🏛️ 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.10/01/2026-CGL (P-I)

Quick Summary: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites online 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 highly sought-after opportunity for graduates seeking central government jobs across India. The selection process involves multiple tiers including Computer Based Examinations, Descriptive Paper, and skill tests.

📅 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. For some specific posts, additional qualifications may be required as per the official notification.

Age Limits: 18 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Tier-I: Computer Based Examination

2Tier-II: Computer Based Examination

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

4Tier-IV: Computer Proficiency Test/Data Entry Skill Test (wherever applicable)/Document Verification

📎 Required Documents

Passport Size Photograph (recent, not more than three months old)
Signature (scanned image)
Matriculation/10th Class Certificate
Intermediate/12th Class Certificate
Graduation Degree/Provisional Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format)
Disability Certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format)
ID Proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter ID)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official SSC website (ssc.nic.in) by navigating to the 'Apply' section and selecting the 'CGL' examination. Detailed instructions for filling the online application form, uploading documents as per specified dimensions, and making online fee payment are provided in the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before applying.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can final year students apply for SSC CGL 2026?

Yes, candidates who are in their final year of graduation can apply, provided they possess the essential qualification on or before the cut-off date for acquiring such qualification, which will be specified in the detailed notification.

Is there negative marking in the SSC CGL examination?

Yes, there is negative marking in both Tier-I and Tier-II examinations. For Tier-I, there is a negative marking of 0.50 for each wrong answer. For Tier-II, negative marking varies per paper; typically 1 mark for each wrong answer in Paper-I, Paper-II and 0.50 in Paper-III.

What are the age relaxations applicable?

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for various categories such as OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), Persons with Disabilities (10 years for UR, 13 for OBC, 15 for SC/ST), and Ex-servicemen, etc. Detailed information on age relaxation will be provided in the official notification.