🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026
Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Advt No: F.No.SSC/CGL/2026-V
Quick Summary: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) announces 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 highly sought-after opportunity for graduates to join the central government services. The selection process involves a two-tier Computer Based Examination followed by Document Verification. Approximately 8200 vacancies are expected across various posts with attractive salary scales and career progression opportunities.
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Date | N/A |
| Apply Start Date | 10/02/2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 10/03/2026 |
| Exam Date | 15/06/2026 |
💳 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. For certain posts like Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), specific subject requirements in graduation may apply.
Age Limits: 18 to 32 years.
⚡ Selection Process
1Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (Objective Type)
2Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (Objective Type & Descriptive Paper for specific posts)
3Document Verification (DV)
📎 Required Documents
- Scanned recent color passport size photograph (not more than 3 months old)
- Scanned signature (black ink on white paper)
- Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Educational Qualification Certificates (Graduation Degree/Provisional Certificate)
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable, in prescribed format
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Certificate if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate if applicable
- Any other relevant documents as per specific post requirements
✍️ How to Apply Online
Candidates must apply online through the SSC website (ssc.nic.in). Register once (One-Time Registration) if not already done. Log in to the online system using your Registration Number and Password. Fill in the detailed application form, upload scanned photograph and signature. Pay the application fee online. Review the application and submit it.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the age relaxation criteria for OBC candidates?
Age relaxation of 3 years is applicable for OBC candidates, provided they fall within the non-creamy layer criteria and submit a valid OBC certificate in the prescribed format.
Is there negative marking in the Tier-I examination?
Yes, there is negative marking in Tier-I. For every wrong answer, 0.50 marks will be deducted.