SSC CGL 2026 — Complete Guide
🔔 SSC CGL 2026 — Latest Update (May 2026)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is expected to release the official SSC CGL 2026 notification by April–May 2026. Tier-I exam is anticipated between September and October 2026.
Key Change: Tier-I remains qualifying only. Final merit is based entirely on Tier-II marks. Always verify at ssc.gov.in.
What is SSC CGL 2026?
The Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) 2026 is one of India's most competitive government recruitment exams. It selects candidates for Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries, departments, and organizations. Every year, lakhs of graduates compete for approximately 17,000–20,000+ vacancies across coveted posts like Inspector of Income Tax, Assistant Section Officer, Sub-Inspector CBI, Junior Statistical Officer, and many more.
SSC CGL 2026 follows a two-tier examination process: Tier-I (qualifying) and Tier-II (merit-determining). The final selection ranking is based entirely on Tier-II performance, making it the most critical stage of preparation.
SSC CGL 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification, Age & Other Requirements
- Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (as per SSC notification).
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university in any discipline. (For JSO: Graduation with 60% in Maths at 12th level OR Statistics as a subject at degree level. For AAO: Degree preferred with CA/CS/MBA/Cost & Management Accountant.)
- Age Limit: 18–27 years (most posts), 18–30 years (AAO/ASO), 18–32 years (JSO). Age relaxations as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Ex-Servicemen.
- Physical Requirements: For Inspector/Sub-Inspector posts, candidates must fulfill prescribed physical and medical standards.
- Number of Attempts: No attempt limit; candidate must satisfy the age limit at the time of each application.
| Post Type | Essential Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) / Assistant Accounts Officer | Bachelor's Degree; preferred — CA/CS/MBA/Cost & Management Accountant | 18–30 years |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor's Degree with 60%+ in Maths at 12th level OR Statistics at degree level | 18–32 years |
| Inspector (IT, Central Excise, Customs, Posts, Narcotics) | Bachelor's Degree from recognized university | 18–27/30 years (post-wise) |
| ASO, Tax Assistant, UDC/SSA, Accountant, Auditor | Bachelor's Degree from recognized university | 18–27 years |
Age Relaxation Table
SC/ST: +5 years | OBC (NCL): +3 years | PwD (UR): +10 years | PwD (OBC): +13 years | PwD (SC/ST): +15 years | Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
Eligibility Cut-off Date: All conditions must be fulfilled as on the closing date of the application form. Verify exact dates at ssc.gov.in.
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SSC CGL 2026 Exam Pattern — Overview
| Tier | Mode | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | CBT (Online) | GI&R + GA + QA + English | 100 | 200 | 60 min | Qualifying |
| Tier-II (Paper-I) | CBT (Online) | Math + Reasoning + English + GA + Computer + DEST | 150+ | 450+ | 2 hrs 30 min | Merit Determining |
| Tier-II (Paper-II) | CBT (Online) | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours | JSO posts only |
⚡ Most Important Point
Tier-I marks are NOT counted in final merit. Tier-I is only for shortlisting candidates for Tier-II. Your final rank and post allocation is based entirely on Tier-II performance. So while you must clear Tier-I cut off, your real exam is Tier-II.
