📢 NOTIFICATION EXPECTED: MARCH 2026

SSC CGL 2026 Notification
Exam Date: May–June 2026 | 15,000+ Vacancies

Combined Graduate Level Exam | Source: ssc.gov.in

⏰ Last Updated: 8 March 2026
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✅ Official Source: ssc.gov.in | SSC Calendar 2026-27
📌 Latest Update: SSC CGL 2026 notification is expected in March 2026 on ssc.gov.in. Tier-1 exam will be held in May-June 2026 as per the official SSC Annual Calendar 2026-27. Prepare NOW — notification could drop any day!

⚡ Quick Overview — SSC CGL 2026

📋 SSC CGL 2026 — Posts & Departments

Post NameDepartmentGroupPay Level
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)MEA / MHA / Other MinistriesBLevel-7 (₹44,900)
Inspector (IT / Customs / Excise)CBDT / CBICBLevel-7
Inspector (Central Excise)CBICBLevel-7
Sub-InspectorCBI / NIABLevel-6 (₹35,400)
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)M/o StatisticsBLevel-6
Statistical Investigator Grade-IIRegistrar GeneralBLevel-6
Auditor / AccountantCAG / CGDACLevel-5 (₹29,200)
Tax AssistantCBDT / CBICCLevel-4 (₹25,500)
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)Various DeptsCLevel-4
CompilerRegistrar GeneralCLevel-4

📅 SSC CGL 2026 — Exam Calendar (Official SSC Schedule)

EventExpected Date
Notification ReleaseMarch 2026
Application OpensMarch 2026
Application Last Date~April 2026 (1 month from notification)
Tier-1 CBT ExamMay–June 2026
Tier-2 CBT ExamSeptember–October 2026 (expected)
Final Results2026-27

Note: Dates subject to official notification. Check ssc.gov.in for confirmed dates.

✅ SSC CGL 2026 — Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

PostQualification
Most postsBachelor's Degree from a recognised University (any discipline)
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)Bachelor's Degree + 60% in Mathematics in Class 12 OR Statistics as subject in graduation
Statistical Investigator Grade-IIBachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects
CompilerBachelor's Degree in Commerce / Mathematics / Statistics / Economics

Age Limit (Post-wise)

Age RangePosts Applicable
18–27 yearsCompiler, some UDC/TA posts
18–30 yearsSub-Inspector CBI, some Auditor posts
20–30 yearsSub-Inspector NIA
18–32 yearsASO, Inspector Income Tax, most Group B & C

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
OBC (NCL)+3 years
SC / ST+5 years
PwBD (UR)+10 years
Ex-Servicemen (General)+3 years

📝 SSC CGL 2026 — Exam Pattern

Tier-1 (Computer-Based Test)

SectionQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
Total100200

Duration: 60 minutes | Negative Marking: 0.50 per wrong answer | Mode: Online (CBT)

Tier-2 (Computer-Based Test)

Tier-2 has Paper I (Mandatory for all) and Paper II (for JSO/Statistical posts) and Paper III (for AAO posts). Paper I includes: Quantitative Abilities (30%), English (30%), General Studies — Finance & Economics (20%), Computer Knowledge Test (20%).

💰 SSC CGL 2026 — Salary

Pay LevelBasic PayApprox Gross Salary
Level-7 (ASO / Inspector)₹44,900₹55,000–₹65,000/month
Level-6 (Sub-Inspector / JSO)₹35,400₹44,000–₹52,000/month
Level-5 (Auditor)₹29,200₹36,000–₹44,000/month
Level-4 (Tax Asst / UDC)₹25,500₹32,000–₹39,000/month

📥 How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026

  1. Visit ssc.gov.in when notification is released
  2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on ssc.gov.in / My SSC app
  3. Fill CGL 2026 application form with personal & academic details
  4. Upload photograph and signature as per specifications
  5. Pay fee: ₹100 (online — BHIM UPI / Net Banking / Debit/Credit Card)
  6. Submit and print confirmation page
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❓ SSC CGL 2026 — FAQ

When will SSC CGL 2026 notification release?
As per the official SSC Annual Calendar 2026-27, the SSC CGL 2026 notification is expected to be released in March 2026 at ssc.gov.in.
How many vacancies in SSC CGL 2026?
The exact number will be in the official notification. SSC CGL 2025 had 15,130 vacancies, and 2024 had 17,727. Around 14,000–17,000 vacancies are expected for 2026.
When is SSC CGL Tier-1 exam 2026?
SSC CGL Tier-1 exam is scheduled for May–June 2026 as per the SSC Annual Calendar.
What is the application fee for SSC CGL 2026?
Application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and female candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Is there an interview in SSC CGL?
No. SSC CGL has no interview round. Selection is based on Tier-1 + Tier-2 marks only. Some posts require a Skill Test (DEST/CPT) which is qualifying only.
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