SSC CGL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 12,256 Group B and Group C Posts

Candidates targeting central government desk, audit, tax, statistics and investigation-related posts should treat SSC CGL 2026 as a broad recruitment rather than a single-post vacancy. The notification covers about 12,256 tentative Group B and Group C vacancies, but post preference, age band, education condition and physical standards can differ by post. A simple graduation degree is enough for many posts, while Junior Statistical Officer, Statistical Investigator and audit/account posts need closer eligibility checking.

Table of Contents

• Quick Overview
• Should You Read This Job Post?
• Vacancy Details, Eligibility and Salary
• Important Dates, Fee and Age Limit
• Salary and Posting Value
• Selection Process
• Documents You Should Keep Ready
• How to Apply
• Quick FAQs

Quick Overview

Should You Read This Job Post?

Read this if

• You are a graduate looking for central government Group B or Group C posts through one common examination.
• You are open to ministries, departments, constitutional bodies, tribunals and offices across India.
• You can prepare for a two-tier computer-based examination and then handle post preference carefully.
• You are considering statistics, audit, tax, assistant, inspector, accountant or clerical-level central government roles.

You may skip this if

• You do not have, and will not have, the required graduation result by 01.08.2026.
• You want a fixed state-wise vacancy before applying, because SSC has stated that state-wise and zone-wise vacancies are not collected by the Commission.
• You are applying only for a physical-standard post but do not want to verify the medical and physical requirements before choosing preferences.

Vacancy Details, Eligibility and Salary

Group B posts

These roles usually suit candidates who want higher responsibility, better pay level and broader departmental exposure. Candidates choosing inspector, sub-inspector or similar posts should verify physical, medical and departmental standards before placing them high in preference.

Group C posts

These posts generally suit graduates who want central government service with clerical, accounts, tax assistance or departmental support responsibilities. The lower age band makes early application planning important for fresh graduates.

Statistics and audit-linked posts

Junior Statistical Officer, Statistical Investigator and audit/account posts need special attention because the eligibility is not identical to all other CGL posts. Candidates should confirm the subject, marks and desirable qualification conditions before assuming that a normal graduation degree covers every post preference.

Important Dates, Fee and Age Limit

Salary and Posting Value

The official pay levels range from Pay Level 4 to Pay Level 8, depending on the post. This means the basic pay ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 at Pay Level 4 and goes up to ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 at Pay Level 8 for selected higher-level posts.

Practical salary note: do not compare only the highest CGL pay level with every post. Your final salary value depends on the post allotted, department, city, allowances applicable under government rules and the preference choices you submit after the examination stage.

Selection Process

The SSC CGL 2026 selection process is based on a two-tier computer-based examination. Tier-I is used for shortlisting candidates for Tier-II, and the final merit is prepared according to the rules specified for the relevant post group and Tier-II papers or sections.

After examination results, document verification and any post-specific physical, medical or departmental standards are handled as per the requirements of the user department. Candidates should not ignore these standards while selecting post preferences.

Documents You Should Keep Ready

• Active SSC One Time Registration details, if already created on the new SSC website.
• Class 10 certificate for name and date of birth verification.
• Graduation degree, mark sheets and proof of result declaration by the required cut-off date.
• Statistics, mathematics or subject proof if applying for JSO or Statistical Investigator eligibility.
• Valid category certificate for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD or ESM claim, wherever applicable.
• Disability certificate in the prescribed format if claiming PwBD/PwD benefits, scribe or compensatory time.
• Scanned signature in the prescribed format and access to webcam or mobile device for live photograph capture.
• Valid photo identity proof and a working mobile number and email address.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SSC website and complete One Time Registration on the new portal if you have not already done it.
2. Log in with your registration credentials.
3. Open the apply link for Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 under the latest notifications section.
4. Fill the application form carefully, including education, category, age-relaxation and post-specific eligibility details.
5. Capture the live photograph as instructed and upload the signature in the prescribed format.
6. Preview the form and check every field before final submission.
7. Pay the application fee online if you are not exempted.
8. Submit the form before 22.06.2026, 23:00 hours, and save the final application copy for records.

Quick FAQs

What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application submission is 22.06.2026 up to 23:00 hours.

How many vacancies are available in SSC CGL 2026?

SSC has notified approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies. Updated post-wise and category-wise vacancies may be published later on the SSC website.

Can final-year graduation students apply?

Yes, candidates who have appeared in final year can apply, but they must possess the required educational qualification as on 01.08.2026.

Is a normal bachelor’s degree enough for every CGL post?

No. A bachelor’s degree is enough for many posts, but JSO, Statistical Investigator and certain audit/account or state-cadre posts have additional subject or language conditions.

Is the application fee refundable?

No. The official notice states that fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances.

Are physical standards required for all posts?

No. Physical, medical or physical test standards apply only to specific posts such as certain inspector and sub-inspector posts. Candidates should verify these before filling post preferences.

Will SSC provide state-wise vacancies?

SSC has stated that state-wise and zone-wise vacancies are not collected by the Commission. Candidates may need to approach the concerned user departments for such information.