SSC CGL 2026 notification
ENGAGEMENT OF SPECIALIST CADRE OFFICERS ON CONTRACT BASIS FOR WEALTH MANAGEMENT & PREMIER BANKING (INTERVIEW SCHEDULED ANNOUNCED FOR THE POST OF ZONAL HEAD (RETAIL))
- Published
- 9 November 2026
- Last date
- 18 December 2026
Verified 9 November 2026 · Read the official notice on sbi.co.in
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SSC CGL 2026 important dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 18 December | Open now |
SSC CGL eligibility
- Education
- A bachelor's degree from a recognised university or institute for most posts. Junior Statistical Officer needs a degree with at least 60 percent in Mathematics at 12th standard level, or a degree with Statistics as a subject. Statistical Investigator Grade-II needs a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or one of the related subjects listed in the notice. Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) also need proficiency in the state's official language at matriculation level.
- Final-year students
- Candidates in the final year of graduation can apply, but must hold the qualification on the date given in the notice.
- Age limit
- It differs by post: 18 to 27, 18 to 30, 20 to 30 or 18 to 32 years. The 2026 notice counted age on 1 August 2026.
- Age relaxation
- 5 years for SC and ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD (13 years for PwBD OBC and 15 years for PwBD SC and ST), 3 years for ex-servicemen after deducting military service, and other categories listed in the notice.
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from the countries listed in the notice to settle in India. The last categories need a certificate of eligibility.
SSC CGL exam pattern
- 1. Tier 1One objective paper of 100 questions and 200 marks in 1 hour: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension, 25 questions and 50 marks each, with a sectional timer of 15 minutes for each. 0.50 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Eligible scribe candidates get 1 hour 20 minutes.
- 2. Tier 2, Paper 1 (all posts)Section 1: Mathematical Abilities (30 questions) and Reasoning and General Intelligence (30 questions), 180 marks. Section 2: English Language and Comprehension (45) and General Awareness (25), 210 marks. Section 3: Computer Knowledge Test, 20 questions and 60 marks. Section 4: Data Entry Speed Test. 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. Sections 3 and 4 are qualifying.
- 3. Tier 2, Paper 2 and Paper 3Paper 2 is Statistics (100 questions, 200 marks) for Junior Statistical Officer and Statistical Investigator Grade-II. Paper 3 is General Studies (Finance and Economics) (100 questions, 200 marks) for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer. Each is 2 hours.
- 4. SelectionTier 1 shortlists candidates for Tier 2. The merit list is prepared on Tier 2 only: Section 1 and Section 2 marks of Paper 1 for most posts, with Paper 2 or Paper 3 added for the posts that have them. Qualifying standards are 30 percent for UR, 25 percent for OBC and EWS, and 20 percent for others.
- 5. Physical and medical testsOnly some posts need them, such as Inspector (Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer), Inspector and Sub-Inspector in CBN, Sub-Inspector or Junior Intelligence Officer in NCB, Sub-Inspector in CBI and NIA, and UDC or SSA in BRO. These are held after final selection by the user department.
SSC CGL syllabus
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Verbal and non-verbal questions: semantic, symbolic, number and figural analogy, classification and series, problem solving, word building, coding and decoding, numerical and symbolic operations, trends, space orientation and visualization, Venn diagrams, drawing inferences, pattern folding and unfolding, embedded figures, critical thinking, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning
- General Awareness
- Awareness of the environment and its application to society, current events, everyday observation in its scientific aspect, and India and its neighbours: history, culture, geography, economic scene, general policy and scientific research
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Whole numbers, decimals and fractions, percentage, ratio and proportion, square roots, averages, interest, profit and loss, discount, partnership, mixture and alligation, time and distance, time and work, algebra, geometry of triangles and circles, mensuration, trigonometry, heights and distances, histogram, frequency polygon, bar diagram and pie chart
- English Comprehension
- Ability to understand correct English, basic comprehension and writing ability
SSC CGL FAQ
›What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL?
The last date shown in the notice is 18 December. Confirm it on ssc.gov.in before applying.
›Who can apply for SSC CGL?
A citizen of India (or another category listed in the notice) with a bachelor's degree who is within the age limit for the post. Final-year students can apply if they hold the degree on the date in the notice. A few posts need specific subjects or a state language certificate.
›What is the age limit for SSC CGL?
It depends on the post: 18 to 27, 18 to 30, 20 to 30 or 18 to 32 years on the date in the notice. Relaxation is 5 years for SC and ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD, plus the other categories in the notice.
›How many tiers are there and which ones count for merit?
Two computer-based tiers. Tier 1 only shortlists candidates for Tier 2. The merit list is prepared on Tier 2 performance only, after qualifying its qualifying sections.
›Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?
Yes. Tier 1 deducts 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. In Tier 2, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
›What is the Tier 1 pattern?
100 questions and 200 marks in 1 hour: Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension, 25 questions each, with a 15 minute timer for each section.
›What are the minimum qualifying marks?
30 percent for UR, 25 percent for OBC and EWS, and 20 percent for all other categories, in Tier 1 and in the qualifying parts of Tier 2.
›What is the SSC CGL application fee?
Rs 100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen eligible for reservation pay no fee. The fee is not refunded.
›What is the salary of an SSC CGL officer?
Posts are between Pay Level 4 (Rs 25,500 to 81,100) and Pay Level 8 (Rs 47,600 to 1,51,100), depending on the post, plus allowances.
›What are the posts in SSC CGL?
Posts include Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Inspector (Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer), Assistant Enforcement Officer, Sub-Inspector in CBI, Auditor, Accountant and Tax Assistant. The exact list and vacancies are in each notice.
›Does SSC CGL have a physical test?
Only for a few posts, such as Inspector (Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer), Sub-Inspector in CBI, NIA, CBN and NCB, and UDC or SSA in BRO. Read the physical requirements before giving post preferences.
›What is the Data Entry Speed Test?
Section 4 of Tier 2 Paper 1. It is qualifying, and some posts need a higher standard of it, as given in the notice. Candidates exempted by the notice need not take it.