Update • EXAM NOTICEUpdated: 12 Oct 2026
Tier-I (Computer Based Test): admit card released
The admit card for Tier-I (Computer Based Test) has been released. The exam is on 30 Sep 2026.
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SSC CGL 2026 (Combined Graduate Level Examination)
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Total Vacancies
12,256 Posts
Qualification
Graduate
Apply Deadline
20 Jun 2026
Applications Closed
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Tier-I (Computer Based Test) — Admit Card Released
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Recruitment for Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts across Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.
OrganizationStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
CategorySSC
Typegovernment
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EXAM_NOTICEUpdated: 12 Oct 2026
Tier-I (Computer Based Test): admit card released
The admit card for Tier-I (Computer Based Test) has been released. The exam is on 30 Sep 2026.
Field Revision:Scheduled, Sep–Oct 2026 (Tentative — SSC Notice)→Admit card released, 30 Sep 2026
EXAM_NOTICEUpdated: 12 Oct 2026
Tier-I exam window: 30 Sep – 30 Oct 2026
Tier-I is being held in shifts from 30 September to 30 October 2026. Admit cards are released in phases a few days before each exam day. Your own date, shift and centre are on your admit card.
Important Dates & Schedule
What's next
Tier-I (Computer Based Test)
Was scheduled for 30 Sep – 30 Oct 2026. Check the official site for the latest status.
Applications open
21 May 2026
Last date to apply
20 Jun 2026
Tier-I (Computer Based Test)
Date passed — awaiting an official update · Admit card released
30 Sep – 30 Oct 2026
Tier-II (Computer Based Test)
To be announced
Document Verification
To be announced
| Event / Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 20 Jun 2026 |
Tier-I (Computer Based Test)ADMIT CARD OUT Held in shifts over several days. Admit cards are issued in phases a few days before each exam day; your own date, shift and centre are on your admit card. | 30 Sep – 30 Oct 2026Official Stage Notice |
Tier-II (Computer Based Test)NOT DECLARED | TBA |
Document VerificationNOT DECLARED | TBA |
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
Total Available Vacancies12,256 Posts
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized University.
Age Limit Criteria
Age Range18 to 30 Years
Calculated as of: 1 Aug 2026
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwD: +10 years
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Application Fee & Payment Modes
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Accepted Payment Modes:BHIM UPINet BankingVisaMastercard
Selection Process
1
Tier-I Examination (Computer Based Test — Qualifying)
2
Tier-II Examination (Computer Based Test — Merit Rank)
3
Document Verification & Medical Test
Exam Pattern
Tier-I
Computer Based · 1 hour · 100 questions · 200 marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer
Tier-II Paper-I
Computer Based · 2 hr 15 min · 150 questions · 450 marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 |
Negative marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II and Section-III
Compulsory for all posts. Session-I (135 mins: Section-I 60 mins, Section-II 60 mins, Section-III 15 mins). Session-II (15 mins) is Data Entry Speed Test (DEST).
Tier-II Paper-II (Statistics)
Computer Based · 2 hours · 100 questions · 200 marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics | 100 | 200 |
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer
Only for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Tier-II Paper-III (Finance and Economics)
Computer Based · 2 hours · 100 questions · 200 marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Accounts | 40 | 80 |
| Economics and Governance | 60 | 120 |
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer
Only for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer
As stated in the official notification. Check it for the final word.
Syllabus
Tier-I
General Intelligence and Reasoning24 topics
- Analogies, similarities and differences
- Space visualization and spatial orientation
- Problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making
- Visual memory, discrimination, observation
- Relationship concepts
- Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification
- Arithmetic number series and non-verbal series
- Coding and decoding
- Statement conclusion and syllogistic reasoning
- Semantic Analogy and Symbolic/Number Analogy
- Figural Analogy and Semantic Classification
- Symbolic/Number Classification and Figural Classification
- Semantic Series, Number Series, Figural Series
- Word Building, Coding & de-coding
- Numerical Operations and symbolic Operations
- Trends, Space Orientation, Space Visualization
- Venn Diagrams and Drawing inferences
- Punched hole/pattern-folding & un-folding
- Figural Pattern-folding and completion
- Indexing, Address matching, Date & city matching
- Classification of centre codes/roll numbers
- Small & Capital letters/numbers coding, decoding and classification
- Embedded Figures
- Critical thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Social Intelligence
General Awareness9 topics
- General awareness of the environment around the candidate and its application to society
- Current events knowledge
- Everyday observations and experience in scientific aspect
- History of India and neighboring countries
- Culture of India and neighboring countries
- Geography of India and neighboring countries
- Economic Scene of India and neighboring countries
- General Policy
- Scientific Research
Quantitative Aptitude17 topics
- Computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
- Square roots, Averages, Interest
- Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business
- Mixture and Alligation
- Time and distance, Time & Work
- Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds
- Graphs of Linear Equations
- Triangle and its various kinds of centres
- Congruence and similarity of triangles
- Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles
- Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle
- Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres
- Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base
- Trigonometric ratio, Degree and Radian Measures
- Standard Identities, Complementary angles, Heights and Distances
- Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar diagram & Pie chart
English Comprehension3 topics
- Candidates' ability to understand correct English
- Basic comprehension
- Writing ability
Tier-II Paper-I
Mathematical Abilities14 topics
- Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers
- Fundamental arithmetical operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages
- Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount
- Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and distance, Time and work
- Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems), Graphs of Linear Equations
- Geometry: Triangle and its various kinds of centres, Congruence and similarity of triangles
- Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles
- Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone
- Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base
- Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances (simple problems only)
- Standard Identities like sin2θ + cos2θ = 1
- Statistics and probability: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart
- Measures of central tendency: mean, median, mode, standard deviation
- Calculation of simple probabilities
Reasoning and General Intelligence11 topics
- Questions of both verbal and non-verbal type
- Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy
- Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation
- Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification
- Drawing inferences, Figural Classification
- Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding
- Semantic Series, Figural Pattern-folding and completion
- Number Series, Embedded figures, Figural Series
- Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
- Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence
- Coding and de-coding, Numerical operations
English Language and Comprehension10 topics
- Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure
- Synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage
- Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks
- Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting mis-spelt words
- Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution
- Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice of Verbs
- Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration
- Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage
- Cloze Passage
- Comprehension Passage (three or more paragraphs; based on book/story and current affairs report/editorial)
General Awareness9 topics
- General awareness of the environment around the candidate and its application to society
- Knowledge of current events
- Everyday observation and experience in scientific aspect
- History of India and neighboring countries
- Culture of India and neighboring countries
- Geography of India and neighboring countries
- Economic Scene of India and neighboring countries
- General policy of India and neighboring countries
- Scientific research
Computer Knowledge7 topics
- Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, CPU, input/output devices
- Computer memory, memory organization, back-up devices, PORTs, Windows Explorer, Keyboard shortcuts
- Software: Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint
- Working with Internet and e-mails: Web Browsing & Searching, Downloading & Uploading
- Managing an E-mail Account, e-Banking
- Basics of networking and cyber security: Networking devices and protocols
- Network and information security threats (hacking, virus, worms, Trojan etc.) and preventive measures
Tier-II Paper-II
Statistics18 topics
- Primary and Secondary data, Methods of data collection, Tabulation of data
- Graphs and charts, Frequency distributions, Diagrammatic presentation of frequency distributions
- Measures of Central Tendency: Mean, median and mode, Partition values (quartiles, deciles, percentiles)
- Measures of Dispersion: Range, quartile deviations, mean deviation, standard deviation, Measures of relative dispersion
- Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis: Types of moments and relationship, Meaning and measures of skewness and kurtosis
- Correlation and Regression: Scatter diagram, Simple correlation coefficient, Simple regression lines
- Spearman's rank correlation, Measures of association of attributes, Multiple and partial correlation (three variables)
- Probability Theory: Meaning and definitions of probability, Conditional and compound probability, Independent events, Bayes' theorem
- Random Variable and Probability Distributions: Expectation and Variance, Higher moments
- Binomial, Poisson, Normal and Exponential distributions, Joint distribution of two random variables (discrete)
- Sampling Theory: Concept of population and sample, Parameter and statistic, Sampling and non-sampling errors
- Sampling techniques: Simple random, stratified, multistage, multiphase, cluster, systematic, purposive, quota sampling
- Sampling distribution (statement only), Sample size decisions
- Statistical Inference: Point estimation and interval estimation, Properties of a good estimator, Methods of estimation
- Testing of hypothesis: Small sample and large sample tests, Tests based on Z, t, Chi-square and F statistic, Confidence intervals
- Analysis of Variance: Analysis of one-way and two-way classified data
- Time Series Analysis: Components of time series, Determinations of trend and seasonal variation by different methods
- Index Numbers: Meaning, Problems in construction, Types of index numbers, Different formulae, Base shifting, Splicing, Cost of living
Tier-II Paper-III
Finance and Accounts6 topics
- Fundamental principles and basic concept of Accounting
- Financial Accounting: Nature and scope, Limitations, Basic concepts and Conventions, GAAP
- Single and double entry, Books of original Entry, Bank Reconciliation, Journal, ledgers, Trial Balance, Rectification of Errors
- Manufacturing, Trading, Profit & loss Appropriation Accounts, Balance Sheet
- Capital and Revenue Expenditure, Depreciation Accounting, Valuation of Inventories
- Non-profit organisations Accounts, Receipts and Payments, Income & Expenditure Accounts, Bills of Exchange, Self-Balancing Ledgers
Economics and Governance19 topics
- Comptroller & Auditor General of India: Constitutional provisions, Role and responsibility
- Finance Commission: Role and functions
- Basic Concept of Economics: Definition, scope and nature of Economics, Methods of economic study, Central problems of an economy
- Production possibilities curve
- Theory of Demand and Supply: Meaning and determinants of demand, Law of demand, Elasticity of demand (Price, income and cross)
- Theory of consumer's behaviour: Marshallian approach and Indifference curve approach
- Meaning and determinants of supply, Law of supply and Elasticity of Supply
- Theory of Production and cost: Meaning and Factors of production, Law of variable proportions, Laws of returns to scale
- Forms of Market and price determination: Perfect Competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic Competition, Oligopoly
- Nature of the Indian Economy: Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services, problems and growth
- National Income of India: Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income
- Population: Size, rate of growth and implication on economic growth
- Poverty and unemployment: Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment
- Infrastructure: Energy, Transportation, Communication
- Economic Reforms in India: Economic reforms since 1991, Liberalisation, Privatisation, Globalisation and Disinvestment
- Money and Banking: Monetary/Fiscal policy, Role and functions of RBI, Commercial Banks, RRB, Payment Banks
- Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments
- Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003
- Role of Information Technology in Governance
As listed in the official notification. Check it for the final word.
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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- 1Application period for SSC CGL 2026 has ended.
- 2Check ssc.gov.in for Tier-I exam admit card and schedule.
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