SSC CGL 2026 – Approx. 12,256 Vacancies | Graduate Level Posts
SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026: Approx. 12,256 Government Vacancies
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) — Ministry of Personnel, Govt. of India
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 for approximately 12,256 vacancies (tentative) across multiple Central Government departments. Posts include Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector (Income Tax/Central Excise), Sub-Inspector, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, and more under Pay Levels 4 to 8. Applications are open at ssc.gov.in from 21 May to 22 June 2026. Tier-I exam is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026.
Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university can apply. Age limit varies from 18 to 30 years (as on 01 August 2026) depending on the post. Application fee is Rs. 100 — Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted. A correction window is available from 29 June to 01 July 2026. Selection involves Tier-I + Tier-II (CBT) followed by Document Verification.
| Recruiting Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Approx. 12,256 (Tentative) |
| Posts | AAO, ASO, Inspector, SI, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, Postal Assistant, etc. |
| Pay Levels | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500) to Level 8 (Rs. 1,51,100) |
| Application Start | |
| Last Date to Apply | (23:00 Hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | (23:00 Hrs) |
| Correction Window | to |
| Tier-I Exam | August-September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Age Cut-off | 01 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 | Nil for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL 2026 — Important Dates and Application Fee
Application: 21 May to 22 June 2026 | Correction: 29 June–01 July | Tier-I: Aug-Sep 2026
The SSC CGL 2026 application window opens on 21 May 2026 and closes on 22 June 2026 (23:00 Hrs). Online fee payment deadline is 23 June 2026. A correction window is available from 29 June to 01 July 2026. The Tier-I Computer Based Exam is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026 and Tier-II for December 2026. Age and qualification cut-off is 01 August 2026.
| Online Application Start | |
| Last Date for Online Application | (23:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | (23:00 Hrs) |
| Correction Window | to (23:00 Hrs) |
| Age Cut-off Date | |
| Education Cut-off Date | |
| Tier-I Exam (Tentative) | August-September 2026 |
| Tier-II Exam (Tentative) | December 2026 |
Applications must be submitted online at ssc.gov.in. Candidates need to register via One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered. Live photograph capture (webcam/mobile) and scanned signature upload are mandatory. Multiple applications from the same candidate will be rejected.
The Commission does not collect state-wise/zone-wise vacancies. Candidates may approach concerned User Departments for zone-wise information. All India Service Liability (AISL) applies — selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India.
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100 |
| Women (all categories) | Nil (Exempted) |
| SC / ST | Nil (Exempted) |
| PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Nil (Exempted) |
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Women candidates of all categories, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are fully exempted. Fee must be paid online by 23 June 2026 (23:00 Hrs). Non-payment leads to application rejection.
SSC CGL 2026 — Vacancy Details and Eligibility
Approx. 12,256 Posts | Pay Level 4–8 | Inspector, AAO, ASO, Auditor, Tax Assistant & More
SSC CGL 2026 offers approximately 12,256 vacancies (tentative) across multiple Central Government departments. Posts span Pay Level 8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) to Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100). Category-wise and post-wise breakup will be updated on the SSC website. All posts require a Bachelor's Degree. Some posts have additional qualification requirements.
Post-wise Details & Pay Levels
| Pay Level | Posts | Age Range |
|---|---|---|
| Level-8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) |
Assistant Audit Officer (Central/State Cadre), Assistant Accounts Officer | 18–30 years |
| Level-7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) |
Assistant Section Officer (CSS/IB/Railways/MEA/AFHQ/MeitY), Assistant, Inspector Income Tax, Inspector Central Excise | 18–30 / 20–30 years |
| Level-6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) |
Inspector (Preventive Officer/Examiner), Assistant Enforcement Officer, Sub Inspector CBI, Inspector Posts, Inspector CBN | 18–30 / 20–30 years |
| Level-5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) |
Auditor (C&AG/CGDA/Other), Accountant (C&AG/CGA/Other) | 18–27 years |
| Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) |
Postal/Sorting Assistant, Senior Secretariat/Assistant, Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC), Sub Inspector CBN | 18–27 years |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 01.08.2026)
| Most Posts | Bachelor's Degree from recognized University |
| AAO (Desirable) | CA / CMA / CS / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / Business Economics |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Bachelor's with 60% in Maths at 12th OR Statistics at Degree level |
| Statistical Investigator | Bachelor's in Stats/Maths/Economics/IT/CS/AI/Data Science |
| State Cadre Posts | Proficiency in Regional/Official language of the State |
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
| 18–27 years | Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, Postal Assistant, Sr. Secretariat Assistant |
| 18–30 years | AAO, ASO (CSS/IB/MeitY), Inspector, AEO, SI CBI/Posts/CBN |
| 20–30 years | ASO (Railways/MEA/AFHQ), SI CBI/NIA |
Age Relaxation
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after military service deduction |
| Central Govt. Employee (3+ yrs) | Up to 40 years |
| Central Govt. Employee (SC/ST, 3+ yrs) | Up to 45 years |
SSC CGL 2026 — Exam Pattern
Tier-I (200 Marks) + Tier-II (450+ Marks) | Computer Based | Negative Marking
SSC CGL 2026 has a two-tier Computer Based Examination structure. Tier-I is qualifying (200 marks, 100 questions, 1 hour). Tier-II has Paper-I (compulsory), Paper-II (Statistics for JSO), and Paper-III (Finance & Economics for AAO). DEST and Computer Knowledge Test are qualifying in nature. Negative marking applies at both tiers.
