SSC CGL 2026 Notification has been officially released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) vide F. No. HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1 on 21 May 2026. This is one of the most awaited central government job notifications of the year. Through SSC CGL 2026, the Commission will fill approximately 12,256 vacancies across various Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts in different Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Online applications will be accepted from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026 at the official SSC website ssc.gov.in. If you are a graduate looking for a stable Sarkari Naukri in 2026, this is truly a golden opportunity you must not miss.
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SSC CGL 2026 Notification Overview – Apply Online for 12,256 Central Government Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CGL 2026) |
| File No. | HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1 |
| Post Category | Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ Posts |
| Total Vacancies (Tentative) | Approx. 12,256 |
| Application Mode | Online (ssc.gov.in) |
| Job Type | Central Government Job (Direct Recruitment) |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Form Correction Window | 29 June 2026 to 01 July 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Tier-I Exam (CBT) | August – September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II Exam (CBT) | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 August 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM – Exempted) |
| Helpline Number | 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL 2026 is one of the biggest Central Government Recruitment drives for graduate candidates in India. The Commission will fill posts across multiple pay levels — from Pay Level-4 (₹25,500) up to Pay Level-8 (₹47,600) — in prestigious departments like CBDT, CBIC, CBI, NIA, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of External Affairs, Enforcement Directorate, India Post, and many more. This exam is rightly called one of the most sought-after Sarkari Naukri exams in the country.
SSC CGL 2026 Post Details – Complete List of Posts, Pay Level and Age Limit
SSC CGL 2026 notification covers posts across four different pay levels. Below is the complete post-wise detail:
Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) – Group ‘B’ Gazetted Posts
| 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 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) – Group ‘B’ Posts
| 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 & IT (MeitY) | 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 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) – Group ‘B’ Posts
| 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 | Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) | 18–30 years |
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) – Group ‘C’ Posts
| 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 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) – Group ‘C’ Posts
| 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 (UDC) | Central Govt. Offices / Ministries (Non-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 |
Important Note: The Commission finalises post allotment on the basis of merit-cum-preference of candidates. Once a post is allotted, no change is made even if the candidate fails to meet any specific physical, medical, or educational requirement of that particular post. Candidates must read all post-specific requirements carefully before giving their preferences.
SSC CGL 2026 Vacancies – Total Approx. 12,256 Central Govt Job Openings
As per the official SSC CGL 2026 notification, there are approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies to be filled through this recruitment. The exact post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup will be made available on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in > For Candidates > Tentative Vacancy) once the same is finalized by the indenting departments.
| Particular | Details |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | Approx. 12,256 |
| Reservation | SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ESM (Group C only), PwBD as per extant Govt. rules |
| ESM Reservation | Applicable for Group ‘C’ posts only |
| Final Post-wise Vacancy | To be published at ssc.gov.in under Tentative Vacancy section |
Candidates may note that state-wise or zone-wise vacancies are not collected by the Commission. For zone or state specific vacancy information, candidates are advised to approach the concerned User Departments directly.
SSC CGL 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification for All Posts
General Qualification (Applicable for Most Posts):
For the majority of posts under SSC CGL 2026, the minimum educational qualification required is a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent as on 01 August 2026. Candidates who are currently in their final year of graduation can also apply, provided they complete and possess the degree on or before the cut-off date of 01.08.2026.
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University | CA / CMA / CS / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / MBE |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th level OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level | – |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Demography / Computer Science / Data Science / AI or related fields from a recognized University | – |
| All Other Posts | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent | – |
Degrees and diplomas obtained through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode from Universities established by Parliament or State Legislature are recognized for central government employment, provided they were approved by the Distance Education Bureau, UGC, for the relevant period.
SSC CGL 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Age Details as on 01.08.2026
Age for SSC CGL 2026 is calculated as on 01 August 2026. Below is the complete age limit table for all post categories:
| Post Age Range | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
| 18–27 years | 02.08.1999 | 01.08.2008 |
| 20–30 years | 02.08.1996 | 01.08.2006 |
| 18–30 years | 02.08.1996 | 01.08.2008 |
| 18–32 years | 02.08.1994 | 01.08.2008 |
Age Relaxation – Category Wise:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age as on 01.08.2026 |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation (General) | 3 years |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation (SC/ST) | 8 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (3+ years regular service) – Group C posts | Up to 40 years of age |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees SC/ST (3+ years regular service) – Group C posts | Up to 45 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated (not remarried) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated – SC/ST (not remarried) | Up to 40 years of age |
Date of birth as filled in the online application form and as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted by SSC. No subsequent request for change will be considered or granted under any circumstances.
