What is the educational qualification required for SSC CGL 2026?

Candidates must hold a recognized Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (B.Com, BA, B.Sc, B.Tech, BBA, etc.) from an accredited Indian University before the prescribed cut-off date. Special posts like JSO require 60% in 12th Maths or Statistics in graduation.

What is the age limit and age relaxation for SSC CGL 2026?

The general age limit is 18 to 32 years (depending on post: 18-27, 18-30, 20-30, and up to 32 for JSO). Upper age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST).

Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 1 and Tier 2?

Yes. Tier-1 features a negative marking deduction of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer. In Tier-2 (Paper 1), there is a penalty of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I and Section-II.

Can final semester or final year college students apply for SSC CGL 2026?

Yes, final year college students can submit the application form, provided they obtain their qualifying Bachelor's degree and passing certificate on or before the crucial cutoff date specified in the official gazette.

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Official Source VerifiedRECRUITMENT NOTIFICATIONCENTRALAll India (Central Ministries & Departments)

SSC CGL 2026 Notification Released: 14,582 Group B & C Vacancies

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

14,582 Posts Posts

Online Applications Open

Live Gazette Verified

Online Applications OpenLast Date: 30 April 2026

The Staff Selection Commission has officially notified 14,582 vacancies for Assistant Section Officers, Income Tax Inspectors, Central Excise Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors in CBI, and Auditors across Central Government ministries.

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Official Gazette Overview & Key Specifications

State & Central Civil Services

Important Dates

Official schedule & deadlines

Last Date to Apply:30 April 2026

Fee Payment Last Date:01 May 2026

Exam Date:Tier-1: July 2026

Application Fee

Category-wise prescribed charges

General / OBC / EWS:₹100

SC / ST / PH (PwBD):Exempted (₹0)

All Female Candidates:Exempted (₹0)

Payment Gateway Options:

Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, UPI, or State E-Challan

Correction Charge:As per Commission Policy

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum requirements as on cutoff date

Prescribed Age Limit:18 - 32 Years (Relaxation as per central rules)

SC / ST Age Relaxation:+5 Years (Standard)

OBC (Non-Creamy):+3 Years

PwBD Candidates:+10 to 15 Years

Key Qualification:

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (B.Com, BA, B.Sc, B.Tech)

Quick Recruitment Overview

Total Posts

14,582 Posts

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (B.Com, BA, B.Sc, B.Tech)

Age Bracket

18 - 32 Years (Relaxation as per central rules)

Last Date

30 April 2026

Location

All India (Central Ministries & Departments)

Organization

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Application Mode

Online (Official Portal)

Important Dates & Schedule

Official chronological timeline · 3 events

Gazette Verified

Event	Date	Status
Last Date to Apply	30 April 2026	Closed
Fee Payment Last Date	01 May 2026	Fee
Written Exam / CBT Date	Tier-1: July 2026	Exam

Official Vacancy Breakdown

Post-wise and category-wise distribution verified from gazette notification

14,582 Posts Posts

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Unreserved (UR)

5,835

OBC (NCL)

3,937

EWS

1,530

2,187

1,093

Total Posts

14,582

Post-Wise Details & Educational Qualification

Post Name / Cadre	Department / Ministry	Vacancies	Pay Scale / Level	Eligibility / Qualification
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)Group B Non-Gazetted	Central Secretariat Service (CSS) / DoPT	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)Group B Non-Gazetted	Intelligence Bureau (MHA)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) + 20% Special Security Allowance	Bachelor's Degree in any stream (Subject to IB security clearance)
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)Group B Non-Gazetted	Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) + Foreign allowances	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (Foreign posting eligible)
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)Group B Non-Gazetted	Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Inspector of Central ExciseGroup B Non-Gazetted	CBIC (Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree + Mandatory Physical Test (Height 157.5 cm / Walking 1.6 km)
Inspector (Preventive Officer)Group B Non-Gazetted	CBIC (Airports & Seaports Customs)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Physical Standards
Inspector (Examiner)Group B Non-Gazetted	CBIC (Customs Cargo Assessment)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO)Group B Non-Gazetted	Directorate of Enforcement (ED)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) + Special Allowance	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Sub Inspector (SI)Group B Non-Gazetted	Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) + 25% Extra Basic Pay	Bachelor's Degree + Physical Fitness (Height Male 165 cm, Female 150 cm)
Inspector of PostsGroup B Non-Gazetted	Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications)	As Notified	Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Assistant / Sub-InspectorGroup B Non-Gazetted	National Investigation Agency (NIA)	As Notified	Pay Level 6 & 7 (₹35,400 - ₹1,42,400)	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Physical Standards
AuditorGroup C	Offices under Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG) / CGDA	As Notified	Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300)	Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
Accountant / Junior AccountantGroup C	Controller General of Accounts (CGA) & Other Ministries	As Notified	Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300)	Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
Tax Assistant (Direct Taxes)Group C	Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT - Income Tax)	As Notified	Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100)	Bachelor's Degree + Data Entry Speed of 8,000 Key Depressions/Hour
Tax Assistant (Indirect Taxes)Group C	Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC)	As Notified	Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100)	Bachelor's Degree + Data Entry Speed of 8,000 Key Depressions/Hour
Sub-InspectorGroup C	Central Bureau of Narcotics (Ministry of Finance)	As Notified	Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100)	Bachelor's Degree + Physical Fitness

