SSC CGL Notification 2026 Out For 12256 Vacancies

Official Notification 2026

SSC CGL 2026 - Staff Selection Commission
Combined Graduate Level Examination

Apply Online: 21 May 2026 - 22 June 2026  |  ~12,256 Vacancies  |  Group B & C Posts

IMPORTANT DATES AT A GLANCE
Application Window: 21 May - 22 June 2026  |  Fee Payment Deadline: 23 June 2026  |  Correction Window: 29 June - 1 July 2026  |  Tier-I Exam: August-September 2026  |  Tier-II Exam: December 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CGL 2026 Notification on 21 May 2026. This is one of the most prestigious central government recruitment exams in India, offering careers in Group B and Group C posts across numerous Ministries, Departments, and Constitutional/Statutory Bodies. With approximately 12,256 vacancies and an online application window open until 22 June 2026, eligible graduates must act quickly. Read this complete guide for everything you need to know - vacancies, eligibility, salary, syllabus, and how to apply.

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Table of Contents

1. Overview & Summary Table
2. Vacancies & Post Details
3. Age Limit & Relaxation
4. Educational Qualification
5. Application Fee
6. Selection Process
7. Exam Syllabus
8. Salary & Pay Scale
9. How to Apply
10. Required Documents
11. FAQs

SSC CGL 2026 - Overview & Summary Table

Parameter	Details
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026
Post Category	Group B & Group C (Gazetted & Non-Gazetted)
Total Vacancies	~12,256 (Tentative)
Education	Bachelor's Degree from a Recognised University
Age Limit	18-32 years (varies by post, as on 01.08.2026)
Application Mode	Online only at ssc.gov.in
Application Start	21 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Last Date - Fee Payment	23 June 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Correction Window	29 June - 1 July 2026
Tier-I (CBE)	August - September 2026
Tier-II (CBE)	December 2026
Application Fee	Rs.100/- (SC/ST/PwBD/Women - Exempt)
Official Website	https://ssc.gov.in
Helpline Number	1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)

SSC CGL 2026 - Vacancies & Post Details

There are approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies across multiple pay levels. The Commission will release post-wise and category-wise vacancies on its official website. Posts are spread across Group B (Gazetted & Non-Gazetted) and Group C categories.

Pay Level-8 (Rs.47,600 - Rs.1,51,100) - Group B Gazetted

Post Name	Department	Age Limit
Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre)	IA&AD under C&AG	18-30
Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre)	IA&AD under C&AG	18-30
Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre)	IA&AD under C&AG	18-30

Pay Level-7 (Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400) - Group B

Post Name	Department	Age Limit
Assistant Section Officer	Central Secretariat Service	20-30
Assistant Section Officer	Intelligence Bureau (IB)	18-30
Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of Railways / MEA / AFHQ / MeitY	20-30
Inspector of Income Tax	CBDT	18-30
Inspector (Central Excise / Preventive Officer / Examiner)	CBIC	18-30
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Directorate of Enforcement (ED)	18-30
Sub Inspector	CBI	20-30
Inspector Posts / Inspector (CBN)	Dept. of Posts / Ministry of Finance	18-30

Pay Level-6 (Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400) & Below - Group B/C

Post Name	Pay Level	Age Limit
Executive Assistant / Research Assistant / Sub Inspector (NIA)	Level-6	18-30
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)	Level-6	18-32
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Level-6	18-30
Auditor / Accountant / Junior Accountant	Level-5	18-27
Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant	Level-4	18-27
Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC) / UDC / Senior Administrative Asst.	Level-4	18-27

Note: Updated post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be published at ssc.gov.in → For Candidates → Tentative Vacancy. State/Zone-wise vacancies are NOT collected by SSC — contact the respective User Departments for such data.

Age Limit & Age Relaxation (As on 01.08.2026)

Post-wise Age Requirements

Post Category	Age Limit	Date of Birth Range
Postal Asst., Tax Asst., UDC, Auditor, Accountant	18-27 years	02-08-1999 to 01-08-2008
ASO in CSS, MEA, Railways, AFHQ; Sub Inspector CBI	20-30 years	02-08-1996 to 01-08-2006
AAO, Inspector IT, Inspector CBIC, AEO, Inspector Posts	18-30 years	02-08-1996 to 01-08-2008
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)	18-32 years	02-08-1994 to 01-08-2008

Age Relaxation Table

Category	Relaxation in Upper Age
SC / ST	5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years
PwBD (General)	10 years
PwBD (OBC)	13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 years after deduction of military service from actual age
Central Govt. Civilian Employees (3+ years service) - Group C	Up to 40 years of age
Central Govt. Civilian Employees SC/ST (3+ years) - Group C	Up to 45 years of age
Widows / Divorced Women (not remarried)	Up to 35 years of age
Widows / Divorced Women SC/ST (not remarried)	Up to 40 years of age

