The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. Eligible graduate candidates can apply online for 12,256 vacancies across various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations. The online application window is open from 21 May 2026 to 22 June 2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully before applying.
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
Criteria
Age
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
27 – 32 Years (Post Wise)
Age relaxation is applicable as per SSC CGL 2026 Recruitment Rules.
Vacancy Details – Total 12,256 Posts
Post Name
Department
Age Limit
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Central Secretariat Service
20–30 Years
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Intelligence Bureau
18–30 Years
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Ministry of Railways
20–30 Years
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Ministry of External Affairs
20–30 Years
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
AFHQ
20–30 Years
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Ministry of Electronics & IT
18–30 Years
Assistant / ASO
Other Ministries / Departments
18–30 Years
Inspector of Income Tax
CBDT
18–30 Years
Inspector (Central Excise)
CBIC
18–30 Years
Inspector (Preventive Officer)
CBIC
18–30 Years
Inspector (Examiner)
CBIC
18–30 Years
Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO)
Directorate of Enforcement
18–30 Years
Sub Inspector (SI)
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
20–30 Years
Inspector Posts
Department of Posts
18–30 Years
Inspector
Central Bureau of Narcotics
18–30 Years
Section Head
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
18–30 Years
Executive Assistant
CBIC
18–30 Years
Research Assistant (RA)
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
18–30 Years
Divisional Accountant
Offices under C&AG
18–30 Years
Sub Inspector (SI)
National Investigation Agency (NIA)
18–30 Years
Sub Inspector / Junior Intelligence Officer
Narcotics Control Bureau (MHA)
18–30 Years
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
18–32 Years
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Ministry of Home Affairs
18–30 Years
Office Superintendent
CBDT
18–30 Years
Auditor
Offices under C&AG / CGDA / Other Ministries
18–27 Years
Accountant / Junior Accountant
C&AG / CGA / Other Ministries
18–27 Years
Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)
Department of Posts
18–27 Years
Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / UDC
Central Govt. Offices / Ministries
18–27 Years
Senior Administrative Assistant (SAA)
Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence
18–27 Years
Tax Assistant
CBDT & CBIC
18–27 Years
Sub Inspector (SI)
Central Bureau of Narcotics
18–27 Years
Educational Qualification
Post Name
Eligibility
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 60% marks in Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects
Research Assistant (NHRC)
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University
All Other Posts
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University
Required Documents
10th & 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates
Graduation Degree Certificate
Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID Proof
Passport Size Photograph (Live webcam capture via SSC app or website)
Signature
Category Certificate (if applicable)
EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Note: SSC has introduced a new photo upload process — candidates must take a live photo via webcam or the official SSC App. Ensure a plain/white background and look straight ahead.
How to Apply for SSC CGL 2026?
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC website ssc.gov.in (mandatory for all new applicants).
Log in with your OTR credentials.
Fill in the online application form carefully.
Upload your live photograph and signature as per guidelines.
Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
Review all details in the preview before final submission.
Submit the application form.
Download and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in before applying.