SSC CGL 2026 Application Fee – Who Pays and Who is Exempted
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS and all others (Male) | ₹100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted (No Fee) |
| SC / ST Candidates | Exempted (No Fee) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | Exempted (No Fee) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation | Exempted (No Fee) |
Fee can be paid online only — through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit Cards. The last date for online fee payment is 23 June 2026 (23:00 hours). Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, nor will it be adjusted against any other examination.
SSC CGL 2026 Exam Pattern – Tier-I and Tier-II Computer Based Exam Scheme
The SSC CGL 2026 examination will be conducted in two tiers, both Computer Based (CBT):
Tier-I Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Allowed |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 1 Hour (with sectional timer of 15 minutes per section) 1 Hour 20 Minutes for PwBD candidates eligible for scribe |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | – |
Tier-I questions are Objective Type, Multiple Choice. Questions are set in both English and Hindi, except for English Comprehension. Negative marking of 0.50 marks will be applied for each wrong answer.
Tier-II Exam Pattern (Brief Overview):
Tier-II is also a Computer Based Examination. Paper-I covers Mathematical Abilities and other sections. Marks in Tier-II are used for final merit preparation. Marks scored in Tier-I are used only for shortlisting candidates for Tier-II and are not counted in the final merit. If Tier exams are conducted in multiple shifts, marks will be normalized using the Commission’s approved normalization procedure.
- Tier-I Tentative Schedule: August – September 2026
- Tier-II Tentative Schedule: December 2026
SSC CGL 2026 Important Dates – Complete Schedule at a Glance
| Event | Date / Schedule |
| Notification Upload Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 22 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Window for Application Form Correction | 29 June 2026 to 01 July 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Tier-I (Computer Based Examination) | August – September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II (Computer Based Examination) | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card | To be announced on ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL 2026 Nationality and Citizenship Requirements
To be eligible for SSC CGL 2026, a candidate must be any one of the following:
- A citizen of India
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia), or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India
Candidates belonging to the last two categories must produce a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India. Such candidates may be admitted to the examination provisionally, but the appointment offer will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate is issued.
Please note that only male candidates are eligible for vacancies (if any) reported under the Border Roads Organization (BRO).
How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in
- If you have not yet registered on the new SSC website, complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) first. Note that the OTR generated on the old website (ssc.nic.in) will not work on the new portal.
- Candidates are advised to opt for Aadhaar-based Authentication during OTR for a smoother experience — such applications will not be rejected on grounds of photograph or signature quality issues.
- After OTR, log in and click on the SSC CGL 2026 application link.
- The application form has an in-built live photo capture feature — you do not need to upload a pre-existing photograph. Stand before the camera as prompted, with a plain background and good lighting. Do not wear spectacles or a cap while capturing the photo.
- Upload your scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (10 KB to 20 KB), with image dimensions approximately 6.0 cm (width) × 2.0 cm (height).
- Fill in all personal details — name, date of birth, category, educational qualification — as per your official documents.
- Choose your preferred exam centres (3 centres in order of priority, within the same Region).
- Pay the application fee of ₹100/- (if applicable) through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card.
- Submit the application and note down your Application Number. Take a printout for your records.
Application Correction: If you wish to correct any detail in your submitted application form, a correction window is available from 29 June to 01 July 2026 (23:00 hours). A correction charge of ₹200/- will be levied for the first correction and ₹500/- for the second correction.
For any difficulty in filling the application form, candidates can call the Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 309 3063.
