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SSC CGL 2026 Notification — 14,582 Vacancies, Apply Online

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SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) 2026 recruits for Inspector, Auditor, UDC, JSO, Tax Assistant and 30+ Group B & C posts. Per Testbook, the 2026 cycle has 12,256 vacancies with a two-tier CBT structure — Tier-I (qualifying) and Tier-II (merit). Tier-II now includes Paper-III (Finance & Economics) for AAO posts.

Total Vacancies

14,582

Conducting Body

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Age Limit

18–32 years

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

Important Dates

Application Start
Thursday, 9 April 2026
Last Date to Apply
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Exam Date
Tuesday, 1 September 2026
Age Cut-off Date
Friday, 1 January 2027

Salary & Pay Scale

₹25,500 – ₹2,18,200

Eligibility

Graduation (any discipline)

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How to Apply

  1. Confirm age, qualification and category eligibility against the official PDF.
  2. Register on ssc.gov.in.
  3. Upload photograph and signature using our photo resizer for exact KB specs.
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and save the confirmation page.

Previous Year Papers

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SSC CGL 2026 — Key Facts

FeatureDetails
Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
Vacancies (2026)12,256 (per Testbook notification tracker)
QualificationGraduation; some posts need Maths/Stats/Economics
Age Limit18–32 years (as on 1 August 2026)
Tier-I100 Q · 200 marks · 60 min · 0.50 negative marking
Tier-IIPaper-I (all) · Paper-II (JSO) · Paper-III (AAO)
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Selection Process

  1. Tier-I CBT — 4 sections × 25 Q (200 marks, 60 min); qualifying
  2. Tier-II CBT — Paper-I compulsory; Paper-II for JSO; Paper-III for AAO (Finance & Economics)
  3. Computer Knowledge Test & DEST (qualifying modules in Paper-I Session-II)
  4. Document Verification & Medical Examination

Exam Pattern

  • • Tier-I: 60 minutes total · 0.50 marks deducted per wrong answer
  • • Tier-II merit is based on Paper-I (+ Paper-II/III for specific posts)
  • • Sectional timing: 15 minutes per section in Tier-I
SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550

Syllabus Overview

Reasoning (50 marks)

  • Analogies
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Matrix
  • Venn Diagrams

General Awareness (50 marks)

  • History
  • Geography
  • Polity
  • Economy
  • Science
  • Current Affairs

Quantitative Aptitude (50 marks)

  • Arithmetic
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Trigonometry
  • Data Interpretation

English (50 marks)

  • Comprehension
  • Cloze Test
  • Error Spotting
  • Synonyms/Antonyms
  • Idioms

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Preparation Tips

  • Start with NCERT Maths (Class 6–10) and Lucent GK for Tier-I foundation.
  • Solve previous year papers from 2019 onwards — question style repeats.
  • Practice Tier-III descriptive writing weekly (200-word essay + formal letter).
  • Use our free Tier-I mock test to build speed under 60-minute pressure.

Related Exams

Pattern & syllabus compiled from Testbook and Testbook . Always verify dates and vacancies on the official conducting body website.

Exam Resources

📷 Photo ResizerResize photo & signature to exact form specs🎂 Age CalculatorCheck age eligibility for 2026📚 SyllabusSubject-wise syllabus & exam pattern📄 Previous Year PapersPast papers & practice sets (external sources)📝 Mock TestFree SSC CGL Tier-I timed practice🔔 Latest NotificationApply online, admit card & resultSyllabusOfficial pattern & PDFsAdmit CardHall ticket downloadResultMerit list & scorecard🌐 Official Websitessc.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SSC CGL 2026 notification out?
Yes — the 2026 CGL notification was released on ssc.gov.in with application window in April–May 2026 and Tier-I expected from September 2026.
What is the SSC CGL age limit?
Minimum 18 years and maximum 32 years as on 1 January 2027. OBC gets 3 years, SC/ST gets 5 years, PwD gets 10 years relaxation.
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?
Yes — 0.50 marks deducted per wrong answer in Tier-I and Tier-II CBT papers.
What is the age limit for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026?
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 32 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026?
Visit the authorised website for Staff Selection Commission (https://ssc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Tuesday, 5 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026?
The closing date was Tuesday, 5 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
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