SSC CGL 2026: 12,256 Government Posts Now Open
The Staff Selection Commission has released its most-awaited annual exam — Combined Graduate Level 2026 — with 12,256 vacancies across respected central departments. For graduates chasing a genuinely stable government career, CGL remains one of the surest paths in, offering structured pay growth and postings across departments like Income Tax and Central Excise.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
- Age generally 18-30 or 20-30 depending on post, with standard relaxation
Pay & Application Window
- Vacancies: 12,256 across Group B & C
- Pay Scale: Rs 25,500 – 1,51,100
- Apply Between: 09 June 2026 – 04 July 2026
How to Apply
Register or log in at ssc.gov.in, fill the CGL form with precise academic details, and pay the fee before closing. Millions apply for CGL every cycle, so submitting early sidesteps server congestion near the deadline.
Exam Stages
Tier 1 and Tier 2 computer-based tests, followed by document verification and a skill/typing test for applicable posts. A subject-wise timetable covering aptitude, reasoning, English, and general awareness gives you the best shot at clearing both tiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a cap on the number of CGL attempts?
No cap exists as long as you’re within the age and educational eligibility window.
Q: Which CGL posts carry the highest pay level?
Assistant Audit Officer and Income Tax Inspector typically sit in the higher pay brackets — check the post-wise matrix.
Verify the full post-wise vacancy breakup in the official SSC notification before applying.