Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites online applications for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025. This recruitment drive is for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. Applications are accepted online from 01 August 2025 to 31 August 2025 through the official SSC website.
Application Start Date: 01 August 2025
Application Last Date: 31 August 2025
Tier-I Exam Date: November 2025
Tier-II Exam Date: January 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Age Limit
- 18 to 32 years as on 01 August 2025 (varies by post)
- Age relaxation as per government rules
Additional Notes
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their degree are eligible, provided they complete it before the document verification stage.
- Specific posts may require additional qualifications (e.g., Statistics for Junior Statistical Officer).
Selection Procedure
Tier-I Exam
- Computer-based Test (CBT) with Objective MCQs
- Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
- 100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes
Tier-II Exam
- Computer-based Test (CBT) with multiple papers
- Paper I (Compulsory): Quantitative, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer
- Paper II: Statistics (for Junior Statistical Officer)
- Paper III: General Studies – Finance & Economics (for Assistant Audit Officer)
Skill Test
- Applicable for specific posts (e.g., Data Entry Speed Test for Tax Assistant)
- Details provided in the official notification
Document Verification
- Verification of educational qualifications, age, category, and other documents
- Final merit list based on Tier-I and Tier-II performance
Important Notes
- Negative marking applies in Tier-I and Tier-II exams (0.50 marks per wrong answer in Tier-I).
- Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next.
- Post preferences must be filled carefully during application.
Application Process
How to Apply
- Visit https://ssc.nic.in
- Register with basic details or log in if already registered
- Fill in the SSC CGL 2025 application form carefully
- Upload the required documents and photograph
- Pay the application fee online (₹100 for General/OBC/EWS, exempted for SC/ST/PH/Female)
- Submit the application and download/print a copy for future reference
Important Instructions
- Application fee is non-refundable
- Multiple applications will lead to rejection
- Ensure all details are accurate to avoid discrepancies during document verification
- Correction window available from 05–06 September 2025
- Mobile phones/electronic devices are prohibited in exam centers
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PH / Female Candidates: Exempted
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 7500+ (Approximate)
Major Posts
- Assistant Audit Officer
- Assistant Section Officer (CSS, MEA, etc.)
- Inspector (Income Tax, Central Excise, Preventive Officer, etc.)
- Sub Inspector (CBI, NIA)
- Auditor (CAG, CGDA, CGA)
- Junior Statistical Officer
- Accountant / Junior Accountant
- Tax Assistant
- Upper Division Clerk
- Compiler
- Various other Group “B” and “C” posts in Ministries/Departments
Note: Exact vacancy details will be updated in the official notification.
Exam Pattern
Tier-I Exam
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Duration: 60 minutes
Tier-II Exam
- Paper I (Compulsory): Quantitative, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer
- Paper II: Statistics (for Junior Statistical Officer)
- Paper III: General Studies – Finance & Economics (for Assistant Audit Officer)
Important Notes
- Negative marking of 0.50 marks per wrong answer in Tier-I.
- Detailed Tier-II pattern will be available in the official notification.