Tier-I Exam Pattern & Syllabus (Qualifying)
Tier-I Structure — 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 60 Minutes
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | Graduation Level |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | Graduation Level |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 10th Standard Level |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | Graduation Level |
| Total | 100 | 200 | — |
Tier-I Key Rules
Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) | Type: MCQ (4 options) | Language: English & Hindi (except English Comprehension) | Negative Marking: -0.50 per wrong answer | Scribe eligible: 80 minutes total time
Tier-I Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus
1. Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions | 50 Marks | 10th Level)
| Topic | Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Number Systems | Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, Relationships between numbers, LCM, HCF |
| Fundamental Arithmetic | Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Pipes & Cisterns |
| Algebra | Basic algebraic identities, Elementary surds, Graphs of Linear Equations |
| Geometry | Triangles (all types & centres), Congruence & similarity, Circle — chords, tangents, common tangents |
| Mensuration | Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, Hemisphere, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Pyramid |
| Trigonometry | Trigonometric ratios, Degree & Radian Measures, Standard Identities, Heights & Distances |
| Statistics & DI | Histogram, Frequency Polygon, Bar Diagram, Pie Chart, Measures of Central Tendency |
2. General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions | 50 Marks)
| Topic | Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Analogies | Semantic, Symbolic/Number, Figural Analogy |
| Classification | Semantic, Symbolic/Number, Figural Classification |
| Series | Semantic, Number, Figural Series |
| Coding-Decoding | Numerical/Symbolic Operations, Letter/Number coding, Classification |
| Spatial Reasoning | Space Orientation, Space Visualization, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Figural Pattern completion |
| Logical Reasoning | Venn Diagrams, Drawing inferences, Statement-conclusion, Syllogistic Reasoning, Critical Thinking |
| Miscellaneous | Problem Solving, Word Building, Indexing, Address & Date matching, Embedded Figures, Emotional & Social Intelligence |
3. English Comprehension (25 Questions | 50 Marks)
| Skill Area | Topics |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | Passages, inference-based questions, main idea identification |
| Grammar & Usage | Sentence structure, correct English usage, error spotting, fill in the blanks |
| Vocabulary | Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution, Spellings |
| Writing Skills | Sentence improvement, active/passive voice, direct/indirect narration |
4. General Awareness (25 Questions | 50 Marks)
| Subject Area | Coverage |
|---|---|
| India & Neighbours | History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research |
| Current Events | Recent national & international developments, awards, sports, schemes |
| Environment & Science | Environmental awareness, scientific aspects of daily observations |
| Static GK | Important dates, books & authors, organizations, capitals & currencies |
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Tier-II Exam Pattern & Syllabus (Merit Determining)
Tier-II Paper-I — Structure (Compulsory for All)
| Session | Section | Module | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session-I (2 hrs 15 min) | Section-I | Module-I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 hour |
| Module-II | Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | |||
| Section-II | Module-I | English Language & Comprehension | 45 | 135 | 1 hour | |
| Module-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | |||
| Section-III | Module-I | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | 15 min | |
| Session-II (15 min) | Section-III | Module-II | Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) | 1 Task | Qualifying | 15 min |
| Total (Counted in Merit) | 150 | 450 | ~2.5 hrs | |||
Tier-II Paper-II (For JSO Posts Only)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time | For Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-II | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), Statistical Investigator Grade-II |
SSC CGL 2026 — Detailed Tier-II Syllabus
Mathematical Abilities — Module-I (30 Questions | 90 Marks)
| Topic | Subtopics (Matriculation Level) |
|---|---|
| Number Systems | Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, Relationships, LCM, HCF |
| Fundamental Arithmetic | Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work |
| Algebra | Basic algebraic identities, Elementary surds, Graphs of Linear Equations |
| Geometry | Triangles, Congruence & Similarity, Circle — chords, tangents, common tangents |
| Mensuration | All 2D & 3D shapes — Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Polygons, Circle, Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, Hemisphere, Parallelepiped, Pyramid |
| Trigonometry | Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Heights & Distances, Standard Identities (sin²θ + cos²θ = 1 etc.) |
| Statistics & Probability | Histogram, Frequency Polygon, Bar Diagram, Pie Chart; Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation; Simple Probability |
Reasoning & General Intelligence — Module-II (30 Questions | 90 Marks)
| Category | Topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal & Non-Verbal | Semantic Analogy, Symbolic Operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation |
| Classification & Series | Semantic, Symbolic/Number Classification; Drawing Inferences, Figural Classification; Number Series, Figural Series |
| Problem Solving | Problem Solving, Word Building, Coding-Decoding, Numerical Operations, Embedded Figures, Critical Thinking |
| Advanced Topics | Venn Diagrams, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Figural Pattern completion, Emotional & Social Intelligence |
English Language & Comprehension — Module-I (45 Questions | 135 Marks)
| Skill Area | Topics (10+2 Level) |
|---|---|
| Vocabulary | Synonyms, Antonyms, correct usage, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution, Spelling/Detecting misspelt words |
| Grammar | Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Narration |
| Sentence Structure | Grammar & sentence structure, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage |
| Comprehension | Cloze Passage, Reading Comprehension (book/story based & current affairs/editorial based), Précis writing |
General Awareness — Module-II (25 Questions | 75 Marks)
Coverage: Environment awareness, current events (national & international), India and neighbouring countries — History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research, Awards, Sports, Important Schemes 2026.
Computer Knowledge Test — Module-I Section-III (20 Questions | 60 Marks | Qualifying)
| Topic | Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Computer Basics | Computer Organization, CPU, Input/Output devices, Memory organization, Backup devices, PORTs, Windows Explorer, Keyboard shortcuts |
| Software | Windows OS basics, MS Office — MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint |
| Internet & Email | Web browsing & searching, Downloading & Uploading, Email account management, e-Banking |
| Networking & Security | Networking devices & protocols, Security threats (hacking, virus, worms, Trojan), Preventive measures |
Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) — Qualifying
DEST Requirements
Duration: 15 minutes | Passage: ~2000 key depressions | Nature: Mandatory but qualifying for all posts | Note: Higher standards apply for posts requiring advanced computer proficiency. Not counted in merit, but mandatory to clear.
