SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 – Online Apply for 12256 Posts
SSC CGL RECRUITMENT 2026
Apply online for 12256 Group B and C posts in SSC.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific age limits: 18 to 27 years, 20 to 30 years, and 18 to 30 years depending on the post. There are also category-wise relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, and PwD candidates.
Educational Qualification
For the Junior Statistical Officer position, candidates need a Bachelor's Degree with at least 60% in Mathematics at the 12th standard level or a degree with Statistics as a subject. Other posts require a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General and OBC candidates, while SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen are exempt from fees. Payments can be made via debit/credit card, SBI Challan, or SBI net banking.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Application | 21st May 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 25th June 2026 |
| Reopening of Application | 23rd June 2026 to 25th June 2026 |
| Tier I Examination Date | August-September 2026 |
| Tier II Examination Date | December 2026 |
How to Apply
Steps to Apply Online
- Step 1:Visit the official SSC Recruitment Portal.
- Step 2:Click on the 'Online Application Form' and complete registration.
- Step 3:Log in using your credentials.
- Step 4:Fill in personal and educational details, and upload necessary documents.
- Step 5:Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Step 6:Submit the application form and print a copy for future reference.
Examination Scheme
The SSC CGL Examination consists of two tiers. Tier-I will have objective type questions with negative marking for wrong answers, while Tier-II will include compulsory papers for all posts.
Paper-II Eligibility
Paper-II will be applicable only for candidates who have applied for the positions of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) within the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, as well as for Statistical Investigator Grade-II in the Registrar General of India’s office under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Only those candidates who qualify in Tier-I for these roles will be eligible to take Paper-II.
Tier-II Examination Details
For comprehensive information regarding the Tier-II Examination, candidates should refer to the official notification.
FAQs of SSC CGL Exam 2026
What is the starting date to apply online for SSC CGL Recruitment?
The online application process for SSC CGL Recruitment begins on 21st May 2026.
What is the last date to apply online for SSC CGL Recruitment?
The final date to submit online applications for SSC CGL Recruitment is 25th June 2026.
How many posts are vacant under SSC CGL Recruitment?
There are a total of 12,256 vacant positions available under the SSC CGL Recruitment.
📋Job Summary
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the recruitment for approximately 12256 Group B and Group C posts through the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. Candidates aged between 18 to 30 years with a graduate degree can apply online from 21st May to 25th June 2026.