The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026, announcing 12,256 tentative vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries. With the online application process officially closed as of June 22, 2026, candidates must now shift their focus entirely to exam preparation. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Computer-Based Examination is officially scheduled to be conducted in August and September 2026. In this comprehensive guide, we have broken down the latest SSC CGL 2026 exam pattern, detailed syllabus, tier-wise selection process, and everything you need to know to ace the upcoming Tier 1 exam. Bookmark this page for the latest updates on admit card releases and exact shift timings!
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Upcoming
National Yearly
SSC CGL 2026: Tier 1 Exam Dates, Syllabus, Pattern & 12,256 Vacancies
Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination
✅ Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
🎓 Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university 📅 Age: 18 - 32 Years 📍 All India 👥 12,256 (Tentative) Posts 💳 Fee: Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS | Free for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM
Exam Overview
Exam Name
SSC CGL
Full Name
Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination
Conducting Body
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Yearly
Total Posts
12,256 (Tentative)
Salary/Pay Scale
Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 1,51,100 Per Month
Eligibility
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Age Limit
18 - 32 Years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India
Status
Upcoming
Important Dates
📢 Notification Date21 May 2026
🟢 Application Start21 May 2026
🔴 Last Date to Apply22 June 2026
📝 Exam DateTier-I: August – September 2026 | Tier-II: December 2026
📑 Admit CardJuly 2026 (Expected
🔴 Deadline has passed for this exam.
Download Official Documents
Full Notification Details
Vacancy Details
Total Posts
12,256 (Tentative)
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pay Level 4 to Pay Level 8 (7th CPC) |
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Age Limit
18 - 32 Years
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Location
All India
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
Application Fee
Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS | Free for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM
Exam Pattern
| Tier I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 Qs | 50 Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | General Awareness | 25 Qs | 50 Marks |
| Tier I | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 Qs | 50 Marks |
| Tier I | English Comprehension | 25 Qs | 50 Marks |
Selection Process
- Tier I — Preliminary Exam (CBT) (Qualifying)
- Tier II — Mains Exam (CBT) (Final Merit)
- Document Verification
How to Apply Online
- Visit official website ssc.gov.in
- Login using One Time Registration (OTR) details
- Select 'Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026'
- Fill details and upload live photograph and signature
- Pay fee and submit application
Documents Required
- 📄 Graduation Degree / Marksheet
- 📄 Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
- 📄 Category Certificate (if applicable)