Paper-II — Statistics (For JSO Posts | 100 Questions | 200 Marks)
| Topic | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Collection & Representation | Collection, Classification, Tabulation of Statistical Data; Graphical Presentation — Bar, Pie, Histogram, Ogive, Frequency Polygon |
| Measures of Central Tendency | Mean, Median, Mode — Computation and properties |
| Measures of Dispersion | Range, Quartile Deviation, Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Variance, Coefficient of Variation |
| Moments, Skewness & Kurtosis | Different types of moments, Skewness and Kurtosis |
| Correlation & Regression | Scatter Diagram, Pearson's Correlation, Spearman's Rank Correlation, Lines of Regression |
| Probability Theory | Probability, Conditional Probability, Bayes' Theorem, Random Variable, Distributions — Binomial, Poisson, Normal |
| Sampling Theory | Concept of population & sample, Random sampling, Estimation, Testing of Hypothesis, Chi-square test |
| Index Numbers | Price Index, Quantity Index, Value Index, Consumer Price Index, WPI, Base shifting, Splicing |
| Time Series | Components, Methods of measurement of Trend — Moving Average, Least Squares |
SSC CGL 2026 — Marking Scheme & Negative Marking
| Exam Tier | Paper / Section | Marks per Correct Answer | Negative Marking | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | All Sections (GI&R + GA + QA + English) | +2 | -0.50 | Qualifying |
| Tier-II | Paper-I — Section-I, Section-II & Module-I of Section-III | +3 | -1.00 | Merit Determining |
| Paper-II — Statistics (for JSO posts) | +2 | -0.50 | Merit (JSO posts) | |
| Tier-II | DEST (Data Entry Speed Test) | Qualifying | No penalty | Qualifying only |
⚠️ Negative Marking Warning
Tier-II has -1 mark for every wrong answer (not -0.50 like Tier-I). This is more aggressive. Never attempt a question you're less than 60% confident about. Skipping is better than guessing in Tier-II.
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SSC CGL Tier-2 Cut Off 2025-26 — Post-wise & Category-wise
About SSC CGL Cut Off 2025-26
SSC has released official post-wise, category-wise cut-off marks at ssc.gov.in. The final merit list is based entirely on Tier-II marks. The higher the cut off for a post, the more competitive it is.
Below are the actual SSC-released figures — not estimates. Use these to target your desired post and set your preparation benchmark.
396Highest Cut Off (JSO — UR)
277Lowest Cut Off (Tax Asst — ST)
54Section-I Min Cut Off (UR)
63Section-II Min Cut Off (UR)
Post-wise Cut Off Marks — Tier-II (2025-26)
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | 396 | 389 | 391.5 | 373.5 | 356.5 |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | 385 | 372.5 | 372.5 | 367 | 346.5 |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO) | 362 | 342 | — | 336 | 326 |
| Inspector (Central Bureau of Narcotics) | 361 | 355 | 355 | 333 | — |
| ASO (Ministry of Electronics & IT — MeitY) | 360 | — | — | — | 339 |
| Assistant Section Officer (Railways) | 350 | 346 | 349 | 335 | 325 |
| Assistant (Ministry of Tourism) | 347 | — | — | — | — |
| ASO (National Informatics Centre) | 345 | — | 347 | — | — |
| ASO (Section Officer — CAT) | — | — | 343 | — | — |
| Inspector of Income Tax | 342 | 335 | 338 | 322 | 313 |
| ASO (Ministry of External Affairs — MEA) | 348 | 344 | 345 | 328 | 329 |
| ASO (Election Commission of India) | — | 346 | 349 | — | — |
| Assistant Section Officer (EPFO) | 338 | 331 | 337 | 318 | 312 |
| ASO (Narcotics Control Bureau) | 336 | 330 | — | 317 | 314 |
| ASO (Intelligence Bureau) | 332 | 330 | 332 | 315 | 306 |
| Assistant (Official Language) | 331 | 331 | — | — | — |
