SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 12,256 Group B & Group C Posts

The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 notification for approximately 12,256 vacancies in various Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries and departments. Graduate candidates from across India can now apply online through the official SSC portal.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 21 May 2026
• Online Application Start: 21 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 22 June 2026
• Tier-I Exam: August–September 2026
• Tier-II Exam: December 2026 (Tentative)

Vacancy Details

• Exam Name: SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026
• Total Vacancies: 12,256 Posts
• Job Category: Central Government Jobs
• Posts Include:
  • Assistant Section Officer
  • Income Tax Inspector
  • Auditor
  • Excise Inspector
  • Junior Statistical Officer
  • Accountant
  • CBI Sub Inspector and more

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
• Certain posts may require specific subjects like Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 32 Years (varies by post)
• Age relaxation applicable as per government norms.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
• SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: Exempted

Selection Process

The SSC CGL 2026 recruitment process includes:

1. Tier-I Computer Based Examination
2. Tier-II Examination
3. Document Verification

Major Changes in SSC CGL 2026

• 15-minute sectional timing introduced in Tier-I
• Paper-III added for specific finance/account posts
• Increased competition expected due to high applications

Key Highlights

• SSC CGL 2026 Notification Released
• Total 12,256 vacancies announced
• Graduate candidates eligible to apply
• Excellent opportunity for central government jobs
• Online applications active till 22 June 2026

Official Website

SSC Official Portal