SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out: 12,256 Posts, Check Eligibility & Syllabus
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the detailed notice for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination, 2026. This premier exam is conducted to recruit Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ officers across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Apply online for 12,256 post before closing date.
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Post Name | Various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts (e.g., Assistant Section Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Central Excise Inspector, Auditor, Tax Assistant, Junior Statistical Officer, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | Approx. 12,256 vacancies |
| Application Start Date | May 21, 2026 |
| Application Last Date | June 22, 2026 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree / Graduation from a recognized University or equivalent (Specific posts like JSO/Statistical Investigator have additional subject requirements) |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment) |
| Tentative Tier-I Exam Schedule (CBE) | August–September, 2026 |
| Tentative Tier-II Exam Schedule (CBE) | December, 2026 |
SSC CGL 2026 Notification
The Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGLE) 2026 is a major national recruitment drive conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to fill approximately 12,256 tentative Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ vacancies across various central ministries, departments, constitutional bodies, and statutory organizations under the Government of India. This administrative exam offers prestigious career pathways to direct-entry government posts like Assistant Section Officer, Income Tax Inspector, Central Excise Inspector, Auditor, and Sub-Inspector in premium investigative agencies like the CBI and NIA. The registration window opens on May 21, 2026, and closes on June 22, 2026, with an application fee of ₹100/-, though women and reserved category candidates are completely exempted from payment. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized university by the crucial cut-off date of August 1, 2026, with specialized subject criteria applying to select technical roles like the Junior Statistical Officer.
Eligibility Criteria for Assam Home Guards Recruitment 2026
1. Nationality / CitizenshipA candidate must be either:Â Â
- A citizen of India, or Â
- A subject of Nepal, or Â
- A subject of Bhutan, or Â
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African Countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
(Note: Candidates belonging to the categories above, other than Indian citizens, must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India ).
2. Age Limit (As on 01-08-2026) :
The requirement of age varies depending on the group of posts you are applying for:Â Â
- For posts with an age limit of 18–27 years: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1999 and not later than 01-08-2008. Â
- For posts with an age limit of 20–30 years: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1996 and not later than 01-08-2006. Â
- For posts with an age limit of 18–30 years: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1996 and not later than 01-08-2008. Â
- For posts with an age limit of 18–32 years (such as JSO): Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02-08-1994 and not later than 01-08-2008.Â
- SC / ST: 5 years Â
- OBC: 3 years Â
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years Â
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years Â
- PwBD (SC / ST): 15 years Â
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age.
- Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University or Institute with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at the $12^{\text{th}}$ standard level; OR a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects at the degree level. Â
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Demography, Population Studies, Operation Research, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Technology, Computer Application, Data Science, or Artificial Intelligence from a recognized University or Institute. Â
- Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre): Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute AND proficiency in the Regional/Official language of the State concern (ability to read, write, speak, and understand the language at the matriculation/secondary school level).Â
- All Other Posts: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
Note: Final Year Students: If you are in the final year of your graduation, you can still apply; however, you must possess and be able to prove you acquired the essential qualification on or before 01-08-2026.
4. Physical and Medical Standards :
For certain specific field-work and executive posts, candidates must meet explicit physical standards, medical standards, and physical tests managed by the respective user departments after final selection:
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- Applicable Posts: Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer), Inspector & Sub-Inspector in CBN, Sub-Inspector/Junior Intelligence Officer in NCB, Sub-Inspector in CBI, Sub-Inspector in NIA, and Upper Division Clerk/Senior Secretariat Assistant in BRO.
- Gender Restriction (BRO): Only male candidates are eligible for the vacancies reported in the Border Roads Organization (BRO)
Pattern of the Examination
The SSC CGL selection process is strictly computer-based and spans across two Tiers.
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Tier-I Exam Pattern (Qualifying Structure) :
Tier-I consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions set in both English and Hindi (except the English section). It has a uniform structural duration of 1 hour with mandatory 15-minute sectional timers for each segment.
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Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 |
English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 |
Total | 100 | 200 | 1Hour |
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks will be deducted for each incorrect response.
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Tier-II Exam Pattern :
Final selection and ranking parameters depend entirely on the consolidated performance in the Tier-II stages. Paper-I is compulsory for all posts.
How to Apply- SSC CGL 2026 ?
- One-Time Registration (OTR) : All candidates must generate a fresh One-Time Registration (OTR) on the updated website.
- Sign in to the system using your OTR Registration Number and your modified password.
- Under the ‘Latest Notifications’ tab on your candidate dashboard, look for the ‘Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026’ section and click on the ‘Apply’ link.
- Your basic details (Name, DOB, Category, etc.) will be automatically populated from your OTR data and are non-editable.
- Capture Live Photograph: Unlike older application processes, you do not need to upload a pre-existing photograph. The application module will prompt you to capture a live photo using your webcam or smartphone. Ensure you stand/sit against a plain background with good lighting. Look directly into the camera at eye level. Do not wear caps, facial masks, or glasses/spectacles while capturing your live photo. Application forms with incorrect or blurred photographs will be rejected.
- Upload Scanned Signature: Upload a scanned copy of your signature in JPEG/JPG format. The file size must be between 10 KB to 20 KB, with standard dimensions of about 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height).
- Preview and Submit: Use the ‘Preview’ option to double-check every single field you filled out. Complete the final declaration by checking the “I agree” box and entering the text captcha code.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100/- using online modes such as BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit cards.
- Once your payment is successful and the application is accepted provisionally, download and take a printout of the completed online Application Form for your personal records.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
1. Can I use my old SSC registration details to apply?
No. SSC has launched a new official portal (ssc.gov.in). All candidates—even those who registered previously on the old website (ssc.nic.in)—must complete a fresh One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website.
2. I am in the final year of my graduation. Am I eligible to apply?
Yes, final year students can apply provisionally. However, you must acquire and produce proof of your essential educational qualification (graduation degree/result declaration) on or before the cut-off date, which is August 1, 2026.
3. Is the Computer Knowledge Test (CKT) and Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) mandatory for all posts?
Yes, both Section-III (Computer Knowledge Test) and Section-IV (DEST) of Paper-I in Tier-II are compulsory for all posts.
4. Can I make changes to my application form after submission?
Yes, SSC will open a ‘Window for Application Form Correction’ from June 29, 2026, to July 1, 2026 (until 23:00 hours). You can modify and re-submit your application up to two times during this window. However, a uniform correction charge of ₹200/- will be levied for the first modification and ₹500/- for the second modification.
5. Whom should I contact if I face difficulties while filling out the application form?
ou can call the Staff Selection Commission’s official toll-free helpline number at 1800 309 3063 for assistance. Regional helpline desk numbers are also provided in the official notification for state-specific issues.
