SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 Out Notification for Apply Online Group-B & Group-C 12,256 Posts

The official notification for the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 has just been released today, May 21, 2026! The Staff Selection Commission is opening up applications for thousands of graduate-level Group B and Group C posts across major central ministries, departments, and government offices. The Commission has announced 12,256 tentative vacancies for this year’s cycle. While this number is slightly lower than last year’s final count, it remains one of the largest central government recruitment drives of 2026

Important Dates : SSC CGL Examination 2026

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Selection Process : SSC CGL Examination 2026

The SSC CGL 2026 selection process is a streamlined, two-stage system consisting entirely of objective, online Computer-Based Tests (CBT). There are no interviews or descriptive pen-and-paper exams

Stage 1: Tier-I Exam (Qualifying Only): 

• Mode: Online (CBT) | Total Duration: 60 Minutes (1 hour)
• Question Type: 100 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) for a total of 200 marks.
• Sectional Timing: Introduces an explicit 15-minute sectional timer for each subject.
• Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted for every incorrect answer.

Stage 2: Tier-II Exam (Merit-Deciding):

1. Paper-I: Mandatory for all posts. It is conducted in two sessions on the exact same day.
2. Paper-II (Statistics): Only mandatory for candidates applying for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) or Statistical Investigator Grade-II positions. (Note: The separate Finance & Economics Paper-III for AAO roles has been officially discontinued for the 2026 cycle).

Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) & Final Merit List:

• Post Preferences: Candidates submit their final choices online for the specific departments and roles they want based on their tentative performance.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present their original educational degrees, identity proofs, and category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) directly to their respective alloted ministries or departments.
• Tie-Breaking: If two candidates secure equal marks in Tier-II, the tie is broken based on higher marks in Section-I of Paper-I, followed by Section-II, date of birth (older candidates preferred), and alphabetical order of names.

How to Apply?

Applying for the SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 is a completely online process managed through the official Staff Selection Commission website (ssc.gov.in).

Part 1: One-Time Registration (OTR): If you have already generated an OTR ID on the new SSC portal previously, you can skip this part and log in directly.

• Visit the Portal: Go to the official website at ssc.gov.in and click on the “Login or Register” button on the homepage, then choose “Register Now”.
• Fill Personal Details: Enter your basic data including your full Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Category. Enter your Aadhaar Number (or alternative Government ID like PAN/Voter ID) for identity verification.
• Contact Verification: rovide an active Mobile Number and Email ID. Enter the separate OTPs sent to both your phone and email to verify your contact information.
• Set Credentials: Input your 10th standard Roll Number and passing year. Set a strong password. Upon successful completion, your permanent Registration ID will be generated and sent via SMS/Email.

Part 2: Filling the Main CGL Application

1. Login to Dashboard: Go back to ssc.gov.in, log in using your newly generated Registration ID and Password, and fill out the security Captcha code.
2. Select CGL Examination: On your candidate dashboard under the “Live Applications” tab, find the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 card and click on the “Apply” button.
3. Enter Academic Details: Fill in your highest educational qualification, status (Passed or Appearing), graduation roll number, and passing year. Also, indicate if you wish to apply for specialized posts like JSO or Statistical Investigator Grade-II.
4. Choose Exam Centres: Select your preferred Exam Cities (Preferences 1, 2, and 3) from the dropdown menus within your preferred SSC Region.
5. Live Photo Capture & Signature: Live Photo: The new portal requires a live photo. Use a webcam or the official ‘mySSC’ mobile app to snap a clear, front-facing picture with a plain light background. Ensure you aren’t wearing a cap, spectacles, or a mask. 
6. Signature: Upload a scanned image of your signature signed with blue or black ink on a blank white sheet (file size between 10 KB to 20 KB).
7. Fee Payment: If you belong to Gen/OBC/EWS categories, pay the ₹100 application fee using Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or Credit Card. (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates are completely exempt).
8. Final Review & Print: Carefully preview your complete application form to catch any spelling mistakes. Click on “Final Submit”, download the system-generated PDF confirmation, and take a physical printout for your future verification records.

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