Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination - 2026 (12256 Vacancies)

Short Info : Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released notification for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination - 2026 (12256 Vacancies). Those candidates who are interested in this recruitment can apply Online Form from 21 May, 2026 to 22 June, 2026 Till 11:00 PM. Read the notification for recruitment eligibility, posts, selection procedure, pay scale, and all other information.

Important Dates

Application Start Date

21 May, 2026

Last Date For Applying Online

22 June, 2026 Till 23:00

Last Date For Paying Exam Fees

23 June, 2026 Till 23:00

Dates of „Window for Application Form Correction‟ including online payment.

29 June, 2026 to 01 July, 2026 Till 23:00

Tier-I (Computer Based Test) Exam Date

August-September, 2026

Tier-II (Computer Based Test) Exam Date

December, 2026

Eligibility Details

Minimum Age

18-20 Years (As on 01 August, 2026)

Maximum Age

Read Notification.

Age Relaxation

As Per Rules.

Application Fees Info

General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates

100 Rs./-

SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Women Candidates

0 Rs./-

Payment Mode

Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Vacancy Info

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination - 2026 (12256 Vacancies) - Total Post & Qualification
Post Name	Total Post	Qualification
Various Graduate Level Vacancy 2026	12256 (Tentative)	Bachelor’s Degree

Department Wise Vacancy Details
Pay Level-8 (Rs. 47600 to 151100/-)
Post Name	Department	Age Limit
Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre)	Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG)	18-30 years
Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre)	Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG)	18-30 years
Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre)	Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG)	18-30 years
Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44900 to 142400/-)
Assistant Section Officer	Central Secretariat Service	20-30 years
Assistant Section Officer	Intelligence Bureau	18-30 years
Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of Railways	20-30 years
Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of External Affairs	20-30 years
Assistant Section Officer	AFHQ	20-30 years
Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology	18-30 years
Assistant / Assistant Section Officer	Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations	18-30 years
Inspector of Income Tax	Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)	18-30 years
Inspector, (Central Excise)	Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)	18-30 years
Inspector (Preventive Officer)
Inspector (Examiner)
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Department of Revenue	18-30 years
Sub Inspector	Central Bureau of Investigation	20-30 years
Inspector Posts	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications	18-30 years
Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance	18-30 years
Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35400 to 112400/-)
Assistant / Assistant Section Officer	Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations	18-30 years
Executive Assistant	Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)	18-30 years
Research Assistant	National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)	18-30 years
Divisional Accountant	Offices under C&AG	18-30 years
Sub Inspector	National Investigation Agency (NIA)	18-30 years
Sub-Inspector/ Junior Intelligence Officer	Narcotics Control Bureau (MHA)	18-30 years
Junior Statistical Officer	Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation.	18-32 years
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Ministry of Home Affairs	18-30 years
Office Superintendent	Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)	18-30 years
Section Head	Director General of Foreign Trade	18-30 years
Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29200 to 92300/-)
Auditor	Offices under C&AG	18-27 years
Auditor	Offices under CGDA	18-27 years
Auditor	Other Ministry/ Departments	18-27 years
Accountant	Offices under C&AG	18-27 years
Accountant	Controller General of Accounts	18-27 years
Accountant/ Junior Accountant	Other Ministry/ Departments	18-27 years
Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25500 to 81100/-)
Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications	18-27 years
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks	Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres.	18-27 years
Senior Administrative Assistant	Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence	18-27 years
Tax Assistant	Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)	18-27 years
Tax Assistant	Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)	18-27 years
Sub-Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance	18-27 years

Tier-I Exam Pattern
Negative Marking : 1/4th Exam Mode : Objective Type (CBT)
Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
General Intelligence and Reasoning	25	50	01 Hour
General Awareness	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
English Comprehension	25	50
Grand Total	100	200	01 Hour

Tier-II Exam Pattern
Negative Marking Paper-I (Section-I, II & III) : 1 Marks Negative Marking (Paper-II & III) : 0.50 Marks
Paper	Session	Section	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper-I (Compulsory)-For All Posts	Session-I (02:15 Hours)	Section-I	Mathematical Abilities	30	180	01 Hour
		Section-I	Reasoning and General Intelligence	30	180	01 Hour
		Section-II	English Language and Comprehension	45	210	01 Hour
		Section-II	General Awareness	25	210	01 Hour
		Section-III	Computer Knowledge Test	20	60	15 Mins
	Session-II (15 Minutes)	Section-IV	Data Entry Speed Test	One Data Entry Task	–	15 Mins
Paper-II (Only For JSO & Statistical Investigator)	–	–	Statistics	100	200	02 Hours
Paper-III (For Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer)	–	–	General Studies (Finance and Economics)	100	200	02 Hours
How to Apply
One-Time Registration (OTR) : Visit the official website https://ssc.gov.in or use the My SSC mobile app to complete your One-Time Registration, as OTRs from the old website will not function. Aadhaar Authentication : It is advised to opt for Aadhaar-based authentication during the OTR process to simplify future document requirements. Login to Application Module : After successful OTR, use your registration number and password to log in and proceed to the application form for the CGL Examination 2026. Fill Application Details : Carefully fill in all required fields, including personal details, preference for examination centers, and educational qualifications. Capture Live Photograph : Use the application module to capture a live, clear photograph (without cap, mask, or spectacles) directly against a plain background. Upload Signature : Upload your scanned signature in JPEG format (10 to 20 KB) with dimensions of 6.0 cm width x 2.0 cm height. Review and Submit : Thoroughly check the preview of your application to ensure all details are correct before clicking the "Final Submit" button. Fee Payment : Complete the fee payment through online modes (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit cards) if you are not exempted from the fee. Application Correction (Optional) : If needed, a three-day window will be available after the application closing date to make corrections by paying the stipulated charges.
Selection Process
One-Time Registration (OTR) : Candidates must complete OTR on the official website (https://ssc.gov.in) to generate a registration number, which is required before applying for the examination. Online Application Submission : Candidates must submit their online applications through the official SSC website, ensuring all details and preferences are correctly entered before the closing date. Computer-Based Examination (Tier-I) : Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the Tier-I examination to appear for the subsequent Tier-II examination. Computer-Based Examination (Tier-II) : Final selection is based on the aggregate marks scored in specific sections of the Tier-II examination, depending on the post. Document Verification (DV) : Following the declaration of the final results, the respective User Departments/Organizations conduct document verification to validate educational qualifications, caste/category, and other eligibility criteria. Physical/Medical Standards : For posts with specific requirements, physical and medical tests are conducted by the concerned User Departments after the final selection and nomination.