Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of approximately 12,256 (Tentative) Group B & Group C posts through Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. Candidates who have completed Graduation from a recognized University or Institute are eligible for this post. This recruitment is a good opportunity for the candidates who are preparing for government jobs. Interested candidates can apply online for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026. This post contains complete details regarding this vacancy.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Job Overview
This section provides a quick overview of SSC CGL Recruitment 2026. Check the basic details here, and if you are eligible, go through the full information below.
Organization Name: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Post Name: Group B & Group C Various Posts
Total Vacancies: 12,256 (Tentative)
Job Location: All India
Application Mode: Online
Category: Government Job
Age Limit: 18 to 32 Years (Post Wise)
Selection Process: Tier-I, Tier-II, DEST/Skill Test, Document Verification
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Notification Date: 21 May 2026
Application Start: 21 May 2026
Last Date for Online Application: 22 June 2026 upto 11 PM
Last Date for Payment of Fee: 23 June 2026
Application Form Correction Window: 29 June – 01 July 2026
Tier-I Exam Date: August – September 2026 (Tentative)
Tier-II Exam Date: December 2026 (Tentative)
Candidates should fill out the form before the last date to avoid any last-minute rush.
Application Fee
Complete details about the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 application fee are given below. Candidates are advised to read the rules and guidelines in the official notification before making any payment.
General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹0 (No Fee)
PwBD (Divyang): ₹0 (No Fee)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): ₹0 (No Fee)
The application fee can be paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Category-wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deduction of military service) |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The vacancy details have been mentioned category-wise in the official notification.
Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) – Group B Gazetted (Non-Ministerial)
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG | 18–30 years |
| 2 | Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG | 18–30 years |
| 3 | Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG | 18–30 years |
Pay Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) – Group B
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | 20–30 years |
| 2 | Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | 18–30 years |
| 3 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railways | 20–30 years |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | 20–30 years |
| 5 | Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | 20–30 years |
| 6 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology | 18–30 years |
| 7 | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries / Departments / Organizations | 18–30 years |
| 8 | Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT | 18–30 years |
| 9 | Inspector (Central Excise) | CBIC | 18–30 years |
| 10 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBIC | 18–30 years |
| 11 | Inspector (Examiner) | CBIC | 18–30 years |
| 12 | Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Dept. of Revenue | 18–30 years |
| 13 | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) | 20–30 years |
| 14 | Inspector Posts | Dept. of Posts, Ministry of Communications | 18–30 years |
| 15 | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | 18–30 years |
Pay Level 6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) – Group B
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries / Departments / Organizations | 18–30 years |
| 2 | Executive Assistant | CBIC | 18–30 years |
| 3 | Research Assistant | National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) | 18–30 years |
| 4 | Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | 18–30 years |
| 5 | Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | 18–30 years |
| 6 | Sub-Inspector / Junior Intelligence Officer | Narcotics Control Bureau (MHA) | 18–30 years |
| 7 | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation | 18–32 years |
| 8 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Ministry of Home Affairs | 18–30 years |
| 9 | Office Superintendent | CBDT | 18–30 years |
| 10 | Section Head | Director General of Foreign Trade | 18–30 years |
Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) – Group C
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auditor | Offices under C&AG | 18–27 years |
| 2 | Auditor | Offices under CGDA | 18–27 years |
| 3 | Auditor | Other Ministry / Departments | 18–27 years |
| 4 | Accountant | Offices under C&AG | 18–27 years |
| 5 | Accountant | Controller General of Accounts | 18–27 years |
| 6 | Accountant / Junior Accountant | Other Ministry / Departments | 18–27 years |
Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) – Group C
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | Dept. of Posts, Ministry of Communications | 18–27 years |
| 2 | Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk | Central Govt. Offices / Ministries other than CSCS cadres | 18–27 years |
| 3 | Senior Administrative Assistant | Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence | 18–27 years |
| 4 | Tax Assistant | CBDT | 18–27 years |
| 5 | Tax Assistant | CBIC | 18–27 years |
| 6 | Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | 18–27 years |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will get salary as per SSC Pay Matrix Level-4 to Level-8 depending upon the post allotted.
Selected candidates will receive salary along with:
- HRA
- DA
- TA
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits
- Other Government Allowances
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Qualification
Candidates must possess Graduation Degree from a recognized University or Institute.
Detailed Eligibility
For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Candidates must have:
- 60% Marks in Mathematics in Class 12th
OR - Statistics as a subject in Graduation
For Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Candidates must possess Graduation Degree in:
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Economics
- Data Science
- Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Related Subjects
For All Other Posts
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Candidates appearing in final year can also apply, but they must possess the qualification before the cutoff date.
Selection Process
The complete selection procedure of SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 has been mentioned in the official notification. But we are mentioning here the short summary of the selection procedure. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for complete details.
- Tier-I Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II Computer Based Examination
- Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) / Skill Test
- Document Verification
Final selection will be based on the merit list.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 200
Duration: 1 Hour
Negative Marking: 0.50 Marks
Tier-II Exam Pattern
Paper-I (Compulsory for All Posts)
- Mathematical Abilities
- Reasoning & General Intelligence
- English Language & Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Computer Knowledge Test
- Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
Additional Papers
- Paper-II: Statistics (For JSO Posts)
- Paper-III: Finance & Economics (For AAO Posts)
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Syllabus
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Blood Relation
- Puzzle
- Direction Sense
- Classification
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Science
- Static GK
Quantitative Aptitude
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Data Interpretation
English Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Detection
- Cloze Test
Computer Knowledge
- Computer Basics
- MS Office
- Internet
- Networking
- Cyber Security Basics
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
- Visit the official website
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
• Click on “Apply Online”
• Fill out the application form
• Upload the required documents
• Pay the application fee
• Submit the form
Submit the form (Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.)
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FAQ section
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 is 22 June 2026. Candidates can pay the application fee till 23 June 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
Around 12,256 vacancies are available for various Group B and Group C posts under SSC CGL Recruitment 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification required for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Some posts like JSO require Mathematics or Statistics qualification.
Q4. What is the age limit for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 32 years depending on the post. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.
Q5. What is the application fee for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹100. SC/ST/Female/PwBD/ESM candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q6. What is the selection process for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes:
- Tier-I Exam
- Tier-II Exam
- Skill Test/DEST
- Document Verification
Q7. When will the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Tier-I exam be conducted?
The Tier-I exam is expected to be held in August–September 2026.
Q8. Can final year students apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
Yes, final year students can apply, but they must complete their graduation before the cutoff date.
Q9. Is there any correction window for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 application form?
Yes, SSC will provide an application correction window from 29 June to 01 July 2026.
Q10. What is the salary for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 posts?
The salary ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100 depending on the post and pay level.