SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 17,727 Posts

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. This flagship recruitment drive aims to fill a massive total of 17,727 vacancies across various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in prestigious Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Constitutional Bodies.

Interested and eligible candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline can submit their applications online starting from September 1, 2026. Below is the complete information regarding eligibility criteria, age limits, application fee, exam dates, selection process, and step-by-step instructions to apply online.

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026: Key Overview

Organization	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026
Total Vacancies	17,727 Posts
Category	Government Jobs (Central Government)
Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in Any Discipline
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Official Notification Release Date	September 1, 2026
Online Application Start Date	September 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	October 1, 2026
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	October 2, 2026
Tier I Exam Date	December 15, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

To apply for SSC CGL 2026, candidates must fulfill the following qualification requirements:

• General Posts: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institute.
• Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor's Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at the 12th standard level OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.
• Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects for all three years/six semesters.

2. Nationality

A candidate must be either a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The general age limit ranges between 18 to 30/32 years depending on the specific post applied for as of the crucial cutoff date.

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

Upper Age Relaxation

Category	Age Relaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
SC / ST	5 Years
PwBD (Unreserved)	10 Years
PwBD (OBC)	13 Years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 Years after deduction of military service

Application Fee

Candidates can pay the application fee online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Credit/Debit cards.

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

Selection Process

The recruitment process for SSC CGL 2026 comprises multiple stages to test candidates' overall knowledge, speed, and analytical capabilities:

• Stage 1: Tier-I Examination (Objective Type Computer-Based Test)
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions / 50 Marks)
  • General Awareness (25 Questions / 50 Marks)
  • Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions / 50 Marks)
  • English Comprehension (25 Questions / 50 Marks)
• Stage 2: Tier-II Examination (Computer-Based Test)
  • Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge.
  • Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) Module.
• Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) — Conducted by the user departments after final merit selection.
• Stage 4: Medical Fitness Test — Required for specific posts like Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer), CBI, Sub-Inspector, etc.

How to Apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully register and apply for the SSC CGL 2026 exam:

• Step 1: Visit the new official portal of the Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
• Step 2: If you are a new user, click on "Register Now" under One-Time Registration (OTR) and complete your profile details using a valid email and mobile number.
• Step 3: Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
• Step 4: Find "Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026" under the active examinations tab and click on "Apply".
• Step 5: Capture a live photograph through the portal camera module and upload your signature as per prescribed specifications.
• Step 6: Fill in your preferred exam cities, educational details, and post preferences.
• Step 7: Pay the online application fee of ₹100 (if applicable) using your preferred payment method.
• Step 8: Review all details carefully and click on the final "Submit" button.
• Step 9: Download and print a copy of the filled application form for your future reference.