
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is all set to release the SSC CGL Notification 2026 soon on its official website, ssc.gov.in. Candidates aspiring for central government Group B and C posts should keep an eye on the portal for the official notification, which will provide complete details regarding exam dates, eligibility, application deadlines, exam pattern, and syllabus.
SSC CGL, or Combined Graduate Level Examination, is a national-level recruitment exam conducted annually by the Staff Selection Commission to hire candidates for multiple central government posts. Some of the popular posts include:
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Research Assistant in National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
Income Tax Inspector
Other Group B and C posts
Clearing the SSC CGL exam can open the door to a secure and prestigious government career.
Exam Name: SSC CGL 2026
Full Form: Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level
Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test)
Exam Type: National Level
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Age Limit: 18–32 years (varies as per category)
Selection Process:
Tier 1 (Qualifying)
Tier 2
Official Website: ssc.gov.in
As per the SSC calendar, the notification for 2026 was initially expected in March 2026, with the application process to continue until April 2026. However, the release has been slightly delayed and is now expected shortly. Candidates should regularly check the official SSC website for live updates.
Once the official notification is out, candidates can follow these steps to apply:
Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
Register/Login: Create a new account or log in if already registered.
Fill Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
Upload Documents: Submit scanned copies of required documents like photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
Pay Application Fee: Use online payment methods as instructed in the notification.
Submit Form: Review and submit the application before the deadline.
SSC CGL is conducted in two tiers:
Tier 1: Screening/qualifying exam (objective multiple-choice questions)
Tier 2: Main exam (objective MCQs and descriptive sections for some posts)
Candidates who clear both tiers are shortlisted for the respective posts based on merit and vacancies.
Focus on quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English comprehension, and general awareness for Tier 1.
For Tier 2, practice higher-level quantitative and analytical questions along with data interpretation and finance/accounting for specific posts.
Solve previous years’ SSC CGL papers and take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
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