SSC CGL 2026 â 12,256 Group B & C Vacancies â 12,256 Posts
SSC CGL 2026 is for 12,256 Group B & C posts across ~40 posts in central government. Applications closed on 25 June 2026 and the correction window closed on 3 July 2026. SSC has scheduled Tier 1 (CBE) from 30 September to 30 October 2026, and Tier 2 is expected in December 2026, with new sectional timing.
Complete Details
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Apply Start | June 2026 | Done |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 June 2026 | Done |
| Application Correction Window | 1â3 July 2026 | Closed |
| Tier 1 Exam (CBE) | 30 September â 30 October 2026 | Upcoming |
| Tier 2 Exam (expected) | December 2026 | Upcoming |
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Age generally 18–32 years (varies by post; category-wise relaxation applies).
- Some posts (e.g. AAO, Statistical Investigator) have specific subject/qualification requirements.
Vacancy & Salary
SSC CGL 2026 is for 12,256 Group B & C posts across about 40 posts in central government ministries and departments.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 12,256 |
| Popular Posts | Income Tax Inspector, Examiner, Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer, Sub-Inspector (CBI), Assistant Section Officer |
| Pay Level | Level 4 to Level 8 |
| Approx. In-Hand | ₹35,000 – ₹80,000 per month (post & city dependent) |
Top posts like AAO (Level 8) and Inspector (Level 7) offer the highest pay and strong career growth.
Selection Process
- Tier 1 (CBE) — scheduled 30 September to 30 October 2026 (SSC notice dated 12 September 2026).
- Tier 2 (CBT) — expected December 2026.
- Document Verification and, for some posts, a skill/typing test.
Tier 1 Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Negative marking of 0.50 per wrong answer. New for 2026: sectional timing is introduced in Tier 1 and Tier 2.
Full Details
- SSC CGL 2026 = 12,256 Group B & C posts across ~40 posts in central government.
- Applications closed 25 June 2026; the correction window (1–3 July 2026) is closed.
- Tier 1 exam is scheduled from 30 September to 30 October 2026 (SSC notice dated 12 September 2026); Tier 2 is expected in December 2026.
- New: sectional timing in Tier 1 & Tier 2; approx. in-hand ₹35,000–₹80,000 by post.
Form Correction (Closed)
The application correction window ran from 1 to 3 July 2026 and is now closed.
Why SSC CGL Is So Popular
SSC CGL is the gateway to prestigious central-government desk jobs — Income Tax Inspector, CBI Sub-Inspector, Auditor/Accountant, Assistant Section Officer and more — with strong pay, job security, promotions and postings across India. It is one of the most competitive graduate-level exams in the country.
Verified from SSC CGL 2026 notification & updates. Confirm exam dates & pattern at ssc.gov.in. Last verified: 13 September 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
12,256 Group B & C posts across about 40 posts in central government departments.
No. Both windows are closed: fresh applications closed on 25 June 2026 and the correction window closed on 3 July 2026.
SSC's notice dated 12 September 2026 schedules Tier 1 (CBE) from 30 September to 30 October 2026. Tier 2 is expected in December 2026.
Sectional timing has been introduced in both Tier 1 and Tier 2, so each section has its own time limit.
Posts range from Pay Level 4 to Level 8, with approximate in-hand pay of âš35,000 to âš80,000 per month depending on post and city.