Educational Qualification (As on 01.08.2026)

Post	Essential Qualification
All General Posts (ASO, Inspector, AEO, Tax Asst., UDC etc.)	Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent
AAO / Assistant Audit & Accounts Officer	Bachelor's Degree + Proficiency in Regional/Official language of the State (State Cadre). Desirable: CA / CMA / CS / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / MBE
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)	Bachelor's Degree in any subject with 60% in Maths at 12th level, OR Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as a subject at degree level
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Bachelor's Degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Demography / Population Studies / OR / IT / CS / Computer Engineering / Data Science / AI from a recognised institution

Note: Final year students can apply but must possess the essential qualification on or before 01.08.2026. Degrees through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are valid only if approved by UGC/Distance Education Bureau.

SSC CGL 2026 - Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS

Rs.100

Non-Refundable

SC / ST / PwBD / Women / ESM

FREE

Fully Exempted

Correction Window Charges

Correction Attempt	Charges	Applicable To
1st Correction	Rs.200	All candidates
2nd Correction	Rs.500	All candidates

Payment Modes: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other exam. Answer Key challenge fee: Rs.100/- per question (non-refundable).

Selection Process - SSC CGL 2026

The selection process for SSC CGL 2026 consists of two Computer-Based Tiers followed by document verification. Marks are normalized if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts.

Step 1: Tier-I - Computer Based Examination (CBE)

August - September 2026  |  100 Questions | 200 Marks | 1 Hour

Objective MCQs covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension (25 questions × 2 marks each). Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer. Sectional timer: 15 minutes per section.

Step 2: Tier-II - Computer Based Examination (CBE)

December 2026  |  Paper-I (Compulsory) + Paper-II/III (for specific posts)

Paper-I (All posts) - 4 Sections: Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning & GI, English Language & Comprehension + General Awareness, Computer Knowledge Test (qualifying), and Data Entry Speed Test (qualifying). Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer in Sections I-III.
Paper-II - Only for JSO & Statistical Investigator Grade-II (100 questions - Statistics).
Paper-III - Only for AAO/Assistant Accounts Officer (100 questions - Finance & Economics).

Step 3: Document Verification (DV) + Medical Test

Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification by the respective User Departments. Posts like CBI Sub-Inspector, NCB Inspector, CBIC Inspector also require Physical Standard Tests (PST) and Medical Standards as notified in Annexures XV and XVI of the official notification.

Step 4: Final Merit & Post Allotment

Final allotment is based on merit-cum-preferences indicated by candidates. Once a post is allotted, no change will be made for non-fulfilment of medical/physical/educational standards. The decision is final.

SSC CGL 2026 - Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Tier-I Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions	Max 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	200	60 min

Tier-II Exam Pattern (Paper-I - All Posts)

Section	Subject	Qs	Marks	Time
Section-I (Session-I)	A: Mathematical Abilities	30	90	60 min
	B: Reasoning & GI	30	90
Section-II (Session-I)	A: English Language & Comprehension	45	135	60 min
	B: General Awareness	25	75
Section-III (Session-I)	Computer Knowledge Test (Qualifying)	20	60	15 min
Section-IV (Session-II)	Data Entry Speed Test - DEST (Qualifying)	-	-	15 min

Paper-II (Statistics - 100 Marks, 2 hrs) for JSO/Statistical Investigator. Paper-III (Finance & Economics - 100 Marks, 2 hrs) for AAO. Negative marking in Tier-II: 1 mark for Sections I-III; 0.50 for Paper-II & Paper-III.

SSC CGL 2026 - Salary & Pay Scale

SSC CGL offers one of the best salary structures among central government entry-level jobs. In addition to basic pay, candidates receive HRA, DA, TA, and other allowances as per 7th Pay Commission norms.

Pay Level	Grade Pay (7th CPC)	Pay Band	Key Posts
Level 8	Rs.4,800 GP	Rs.47,600 - Rs.1,51,100	Assistant Audit Officer, Asst. Accounts Officer
Level 7	Rs.4,600 GP	Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400	Inspector IT/CBIC/CBI/Posts, ASO (CSS/MEA/Railways), AEO
Level 6	Rs.4,200 GP	Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400	JSO, Statistical Investigator Gr-II, Sub-Inspector NIA/NCB
Level 5	Rs.2,800 GP	Rs.29,200 - Rs.92,300	Auditor, Accountant, Junior Accountant
Level 4	Rs.2,400 GP	Rs.25,500 - Rs.81,100	Postal/Sorting Asst., Tax Asst., UDC, Senior Admin Asst.

