Notice of Advertisement for Group 'B' and Group 'C' Posts
For the first time in SSC CGL, a sectional timer of **15 minutes** is implemented for each subject in Tier-I. Subjects cannot be switched before the timer expires.
The age limit will be reckoned as of **August 1, 2026** (`01.08.2026`). Age limits vary from 18-27, 20-30, 18-30, up to 18-32 years depending on the post code.
Must possess graduation degree by **01.08.2026**. Special posts like JSO (statistics/12th math) and Statistical Investigator Grade-II (statistics/economics/maths degree) have specific subject mandates.
Posts like Inspector (Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer), CBI/NIA/NCB Sub-Inspector, and CBN Sub-Inspector require mandatory physical tests and measurements.
Explore all Central Government posts offered through SSC CGL 2026. Click on any row to expand details, basic pay range, physical requirements, and qualifications.
| ID | Post Name & Department | Pay Level | Group | Age Limit | Physical Required | Educational Requirement |
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Enter your details to check exactly which central government posts you are eligible for. The calculator applies age relaxations according to your category and evaluates specific educational requirements.
Enter your physical metrics to evaluate eligibility for posts with physical requirements (CBIC, CBN, CBI, NIA, NCB). Leave these fields empty to skip physical verification.
The examination consists of a Tier-I and a Tier-II test. In CGL 2026, **Sectional Timers** are introduced for both tiers, forcing strict time constraints.
Mandatory screening test. Marks scored in Tier-I are normalized but NOT added to final merit (qualifying only). Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
Determines final merit rank list. Penalty of 1.00 mark for each wrong answer in Paper-I sections.
The 2026 Notification has introduced strict subject-level timers within Tier-II Sections, completely changing time management strategies compared to 2025.
| Exam Phase | SSC CGL 2025 Rules | SSC CGL 2026 Rules (NEW) |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | 60 Minutes composite time for all 4 subjects. Free navigation allowed. | 15 Minutes strictly per subject. No switching allowed. |
| Tier-II Section-I (Math & Reasoning) | 1 Hour composite time. Candidates could allocate 45m to Math and 15m to Reasoning. | 30 Minutes strictly for Math, followed by 30 Minutes strictly for Reasoning. |
| Tier-II Section-II (English & GA) | 1 Hour composite time. Candidates could freely jump between English and GA. | 40 Minutes strictly for English, followed by 20 Minutes strictly for GA. |
SSC CGL 2026 has introduced strict, system-enforced sectional timers for both Tier-I and Tier-II. Review the sequence of subjects, exact durations, negative marking schemes, and automatic transition rules below.
In the event of a tie in scores of candidates in Tier-II examination, merit will be decided by applying the following criteria, one after another in the given order, till the tie is resolved:
Covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, and statistical/probability charts:
Covers both verbal and non-verbal reasoning topics:
Designed to test grammar usage, sentence structure, vocabulary, and reading comprehension:
Tests awareness of environment, current affairs, and foundational academic subjects:
Basic computer literacy required for qualifying Paper-I:
If you experience difficulties filling up the application form, contact your concerned Regional SSC Office helpline:
Nine-year history of final allocated vacancies (source: SSC notices). 2026 figure is the tentative 12,256 from the 21-May-2026 Notification (Para 3.1); SSC will release the post-wise breakdown in a separate notice. 2025 final: 15,130.
| Change | CGL 2025 | CGL 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I sectional timer | No (60 min total) | 15 min per section |
| Tier-II Paper-I Section-I | 60 min total (Math + Reasoning combined) | 30 min Math + 30 min Reasoning (hard split) |
| AAO recruitment (Paper-III) | No | Yes |
| Vacancies | 15,130 (final) · initial 14,582 | 12,256 (tentative) |