SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online till 22 June | 12,256 Vacancies, Salary up to ₹1.51 Lakh

Last date to Apply 22 June 2026

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Introduction - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 12,256 vacancies across Group B and Group C posts in various Ministries, Departments, and Government Organizations of the Government of India. SSC CGL is one of the most prestigious examinations for graduates, offering opportunities in diverse roles such as Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspectors, Accountants, Postal Assistants, and more.

The examination will be conducted in multiple tiers, with Tier‑I scheduled for August–September 2026 and Tier‑II in December 2026. Applications are invited online from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early and prepare thoroughly, as SSC CGL offers attractive salaries ranging from Pay Level‑4 to Pay Level‑8, along with allowances, career growth, and nationwide postings.

Job Overview - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Post	Pay Level	Department	Classification
Assistant Audit Officer	Level‑8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100)	C&AG	Group B Gazetted
Assistant Section Officer	Level‑7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400)	CSS / IB / Railways / MEA / AFHQ	Group B
Inspector of Income Tax	Level‑7	CBDT	Group B
Auditor	Level‑5 (₹29,200–₹92,300)	C&AG / CGDA	Group C
Postal Assistant	Level‑4 (₹25,500–₹81,100)	Department of Posts	Group C

Requirement	Details
Recruiting Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Advertisement No.	HQ-C11018/1/2026-C-1
Total Vacancies	Approx. 12,256 (Group B & Group C)
Post	Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Auditor, Postal Assistant, and other Group B & C posts
Nature of Recruitment	Government of India Recruitment (Group B & Group C)
Job Type & Location	Full-time, postings across India in various ministries/departments
Application Deadlines	Start: 21 May 2026 \| End: 22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs) \| Correction Window: 29 June – 1 July 2026
Eligibility	Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (specific posts may require Commerce/Statistics background)
Age Limit	18–27, 18–30, 20–30, or 18–32 years depending on post (with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM)
Salary Structure	Pay Level-4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) to Pay Level-8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100)
Selection Process	Tier-I & Tier-II Computer Based Exams, followed by Document Verification and Skill/Physical Tests (where applicable)
Reservation Rules	Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government norms
Application Fee	₹100 for General/OBC \| Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women
Documents Required	Matriculation Certificate, Graduation Degree, Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Photo & Signature
Exam Centres	Across India (as notified by SSC)
Official Website	https://ssc.gov.in
Submission Mode	Online only
Apply Online	Apply Online

Important Dates - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Application Start	21 May 2026
Application End	22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	23 June 2026
Correction Window	29 June – 1 July 2026
Tier‑I Exam	Aug–Sep 2026
Tier‑II Exam	Dec 2026

Vacancy Details - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Category	Vacancies
Group B	Approx. 7,500
Group C	Approx. 4,756
Total	12,256

Application Fee - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST / PwBD / Women	Nil

Important Links - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Link	Description
Notification PDF	Official SSC CGL 2026 notification
Official Website	SSC portal for updates
Apply Online	Submit application form
Join WhatsApp	Get instant updates via WhatsApp
Join Telegram	Get instant updates via Telegram

Salary Structure - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

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

Eligibility Criteria - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Education	Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. For Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer: Degree in Commerce/Chartered Accountant/Cost & Management Accountant/Company Secretary/Masters in Commerce or Business Studies. For Junior Statistical Officer: Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% in Mathematics at 12th level OR Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the subjects. Other posts: Graduation in any stream is acceptable.
Age Limit	General posts: 18–27 years. Specific posts: 18–30 years, 20–30 years, or 18–32 years depending on designation. Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years OBC: 3 years PwD: 10 years (additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC PwD) Ex‑Servicemen: As per government rules
Nationality	Citizen of India OR Subject of Nepal/Bhutan OR Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 OR Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries intending permanent settlement in India.

Documents Required - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (proof of Date of Birth).
Graduation Degree/Provisional Certificate (proof of educational qualification).
Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) issued by competent authority.
PWD Certificate (if applicable, issued by medical board).
Ex‑Servicemen Certificate (if applicable).
Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.).
Scanned Passport‑size Photograph (recent, as per SSC guidelines).
Scanned Signature (clear and within specified dimensions).

How to Apply - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
Click on “New Registration” and fill in basic details (Name, DOB, Email, Mobile Number).
Login with Registration ID and Password.
Fill the application form carefully:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Post preferences
Upload scanned documents:
- Photograph (JPEG format, specified size)
- Signature (JPEG format, specified size)
Pay the application fee online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
Preview the application form and correct errors if any.
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Selection Procedure - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Tier‑I: Computer Based Test (Objective type, qualifying in nature).
Tier‑II: Computer Based Test (Paper I – Quantitative Abilities, Paper II – English Language & Comprehension, Paper III – Statistics, Paper IV – General Studies).
Tier‑III: Descriptive Paper (Essay, Precis, Letter/Application writing).
Tier‑IV: Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (DEST/CPT) depending on post.
Document Verification: Mandatory for all shortlisted candidates.
Final Selection: Based on cumulative performance in Tier‑I, Tier‑II, Tier‑III, and qualifying Tier‑IV/Document Verification.

Exam Pattern - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Tier	Mode	Subjects
Tier‑I	Computer Based Test (CBT)	General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
Tier‑II	Computer Based Test (CBT)	Paper I: Quantitative Abilities, Paper II: English Language & Comprehension, Paper III: Statistics, Paper IV: General Studies (Finance & Economics)
Tier‑III	Pen and Paper (Descriptive)	Essay Writing, Precis Writing, Letter/Application Writing
Tier‑IV	Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test	Data Entry Skill Test (DEST), Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)

Job Location - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Job Location	Across India in various Ministries, Departments, and Government Organizations under SSC CGL recruitment.

FAQs - SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

1. What is SSC CGL 2026?

SSC CGL 2026 is the Combined Graduate Level Examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for Group B and Group C posts in various Government of India departments.

2. How many vacancies are available?

There are approximately 12,256 vacancies across multiple ministries and departments.

3. What is the salary range for SSC CGL posts?

The salary ranges from ₹25,500 per month (Pay Level‑4) to ₹1,51,100 per month (Pay Level‑8).

4. What is the application start date?

The online application process begins on 21 May 2026.

5. What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit applications is 22 June 2026 (till 23:00 hrs).

6. How can I apply for SSC CGL 2026?

Candidates must apply online through the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.

7. What is the exam schedule?

Tier‑I exam will be held in August–September 2026, and Tier‑II in December 2026.

8. What is the application fee?

General/OBC candidates must pay ₹100. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from fees.

9. What are the eligibility criteria?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree. Age limits vary by post (18–27, 18–30, 20–30, or 18–32 years).

10. What documents are required?

Matriculation certificate, graduation degree, caste/category certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), and scanned photo/signature.

11. What is the selection process?

Selection involves Tier‑I and Tier‑II Computer Based Exams, followed by document verification and skill/physical tests (where applicable).

12. Where will the job postings be located?

Selected candidates will be posted across India in various ministries, departments, and organizations.