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SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 12256 Group B & Group C Posts
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), New Delhi |
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| Post Name | Various Group B (Gazetted/Non-Gazetted) and Group C posts including Assistant Section Officer, Inspector (IT/CE), Sub Inspector (CBI/NIA), Junior Statistical Officer, Assistant Audit Officer, Tax Assistant, Auditor, Accountant, Postal Assistant, and more |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 12,256 (tentative; updated vacancies will be on https://ssc.gov.in) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | India |
| Notification No. | F. No. HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1 dated 21-05-2026 |
| Last Updated | 01 Jun 2026 |
Approximately 12,256 (tentative; updated vacancies will be on https://ssc.gov.in)
Vacancies
22-06-2026 (23:00 hours)
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
India
Location
SSC is conducting Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 for approximately 12,256 vacancies in Group B and Group C posts under different Ministries, Departments, and Government of India organizations. The application process is online only, and the last date to submit the application form is 22 June 2026.
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 22-06-2026 (23:00 hours) |
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| Event | Date |
| Date Of Notification | 21-05-2026 |
| Opening Of Online Applications | 21-05-2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 22-06-2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Correction Date | 29-06-2026 to 01-07-2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-08-2026 |
| Educational Qualification Cut-Off Date | 01-08-2026 |
| Tier-I Computer Based Examination (Tentative) | August – September, 2026 |
| Tier-Ii Computer Based Examination (Tentative) | December, 2026 |
Application Fee
General / UR
Rs. 100/- (Non-Refundable)
SC
NIL (Exempted)
Fee must be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, and RuPay debit cards. Fee once paid will not be refunded, and applications without required fee payment will be rejected. | Correction Window Fee: Rs. 200/- for first correction and Rs. 500/- for second correction. This applies to all candidates, including fee-exempt applicants.
Age Limit
| Age Relaxation | Age will be calculated as on 01-08-2026. The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary Examination Certificate will be treated as final. |
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| Age Details | Date of Birth Range (Both Inclusive) |
Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent for most posts, as on 01-08-2026. |
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| Required Degree | Accepted only if approved by Distance Education Bureau, UGC, for Central Government employment. Proof must be produced at document verification. |
Vacancy Details
| Sr. | Post Name |
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| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre) |
| 2 | Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre) |
| 3 | Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 5 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 6 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 7 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 8 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 9 | Assistant Section Officer |
| 10 | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer |
| 11 | Inspector of Income Tax |
| 12 | Inspector (Central Excise) |
| 13 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) |
| 14 | Inspector (Examiner) |
| 15 | Assistant Enforcement Officer |
| 16 | Sub Inspector |
| 17 | Inspector Posts |
| 18 | Inspector |
| 19 | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer |
| 20 | Executive Assistant |
| 21 | Research Assistant |
| 22 | Divisional Accountant |
| 23 | Sub Inspector |
| 24 | Sub-Inspector / Junior Intelligence Officer |
| 25 | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) |
| 26 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II |
| 27 | Office Superintendent |
| 28 | Section Head |
| 29 | Auditor |
| 30 | Auditor |
| 31 | Auditor |
| 32 | Accountant |
| 33 | Accountant |
| 34 | Accountant / Junior Accountant |
| 35 | Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant |
| 36 | Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk |
| 37 | Senior Administrative Assistant |
| 38 | Tax Assistant |
| 39 | Tax Assistant |
| 40 | Sub-Inspector |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector |
| Department / Ministry | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) to Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) depending on the post |
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Selection Process
1Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Time
2A. General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 50 1 hour (Sectional timer: 15 min per se
3B. General Awareness 25 50
4C. Quantitative Aptitude 25 50
5D. English Comprehension 25 50
6Total 100 200
7Paper Section / Subject Questions Marks Duration
8Paper-I (Compulsory for all posts) Section-I: Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning
9Section-II: English Language & Comprehension + General Awareness 45+25 = 70 210
10Section-III: Computer Knowledge Test (qualifying, mandatory) 20 60 15 min
11Section-IV: Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) (qualifying, mandatory) - - Session-II:
12Paper-II (JSO / Statistical Investigator only) Statistics 100 200 2 hours
13Paper-III (AAO / AAcO only) General Studies (Finance and Economics) 100 200 2 ho
14Selection is through a two-tier Computer Based Examination (CBE). Marks scored i
15Tier-I: Computer Based Examination
16Tier-I consists of Objective Type / MCQ questions
17set in English and Hindi (except English Comprehension). Negative marking: 0.50
18Tier-II: Computer Based Examination
19Tier-II is conducted in Paper-I
20Paper-II
21and Paper-III in separate shifts/days.
