Staff Selection Commission · Group B & C posts in central ministries and departments
SSC CGL 2026: Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Eligibility, Cut-off & Mock Tests
The Combined Graduate Level exam recruits graduates for Group B and C posts such as Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Sub-Inspector, Auditor and Tax Assistant. Everything about the exam on one page, with free mock tests and previous year papers.
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Important dates
| Event | Date | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Apply online | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Admit card | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Tier 1 exam | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Tier 1 result | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Tier 2 exam | To be notified | To be notified | |
| Final result | To be notified | To be notified |
Check your eligibility
- ✓Assistant Section OfficerAge 20–30 +3
- ✓Inspector (CBIC, Examiner, Preventive Officer)Age 18–30 +3
- ✓Sub-Inspector (CBI, NIA)Age 20–30 +3
- ✓Junior Statistical OfficerAge 18–32 +3
- ✓Auditor, Accountant, UDC, Tax AssistantAge 18–27 +3
SSC CGL vacancies
Total, category-wise and post-wise vacancies appear here when the SSC CGL notification is released.
Eligibility and age limit
| Posts | Qualification | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Graduate | 20–30 |
| Inspector (CBIC, Examiner, Preventive Officer) | Graduate | 18–30 |
| Sub-Inspector (CBI, NIA) | Graduate | 20–30 |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Graduate with Mathematics (60%) in 12th, or Statistics in degree | 18–32 |
| Auditor, Accountant, UDC, Tax Assistant | Graduate | 18–27 |
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service |
Age is counted as on 1 August of the exam year.
Age limits differ by post — the notification lists the limit for every post.
Application fee
Selection process
- 1Tier 1Computer based · qualifying · 200 marks
- 2Tier 2Paper I for all · Paper II for JSO · Paper III for AAO
- 3Skill testsDEST and computer proficiency, for some posts
- 4Document verificationNo interview
SSC CGL exam pattern
Tier 1 60 minutes · 100 questions · 200 marks · −0.50 per wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier 2 · Paper I for all posts · −1 per wrong answer
| Module | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 45 | 135 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Computer Knowledge (qualifying) | 20 | 60 |
| Data Entry Speed Test (qualifying) | 1 task | — |
Paper II (Statistics, for Junior Statistical Officer) and Paper III (General Studies – Finance & Economics, for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer): 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours each.
SSC CGL syllabus
Subject by subject. The number on a topic is how many practice questions we have for it.
Quantitative Aptitude
Tier 1: 25 questions · 50 marksGeneral Intelligence & Reasoning
Tier 1: 25 questions · 50 marksEnglish Comprehension
Tier 1: 25 questions · 50 marksGeneral Awareness
Tier 1: 25 questions · 50 marksSSC CGL cut-offs
Year-wise official cut-offs for every category appear here once they are published.
SSC CGL salary by post
| Pay level | Posts | Pay scale | Approx. in-hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 8 | Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | ₹68,000+ |
| Level 7 | Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Sub-Inspector | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹62,000+ |
| Level 6 | Junior Statistical Officer, some Inspector posts | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹50,000+ |
| Level 5 | Auditor, Accountant | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹42,000+ |
| Level 4 | Upper Division Clerk, Tax Assistant | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹36,000+ |
Pay scales are from the 7th Pay Commission. In-hand pay depends on the city (HRA) and current dearness allowance.
SSC CGL mock tests and previous year papers
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SSC CGL frequently asked questions
What is the qualification for SSC CGL?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Junior Statistical Officer also needs Mathematics in 12th with at least 60% marks, or Statistics as a subject in graduation.
What is the age limit for SSC CGL?
It depends on the post: 18–27, 18–30, 20–30 or 18–32 years, counted as on 1 August of the exam year. OBC candidates get 3 extra years and SC/ST candidates get 5.
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?
Yes. Tier 1 deducts 0.50 marks per wrong answer. Tier 2 Paper I deducts 1 mark, and Papers II and III deduct 0.50.
Are Tier 1 marks counted in the final merit?
No. Tier 1 is qualifying; the final merit is based on Tier 2 marks.
Is there an interview in SSC CGL?
No. Selection is through Tier 1, Tier 2, skill tests for some posts and document verification.
Which is the highest-paying SSC CGL post?
Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer, at Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100).
Sources: SSC CGL 2026 notice (21-05-2026) (checked 14 Sept 2026). Always confirm in the official notice before applying.