SSC CGL Notification 2026 Out for 12,256 Posts – Start Your Government Career Journey with The Prayas India
The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the SSC CGL 2026 Notification for 12,256 vacancies across various prestigious Group B and Group C posts in Central Government departments and ministries. Every year, lakhs of aspirants compete in the SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination to secure high-paying government jobs in departments like Income Tax, CBI, Customs, Central Secretariat, Enforcement Directorate, and more.
With the online application process now started from 21st May 2026, this is the perfect time for serious aspirants to begin their preparation with expert guidance from The Prayas India — one of the leading institutes for SSC CGL preparation in Mumbai.
SSC CGL Notification 2026 Official PDF
SSC CGL 2026 Notification Released
The Staff Selection Commission has released the official SSC CGL 2026 Notification PDF announcing 12,256 vacancies. Candidates can now apply online through the official SSC portal.
Latest SSC CGL 2026 Update
- Notification Release Date: 21st May 2026
- Total Vacancies: 12,256
- Online Application Started: 21st May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 22nd June 2026
- Tier 1 Exam: August–September 2026
- Tier 2 Exam: December 2026
A major change introduced this year is the introduction of sectional timing in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations. This makes strategic preparation more important than ever.
SSC CGL 2026 Exam Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CGL 2026 |
| Full Form | Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level |
| Conducting Body | SSC |
| Total Vacancies | 12,256 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Eligibility | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 32 Years |
| Selection Process | Tier 1 + Tier 2 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 21st May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 21st May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22nd June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22nd June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 29th June to 1st July 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | August–September 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | December 2026 |
SSC CGL 2026 Vacancy Details
This year, SSC has announced 12,256 vacancies for multiple Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries and departments.
| S. No. | Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Classification of Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-8 (₹ 47600 to 151100): | ||||
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre) |
Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG) | Group “B” Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) | 18-30 years |
| 2 | Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre) |
Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG) | Group “B” Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) | 18-30 years |
| 3 | Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) |
Indian Audit & Accounts Department under O/o Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG) | Group “B” Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) | 18-30 years |
| S. No. | Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Classification of Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-7 (₹ 44900 to 142400): | ||||
| 1 | Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | Group “B” | 20-30 years |
| 2 | Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 3 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railways | Group “B” | 20-30 years |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | Group “B” | 20-30 years |
| 5 | Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | Group “B” | 20-30 years |
| 6 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 7 | Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 8 | Inspector of Income Tax | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 9 | Inspector (Central Excise) | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 10 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) | |||
| 11 | Inspector (Examiner) | |||
| 12 | Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Department of Revenue | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 13 | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | Group “B” | 20-30 years |
| 14 | Inspector Posts | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 15 | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| S. No. | Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Classification of Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-6 (₹ 35400 to 112400): | ||||
| 1 | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 2 | Executive Assistant | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 3 | Research Assistant | National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 4 | Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 5 | Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 6 | Sub-Inspector/ Junior Intelligence Officer | Narcotics Control Bureau (MHA) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 7 | Junior Statistical Officer | Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation. | Group “B” | 18-32 years |
| 8 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Ministry of Home Affairs | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 9 | Office Superintendent | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| 10 | Section Head | Director General of Foreign Trade | Group “B” | 18-30 years |
| S. No. | Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Classification of Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-5 (₹ 29200 to 92300): | ||||
| 1 | Auditor | Offices under C&AG | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 2 | Auditor | Offices under CGDA | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 3 | Auditor | Other Ministry/ Departments | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 4 | Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 5 | Accountant | Controller General of Accounts | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 6 | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Other Ministry/ Departments | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| S. No. | Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Classification of Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-4 (₹ 25500 to 81100): | ||||
| 1 | Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 2 | Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres. | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 3 | Senior Administrative Assistant | Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 4 | Tax Assistant | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 5 | Tax Assistant | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
| 6 | Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | Group “C” | 18-27 years |
SSC CGL Vacancy Trend (Previous Years)
Major Changes in SSC CGL 2026
SSC has introduced some important updates this year:
- Sectional Timing was introduced in Tier 1 and Tier 2
- Separate Paper 2 for JSO posts
- Separate Paper 3 for AAO posts
- AAO and Assistant Accounts Officer posts added again
These changes make professional coaching and exam strategy more important for aspirants.