22Negative marking in Tier-II: 1 mark per wrong answer in Section-I
23II
24III of Paper-I; 0.50 marks in Paper-II and Paper-III. Section-III (CKT) and Sect
25MEA
26AFHQ
27SFIO
28CBIC
29Postal etc.). Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour is available for PwBD can
Physical Eligibility
| Details | The overall competition level for SSC CGL 2026 is expected to remain very high because the examination attracts a massive number of graduate applicants every year across India. Even with around 12,256 vacancies, the effective competition ratio remains extremely tough for high-demand posts. | Applicant volume is huge: SSC CGL is among the most sought-after central government exams, and premium posts receive intense preference from top scorers. Tier-I acts as the main screening stage: With negative marking and sectional timing, both speed and accuracy matter. Candidates targeting top posts generally need a very strong Tier-I score. Tier-II gets post-specific: Specialized posts like JSO and AAO attract a smaller but more qualified pool, making domain preparation more important than raw competition numbers. DEST and CKT can eliminate candidates: Although qualifying in nature, poor performance in these sections can disqualify otherwise strong candidates for certain posts. Physical standards create an extra filter: Certain Inspector and Sub Inspector posts require physical and medical fitness standards that are checked separately by user departments. |
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How to Apply
- 1Candidates must apply online only at https://ssc.gov.in or through the mY SSC mobile application (available on Google Play Store). No other mode of application is accepted. Candidates who have not generated OTR on the new website must do so first. Once OTR is generated on the new website, it remains valid for all future examinations on that portal.
- 2Candidates are advised to opt for Aadhaar-based authentication during OTR. Aadhaar-authenticated candidates get significant exemptions: their applications are not rejected for photograph/signature standards, and they need not carry photo ID at the examination venue.
- 3Steps to Apply:
- 4Generate One-Time Registration (OTR) at https://ssc.gov.in (mandatory; use Aadhaar-based authentication if possible)
- 5Complete OTR profile and lock it
- 6Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) including live photograph capture via camera
- 7Upload scanned signature (JPEG/JPG, 10–20 KB, 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm)
- 8Fill the Examination Specific Module (post preferences, exam centre choices - 3 centres within same region in order of priority)
- 9Pay application fee of Rs. 100/- online (if applicable) by 23-06-2026
- 10Preview/Print the application to verify all details before final submission
- 11Use the correction window (29-06 to 01-07-2026) if any correction is needed (chargeable)
- 12Keep printout of application and all documents for at least 3 years
- 13Documents to Keep Ready for Document Verification (after final selection):
- 14Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (proof of date of birth)
- 15Mark sheets for all years/semesters of Graduation + Provisional/Degree Certificate
- 16SC/ST Certificate in prescribed format (Annexure of the notification)
- 17OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed format (Annexure-X); must be valid as on closing date of application
- 18EWS Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026–27 (issued based on income for FY 2025–26) in prescribed format (Annexure-XI)
- 19PwBD Disability Certificate from competent authority specifying type of disability (as per Annexure-XII to XIII)
- 20Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate and other relevant ESM documents
- 21Equivalence certificate (for equivalent qualifications other than standard degrees)
- 22DEB/UGC approval letter (for Distance Learning degree holders)
- 23Certificate of proficiency in State Regional/official language (for AAO/Assistant Audit Officer State Cadre)
- 24Apply Online at: https://ssc.gov.in | Toll Free Helpline: 1800 309 3063
Important Instructions
- Final allotment is based on merit-cum-preference, and no alternate post will be offered if a candidate fails post-specific standards after allotment. OBC candidates claiming reservation must not belong to the creamy layer as on the closing date of application. EWS certificate must be valid for FY 2026–27 and should be based on income for FY 2025–26. PwBD candidates must choose the correct sub-category in the application form because no later change is allowed. Scribe rules are strict: the scribe must complete OTR, be Aadhaar-authenticated, and cannot assist more than one candidate. Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour is available to eligible PwBD candidates. Tentative answer keys can be challenged online by paying Rs. 100 per question within the specified period only. No re-evaluation or re-checking of scores is available at any stage. Candidates should preserve the application form and related documents for at least 3 years. Candidature remains provisional until certificates and documents are verified by the Appointing Authority. Fraudulent claims of reservation status may lead to debarment from all SSC examinations. Any update in exam schedule or process will be communicated through the SSC website only. Applications without the required fee, unless exempted, or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form for SSC CGL 2026 is 22 June 2026 (23:00 hours). The fee payment can be made until 23 June 2026 (23:00 hours).
Q2. How many vacancies are available in SSC CGL 2026?
