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The Staff Selection Commission has started the SSC CGL 2026 application process for Group B and Group C posts; Tier-I exams are scheduled for August-September 2026.
The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the notification for the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 and opened the online application process for recruitment to various Group B and Group C posts across ministries, departments and government organisations.
Candidates can now apply online through the official SSC portal beginning May 21, 2026. The recruitment drive is expected to fill around 12,256 vacancies in different central government departments.
Applicants are advised to carefully read the detailed notification, including eligibility criteria, age limits, exam pattern and post-wise details, before submitting their forms.
SSC CGL 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | May 21, 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | June 22, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last date for fee payment | June 23, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application correction window | June 29 to July 1, 2026 |
| Tier-I Examination | August-September 2026 |
| Tier-II Examination | December 2026 |
| SSC Helpline Number | 1800 309 3063 |
SSC CGL 2026 Vacancies
The commission has announced approximately 12,256 vacancies under the SSC CGL 2026 recruitment drive.
However, SSC clarified that the current vacancy count is provisional and category-wise as well as post-wise details will be released separately on the official website in due course.
The recruitment examination is conducted annually for several central government positions, including:
- Assistant Section Officer
- Inspector
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Junior Statistical Officer
- Tax Assistant
- Other Group B and Group C posts
How To Apply For SSC CGL 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the online application process:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Click on the SSC CGL 2026 notification or application link on the homepage.
- Complete the one-time registration process if not already registered.
- Fill in personal, academic and communication details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
SSC CGL 2026 Exam Schedule
According to the schedule released by SSC, the Tier-I Computer-Based Examination will be conducted between August and September 2026.
Candidates qualifying in Tier-I will appear for the Tier-II Computer-Based Examination, tentatively scheduled for December 2026.
The commission is expected to announce results for each phase after completion of the respective examination process.
What Candidates Should Check Before Applying
Before filling out the application form, candidates should verify:
- Educational qualifications
- Age criteria
- Reservation rules
- Exam pattern and syllabus
- Post preferences
- Required documents and photo specifications
The SSC CGL examination remains one of the most sought-after government recruitment exams in India due to the large number of vacancies and opportunities in central government services.