SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 17,500 Group B & C Posts

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. This year, the commission has announced a huge total of 17,500 vacancies for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' non-technical posts across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Interested candidates holding a Bachelor's degree can check the complete eligibility details, selection procedure, and apply online through the official portal before the deadline.

Organization	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2026
Posts Name	Group 'B' & 'C' (Inspectors, Assistants, Auditors, Tax Assistants, etc.)
Total Vacancies	17,500
Qualification Required	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Job Location	All India
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC CGL 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the important schedule for the SSC CGL 2026 recruitment drive to ensure timely submission of their application forms and adequate preparation for the written examination.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	20 August 2026
Online Application Start Date	20 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	25 September 2026
SSC CGL Tier-I Exam Date	15 November 2026

Eligibility Criteria for SSC CGL 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the SSC CGL 2026 examination must fulfill the minimum educational qualifications specified below:

• Essential Qualification: A candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Appearing Candidates: Candidates who are in their final year of graduation may also apply provisionally, provided they obtain their qualifying degree on or before the crucial cut-off date specified in the official notification.

Age Limit (as per official rules)

The age criteria vary depending on the specific post applied for under Group B and Group C categories:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 27 to 32 years (varies post-wise)

Upper Age Relaxation: Standard age relaxation is applicable to reserved categories as per Central Government norms:

• OBC Candidates: 3 years relaxation
• SC / ST Candidates: 5 years relaxation
• PwBD Candidates: 10 years (Unreserved), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per government rules

Application Fee Structure

Applicants must pay the required examination fee online. Candidates belonging to exempted categories are not required to pay any fee.

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates)	₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen	Exempted (NIL)
All Female Candidates	Exempted (NIL)

Note: The application fee can be paid online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or BHIM UPI.

Selection Process

The recruitment for SSC CGL 2026 consists of a multi-stage selection process designed to evaluate the candidate's general awareness, quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, English comprehension, and computer skills.

• Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (CBE) – Qualifying nature; comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language.
• Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (CBE) – Advanced examination including Paper-I (Compulsory for all posts covering Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge Test along with Data Entry Speed Test) and Paper-II/III for specialized posts (like JSO/AAO).
• Document Verification (DV) – Final document verification is conducted by the user departments/ministries after the declaration of the Tier-II result.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for SSC CGL 2026

Follow the simple steps outlined below to submit your online application form smoothly:

• Step 1: Visit the new official portal of the Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
• Step 2: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user. Existing users can directly log in using their credentials.
• Step 3: Navigate to the Apply section and click on the "Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026" link.
• Step 4: Fill in the required personal, educational, and communication details accurately in the application form.
• Step 5: Capture/Upload a fresh live photograph and scanned signature according to the specifications mentioned in the portal guidelines.
• Step 6: Pay the application fee of ₹100 via online mode (if applicable).
• Step 7: Preview all filled details carefully and click on the final Submit button.
• Step 8: Download and print out a hard copy of the final submitted application form for future reference.