SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 — Online Form
Staff Selection Commission · All India · Updated 08 Aug 2026
⏳ 13 days left to apply (Last date: 21 Aug 2026)
SSC has released the CGL 2026 notification for Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries and departments.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Apply from | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Last date | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 22 Aug 2026 |
| Correction window | 26–28 Aug 2026 |
| Admit card release | 1 week before exam |
| Exam date | September–October 2026 (Tier I, tentative) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Free / Exempted |
Pay online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI, or offline via SBI Challan.
Key Details
| Age limit | 18–32Age relaxation as per rules: OBC +3 yrs, SC/ST +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,500 – ₹1,42,400 (Pay Level 4 to 7, post-wise) |
| Total posts | 14,582 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 1,600 |
| Inspector (Central Excise / IT) | 3,200 |
| Auditor / Accountant | 4,100 |
| Other Group B & C posts | 5,682 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All posts (combined) | 6,120 | 1,440 | 3,800 | 2,110 | 1,112 | 14,582 |
Selection Process
- Tier I — Computer Based Examination (objective)
- Tier II — Computer Based Examination (Paper I/II/III as per post)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination (as applicable)
Exam Districts
All India — centre options selected during application
How to Apply
- Visit ssc.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log in with your OTR credentials and open the CGL 2026 application form.
- Fill in personal, educational and post-preference details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the application fee online (UPI / card / net banking) if applicable.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026?
The online application closes on 21 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC/EWS. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted.
What is the eligibility for SSC CGL 2026?
A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Age 18–32 years with relaxation as per rules.
When will the Tier I exam be held?
Tier I is tentatively scheduled for September–October 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
A total of 14,582 Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries and departments.
Data extracted from the official notification and verified before publishing. Always confirm on the official website before applying. ↗