💡 In-hand Salary Estimate: An Inspector of Income Tax (Level-7) typically earns Rs.55,000 - Rs.70,000/month in-hand including HRA and DA in a metro city. An ASO in CSS (Level-7) earns similarly. Tax Assistants and UDCs at Level-4 typically earn Rs.30,000 - Rs.38,000/month in-hand. Allowances vary by posting city (X, Y, Z categories).

How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026 - Step-by-Step Guide

1

One-Time Registration (OTR)

Visit ssc.gov.in and complete the One-Time Registration. Candidates with old OTR from ssc.nic.in must register afresh on the new website. Aadhaar-based authentication is strongly recommended.

2

Fill Online Application Form

Log in using OTR credentials. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category, and exam centre preference. The form captures live photo via camera - no pre-existing photo needed.

3

Pay Application Fee

Pay Rs.100 online via UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card by 23 June 2026. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM candidates are exempt. Verify payment status in candidate login before deadline.

4

Submit & Take Printout

Submit the application before 22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs). Download and save the printout of the submitted application form for future reference and document verification.

5

Correction Window (If Needed)

Made a mistake? Use the Correction Window from 29 June - 1 July 2026. You can re-submit twice (Rs.200 for 1st, Rs.500 for 2nd attempt). All categories must pay correction charges.

6

Download Admit Card & Appear

Admit cards will be available on ssc.gov.in before the exam. Carry a valid photo ID to the examination centre. Aadhaar-authenticated candidates need not carry a separate photo ID or photograph.

Mobile App: Applications can also be submitted through the My SSC mobile application available on Google Play Store. Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)

Required Documents for Document Verification

• Matriculation / 10th Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
• Mark sheets of all semesters/years of Graduation + Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate
• 12th Mark Sheet (for JSO - Maths 60% proof)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format from competent authority
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income)
• PwBD Disability Certificate from competent medical authority
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book / Service Certificate
• State Language Proficiency Certificate (for AAO State Cadre posts)
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Passport / Driving Licence)
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) - if currently employed in Govt. service
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (recent, in prescribed format - Annexure X)

SSC CGL 2026 - Important Dates Schedule

Event	Date
Notification Released	21 May 2026
Application Start Date	21 May 2026
Last Date for Online Application	22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	23 June 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Application Correction Window	29 June - 1 July 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Tier-I Computer Based Examination	August - September 2026 (Tentative)
Tier-II Computer Based Examination	December 2026 (Tentative)

Frequently Asked Questions - SSC CGL 2026

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SSC CGL 2026?

There are approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies. The exact post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be updated on the SSC website as they are received from indenting departments.

Q2. Who is eligible to apply for SSC CGL 2026?

Any Indian citizen holding a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university (or appearing in the final year) between the ages of 18-32 years (depending on the post) as on 01.08.2026 is eligible. Nationality can also include Nepalese, Bhutanese, or persons of Indian origin from select countries.

Q3. Is there any application fee for women candidates?

No. Women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee. Similarly, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates are also exempt.

Q4. Can final year graduation students apply?

Yes, final year students can apply. However, they must possess the essential educational qualification on or before 01.08.2026 to be eligible.

Q5. How many tiers are there in SSC CGL 2026?

SSC CGL 2026 has two tiers: Tier-I (Preliminary) and Tier-II (Mains), both conducted as Computer Based Examinations (CBE). There is no Tier-III (Descriptive) as of 2026.

Q6. Is there negative marking in SSC CGL 2026?

Yes. In Tier-I, there is a penalty of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. In Tier-II Paper-I (Sections I-III), the penalty is 1 mark per wrong answer. For Paper-II and Paper-III, it is 0.50 marks per wrong answer.

Q7. Can I change the post preference after submission?

No. Post preferences, once allotted based on merit and choices, are final and cannot be changed by the Commission. Candidates must carefully select their post preferences, especially for posts requiring physical/medical standards.

Q8. What is the highest paying post in SSC CGL 2026?

The Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) at Pay Level-8 (Rs.47,600 - Rs.1,51,100) is the highest paying post in SSC CGL 2026. It is a Group B Gazetted post under the Indian Audit & Accounts Department.

Q9. Is there any special qualification required for the JSO post?

Yes. For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), candidates need either (a) Bachelor's Degree in any subject with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard, or (b) Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as a subject at the degree level.

Q10. Where can I apply and get official updates?

Apply only at https://ssc.gov.in or via the My SSC app (Google Play). For queries, call the toll-free helpline 1800 309 3063. All updates, admit cards, answer keys, and results are communicated exclusively through the official website.

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Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)  |  F.No. HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only, based on the official SSC CGL 2026 notification dated 21 May 2026. Candidates must always refer to the official notification at ssc.gov.in for the most accurate and updated information. All dates are tentative unless confirmed by SSC.