| ASO (Central Secretariat Service — CSS) | 331 | 324 | 327 | 311 | 299 |
| Sub Inspector (CBI) | 330 | 329 | 334 | 311 | 306 |
| Inspector (Ministry of Textiles) | 329 | — | — | — | — |
| ASO (Armed Forces HQ — AFHQ) | 328 | 323 | 326 | 310 | 299 |
| Sub Inspector (NIA) | 328 | 322 | 328 | 306 | 294 |
| Inspector of Posts | 332 | 329 | 331 | 314 | 306 |
| Assistant (Dept. of Commerce) | 325 | — | — | — | — |
| Inspector (Examiner — Customs) | 325 | 328 | 323 | 309 | 299 |
| Assistant (Indian Coast Guard) | 325 | 321 | 325 | 309 | 301 |
| Sub-Inspector/JIO (NCB) | 324 | 324 | 322 | 306 | 295 |
| Sub Inspector (Narcotics) | 322 | 322 | — | 314 | — |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer — Customs) | 321 | 319 | 319 | 303 | 293 |
| Inspector (Central Excise) | 320 | 317 | 316 | 305 | 292 |
| Assistant (Ministry of Mines) | 319 | 317 | 314 | 304 | 288 |
| UDC/SSA (MeitY) | 319 | 312 | 312 | 300 | 288 |
| Section Head (DGFT) | 323 | 318 | 318 | 300 | 290 |
| Assistant (TRAI) | 326 | — | — | 310 | — |
| Assistant (Enforcement Directorate) | — | 329 | — | — | — |
| Assistant (Ministry of Statistics) | — | 323 | — | — | — |
| Assistant (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) | — | — | — | 306 | — |
| Assistant (Forensic Science) | * | 327 | 324 | — | — |
| Office Superintendent (CBDT) | 317 | 312 | 313 | 297 | 284 |
| Executive Assistant (CBIC) | 317 | 315 | 314 | 297 | 288 |
| Accountant (CGCA) | 314 | 311 | 312 | 295 | 283 |
| Accountant (C&AG) | 316 | 311 | 313 | 297 | 283 |
| Accountant (Dept. of Posts) | 312 | 311 | 312 | 295 | 282 |
| UDC/SSA (Narcotics Bureau) | 313 | 311 | 312 | 297 | — |
| Auditor (CGDA) | 312 | 310 | 311 | 294 | 281 |
| UDC/SSA (Ministry of Textiles) | 309 | 316 | 311 | — | 288 |
| UDC/SSA (MSME) | 311 | 309 | 310 | 294 | 280 |
| UDC/SSA (BRO) | 309 | — | 308 | 293 | — |
| UDC/SSA (Agriculture) | 309 | — | 309 | — | — |
| UDC/SSA (Science & Tech) | 309 | 309 | 309 | 294 | 279 |
| UDC/SSA (DGDE) | 309 | 309 | 309 | 294 | 278 |
| UDC/SSA (Water Resources) | 309 | — | — | — | — |
| UDC/SSA (Health Services) | 310 | — | — | — | — |
| UDC (Consumer Affairs) | 310 | — | — | 295 | — |
| UDC (NCB) | — | — | — | 297 | — |
| Tax Assistant (CBDT) | 309 | 308 | 309 | 294 | 278 |
| Tax Assistant (CBIC) | 309 | 308 | 308 | 293 | 277 |
Section-wise Cut Off — Tier-II (All Categories)
| Category | Section-I Cut Off | Section-II Cut Off |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 54 | 63 |
| OBC | 45 | 52.50 |
| EWS | 45 | 52.50 |
| SC | 36 | 42 |
| ST | 36 | 42 |
| ESM (Ex-Servicemen) | 36 | 42 |
| OH (Orthopaedically Handicapped) | 36 | 42 |
| HH (Hearing Handicapped) | 36 | 42 |
| VH (Visually Handicapped) | 36 | 42 |
| PwD (Other) | 36 | 42 |
Tier-I Cut Off — Category-wise (Corrected Official Data)
| Category | Original (FOR) | Corrected (READ AS) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut-off Marks | Candidates | Actual Cut-off | Actual Candidates | |
| SC | 114.97063 | 25338 | 115.02843 | 25229 |
| ST | 106.36936 | 11729 | 106.38576 | 11722 |
| OBC | 130.36617 | 43260 | 130.36617 | 43260 |
| EWS | 127.41630 | 20268 | 127.41630 | 20268 |
| UR | 136.83159 | 20035* | 136.40215 | 20723* |
| ESM | 92.80460 | 3511 | 92.82040 | 3509 |
| OH | 100.87394 | 1667 | 100.87394 | 1667 |
| HH | 68.79973 | 1550$ | 68.79973 | 1550$ |
| VH | 72.00006 | 1615# | 72.05369 | 1612# |
| Other-PWD | 41.70541 | 1445^ | 40.17527 | 1487^ |
| Total | — | 130,418 | — | 131,027** |
Note on Tier-1 Cut Off Data
**Total includes 29 withheld candidates not in original count. The "READ AS" column reflects accurate cut-off marks as published by SSC. Always verify at the official ssc.gov.in.
