SSC Combined Graduate Level CGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 12256 Posts

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📅 Important Dates

📢 Vacancy Breakdown

💳 Application Fee

🎯 Selection Process

1. Stage 1: Tier I Preliminary Exam
2. Stage 2: Tier II Main Exam
3. Stage 3: Tier III Descriptive Paper
4. Stage 4: Tier IV Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (if applicable)

Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 notification with a total of 12256 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026. This recruitment covers various posts across multiple government departments with detailed eligibility and pay scales.

Key Highlights

• Notification Date: 21 May 2026
• Application Start Date: 21 May 2026
• Application End Date: 22 June 2026 (11 PM)
• Exam Dates: Tier I in August-September 2026, Tier II in December 2026
• Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS; SC/ST/PH and all females exempted
• Correction Window: 29 June 2026 to 1 July 2026
• Age Limit: 18 to 27-32 years depending on post

Vacancy Details

The CGL recruitment includes posts like Junior Statistical Officer, Statistical Investigator Grade-II, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Sub Inspector, Auditor, Accountant, Postal Assistant, and more in departments such as Central Secretariat Service, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Railways, CBDT, CBIC, NHRC, and others. The pay level ranges from Level 4 to Level 7 with salary from ₹25500 to ₹142400.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. Specific posts like Junior Statistical Officer require mathematics/statistics qualification.
• Age: Minimum 18 years; maximum varies by post (27 to 32 years) as per SSC rules.
• Age relaxation available as per government norms.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 21 May 2026
• Application Last Date: 22 June 2026 (11:00 PM)
• Online Fee Payment Last Date: 23 June 2026
• Correction Dates: 29 June 2026 to 1 July 2026
• Tier I Exam: August-September 2026
• Tier II Exam: December 2026

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
• SC/ST/PH and Female candidates: No fee
• Correction Fee: ₹200 (first time), ₹500 (second time)
• Fee Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI

How to Apply

Candidates must register through the SSC’s One-Time Registration system on the official SSC website. The application photograph must be uploaded live via webcam or SSC App ensuring a proper light/white background. Candidates should carefully review all filled details before final submission and pay the required fee if applicable. Copies of documents like ID proof, photograph, signature, and thumb impression must be ready beforehand.

Applicants can find guidance and support for the application process and exam preparation on JobOne.in. Candidates are also encouraged to check the detailed SSC CGL syllabus PDF and other updates on SSC jobs 2026 section.

Selection Process

• Tier I (Preliminary Exam)
• Tier II (Main Exam)
• Tier III (Descriptive Paper)
• Tier IV (Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test, if applicable)

Shortlisted candidates will be called for subsequent stages according to SSC guidelines.

Candidates can also review latest exam results and download admit cards via JobOne.in portal for convenience.

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