The Staff Selection Commission has announced the official schedule for the 2026 Combined Graduate Level examination, with Tier 1 set to take place from September 30 to October 30, 2026.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), an agency of the central government, has officially released the schedule for the 2026 edition of the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination. Tier 1 of this crucial exam will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026.
The recruitment process for SSC CGL 2026 will include both Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations. This year, the commission has announced a total of 12,256 vacancies for various Group B and Group C positions. Candidates are encouraged to visit the official SSC website for additional details, including specific exam dates, shifts, and examination centers.
Key dates for the SSC CGL 2026 process are as follows:
The application process will be open from May 21 to June 25, 2026. Following this, the Tier 1 examination will take place from September 30 to October 30, 2026. Details regarding the Tier 2 examination will be announced by the SSC at a later date.
The Tier 1 exam will consist of four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section will contain 25 questions, contributing to a total of 100 questions and a maximum of 200 marks. Candidates will have one hour to complete the exam. It is important to note that there will be negative marking, with 0.50 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. The exam will be available in both English and Hindi.
In terms of syllabus, the following topics will be covered in each section:
For General Intelligence and Reasoning, candidates can expect questions on analogy, classification, coding-decoding, number and figure series, Venn diagrams, problem-solving, syllogism, statement and conclusion, spatial visualization, and non-verbal reasoning.
General Awareness will encompass current affairs, history, geography, Indian polity, economy, general science, culture, and significant national and international events.
Quantitative Aptitude will include topics such as number systems, percentages, ratios and proportions, averages, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, time and work, time, speed and distance, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry, and data interpretation.
Lastly, the English Comprehension section will cover vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction, synonyms and antonyms, spelling, idioms and phrases, reading comprehension, fill in the blanks, sentence arrangement, and one-word substitution.
The SSC CGL examination is conducted annually to recruit candidates for various Group B and Group C positions across central government ministries, departments, and organizations. This examination is particularly aimed at graduates seeking government employment in India.
For more information, candidates should refer to the official SSC website and stay updated on any announcements regarding the examination.
According to The Sunday Guardian, the SSC CGL 2026 exam is a significant opportunity for graduates looking to secure government jobs in India.