Tier-I — Computer Based Examination
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 min |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 min |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 min |
| D | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 min |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 1 Hour | |
Tier-II — Computer Based Examination
| Paper | Section/Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Compulsory) |
Session-I: Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning | 60 | 180 | 1 Hour |
| Session-I: English Language + General Awareness | 70 | 210 | 1 Hour | |
| Session-I: Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | 15 Min | |
| Session-II: DEST (Data Entry Speed Test) | Qualifying | Qualifying | 15 Min | |
| Paper-II | Statistics (for JSO/SI Gr. II only) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-III | General Studies — Finance & Economics (for AAO only) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking — Tier-II
| Paper-I (Section I, II, III) | -1 mark per wrong answer |
| Paper-II & Paper-III | -0.50 marks per wrong answer |
DEST Error Tolerance
| UR | Max 20% errors |
| OBC / EWS | Max 25% errors |
| Other Categories | Max 30% errors |
SSC CGL 2026 — Salary and Pay Levels
Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500) to Pay Level 8 (Rs. 1,51,100) | All India Service Liability
SSC CGL posts span 5 pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission. Pay Level 8 (AAO) starts at Rs. 47,600, Level 7 (Inspector/ASO) at Rs. 44,900, Level 6 (Inspector/SI) at Rs. 35,400, Level 5 (Auditor/Accountant) at Rs. 29,200, and Level 4 (Tax Assistant/Postal Assistant) at Rs. 25,500. All posts carry All India Service Liability — candidates may be posted anywhere in India.
Pay Level-wise Salary Details
| Pay Level | Pay Matrix | Key Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level-8 | Rs. 47,600 – 1,51,100 | Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer |
| Level-7 | Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 | Assistant Section Officer, Inspector Income Tax, Inspector Central Excise |
| Level-6 | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 | Inspector (Preventive/Examiner), AEO, SI CBI, Inspector Posts |
| Level-5 | Rs. 29,200 – 92,300 | Auditor, Accountant |
| Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 | Postal Assistant, Sr. Secretariat Assistant, Tax Assistant |
Physical Standards (For Specific Posts)
| Post | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector CBIC/CBN | Height: 157.5 cm, Chest: 81 cm (5 cm exp.), Walk: 1600m/15 min | Height: 152 cm, Weight: 48 kg, Walk: 1 km/20 min |
| SI CBI | Height: 165 cm, Chest: 76 cm (exp.), Vision: 6/6 & 6/9 | Height: 150 cm, Vision: 6/6 & 6/9 |
| SI NIA | Height: 170 cm, Chest: 76 cm (exp.), Vision: 6/6 & 6/9 | Height: 150 cm, Vision: 6/6 & 6/9 |
| BRO Posts | PET: 1 mile run in 10 min. Region-wise height/chest/weight standards. Only male candidates eligible. | |
SSC CGL 2026 — Syllabus and How to Apply
Online at ssc.gov.in | OTR Required | Live Photo Capture | By 22 June 2026
Applications for SSC CGL 2026 must be submitted online only at ssc.gov.in. Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) first. The application requires live photo capture (webcam/mobile) and scanned signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB). Fee payment online by 23 June 2026. Correction window available from 29 June to 01 July 2026.
How to Apply
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit ssc.gov.in |
| 2 | Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not done |
| 3 | Login and fill the CGL 2026 application form |
| 4 | Capture live photograph (webcam/mobile) — no cap, no spectacles, full frontal view |
| 5 | Upload scanned signature (JPEG/JPG, 10-20 KB, 6cm × 2cm) |
| 6 | Select post preferences and exam centre |
| 7 | Pay fee online (Rs. 100 for Gen/OBC/EWS males) by 23 June 2026 |
| 8 | Submit application before 22 June 2026, 23:00 Hrs |
| 9 | Use correction window (29 June – 01 July) if needed |
Documents Required
For Online Application
- Live photograph (webcam/mobile capture)
- Scanned signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof
For Document Verification
- Matriculation certificate (DOB & name proof)
- Degree certificates & mark sheets (all semesters)
- Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format
- PwBD certificate
- Ex-Servicemen certificate & Discharge certificate
- NOC from current employer (if applicable)
- Name change proof (if applicable)
- Two passport-size colour photographs
- Original valid photo ID
SSC CGL 2026 — Selection Process
Tier-I (CBE) → Tier-II (CBE) → FRTA → Document Verification → Physical/Medical → Final Allotment
The selection process involves Tier-I Computer Based Exam (qualifying), Tier-II Computer Based Exam (merit), First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) based on post preferences, Document Verification by User Departments, and Physical/Medical Tests for specific posts. Final selection is based on merit-cum-preferences.
