# SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out: 12,256 Govt Jobs Open — Apply Before June 22!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/ssc-cgl-2026-notification-out-12256/  
Published: 2026-05-22  
Updated: 2026-05-22  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

If you’ve been waiting for a solid government job opportunity after graduation, your moment is here. The Staff Selection Commission has officially dropped the SSC CGL 2026 notification, and the numbers are big.

A total of **12,256 vacancies** have been announced, with the application window already open from **May 21, 2026**, and the last date to apply being **June 22, 2026**. [Testbook](https://testbook.com/ssc-cgl-exam)

## What Is SSC CGL?

The [Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Staff_Selection_Commission_Combined_Graduate_Level_Examination) exam is India’s premier national-level recruitment test for Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries and departments. Lakhs of graduates compete for it every year — and for good reason.

| Event | Date |
| --- | --- |
| Notification Released | May 21, 2026 |
| Application Opens | May 21, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 22, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | June 23, 2026 |
| Correction Window | June 29 – July 1, 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam | August–September 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam | December 2026 |

## Eligibility in Brief

- **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) from a recognised university — valid as on August 1, 2026
- **Age Limit:** 18 to 32 years depending on the post, calculated as on August 1, 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories [FreeJobAlert](https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/ssc-cgl-recruitment-2026-apply-online-for-12256-group-b-group-c-posts-3050273)
- **Application Fee:** ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS (male); SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempt

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## Salary Structure (7th Pay Commission)

SSC CGL salary ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100 (basic pay), with in-hand salary typically between ₹33,000 and ₹80,000+ per month after adding DA, HRA, and TA. [FreeJobAlert](https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/ssc-cgl-salary-3044355)

| Pay Level | Basic Pay Range | Posts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Lower Division Clerk, DEO |
| Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | Assistant, Inspector |
| Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | JSO, AAO (entry) |
| Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | AAO (full scale) |

## Selection Process

The exam is conducted in two stages — **Tier 1** (qualifying/screening, CBT) and **Tier 2** (merit-based, CBT). A key change in SSC CGL 2026 is the introduction of **sectional timing** in both tiers. No interview round exists — your Tier 2 score decides everything. [Career Power](https://www.careerpower.in/ssc-cgl.html)

## How to Apply

1. Register via **One-Time Registration (OTR)** at [ssc.gov.in](https://ssc.gov.in)
2. Log in and fill the application form
3. Upload documents and pay the fee online
4. Download and save your form

## FAQs

### **Q: Can final-year students apply for SSC CGL 2026?**

Yes, final-year students can apply provisionally, but must hold a valid bachelor’s degree by August 1, 2026, for eligibility to be confirmed.

### **Q: Is there a negative marking in SSC CGL 2026?**

Yes — Tier 1 carries a 0.50-mark deduction per wrong answer, while most sections in Tier 2 Paper 1 deduct 1 mark per incorrect response.