Application Fee Structure

Prescribed fee by candidate category

Official Rates

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹100
SC / ST / PH (PwBD)	Exempted (₹0)EXEMPT
All Female Candidates	Exempted (₹0)EXEMPT

Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Official SBI Challan

Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances except as per specific commission refund notifications.

Educational Eligibility

Prescribed qualifications as on cutoff date

graduate

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (B.Com, BA, B.Sc, B.Tech)

Age Limit & Relaxation

As calculated on the official cutoff date

Min Age

18 Years

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Max Age

32 Years

Category RelaxationUpper age relaxation admissible for SC/ST (5 Yrs), OBC (3 Yrs), and PwD candidates as per Govt rules.

Salary Structure & Pay Scale (7th CPC)

Government remuneration matrix and applicable central/state allowances

Pay Level 4 (7th CPC)

Pay Matrix Band

Level 4 to Level 8 (₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100 per month)

Additional Benefits & Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and Medical facilities as per rules.

Recruitment Selection Process & Stages

Prescribed assessment phases to qualify for final appointment

3 Stages

Stage 1

Tier 1: Computer Based Objective Examination (200 Marks)

Stage 2

Tier 2: Computer Based Examination + Data Entry Speed Test

Stage 3

Document Verification & Medical Examination

Official Examination Scheme & Pattern

Tier-1 Examination (Computer Based Screening)• Marking scheme & subject breakdown

Online Computer Based Test (Objective MCQ)

Total Questions

100

Total Marks

200

Exam Duration

60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwBD scribes)

Negative Marking

0.50 Marks per wrong answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	50
General Awareness (History, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs)	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude (Arithmetic, Advanced Math, Algebra, Geometry)	25	50
English Comprehension & Grammar	25	50

Documents Required for Online Application

Keep these original certificates and scanned copies ready before starting registration

7 Items

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph (with clear white background, taken within last 3 months).

Scanned signature in black or blue ink on white paper within prescribed dimensions.

Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License).

Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets (Intermediate / Degree / Diploma as applicable).

Category / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in Central/State Government prescribed format (if seeking reservation).

Active personal Mobile Number and Email ID for receiving registration OTP and official communications.

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Apply Online

Official application procedure for Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

7 Steps

Step 1: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC portal (ssc.gov.in) with basic identity details (Aadhaar / Voter ID).

Step 2: Log in using Registration ID and Password, navigate to 'Apply' tab and select 'Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026'.

Step 3: Verify pre-filled educational data, select 3 preferred examination cities, and choose post preference groups.

Step 4: Capture live photograph using the integrated webcam/mobile camera tool against a plain white background without glasses or cap.

Step 5: Upload clean scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (file size strictly between 10 KB to 20 KB).

Step 6: Preview the entire form thoroughly, check fee exemption status, and submit the online application.

Step 7: Complete online payment of ₹100 via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card (Exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM) and download the e-Receipt.

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Official Resource / Action	Source & Verification	Access Link
Apply Online for SSC CGL 2026 Application Live	Direct official online registration gateway	Click Here
Download Official Recruitment Notification PDF (SSC CGL 2026) Official PDF	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)	Click Here
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Official Recruitment Portal Official Portal	Commission headquarters portal	Click Here
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Candidate Advisory & Official Guidelines

Differentiating statutory commission rules from HireOrbitAI practical advice

Statutory Commission Directives (Staff Selection Commission (SSC))

•One Candidate, One Application: Submission of multiple application forms for the same post may lead to summary cancellation of all submissions.
•Name & DOB Match: Candidate Name, Father's Name, and Date of Birth must match strictly with the Class 10th (Matriculation) certificate.
•Category Certificate Validity: OBC-NCL, EWS, and SC/ST certificates must be issued on or before the cutoff date in the prescribed format.
•Non-Refundable Fee: Application fees once remitted shall not be refunded or adjusted under any normal circumstances.

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•Safe Photo Guidelines: Use a recent photograph (under 3 months old) with a white background, without caps, spectacles, or masks. Keep 10 extra copies for exam day.
•Active Email & Phone: Retain the same registered mobile number and email ID until the final appointment order is issued.

Frequently Asked Questions (SSC CGL 2026)

Common candidate queries verified against the official recruitment notification

As per the official SSC Exam Calendar 2026, the Tier-1 Computer Based Examination is scheduled to be held tentatively across July and August 2026 in multiple shifts.

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