SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Big Opportunity for 12,256 Group B & C Posts

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Notification: The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Notification for approximately 12,256 Group B and Group C vacancies across various Ministries, Departments and Government organizations.

The Combined Graduate Level Examination (SSC CGL 2026) notification was released on May 21, 2026. Eligible graduate candidates can apply online through the official SSC website — ssc.gov.in from May 21 to June 22, 2026.

SSC CGL is one of the most competitive central government recruitment examinations in India and offers opportunities for posts including Assistant Section Officer, Income Tax Inspector, CBI Sub Inspector, Assistant Audit Officer, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, Postal Assistant and many more.

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Jobs Details

Total Vacancies

12,256 Posts

Salary

₹25,500 - ₹1,51,100

Job Post

Group B & Group C

Age Limit

18 – 32 Years

Last Apply Date

June 22, 2026

Application Fee

₹100

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026
Total Vacancies	Approximately 12,256
Posts	Group B & Group C
Application Mode	Online
Online Registration Dates	May 21 to June 22, 2026
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC CGL Important Dates

Candidates can check the important schedule below:

SSC Results Portal

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	May 21, 2026
Online Application Start Date	May 21, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	June 22, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	June 23, 2026
Application Correction Window	June 29 to July 1, 2026
Tier 1 Exam Date	August–September 2026
Tier 2 Exam Date	December 2026

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Details

SSC has announced vacancies for multiple Group B and Group C posts across various departments.

Major Posts Under SSC CGL 2026

Post Name	Pay Level
Assistant Audit Officer	Level 8
Assistant Accounts Officer	Level 8
Assistant Section Officer	Level 7
Income Tax Inspector	Level 7
Central Excise Inspector	Level 7
Examiner	Level 7
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Level 7
CBI Sub Inspector	Level 7
Junior Statistical Officer	Level 6
Auditor	Level 5
Accountant	Level 5
Postal Assistant	Level 4
Tax Assistant	Level 4

SSC CGL Salary

Selected candidates will receive salary according to pay levels under the 7th Pay Commission.

Government Job Listings

Pay Level	Salary
Level 4	₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Level 5	₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Level 6	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Level 7	₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Level 8	₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university by August 1, 2026.

Special Qualification for JSO

For Junior Statistical Officer posts:

• Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as a subject
  OR
• Minimum 60% marks in Mathematics in Class 12

Assistant Audit Officer Qualification

Candidates applying for AAO/AAcO posts should preferably possess:

• CA
• CMA
• CS
• MBA (Finance)
• M.Com

SSC CGL Age Limit

The age limit varies depending on the post.

Age Group	Date of Birth Range
18–27 Years	August 2, 1999 to August 1, 2008
20–30 Years	August 2, 1996 to August 1, 2006
18–30 Years	August 2, 1996 to August 1, 2008
18–32 Years (JSO)	August 2, 1994 to August 1, 2008

SSC CGL Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD General	10 Years
PwBD OBC	13 Years
PwBD SC/ST	15 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per rules

SSC CGL Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS Male	₹100
Women Candidates	Exempted
SC/ST	Exempted
PwBD	Exempted
Ex-Servicemen	Exempted

SSC CGL Selection Process

The selection process includes two Computer-Based Examinations.

Job Vacancy Notifications

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
English Comprehension	25	50

Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 200
Negative Marking: 0.50 Marks

SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject
Paper 1	Compulsory for all candidates
Paper 2	Statistics (For JSO Posts)
Paper 3	Finance & Economics (For AAO Posts)

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Exam Centres

The examination will be conducted across multiple SSC regions including:

Exam Preparation Courses

• Delhi
• Srinagar
• Jammu
• Chandigarh
• Mumbai
• Kolkata
• Chennai
• Bengaluru
• Hyderabad
• Guwahati
• Jaipur
• Lucknow
• Patna
• Ahmedabad

How to Apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:

1. Visit the official website — ssc.gov.in
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
3. Fill the online application form
4. Upload photograph and signature
5. Select exam centres and post preferences
6. Pay application fee online
7. Submit the application form
8. Download confirmation page

Documents Required for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Class 10 Certificate
• Graduation Marksheet/Degree
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Signature Scan

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Competition Level

The SSC CGL examination witnesses massive competition every year due to the high number of applicants and attractive central government job opportunities.

Posts like Income Tax Inspector, Assistant Section Officer, CBI SI and Assistant Audit Officer remain among the most preferred posts by candidates.

Important Instructions for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Candidates

• Applications will be accepted only in online mode
• Aadhaar authentication is strongly recommended
• Final allotment will depend on merit-cum-preference
• No re-evaluation facility will be available
• Incorrect reservation claims may lead to cancellation of candidature
• Candidates should preserve application documents for at least three years

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Latest Updates

SSC is expected to release detailed syllabus PDFs, admit cards, answer keys and examination city details in the coming months. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official SSC website for the latest updates.