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SSC CGL Online Form 2026 (12,256 Posts)

SSC CGL 2026 notification released for 12,256 Group B & C posts. Apply online from 21 May to 22 June 2026. Eligibility: Graduation. Age limit 18-32 years. Tier-I exam in Aug/Sep 2026.

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SSC CGL Recruitment 2026: Complete Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced 12,256 vacancies for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. This prestigious recruitment drive offers opportunities for graduates to secure Group B and C positions across various central government ministries and departments. The application window is open from 21 May to 22 June 2026, with Tier-I examination scheduled for August/September 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	21 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	22 June 2026
Fee Payment Deadline	23 June 2026
Form Correction Window	29 June - 1 July 2026
Tier-I Exam	August/September 2026

Application Fees

Category	Fee
General/OBC/EWS	₹100
SC/ST/All Females	₹0
Form Correction (1st time)	₹200
Form Correction (2nd time)	₹500

About Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Established on 4 November 1975, the Staff Selection Commission is one of India's premier recruiting agencies for central government departments and ministries. Originally formed as Subordinate Services Commission, it was renamed in 1977. SSC conducts examinations to fill non-technical Group B and C posts across various government organizations including Income Tax, Customs, CAG, CBI, and Ministries of Home Affairs, External Affairs, Railways etc.

The Commission operates through a network of regional offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Allahabad, Bangalore, Guwahati, and Raipur. SSC CGL is considered one of the most competitive exams in India, with over 30 lakh applicants annually for limited vacancies. Successful candidates get opportunities to work in prestigious departments with excellent career growth prospects.

Post-wise Vacancy Distribution

Group	Department	Post	Approx. Vacancies
Group B	C&AG	Assistant Audit Officer	850
	CBDT/CBIC	Inspector	3200
	Various Ministries	Assistant Section Officer	2800
	NIA/ED	Sub-Inspector	450
Group C	C&AG/CGDA	Auditor/Accountant	3100
	Department of Posts	Postal Assistant	1200
	CBDT/CBIC	Tax Assistant	856

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Post	Qualification
Junior Statistical Officer	Graduation with 60% in 12th Math or Statistics as subject
Statistical Investigator	Graduation with Statistics
All Other Posts	Graduation in any discipline

Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)

Post	Age Range
Assistant Audit Officer	18-30 years
Inspector/Sub-Inspector	18-27 years
Junior Statistical Officer	Up to 32 years
Other Posts	18-27 years

Selection Process

Tier-I: Computer Based Test (200 marks, 60 minutes)
Tier-II: Paper-I (Quantitative Abilities), Paper-II (English), Paper-III (Statistics for JSO), Paper-IV (General Studies for AAO)
Document Verification
Medical Examination (for certain posts)

Salary Structure

Post	Pay Level	Approx. In-Hand Salary
Assistant Audit Officer	Level 8	₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
Assistant Section Officer	Level 7	₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Inspector	Level 7	₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Auditor/Accountant	Level 5	₹29,200 - ₹92,300

Career Growth: SSC CGL offers excellent promotion opportunities. For example, an Assistant Audit Officer can rise to Deputy Accountant General (Level 12) in 15-18 years through departmental promotions.

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