Approximately 12,256 vacancies are available for Group B and Group C posts across various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. The exact vacancy details will be updated on the official SSC website.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for SSC CGL 2026?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university or equivalent as on 01-08-2026. For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), candidates need either 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th level or a degree with Statistics as a subject. Final year appearing candidates can also apply but must possess the degree by the cut-off date.
Q4. What is the age limit for SSC CGL 2026?
The age limit varies by post: 18-27 years for Group C posts, 18-30 years or 20-30 years for most Group B posts, and 18-32 years for Junior Statistical Officer. Age will be calculated as on 01-08-2026, with relaxations available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10-15 years), and Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee for SSC CGL 2026?
General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay Rs. 100/- as a non-refundable application fee. Women candidates (all categories), SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee. Fee payment can be made through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or debit cards.
Q6. What is the selection process for SSC CGL 2026?
Selection is through a two-tier Computer Based Examination. Tier-I has 100 questions (200 marks) covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Tier-II includes Paper-I (mandatory for all), Paper-II (for JSO/Statistical Investigator), and Paper-III (for AAO). Both tiers have negative marking.
Q7. When will the SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I exam be conducted?
The Tier-I Computer Based Examination is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026, while Tier-II is expected in December 2026. Exact dates will be announced on the official SSC website closer to the exam.
Q8. Can I apply for SSC CGL 2026 if I am in the final year of graduation?
Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of their Bachelor's Degree can apply, but they must possess the essential educational qualification on or before 01-08-2026. If the university declares results after this date, the candidature will be invalid even if exams were completed earlier.
Q9. Is there any correction window for SSC CGL 2026 application?
Yes, the correction window will be open from 29-06-2026 to 01-07-2026 (23:00 hours). The first correction costs Rs. 200/- and the second correction costs Rs. 500/-. This fee applies to all candidates, including those who were exempted from the initial application fee.
Q10. What is the pay scale for SSC CGL 2026 posts?
Pay scales range from Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) for Group C posts like Postal Assistant and Tax Assistant to Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600-1,51,100) for Group B Gazetted posts like Assistant Audit Officer. Pay Level 7 posts include Assistant Section Officer and Inspector positions (Rs. 44,900-1,42,400).
What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form for SSC CGL 2026 is 22 June 2026 (23:00 hours). The fee payment can be made until 23 June 2026 (23:00 hours).
How many vacancies are available in SSC CGL 2026?
Approximately 12,256 vacancies are available for Group B and Group C posts across various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. The exact vacancy details will be updated on the official SSC website.
What is the educational qualification required for SSC CGL 2026?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university or equivalent as on 01-08-2026. For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), candidates need either 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th level or a degree with Statistics as a subject. Final year appearing candidates can also apply but must possess the degree by the cut-off date.
What is the age limit for SSC CGL 2026?
The age limit varies by post: 18-27 years for Group C posts, 18-30 years or 20-30 years for most Group B posts, and 18-32 years for Junior Statistical Officer. Age will be calculated as on 01-08-2026, with relaxations available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10-15 years), and Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
What is the application fee for SSC CGL 2026?
General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay Rs. 100/- as a non-refundable application fee. Women candidates (all categories), SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee. Fee payment can be made through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or debit cards.
What is the selection process for SSC CGL 2026?
Selection is through a two-tier Computer Based Examination. Tier-I has 100 questions (200 marks) covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Tier-II includes Paper-I (mandatory for all), Paper-II (for JSO/Statistical Investigator), and Paper-III (for AAO). Both tiers have negative marking.
When will the SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I exam be conducted?
The Tier-I Computer Based Examination is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026, while Tier-II is expected in December 2026. Exact dates will be announced on the official SSC website closer to the exam.
Can I apply for SSC CGL 2026 if I am in the final year of graduation?
Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of their Bachelor's Degree can apply, but they must possess the essential educational qualification on or before 01-08-2026. If the university declares results after this date, the candidature will be invalid even if exams were completed earlier.
Is there any correction window for SSC CGL 2026 application?
Yes, the correction window will be open from 29-06-2026 to 01-07-2026 (23:00 hours). The first correction costs Rs. 200/- and the second correction costs Rs. 500/-. This fee applies to all candidates, including those who were exempted from the initial application fee.
What is the pay scale for SSC CGL 2026 posts?
Pay scales range from Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) for Group C posts like Postal Assistant and Tax Assistant to Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600-1,51,100) for Group B Gazetted posts like Assistant Audit Officer. Pay Level 7 posts include Assistant Section Officer and Inspector positions (Rs. 44,900-1,42,400).