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SSC CGL 2026 Salary – Pay Level and In-Hand Pay Details for All Posts
| Pay Level | Basic Pay Range | Posts Covered |
| Level-8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer |
| Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | Assistant Section Officer (CSS, MEA, Railways, IB, AFHQ, MeitY), Inspector IT/CE/PE, AEO, Sub Inspector CBI/NIA/CBN, Inspector Posts |
| Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | JSO, Statistical Investigator Gr.II, Divisional Accountant, Office Superintendent, Sub Inspector NCB/NIA, Section Head DGFT |
| Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | Auditor, Accountant/Junior Accountant |
| Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Tax Assistant, UDC/SSA, Postal Assistant, Sub Inspector CBN, Senior Admin Assistant |
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other admissible central government benefits as per applicable rules — making the overall CTC quite attractive for any fresh graduate entering a Sarkari Naukri.
SSC CGL 2026 Important Links – Apply Online and Official Notification PDF
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online / OTR Registration | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| SSC Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
FAQs – SSC CGL 2026 Recruitment (Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026)
SSC CGL 2026, or Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026, is a national-level central government recruitment exam conducted by SSC for filling Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Through this notification, approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies are to be filled in prestigious posts such as Inspector of Income Tax, Sub Inspector CBI, Assistant Section Officer, Auditor, Tax Assistant, Postal Assistant, and many more. The exact post-wise and category-wise vacancy details will be updated on the SSC official website once finalized by the indenting departments.
The last date to submit the online application form for SSC CGL 2026 is 22 June 2026 (till 23:00 hours). The last date for online fee payment is 23 June 2026 (till 23:00 hours). Applications opened on 21 May 2026. Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last day to apply, as server traffic may cause login delays or technical issues on the portal. Form correction window is available from 29 June 2026 to 01 July 2026.
For most posts under SSC CGL 2026, the minimum qualification required is a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent, as on 01 August 2026. Final year graduation students can also apply, provided they complete the degree by the cut-off date. Special qualifications apply for posts like Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) — which requires 60% marks in Maths at 12th level or Statistics at degree level — and Statistical Investigator Grade-II, which requires a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related fields.
The age limit for SSC CGL 2026 is calculated as on 01 August 2026. Depending on the post, the age range varies — most Group ‘C’ posts require 18–27 years, while Group ‘B’ posts range from 18–30 or 20–30 years. The Junior Statistical Officer post has an age limit of 18–32 years. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and Ex-Servicemen (3 years after deduction of military service from actual age). Women candidates (widows/divorced/judicially separated) can avail relaxation up to 35–40 years depending on category.
The application fee for SSC CGL 2026 is ₹100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Women candidates of all categories are fully exempted from paying any fee. SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation are also exempted. Fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Mastercard/RuPay Debit Cards. Last date for fee payment is 23 June 2026. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
SSC CGL 2026 exam is conducted in two tiers — both are Computer Based Tests (CBT). Tier-I consists of 100 objective-type MCQ questions carrying 200 marks, covering four subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions, 50 marks), General Awareness (25 questions, 50 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions, 50 marks), and English Comprehension (25 questions, 50 marks). The time allowed is 1 hour with a sectional timer of 15 minutes per subject. Negative marking of 0.50 marks per wrong answer applies. Tier-II is also a CBT and includes Paper-I covering Mathematical Abilities and other sections. Tier-I is tentatively scheduled for August–September 2026, and Tier-II for December 2026.
The salary for SSC CGL 2026 posts depends on the pay level of the post. At the highest level, Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer (Pay Level-8) carry a basic pay range of ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 per month. Group ‘B’ posts like ASO and Inspector-level posts at Pay Level-7 offer ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400. Group ‘C’ lower-level posts start from ₹25,500 per month at Pay Level-4. On top of the basic pay, all selected candidates receive DA, HRA, TA, and other government allowances as per applicable central government rules, making SSC CGL one of the most financially rewarding graduate-level Sarkari Naukri exams in India.
To apply for SSC CGL 2026, candidates must visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done on the new portal. Note that OTR from the old SSC website will not be valid. After OTR, log in and proceed to fill the SSC CGL 2026 application form. The portal has an in-built live camera feature to capture your photograph — you do not need to upload a pre-existing photo. Upload your signature (10–20 KB, JPEG format). Select your preferred exam centres (3 centres within one Region). Pay the fee of ₹100/- online if applicable and submit the form before 22 June 2026. Applications can also be submitted through the mSSC mobile app available on Google Play Store.