibility criteria
Educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university. For Junior Statistical Officer, you need Statistics as a subject in your degree OR 60% in Maths at class 12 level. For Statistical Investigator Grade II, Statistics must be a subject in the degree.
Age limit (as on 01.08.2026):
- 18 to 27 years – Group C posts (Auditor, Accountant, Postal Assistant, Tax Assistant, UDC)
- 18 to 30 years – most Group B posts (ASO, Inspectors, AEO, SI CBI/NIA)
- 20 to 30 years – ASO in CSS, Railways, MEA, AFHQ and SI CBI
- 18 to 32 years – Junior Statistical Officer
Age relaxation: OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwBD 10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| All women candidates | Nil (exempted) |
| Correction (1st time) | Rs 200 |
| Correction (2nd time) | Rs 500 |
Payment modes: debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI.
How to apply for SSC CGL 2026
- Go to ssc.gov.in and register or login
- Fill the application form with personal, educational and post preference details
- Upload scanned photo and signature in prescribed format
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and save the confirmation page
Exam pattern – quick look
| Tier | Questions | Marks | Time | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 100 | 200 | 60 min (15 min/section) | 0.50 per wrong |
| Tier 2 Paper I | 150 | 450 | 2 hrs 15 min | 1 mark per wrong |
Full syllabus: SSC CGL 2026 syllabus and exam pattern guide.
Important links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – SSC CGL 2026 | Official SSC portal |
| SSC CGL 2026 Notification PDF | Official notification PDF |
| SSC Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| SSC CGL 2026 Syllabus | Tier 1 and Tier 2 complete syllabus |
| SSC CGL 2026 Admit Card | Expected date and download guide |
| SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus PDF | Download PDF – Tier 1 & Tier 2 pattern, full syllabus, previous year question analysis |
Last updated: 21.05.2026
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