SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026

Recruitment to various Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and organisations of the Government of India.

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StatusApplication window likely closed
DepartmentSSC
Apply Start2026-04-01
Last Date2026-04-30
Exam Date2026-09-15
Vacancy17727 posts
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Can I Apply?

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Age: 18 to 32 | Qualification: Graduate

Education: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in any discipline.

Age Relaxation: OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwBD: +10 years, Ex-servicemen: as per norms.

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Application Steps

General guidance for government job applications — not specific to this exam. Always follow the exact steps in the official notice.

  1. Open the official notice or official website.
  2. Verify eligibility, documents, fee, and final dates.
  3. Complete registration and upload required documents.
  4. Submit the form and keep the confirmation copy safe.
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Documents Needed

Commonly required documents for government job applications — not specific to this exam. Confirm the exact list in the official notice.

  • Recent photo and signature in the required format.
  • ID proof and category certificates if applicable.
  • Educational mark sheets / degree certificates.
  • Any department-specific proofs mentioned in the official notice.
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Notification

Notification Date: 2026-04-01

Download Notification PDF

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Eligibility

Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in any discipline.

Applicable qualifications: Graduate

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Age Limit

18 to 32 years (as on notification date).

Age Relaxation: OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwBD: +10 years, Ex-servicemen: as per norms.

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Education

Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in any discipline.

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Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC₹100
SC / ST / PwBD / WomenNil (SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-servicemen exempted)
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Salary

₹25,500 – ₹1,51,100 (Level 4 to Level 8, 7th CPC Pay Matrix)

Salary Guide

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Important Dates

Notification Date2026-04-01
Application Start2026-04-01
Application Last Date2026-04-30
Admit Card Release
Exam Date2026-09-15
Result Date

Admit Card Updates Results Answer Key Exam Calendar

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Vacancy

17727 post(s).

Vacancy Details

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Selection Process

  1. Tier I (Computer Based Exam)
  2. Tier II (Computer Based Exam)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Medical Examination (post specific)
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Syllabus

Reasoning: Analogy, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Non-verbal Reasoning

General Awareness: Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science

Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Data Interpretation

English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Para Jumbles

Full Syllabus Page

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Exam Pattern

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
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Previous Papers

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Cut Off

YearCategoryMarks
2025General156.5
2025OBC148.2
2025SC132.7
2025ST128.4

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Recommended Books

  • Kiran SSC CGL Previous Papers
  • Lucent General Knowledge
  • Arihant Quantitative Aptitude
  • Plinth to Paramount (English)
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Preparation Tips

  • Start with NCERT books for General Awareness fundamentals.
  • Practice at least one full-length mock test every week closer to the exam.
  • Focus on speed and accuracy in Quantitative Aptitude — most candidates lose time here.
  • Revise current affairs of the last 6 months thoroughly.
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FAQ

Q: Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?
A: Yes, 0.50 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in Tier I and II.

Q: Can final-year students apply?
A: Yes, candidates awaiting their final results can apply provisionally.

Q: How many attempts are allowed?
A: There is no limit on the number of attempts, only the age limit applies.

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DepartmentSSC
Notification2026-04-01
Last Date2026-04-30
Exam Date2026-09-15

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