Selection Stages
| Stage | Description | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Online Application & Fee Payment | Mandatory |
| 2 | Tier-I CBE (100 Qs, 200 marks, 1 hour) — category-wise cut-off | Qualifying |
| 3 | Tier-II CBE — Paper-I (compulsory) + Paper-II/III (if applicable) | Marks-based (Merit) |
| 4 | DEST & Computer Knowledge Test (qualifying) | Qualifying |
| 5 | First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) — based on merit & preferences | Allocation |
| 6 | Document Verification (by User Departments) | Qualifying |
| 7 | Physical/Medical Tests (for Inspector, SI, BRO posts) | Qualifying |
| 8 | Final Selection & Allotment | Merit-cum-Preference |
Debarment Periods for Malpractice
| Malpractice | Debarment |
|---|---|
| Taking exam material from hall | 2 Years |
| Misbehaving with functionaries / Mobile phone possession | 3 Years |
| Forged Admit Card/ID | 5 Years |
| Unfair means / Bluetooth / Impersonation | 7 Years |
| Hacking exam servers | 10 Years |
SSC CGL 2026 — Important Links
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| SSC Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| SSC Mobile App | Google Play Store |
| Toll Free Helpline | 1800 309 3063 |
Join Our Job Community
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|---|---|
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Channel |
| Telegram Channel | Join Channel |
| Facebook Page | Follow Page |
| Twitter / X | Follow Updates |
SSC Regional Office Helplines
| SSC-HQ | 1800 309 3063 |
| CR (Prayagraj) | 0532 2460511, 0532 6541021 |
| ER (Kolkata) | 09477461228, 033 22902230 |
| KKR (Bengaluru) | 080 25502520, 09483862020 |
| MPR (Raipur) | 0771 2282507, 0771 2282678 |
| NER (Guwahati) | 09085073593, 09085015252 |
| NR (New Delhi) | 011 24363343 |
| NWR (Chandigarh) | 0172 2749378, 0172 2744366 |
| SR (Chennai) | 09445195946, 044 28251139 |
| WR (Mumbai) | 09869730700, 07738422705 |
SSC CGL 2026 — FAQs
SSC CGL 2026 is the Combined Graduate Level Examination for approx 12,256 vacancies across Central Govt departments. Posts include AAO, ASO, Inspector, Auditor, Tax Assistant, etc. Pay Level 4-8. Apply by 22 June 2026.
Approx 12,256 (tentative). Post-wise and category-wise breakup will be on ssc.gov.in. State-wise vacancies not collected by SSC — approach User Departments.
Bachelor's Degree from recognized University. Age 18-30 years (varies by post) as on 01 Aug 2026. JSO requires 60% in Maths at 12th or Statistics at degree level. Final year students can apply.
Tier-I: 100 Qs, 200 marks, 1 hour (4 sections, 15 min each). Tier-II: Paper-I compulsory (Maths+Reasoning+English+GA+Computer+DEST). Paper-II for JSO, Paper-III for AAO. Negative marking at both tiers.
22 June 2026 (23:00 Hrs). Fee payment: 23 June. Correction window: 29 June to 01 July 2026. Apply at ssc.gov.in. OTR registration required.
Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS males. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM exempted. Online payment only. Non-refundable.
Level-8: Rs 47,600-1,51,100 (AAO). Level-7: Rs 44,900-1,42,400 (Inspector/ASO). Level-6: Rs 35,400-1,12,400. Level-5: Rs 29,200-92,300. Level-4: Rs 25,500-81,100. Plus allowances.
18-27 years for Auditor/Accountant/Tax Assistant. 18-30 for AAO/Inspector/ASO. 20-30 for ASO Railways/MEA/CBI. Relaxations: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwBD +10. As on 01 Aug 2026.
Yes. Tier-I: 0.50 marks per wrong answer. Tier-II Paper-I: 1 mark per wrong answer. Tier-II Paper-II/III: 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
Tier-II: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, Other categories 20%. DEST: Max errors UR 20%, OBC/EWS 25%, Others 30%. Computer Knowledge Test is qualifying.
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