SSC CGL 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Most Posts
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university.
For Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- MBA, CA, CMA, CS, M.Com preferred.
For Junior Statistical Officer
- 60% marks in Maths in Class 12
OR - Statistics as a subject in graduation.
SSC CGL 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age varies post-wise up to 32 years.
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per SSC rules.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
SSC CGL 2026 Selection Process
The SSC CGL selection process consists of two stages:
Tier 1
- Objective CBT Exam
- Qualifying in nature
Tier 2
- Merit-deciding stage
- Includes multiple papers depending on the post selected
Final selection depends on:
- Tier 2 performance
- Post preference
- Merit ranking
SSC CGL 2026 Revised Exam Pattern
Tier 1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
SSC CGL 2026 Syllabus Overview
The SSC CGL syllabus includes:
Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Data Interpretation
- Mensuration
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Science
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Error Detection
Reasoning
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Classification
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
SSC CGL 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM | Exempted |
The application fee can be paid online through:
- UPI
- Net Banking
- Debit Cards
SSC CGL Salary Structure
| Posts | Level | Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Initial Pay | Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer (AAO) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | ₹4800 | ₹47,600 | ₹65,000 – ₹75,000 |
| Assistant Section Officer (CSS) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Income Tax) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Central Excise) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Examiner) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Sub Inspector (CBI) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹4200 | ₹35,400 | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Divisional Accountant | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹4200 | ₹35,400 | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Sub Inspector (NIA) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹4200 | ₹35,400 | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Auditor | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹2800 | ₹29,200 | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Accountant/Junior Accountant | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹2800 | ₹29,200 | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Tax Assistant (CBEC) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹2400 | ₹25,500 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 |
| Tax Assistant (CBDT) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹2400 | ₹25,500 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 |
How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official SSC website
- Click on SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online
- Register using mobile number and email ID
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print the application form
Why The Prayas India is the Best Choice for SSC CGL Preparation?
Preparing for SSC CGL requires proper strategy, expert guidance, mock tests, and regular practice. The Prayas India has become one of the most trusted names for SSC coaching because of its result-oriented preparation approach.
Expert Faculty Team
Learn from experienced mentors who understand the latest SSC pattern, sectional timing strategy, and shortcut techniques.
Complete SSC CGL Coverage
The institute provides complete preparation for:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English
- General Awareness
- Reasoning
- Mock Tests
- Tier 2 Preparation
Regular Mock Tests & Analysis
Students get access to:
- Full-length mock tests
- Sectional tests
- Performance analysis
- Time management strategies
Updated Study Material
The study material is regularly updated according to the latest SSC pattern and syllabus changes.
Personal Mentorship
Individual doubt-solving sessions and mentor guidance help students improve weaker sections effectively.
Affordable Fees & Flexible Batches
Both online and offline batches are available for working professionals and college students.
Proven Track Record
Many students from The Prayas India have successfully cleared SSC, Banking, Railways, and other competitive exams.
Start Your SSC CGL 2026 Preparation Today
With 12,256 vacancies announced and competition increasing every year, early preparation can give you a major advantage. The introduction of sectional timing makes smart preparation and regular practice extremely important.
Join The Prayas India and prepare with expert guidance, structured study plans, and exam-focused strategies to maximize your SSC CGL 2026 score.
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Conclusion
The SSC CGL 2026 Notification has opened a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a secure and prestigious government career. With attractive salaries, promotions, and central government benefits, SSC CGL remains one of the top competitive exams in India.
Candidates should complete their application process before the deadline and start preparation immediately. A strategic preparation plan along with expert mentorship can significantly improve your chances of success.
If you are serious about cracking SSC CGL 2026, The Prayas India can help you build the right foundation and exam strategy to achieve your government job dream.
FAQs
SSC has announced 12,256 vacancies for SSC CGL 2026.
The last date to apply online is 22nd June 2026.
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
Yes, 0.50 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in Tier 1.
The age limit varies between 18 to 32 years depending on the post.
With increasing competition and sectional timing, proper coaching, mock tests, and expert guidance can significantly improve performance.
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