Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites online applications for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 to fill 12,256 vacancies for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in different Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 21 May 2026
• Application End Date: 22 June 2026
• Correction Form Re-Open Date: 29 June 2026 (Candidates who have already applied can modify their applications during this period. Refer to the official notification for specific details.)
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: [To be announced]
• Tier-I Examination Date: [To be announced]

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 12,256 Posts
• Post Name: Various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts (e.g., Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer, Junior Statistical Officer, Inspector, Sub-Inspector, Auditor, Accountant, Upper Division Clerk, etc.)

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent. Specific post-wise educational qualifications may vary and will be detailed in the official notification.
• Age Limit: Age limits vary for different posts, generally ranging from 18 to 32 years as on the crucial date mentioned in the official notification. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.

Application Fee

Details regarding application fee and payment methods will be provided in the official notification.

Selection Process

The selection process for SSC CGL 2026 typically involves the following stages:

• Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (CBE)
• Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (CBE)
• Skill Test/Document Verification: (Applicable for certain posts)

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates were able to apply online through the official website of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) during the specified application period. Candidates who have already applied can utilize the re-opened correction window to make necessary changes to their applications. It is advised to read the detailed official notification carefully for complete instructions.