The Staff Selection Commission has issued the Tier 1 admit card for the Combined Graduate Level recruitment on 27 September 2026; the Tier 1 computer-based tests will be conducted from 30 September 2026 to 30 October 2026 for a total of 12,256 posts, and candidates can download their exam city intimation slip and hall ticket from the official SSC portal using their application number and date of birth.
Admit Card Release and Download Instructions
The admit card and exam city details were published on 27 September 2026 and are available through the SSC candidate login. Candidates must download and carry a printed copy of the hall ticket to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID.
- Visit the official SSC candidate login to download the admit card: https://ssc.gov.in/login
- Enter Application Number and Date of Birth and submit to view the admit card.
- Download, save and print the admit card for future reference.
- Candidates can also check application status and exam city intimation via the same login.
Important Dates
The recruitment process and related events follow scheduled dates announced by the Commission; candidates should verify details on the official website.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date (Tier-1) | 21 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date (Tier-1) | 25 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Date (Tier-1) | 26 June 2026 |
| Correction Date (Tier-1) | 01 to 03 July 2026 |
| Exam City Details (Tier-1) | 21 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Date (Tier-1) | 27 September 2026 |
| Exam Date (Tier-1) | 30 September 2026 to 30 October 2026 |
| Tier-2 Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Tier-2 Exam City Date | 10 Days Before the Exam Date |
| Tier-2 Admit Card | 3 to 4 Days Before the Exam Date |
Vacancy and Eligibility Overview
The recruitment covers multiple posts under SSC CGL 2026 with a combined total of 12,256 vacancies; eligibility varies by post and candidates should consult the notification for full details.
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Junior Statistical Officer | Bachelor’s degree in any stream with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at the 12th (Intermediate) level, OR Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the subjects, OR equivalent eligibility from any recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Bachelor’s degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects OR equivalent eligibility from any recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Research Assistant in the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) | Bachelor’s degree in any stream OR equivalent eligibility from any recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| All Other Posts | Bachelor’s degree in any stream OR equivalent eligibility from any recognized university/board/institution in India. |
Application Fee and Age Limit
Fee structure and age requirements are set by the Commission and vary by category and post; candidates should refer to the official notification for category-specific details.
- Application fee: Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹100; SC/ST/PH/Female: ₹0.
- Correction Fee: First time ₹200; second time ₹500.
- Age: Minimum 18 years; maximum between 27 to 32 years depending on the post (as on 01.08.2026).
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Tier 1 is a one-hour computer-based test with four sections; Tier 2 consists of multiple papers, including subject-specific papers and qualifying tests for certain posts.
Tier 1: CBT Pattern
Tier 1 contains four sections carrying a total of 200 marks; negative marking applies for incorrect answers.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
Exam duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer.
Tier 2: Papers and Pattern
Tier 2 includes Paper 1 (multiple modules), Paper 2 (Statistics for relevant posts) and additional qualifying tests where applicable.
| Paper/Section | Module/Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Section 1 | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 60×3 = 180 | 1 Hour | 23% |
| Paper 1 — Section 1 | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 60×3 = 180 | 1 Hour | 23% |
| Paper 1 — Section 2 | English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 70×3 = 210 | 1 Hour | 35% |
| Paper 1 — Section 2 | General Awareness | 25 | — | — | 19% |
| Paper 1 — Section 3 | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 20×3 = 60 | 15 Minutes | Qualifying |
| Paper 1 — Section 3 | Data Entry Speed Test | One Data Entry Task | — | 15 Minutes | Qualifying |
| Paper 2 | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | — |
Selection Process and Next Steps
The selection will be carried out through multiple phases including CBTs, skill/typing tests where required, and document verification, with final selection based on merit and post preference.
- Tier-1 Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Tier-2 CBT + Skill Test (DEST) + CPT (for selected posts)
- Interview Test (if required)
- Skill Test (if required)
- Document Verification
- Final selection based on merit and post preference
Answer key and result dates for Tier 1 and Tier 2 will be notified later by the Commission.
Salary Structure
Pay levels and corresponding monthly pay ranges are provided for recruited posts under SSC CGL 2026.
| Pay Level | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Level 4 | 25,500/- to 81,100/- per month |
| Level 5 | 29,200/- to 92,300/- per month |
| Level 6 | 35,400/- to 1,12,400/- per month |
| Level 7 | 44,900/- to 1,42,400/- per month |
| Level 8 | 47,600/- to 1,51,100/- per month |
Official Links and Notices
Candidates should use only the official Commission links for downloads and official notices to ensure authenticity and accuracy.
- Official website: https://ssc.gov.in/
- Admit card / candidate login: https://ssc.gov.in/login
- Candidate portal (one-time registration): https://ssc.gov.in/candidate-portal/one-time-registration/home-page
- Exam city details (Tier-1 notice): https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/cgle_2026_city_live_21092026.pdf
- Exam date notice (Tier-1): https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Important%20Notice%202026_cgle_2026_12092026.pdf
- Re-open form notice: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/CGLE_Reopen_23062026.pdf
- Recruitment notification: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_adv_cgl_2026.pdf
