SSC CGL 2026 — Combined Graduate Level Examination (12,256 Posts)

The Staff Selection Commission has invited online applications for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026, offering 12,256 vacancies for Group B and Group C posts across central ministries and departments (such as Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Auditor, and Tax Assistant). Selection is through a Tier-1 (Prelims) and Tier-2 (Mains) computer-based examination.

Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university (final-year students may apply)

18–32 years (varies by post) as on 01 August 2026; relaxation for reserved categories per rules

• Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university (final-year students may apply, must qualify before the cut-off).
• Age 18–32 years as on 01 August 2026 (varies by post); relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and others per rules.
• Some posts have additional subject requirements — check the post-wise eligibility in the notification.

₹100 (General/OBC); free for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM

Pay Level 4 to Level 8 (approx. ₹25,500 – ₹1,51,100), varies by post

1. Register/log in at ssc.gov.in (one-time registration is required).
2. Open the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 notification.
3. Fill the form, upload photo and signature, and pay the ₹100 fee (exempt for women and SC/ST/PwBD/ESM).
4. Submit before 22 June 2026; pay fee by 23 June. Use the correction window if needed.