The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CGL Notification 2026 for the recruitment of the Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for central government jobs in 2026 in India. A total of 12256 vacancies have been announced, and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
This article provides complete details, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary, important dates, and how to apply online for the SSC CGL Notification 2026.
SSC CGL Notification 2026 – Overview
The SSC CGL Notification 2026 has been released for 12256 posts.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | SSC CGL Notification 2026 |
| Recruitment Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CGL 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 12256 Posts |
| Job Type | central government jobs |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree |
| Age Limit | 18 years to 32 years |
| Application Date | 21 May to 22 June 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test + Document Verification & Medical Standards |
| Job Location | All India (transferable, all-India Service Liability) |
| Official Website | www.ssc.gov.in |
Vacancies Details – SSC CGL Notification 2026
| Pay Level | Sample Posts | Pay Scale (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Level-8 | Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | 47,600 – 1,51,100 |
| Level-7 | Inspector of Income Tax, ASO (CSS, IB, Railways, MEA), Inspector (CBIC), Sub Inspector (CBI), Assistant Enforcement Officer, Inspector Posts | 44,900 – 1,42,400 |
| Level-6 | Junior Statistical Officer, Sub Inspector (NIA / NCB), Divisional Accountant, Executive Assistant (CBIC), Research Assistant (NHRC), Statistical Investigator Grade-II | 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Level-5 | Auditor (C&AG / CGDA), Accountant / Junior Accountant | 29,200 – 92,300 |
| Level-4 | Tax Assistant (CBDT / CBIC), Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant, UDC / SSA, Senior Administrative Assistant (MES) | 25,500 – 81,100 |
Eligibility Criteria for SSC CGL Notification 2026
Candidates must carefully check eligibility before applying for this central government jobs vacancy in 2026. Only eligible candidates will be considered during document verification.
Educational Qualification
- Junior Statistical Officer: Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th level, or a Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as a subject.
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Demography, Population Studies, Operation Research, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Application, Data Science or Artificial Intelligence.
- Assistant Audit / Accounts Officer: Desirable qualifications include CA, CMA, CS, M.Com, MBS, MBA (Finance) and Masters in Business Economics.
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
The age range depends on the post category. Most posts fall between 18 and 30 years.
| Age Bracket | Applicable To |
|---|---|
| 18 – 27 years | Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, UDC, Postal Assistant |
| 18 – 30 years | Most Inspectors, ASO, AAO, AEO, JSO-related posts |
| 20 – 30 years | Sub Inspector (CBI) |
| 18 – 32 years | Junior Statistical Officer (M/o Statistics) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service |
| Central Government Group C employees with 3+ years’ service | up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST) |
| Widows, Divorced or judicially separated women | up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST) |
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Salary / Pay Scale
The salary is determined by the post and its pay level under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The basic pay ranges from Rs 25,500 for Level-4 posts to Rs 1,51,100 for Level-8 posts. On top of your basic wage, you will receive Dearness Allowance, HRA depending on city class, Transport Allowance, and other permissible benefits.
- Level-8 (AAO / AAccO): Rs 47,600 – 1,51,100
- Level-7 (Inspectors, ASO, AEO, SI-CBI): Rs 44,900 – 1,42,400
- Level-6 (JSO, SI-NIA/NCB, Divisional Accountant): Rs 35,400 – 1,12,400
- Level-5 (Auditor, Accountant): Rs 29,200 – 92,300
- Level-4 (Tax Assistant, UDC, Postal Assistant): Rs 25,500 – 81,100
Application Fee
Category-wise application fee is as under.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 100 |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Women | Exempted (No Fee) |
Selection Process
The selection process for the latest central government jobs recruitment in 2026 is designed to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and practical coaching ability. The notified stages are the following:
- Tier-I (Computer Based Test): 100 questions, 200 marks, 1 hour. Four sections — General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension (25 questions / 50 marks each). Negative marking 0.50 per wrong answer. Questions in English and Hindi (except English Comprehension).
- Tier-II (Computer Based Test): Paper-I is compulsory for all posts. Paper-II is for JSO / Statistical Investigator Grade-II only. Paper-III is for AAO / AAccO only. Paper-I includes a Computer Knowledge Test and a Data Entry Speed Test (DEST).
- Document Verification & Medical Standards: Conducted by the User Departments. Posts like Inspector (CBIC), SI (CBI, NIA, NCB, CBN) and BRO posts also have physical and medical standards.
Tier-II Paper-I Pattern (Compulsory)
- Session-I: Section-I — Mathematical Abilities (30) + Reasoning (30) = 180 marks; Section-II — English (45) + General Awareness (25) = 210 marks; Section-III — Computer Knowledge Test (qualifying) = 60 marks. Total 2 hours 15 minutes. Negative marking 1 mark per wrong answer.
- Session-II: Section-IV — Data Entry Speed Test (~2000 keystrokes in 15 minutes, qualifying).
How to Apply for SSC CGL Notification 2026
Candidates must apply online for this SSC CGL Notification 2026 by following the steps below:
- Scroll down and go to the Important Links section.
- Click on the “Online Apply Link” and complete the registration process.
- Next stage, click on “Online Apply Link” and Login.
- Enter all your personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category and Submit the form.
- Take a printout of the application form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 21 May 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Application correction window | 29 June – 01 July 2026 |
| Tier-I exam (tentative) | August – September 2026 |
| Tier-II exam (tentative) | December 2026 |
Important Links
| Online Apply Link | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – SSC CGL Notification 2026
Q.1 What is the application start date for the SSC CGL Notification Recruitment 2026?
The online application process is 21 May 2026.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for the SSC CGL Notification Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 22 June 2026.
Q.3 How many vacancies are available in the SSC CGL Notification Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 12256 vacancies.
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