12,256 Posts
The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CGL 2026 (Combined Graduate Level) notification on 21 May 2026 for 12,256 vacancies across Group B and Group C posts in central government departments — including the Income Tax Department, Customs & Excise, CBI, Enforcement Directorate, and more. With over 28 lakh applicants this year, it's one of the most competitive government exams in the country.
The Tier 1 Computer-Based Exam is expected between August and September 2026, with the exact date-wise, shift-wise schedule to be announced separately by SSC. Active SSC CGL WhatsApp groups are where serious aspirants get same-day alerts the moment SSC releases the exam date, city intimation slip, or admit card.
Key Details at a Glance
| Total Vacancies | 12,256 |
| Applicants | 28+ lakh |
| Tier 1 Exam | August–September 2026 (exact date awaited) |
| Tier 2 Exam | December 2026 (tentative) |
| Age Limit | 18–32 years (post-dependent, no attempt limit within age limit) |
| Pay Level | Level 4–8 (7th CPC) — up to ₹47,600–₹1,51,100 for AAO posts |
Always confirm exact exam dates and city details on ssc.gov.in — this page will be updated once SSC officially announces the Tier 1 schedule.
Join Active SSC CGL Groups
📚 Tier 1 Syllabus & Study Material
Section-wise syllabus, free PDFs, and daily practice sets for Quant, Reasoning, English & GK.
JOIN NOW📅 Exam Date & Admit Card Alerts
Same-day updates when SSC releases the Tier 1 schedule, city slip, or admit card.
JOIN NOW📊 Mock Tests & Expected Cutoff
Daily mock links, post-wise expected cutoffs, and answer discussion after each shift.
JOIN NOWSSC CGL Tier 1 — What's Changed This Year
- Sectional timing introduced in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 — you can no longer freely shift time between sections, so practice under section-locked mock conditions.
- AAO posts are back — Assistant Audit Officer (Central & State Cadre) and Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) reintroduced this cycle, both carrying Pay Level 8.
- Tier 2 restructured to 3 papers including AAO-specific content for applicable candidates.
Preparation Priority for the Final Weeks
- Speed over new topics: With Tier 1 imminent, focus on timed full mocks rather than starting new chapters.
- Weakest section first: Identify your lowest-scoring section from recent mocks and dedicate extra daily time there.
- Current Affairs: Revise the last 6 months — General Awareness carries fixed, memorizable marks that are easy points if prepared well.
⚠️ Beware of Fake Admit Card / Result Links
Download your admit card only from the official regional SSC website. Fake "SSC CGL admit card download" links shared in groups or SMS often lead to phishing pages asking for personal or banking details — never enter sensitive information outside ssc.gov.in.
Disclaimer: We are an independent informational directory and are not affiliated with the Staff Selection Commission. Always verify exam dates, admit card, and results on the official SSC website. Group links are community submitted.