SSC CGL Notification 2026 Out for 12256 Vacancies, Apply Online Started.The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CGL Notification 2026 for 12,256 vacancies under the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. This is one of the biggest government recruitment exams in India conducted for filling Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts in various ministries, departments, constitutional bodies, and government organizations.

The online application process has started from 21 May 2026 and eligible graduate candidates can apply till 22 June 2026 through the official SSC website. SSC CGL offers prestigious central government jobs such as Income Tax Inspector, Assistant Section Officer, CBI Sub-Inspector, Assistant Enforcement Officer, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, and many more.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, salary structure, and application procedure before submitting the online application form.

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization Name	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026
Short Name	SSC CGL 2026
Total Vacancies	12,256
Application Mode	Online
Job Category	Central Government Jobs
Selection Process	Tier 1 & Tier 2 CBT
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC CGL Vacancy 2026

SSC has announced approximately 12,256 vacancies for various Group B and Group C posts in different government departments and ministries.

Major Posts Under SSC CGL 2026

Post Name	Pay Level
Assistant Audit Officer	Level 8
Assistant Accounts Officer	Level 8
Assistant Section Officer	Level 7
Income Tax Inspector	Level 7
Inspector (Central Excise)	Level 7
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Level 7
Sub-Inspector (CBI)	Level 7
Junior Statistical Officer	Level 6
Auditor	Level 5
Accountant	Level 5
Tax Assistant	Level 4
Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant	Level 4

SSC will release post-wise and category-wise vacancy details separately on the official website.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for SSC CGL 2026 must possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University or Institution.

Post-wise Special Qualification

Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% marks in Mathematics in 12th standard
  OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as a subject.

Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer

• Desirable Qualification: CA / CMA / CS / MBA (Finance) / Masters in Commerce / Economics.

Age Limit

Post Category	Age Limit
Most Posts	18 to 27 Years
Inspector & ASO Posts	18 to 30 Years
JSO Posts	18 to 32 Years

• Age will be calculated as on 01 August 2026.

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per rules

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹100
Women Candidates	Exempted
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen	Exempted

• Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

The SSC CGL 2026 selection process consists of:

1. Tier 1 Computer-Based Test (Qualifying)
2. Tier 2 Computer-Based Test
3. Document Verification

• No interview will be conducted for most posts.
• Final selection will be based mainly on Tier 2 marks.

SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026

Tier 1 Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
English Comprehension	25	50

• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 200
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.50 marks

Tier 2 Exam Pattern

Tier 2 will include:

• Mathematical Abilities
• Reasoning & General Intelligence
• English Language & Comprehension
• General Awareness
• Computer Knowledge Test
• Data Entry Speed Test

Separate papers will be conducted for Statistics and Finance/Economics-related posts.

SSC CGL Salary 2026

Pay Level	Salary Range
Pay Level 8	₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100
Pay Level 7	₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Pay Level 6	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Pay Level 5	₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Pay Level 4	₹25,500 – ₹81,100

Additional benefits include:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Travel Allowance (TA)
• Pension Benefits
• Medical Facilities

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	21 May 2026
Online Application Start Date	21 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	22 June 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	23 June 2026
Application Correction Window	29 June to 01 July 2026
Tier 1 Exam Date	August–September 2026
Tier 2 Exam Date	December 2026

Important Links

Particulars	Status
SSC CGL Notification 2026 PDF	Released
SSC CGL Apply Online Link	Active
SSC Official Website	https://ssc.gov.in/

How to Apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:

Visit the official SSC website.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).

Log in using registration credentials.

Fill the SSC CGL 2026 application form carefully.

Upload required documents including:

• Photograph
• Signature
• ID Proof

Pay the application fee online.

Preview the application form carefully.

Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Documents Required for SSC CGL Form 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Graduation Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Category Certificate
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Mobile Number & Email ID