🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026

Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) (SSC)
Advt No: F. No. 3/1/2026-P&P-I

Quick Summary: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites applications for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 for recruitment to various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in different Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India. This is a nationwide opportunity for graduates to secure prestigious central government positions with competitive salaries and career growth.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/03/2026
Apply Last Date	14/04/2026
Exam Date	20/07/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent. Specific posts may require additional qualifications.

Age Limits: 18 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Tier-I (Computer Based Examination)

2Tier-II (Computer Based Examination)

3Tier-III (Descriptive Paper - Pen & Paper Mode)

4Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (where applicable)

5Document Verification

📎 Required Documents

Passport size photograph (recent, white background)
Signature (black ink on white paper)
Matriculation/10th Standard Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
Educational Qualification Certificates (all mark sheets and degree certificate)
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, in prescribed format)
Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates, in prescribed format)
ID Proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter ID)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the Staff Selection Commission's official website (ssc.nic.in). The application process involves one-time registration, followed by logging in and filling out the detailed application form. Applicants are required to upload scanned copies of their recent passport-size photograph and signature as per the specifications mentioned in the official notification. The application fee can be paid online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro RuPay Credit or Debit cards, or offline by generating an SBI Challan. Candidates must carefully review all entered details before the final submission.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for SSC CGL 2026?

The age limit generally ranges from 18 to 32 years, depending on the specific post a candidate applies for. Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM) will be applicable as per Government rules.

Can final year students apply for SSC CGL 2026?

Yes, candidates who are in their final year of Bachelor's degree can apply. However, they must possess the essential qualification on or before the cut-off date specified in the official notification.

What is the examination pattern for SSC CGL Tier-I?

Tier-I is a Computer Based Examination consisting of four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section carries 25 questions for 50 marks, making a total of 100 questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes.

Are there any application fee exemptions?

Yes, women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation are exempted from payment of fee.