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SSC CGL 2026

Staff Selection Commission

Last date to apply
22 Jun 2026 Date passed

Can you apply?

Key dates

Notification out
21 May 2026
Applications open
21 May 2026
Applications close
22 Jun 2026
Admit card
27 Sep 2026 Expected
Exam
30 Sep 2026
Answer key
To be announced
Result
To be announced

Eligibility by post

Posts aged 18–30: Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Section Officer (most offices), Inspectors (Income Tax, Customs, CBIC, Posts) and others
Age limit
18–30 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university (final-year students can apply if they graduate by 01 Aug 2026)
State
All India
Posts aged 20–30: Assistant Section Officer in CSS, Railways, External Affairs and AFHQ; Sub Inspector in CBI
Age limit
20–30 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
State
All India
Junior Statistical Officer (age 18–32)
Age limit
18–32 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree with Statistics or Mathematics as required by the notice (check the exact subject rule)
State
All India
Posts aged 18–27: Auditor, Accountant, Upper Division Clerk, Tax Assistant and other Group C posts
Age limit
18–27 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
State
All India
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Common questions about SSC CGL 2026

SSC CGL 2026 is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission. It recruits for posts across India.

What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2026?

The last date to apply is 22 Jun 2026. Applications open on 21 May 2026.

When is the SSC CGL 2026 exam?

The exam date is 30 Sep 2026.

What is the age limit for SSC CGL 2026?

18–32 years depending on the post, counted as on 1 Aug 2026. How age is counted

Is there age relaxation in SSC CGL 2026?

Yes. The upper age limit is relaxed by 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC and 5 years for ST. Persons with disabilities get extra relaxation too — see the official notification for the exact years. Age relaxation explained

What qualification do I need for SSC CGL 2026?

At least: Graduate. The exact requirement differs by post — see “Eligibility by post” above.

When will the SSC CGL 2026 admit card be released?

The admit card date is 27 Sep 2026 (expected).

When will the SSC CGL 2026 result be declared?

The result date has not been announced yet. Follow this exam to get an alert as soon as it is.

Where is the official notification for SSC CGL 2026?

It is published by the Staff Selection Commission. Applications are made on ssc.gov.in. Open the official notification ↗

How do I know if I’m eligible for SSC CGL 2026?

Enter your date of birth, category, highest qualification and state once. We check them against every post’s age window, relaxation and minimum qualification — on your device, without an account. Check your eligibility