SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | 12256 Group B and Group C Posts – Apply Online!
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. SSC has announced approximately 12256 Group B and Group C posts in various Ministries, Departments and Organizations of the Government of India including Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies and Tribunals. Assam candidates can appear for the examination at multiple centres including Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar and Tezpur. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Overview
| Name of Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Name of Examination | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination |
| No. of Vacancies | 12,256 (Approx.) |
| Post Type | Group B and Group C |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 / 18 to 30 / 20 to 30 Years |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply From | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 June 2026 |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Name of Posts
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 covers vacancies of Group B and Group C posts across various central government departments. Some of the major posts included are:
- Assistant Audit Officer
- Assistant Accounts Officer
- Assistant Section Officer
- Inspector (Various Departments)
- Sub Inspector
- Inspector of Posts
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II
- Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
- Office Superintendent
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Tax Assistant
- Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Eligibility Criteria
* Age Limit:
The age limit for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 varies post-wise as follows:
| Age Range | Applicable Posts |
|---|---|
| 18 to 27 Years | Certain Group C posts |
| 18 to 30 Years | Several Group B and Group C posts |
| 20 to 30 Years | Group B posts |
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* Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwD (Unreserved) | 10 Years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification:
*For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO):
- Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University or Institute with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level.
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.
*For Statistical Investigator Grade-II:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics/ Mathematics/ Economics/ Demography/ Population Studies/ Operation Research/ Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Computer Engineering/ Computer Technology/ Computer Application/ Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence from a recognized University or Institute.
*For All Other Posts:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Exam Pattern
The SSC CGL 2026 examination is conducted in two tiers:
Tier-I
| Subject | No. of MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
| Total Duration: 1 Hour | ||
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* Tier-II Examination:
- Paper-I is compulsory for all posts.
- Paper-II is only for candidates applying for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Grade-II posts.
- Tier-II will be conducted in separate shift(s)/day(s).
- For complete Tier-II pattern and syllabus, read the official notification.
How to Apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
- Go to the Useful Links section below.
- Click on Online Application Form.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- After registration, click on Online Application Form link and login.
- Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload necessary documents including photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 | Important Dates
| Starting Date for Online Application | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 22 June 2026 |
| Tier-I Examination | August – September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II Examination | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Useful Links
| Online Application (Registration) | Click Here |
| Online Application (Login) | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join |
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Frequently Asked Questions (MCQs)
How many vacancies are there in SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
There are approximately 12256 vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts under SSC CGL Recruitment 2026.
What is the last date for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 is 22 June 2026.
What is the minimum qualification for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute is the minimum qualification for most posts under SSC CGL Recruitment 2026. For JSO and Statistical Investigator Grade-II, specific qualification requirements.
Can final year graduation students apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates appearing in their final year of graduation can apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026. However, they must possess the essential qualification as on 01 August 2026.
