SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out For 12,256 Vacancies, Apply Online At ssc.gov.in Till June 22, Check Key Dates Here

SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out:  The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CGL 2026 Notification on May 21, 2026, on its official website. Candidates interested in building their career in government departments like Income Tax, Customs, CBI, CBDT & CBEC, etc., can register online at ssc.gov.in. The notification PDF includes all details such as the application process, eligibility, vacancy, and exam dates. 

SSC CGL 2026 is conducted to fill approximately 12,256 vacancies across various government departments. The exam is held annually by the SSC to recruit eligible candidates for Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and government offices across India.

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SSC CGL 2026 Notification: Key Dates

The online application process for the SSC CGL 2026 has begun. The deadline to register is June 22, 2026. SSC CGL Tier 2 examination is tentatively scheduled between August and September 2026.

Here are the key dates related to the SSC CGL 2026 exam:

How to Apply For SSC CGL 2026?

Candidates can follow the given steps to apply online for the SSC CGL 2026:

Step 1: Go to the SSC official website at  ssc.gov.in/login.

Step 2: Click on the "New User? Register Now" option

Step 3: Enter the required details to register. You will get your registration number and password.

Step 4: Log in with your credentials and complete the SSC CGL 2026 application form. 

Step 5: Upload mandatory documents, including scanned copies of your signature and photograph.

Step 6: Pay the application fee and submit the form. 

SSC CGL 2026 Notification: Who’s Eligible?

Each post under the SSC CGL recruitment 2026 requires different eligibility criteria. In general, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. The age bracket must be between  18 and 32 years old, depending on the specific post as of 1 August 2026. However, there is age relaxation for reserved category candidates. Additionally, candidates must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan to be eligible for the exam. 

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SSC CGL selection process includes two stages, namely, Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. Candidates qualifying in the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam will be eligible for the Tier 2 exam, scheduled in December 2026. Final Selection is based on exam marks and merit list, and the selected candidates are allotted posts according to their rank and preferences.