SSC CGL Notification 2026 OUT – Apply Online for 12,256 Posts at ssc.gov.in
SSC CGL Notification 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), New Delhi has officially released the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination Notification 2026 on 21 May 2026. Total 12,256 vacancies have been announced across 40 posts in Group B and Group C services in Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations across India. Online registrations are now open and the last date to apply is 20 June 2026 at ssc.gov.in. This year, SSC has introduced Sectional Timing in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations. The Tier 1 exam is scheduled for August–September 2026 and Tier 2 for December 2026.
SSC CGL Notification 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), New Delhi |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination, 2026 |
| Post Type | Various Group B (Gazetted / Non-Gazetted) & Group C Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 12,256 |
| Exam Level | Pan India (National Level) |
| Application Mode | Online only via ssc.gov.in |
| OTR Requirement | Yes – One-Time Registration (OTR) mandatory |
| Selection Process | Tier 1 (Qualifying CBT) + Tier 2 (Merit CBT) + Document Verification |
| No Interview | Selection is purely exam-based — no interview |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | August to September 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Online Applications | 22 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 29 June 2026 to 01 July 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Tier 1 Exam Date (CBT) | August to September 2026 |
| Answer Key Release (Tier 1) | 7–10 days after the exam |
| Tier 2 Exam Date (CBT) | December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹100/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Women Candidates (All categories) | NIL (Exempted) |
| SC / ST Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
| PwBD Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | NIL (Exempted) |
SSC CGL Notification 2026: Post-wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Classification | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. (C&AG) | Group B Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 |
| 2 | Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. (C&AG) | Group B Gazetted | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 |
| 3 | Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. (C&AG) | Group B Gazetted | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 5 | Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 6 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railways | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 7 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 8 | Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 9 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Electronics & IT | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 10 | Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 11 | Inspector (Central Excise) | CBIC | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 12 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBIC | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 13 | Inspector (Examiner) | CBIC | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 14 | Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 15 | Sub Inspector | CBI | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 16 | Inspector Posts | Department of Posts | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 17 | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | Group B | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| 18 | Executive Assistant | CBIC | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 19 | Research Assistant | NHRC | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 20 | Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 21 | Sub Inspector | NIA | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 22 | Sub-Inspector / Junior Intelligence Officer | Narcotics Control Bureau | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 23 | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Ministry of Statistics & PI | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 24 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Ministry of Home Affairs | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 25 | Office Superintendent | CBDT | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 26 | Section Head | DGFT | Group B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 27 | Auditor | Offices under C&AG / CGDA / Other Ministries | Group C | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| 28 | Accountant / Junior Accountant | C&AG / CGA / Other Ministries | Group C | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| 29 | Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | Department of Posts | Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| 30 | Senior Secretariat Assistant / UDC | Central Govt. Offices / Ministries | Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| 31 | Senior Administrative Assistant | Military Engineering Services | Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| 32 | Tax Assistant | CBDT / CBIC | Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| 33 | Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | Group C | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Total | 12,256 |
SSC CGL Notification 2026: Salary Summary (Pay Level-wise)
| Pay Level | Pay Scale | Key Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer |
| Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | Inspector IT, Inspector CE, ASO, AEO, SI CBI, Inspector Posts |
| Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | JSO, Sub Inspector NIA, Divisional Accountant, Research Assistant |
| Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | Auditor, Accountant, Junior Accountant |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Postal Assistant, Tax Assistant, SSA/UDC, Senior Admin Assistant |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| All Posts (General) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor’s Degree with 60% marks in Mathematics in Class 12 OR Statistics as a subject at Degree level |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Computer Science / Data Science / AI or related disciplines |
| Assistant Audit Officer / Accounts Officer | Bachelor’s Degree (Desirable: CA / CMA / CS / MBA Finance / M.Com) |
| Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer (State Cadre) | Bachelor’s Degree + Proficiency in relevant Regional/Official Language of the State at Matriculation level |
Post-wise Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Age Band | Posts Covered |
|---|---|
| 18 to 27 Years | Auditor, Accountant, Junior Accountant, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant, Senior Secretariat Assistant / UDC, Senior Administrative Assistant, Tax Assistant, Sub-Inspector (CBN) |
| 18 to 30 Years | AAO, ASO, Inspector IT, Inspector CE, Inspector (PO), Inspector (Examiner), AEO, Inspector Posts, Executive Assistant, Research Assistant, Divisional Accountant, SI (NIA), JIO, Statistical Investigator Gr-II, Office Superintendent, Section Head |
| 20 to 30 Years | Assistant Section Officer (CSS, Railways, MEA, AFHQ), Sub Inspector (CBI) |
| 18 to 32 Years | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| 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 | 3 Years (after deducting military service) |
| Central Government Employees (for specific posts) | 5 Years (with 3 years of continuous service) |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Qualifying Stage — Computer Based Test (CBT). Used only for shortlisting candidates for Tier 2. Marks NOT counted in final merit. |
| Tier 2 | Merit-making Stage — Computer Based Test (CBT). Marks here determine the final selection. |
| Document Verification | Eligibility and document check before final joining offer. |
Exam Pattern
Tier 1 – Preliminary Exam (Qualifying Stage)
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted per wrong answer. Mode: Online CBT.
Tier 2 – Main Exam (Merit Stage)
| Paper / Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I – Section 1 | Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning & General Intelligence | 60 | 180 | 1 Hour (30 min each) |
| Paper I – Section 2 | English Language & Comprehension + General Awareness | 70 | 210 | 1 Hour (40 min English + 20 min GA) |
| Paper I – Section 3 | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | 15 Minutes |
| Paper I – Section 4 | Data Entry Speed Test | 1 Task | Qualifying | 15 Minutes |
| Paper II | Statistics (JSO candidates only) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper III | General Studies – Finance & Economics (AAO candidates only) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your basic personal details — note your Registration ID and Password carefully.
- Log in with your Registration credentials.
- Click on “Apply” for CGL 2026 and fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and post preference details.
- Upload the following in prescribed format and size:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Scanned signature
- Category / PwBD / Ex-SM documents (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee of ₹100/- through UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM candidates are exempted).
- Review all details carefully — use the Correction Window (29 June – 01 July 2026) for minor edits if required.
- Submit the application form and download / print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (OTR + Application) | Click Here to Apply |
| Official SSC CGL Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official SSC Website | ssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the SSC CGL 2026 application open and what is the last date?
The SSC CGL 2026 online application opened on 21 May 2026. The last date to apply is 20 June 2026 and the last date for fee payment is 23 June 2026 by 11:00 PM at ssc.gov.in. A correction window is available from 29 June to 01 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced in SSC CGL 2026?
SSC has announced a total of 12,256 vacancies for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 across 40 posts in various Group B and Group C services under Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations across India.
Q3. What is new in SSC CGL 2026 exam pattern?
The biggest change in SSC CGL 2026 is the introduction of Sectional Timing in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. In Tier 1, each of the 4 sections gets 15 minutes separately (60 minutes total). In Tier 2, Paper I sections also have fixed individual time limits. Candidates cannot switch between sections during the allotted time.
Q4. What is the application fee for SSC CGL 2026?
The application fee is ₹100/- (non-refundable) for General and OBC candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are completely exempted from paying any fee. Payment is accepted online only via UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card.
Q5. Which post has the highest salary in SSC CGL 2026?
The Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) post under Pay Level 8 offers the highest salary in SSC CGL 2026 with a pay band of ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 per month along with DA, HRA, TA, and other Central Government allowances. AAO is also a gazetted Group B post — the most prestigious CGL post.
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