* UR includes candidates with higher cut-off | $ HH figures as per revised merit list | # VH and ^ Other-PWD updated post re-verification.
Cut Off Analysis — Post Category Breakdown
🔴 Very High Competition (UR 385–396): JSO, Statistical Investigator Grade-II — requires exceptional Maths/Statistics skills.
🟠 High Competition (UR 355–380): AEO, Inspector CBN, ASO MeitY — premium Group B non-gazetted posts.
🟡 Moderate Competition (UR 325–354): Inspector IT, ASO Railways/MEA/NIC, Inspector Posts, Sub-Inspector CBI.
🟢 Entry Level (UR 309–324): Tax Assistant (CBIC/CBDT), UDC/SSA, Auditor, Accountant — achievable with consistent preparation.
SSC CGL 2026 — Preparation Strategy & Study Plan
🚀 Winning Strategy for SSC CGL 2026
- Start with NCERT: Cover Class 6–12 Maths and Class 6–10 Science for GA. Build strong foundations.
- English Daily Habit: Read The Hindu or Indian Express daily. Build vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension speed.
- Reasoning Practice: 50+ questions daily — mix verbal and non-verbal. Time yourself strictly.
- Current Affairs: Follow monthly current affairs PDFs. Focus on schemes, awards, sports, appointments.
- Mock Tests: Start full-length mocks 3 months before exam. Attempt at least 2 per week. Analyze mistakes deeply.
- Previous Papers: Solve last 10 years SSC CGL Tier-I and Tier-II question papers. Spot patterns.
- Tier-II Priority: Give 70% preparation time to Tier-II — it's what determines your selection and post.
- Target a Specific Post: Know your target cut off. If you want Inspector IT (UR: 342), plan your score accordingly.
Subject-wise Time Allocation (Suggested)
| Subject | Daily Time | Priority | Key Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities (Tier-II) | 60–90 min | Very High | Profit/Loss, Geometry, Trigonometry, DI, Mensuration |
| English Language (Tier-II) | 45–60 min | Very High | Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Vocabulary, Cloze |
| Reasoning & GI (Both Tiers) | 45–60 min | High | Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams, Syllogism |
| General Awareness | 30–45 min | Medium | Current Affairs (last 6 months), Static GK, Science |
| Computer Knowledge | 15–20 min | Low | MS Office, Internet, Networking basics (qualifying only) |
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SSC CGL 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Answers to the most searched questions about SSC CGL 2026 exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility, cut off, dates and preparation strategy.
SSC CGL 2026 follows a two-tier process:
- Tier-I (Qualifying): 100 MCQ questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes. Covers GI&R, GA, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension (25 each). -0.50 negative marking.
- Tier-II (Merit-Determining): Paper-I covers Mathematical Abilities (30Q/90M), Reasoning (30Q/90M), English (45Q/135M), GA (25Q/75M), Computer Knowledge (20Q/60M — qualifying), DEST (qualifying). -1 mark per wrong answer in Paper-I.
- Paper-II (Statistics): Only for JSO posts. 100 questions, 200 marks.
- Highest: JSO — UR: 396, OBC: 389, EWS: 391.5
- Statistical Investigator: UR: 385, OBC: 372.5
- AEO / Inspector CBN: UR: 361–362
- Inspector IT / ASO Railways: UR: 342–350
- Tax Assistant / UDC: UR: 309–320
- Section-wise (UR): Section-I min 54, Section-II min 63
No. Tier-I is only qualifying. You must clear the Tier-I category-wise cut off to appear for Tier-II, but Tier-I marks are completely excluded from the final merit list. Your final ranking and post allocation are based 100% on Tier-II marks. This means even if you score very high in Tier-I, what matters is your Tier-II performance.
