256 Group B & C Posts

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 12,256 Group ‘B’ & Group ‘C’ Posts Total Vacancies: 12,256 Last Date: 22 June 2026 Eligibility: Graduate Brief Notification Overview: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially published the Notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination, 2026. This monumental recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 12,256 Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply through the new official portal (https://ssc.gov.in). The online application link is active from 21st May 2026 and will permanently close at 23:00 Hours on 22nd June 2026. The Tier-I Computer Based Examination is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026. Table of Contents 1. Important Dates & Schedule 2. Vacancy & Pay Level Breakdown 3. Educational & Age Eligibility 4. Application & Correction Fee 5. Exam Pattern (Tier-I & Tier-II) 6. How to Apply (Live Photo Rules) 7. Crucial Direct Links 8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1. Important Dates & Schedule Candidates must adhere strictly to the timelines mentioned below to ensure successful application submission. SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Timeline Important Schedule Dates for submission of online applications: 21-05-2026 to 22-06-2026 Last date and time for receipt of online applications: 22-06-2026 (23:00 hours) Last date and time for making online fee payment: 23-06-2026 (23:00 hours) Window for Application Form Correction: 29-06-2026 to 01-07-2026 Tier-I (Computer Based Exam): Aug-Sept 2026 Tier-II (Computer Based Exam): December 2026 2. Vacancy & Pay Level Breakdown A total of approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies have been announced. These span across Pay Level 4 to Pay Level 8. Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600 to 1,51,100) Assistant Audit Officer (Central/State Cadre) under C&AG. Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) under C&AG. Pay Level 7 (Rs. 44,900 to 1,42,400) Assistant Section Officer (CSS, IB, Railways, MEA, AFHQ, MeitY). Inspector of Income Tax (CBDT). Inspector (Central Excise, Preventive Officer, Examiner) in CBIC. Assistant Enforcement Officer (ED). Sub Inspector (CBI). Pay Level 6 to Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 1,12,400) Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), Sub Inspector (NIA, NCB). Auditor, Accountant (C&AG, CGDA). Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant, Tax Assistant (CBDT, CBIC). Upper Division Clerk (UDC). 3. Educational & Age Eligibility A. Age Limit (Calculated as on 01-08-2026) Age requirements vary strictly depending on the post applied for. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10-15 years). For 18-27 Years Posts: Born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008. For 20-30 Years Posts: Born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2006. For 18-30 Years Posts: Born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2008. For 18-32 Years Posts (JSO): Born between 02-08-1994 and 01-08-2008. B. Educational Qualifications (as on 01-08-2026) All General Posts: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. Final year appearing candidates can apply, provided they acquire the degree on or before 01-08-2026. Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level, OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects. Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Demography, Data Science, etc. Note: Distance Learning degrees are accepted ONLY if approved by the Distance Education Bureau, UGC. 4. Application & Correction Fee Fees must be paid online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Mastercard/RuPay debit cards. Applicant Category Application Fee General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates Rs. 100/- Women Candidates (All Categories), SC, ST, PwBD, ESM NIL (Exempted) Form Correction (1st Time / 2nd Time) Rs. 200/- / Rs. 500/- 5. Exam Pattern (Tier-I & Tier-II) The selection is exclusively based on a two-tier Computer Based Examination (CBE). There is no provision for re-evaluation. Tier-I Examination Subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q), General Awareness (25 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q), English Comprehension (25 Q). Total Marks & Time: 200 Marks. 1 Hour duration (Sectional timer of 15 min per section applies). Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted for every wrong answer. Tier-II Examination Paper-I (Compulsory for all): Includes Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge Test (CKT), and Data Entry Speed Test (DEST). Paper-II (JSO / Statistical Investigator): Statistics (100 Questions, 200 Marks). Paper-III (AAO / AAcO): General Studies in Finance and Economics (100 Questions, 200 Marks). Negative Marking in Tier-II: 1 mark per wrong answer in Section-I, II, III of Paper-I; 0.50 marks in Paper-II and Paper-III. 6. How to Apply (Live Photo Rules) Applications must be submitted electronically through the new SSC portal. Avoid common mistakes to prevent rejection. Generate New OTR: Candidates must generate a fresh One Time Registration (OTR) on the newly launched website: https://ssc.gov.in. Old registrations from ssc.nic.in are no longer valid. Form Completion: Log in and fill the application form under “Latest Notifications” for the CGL Examination 2026. Live Photo Capture: You are strictly required to capture a Live Photo using a webcam or mobile camera. Ensure good lighting, a plain background, and no spectacles/caps. Uploading an old, pre-existing photo file will lead to rejection. Signature Upload: Upload a scanned, clearly visible signature (10-20 KB in JPEG format). Blurred signatures are a major cause of rejection. Fee Payment: Proceed to the payment gateway to deposit the Rs. 100 fee (if not exempted). Final Submit: Verify all details carefully and submit the application before 22nd June 2026. Crucial Direct Links Important Web Links Download Official SSC CGL 2026 Notification Download PDF SSC Official Application Portal Apply Online 8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026? The last date to submit the online application form is 22nd June 2026 (23:00 hours). Q2. Can final year college students apply for SSC CGL? Yes, final year appearing candidates can apply. However, they must possess the final degree on or before the cut-off date of 01st August 2026. Q3. Do I need to upload an old photo or take a live picture? SSC now mandates Live Photo capture. You must use a webcam or mobile app to capture your photo live during the application process. Q4. Are female candidates required