- Education: Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university
- Age (Most Posts): 18–27 years
- Age (AAO/ASO Posts): 18–30 years
- Age (JSO): 18–32 years
- Relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs (UR)
- No attempt limit as long as age criteria is met
- Official Notification: April–May 2026 (expected)
- Application Window: ~30 days after notification
- Tier-I Exam: September–October 2026 (expected)
- Tier-II Exam: December 2026–January 2027 (expected)
- Always verify exact dates at ssc.gov.in
- Tier-I: -0.50 marks per wrong answer
- Tier-II Paper-I: -1.00 mark per wrong answer (Higher! Be careful.)
- Tier-II Paper-II (Statistics for JSO): -0.50 marks
- DEST: No negative marking — qualifying only
- Unanswered: 0 marks, no penalty
SSC CGL typically announces 17,000 to 20,000+ vacancies annually across Group B and Group C posts in central government departments and ministries. The official vacancy list will be published with the 2026 notification at ssc.gov.in. Past years have seen fluctuations based on departmental requirements.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST: Exempted (₹0)
- PwD (Persons with Disability): Exempted (₹0)
- Ex-Servicemen: Exempted (₹0)
- Female candidates: Exempted (₹0)
- Fee confirmed in official notification. Mode: online (net banking, UPI, debit/credit card)
- Most Preferred: Inspector of Income Tax, Assistant Section Officer (CSS/Railways/MEA), Sub-Inspector CBI, Assistant Enforcement Officer
- Best Pay + Growth: JSO (Junior Statistical Officer) — high cut off but excellent career growth
- For Commerce Students: AAO (Assistant Audit Officer) — Gazetted Group B status
- Good Work-Life Balance: Tax Assistant, UDC — regular hours, government stability
- Final post depends on your merit rank, category, and preference order filled during document verification
- Month 1–2: Cover NCERT (Maths 6–12, Science 6–10), start vocabulary building, basic Reasoning
- Month 3–4: Focus on Quantitative Aptitude shortcuts, grammar rules, Current Affairs monthly
- Month 5–6: Full-length mock tests (2 per week), previous year papers (last 10 years), deep error analysis
- Month 7 (Tier-I): Revision only, daily mocks, CA updates, speed & accuracy improvement
- Post Tier-I: Shift 80% focus to Tier-II. Mathematics & English are your biggest scoring opportunities.
SSC CGL 2026 age limit varies by category:
- General / EWS: 18–27 years (most posts), 18–30 years (AAO/ASO), 18–32 years (JSO)
- OBC: 3 years relaxation — effectively up to 30 / 33 / 35 years
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation — effectively up to 32 / 35 / 37 years
- PwD (General): 10 years relaxation
- Age count date: Will be the closing date of the online application as per SSC CGL 2026 notification
SSC CGL 2026 salary and pay levels by post:
- Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer: Pay Level 8 — ₹47,600–₹1,51,100 + Grade Pay ₹4,800
- Assistant Enforcement Officer / Inspector (Central Excise / IT / Posts): Pay Level 7 — ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Pay Level 6 — ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Assistant Section Officer (MEA / CSS / Railways): Pay Level 6 — ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Auditor / Accountant: Pay Level 5 — ₹29,200–₹92,300
- Tax Assistant / UDC: Pay Level 4 — ₹25,500–₹81,100
- All posts include Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Transport Allowance + other central government benefits
SSC CGL 2026 notification aur application form ke baare mein:
- SSC CGL 2026 notification: April–May 2026 mein expected
- SSC CGL 2026 ka form kab aayega: Notification ke saath hi online form available hoga
- Application start date: Notification release date ke saath
- Last date to apply: Notification ke ~30 din baad
- SSC CGL 2026 ka exam kab hoga: Tier-I September–October 2026, Tier-II December 2026–January 2027
- Official updates ke liye ssc.gov.in check karte rahe
- Conducted by: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) — a Government of India body
- SSC CGL 2026 vendor: The exam vendor for computer-based test (TCS iON or Eduquity) will be announced in the official notification
- Previous SSC CGL exams have been conducted by TCS iON
- The exam is held in multiple shifts across centres in all states of India
- Official site: ssc.gov.in
- SSC CGL 2026 expected total vacancy: 17,000 to 20,000+ posts
- Post wise vacancy: Spread across Group B Gazetted, Group B Non-Gazetted, and Group C posts
- Highest competition: JSO, AEO, Inspector posts (cut off 360–396 in 2025-26)
- Most vacancies: UDC, Tax Assistant, Auditor, Accountant category
- SSC CGL 2026 vacancy update: Final post-wise vacancy confirmed after notification — check ssc.gov.in
- SSC CGL 2025-26 had 14,582 posts; 2026 cycle expected to be higher