SSC CGL Exam Guide 2026
SSC CGL 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Name of the Post | Ministry/Department/Office/Cadre | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Auditor | Offices under C&AG, CGDA, and Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 27 years |
| Accountant / Junior Accountant | Offices under C&AG, Controller General of Accounts, and Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 27 years |
| Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications | 18 to 27 years |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerks (UDC) | Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres | 18 to 27 years |
| Senior Administrative Assistant | Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence | 18 to 27 years |
| Tax Assistant | CBDT and CBIC | 18 to 27 years |
| Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | 18 to 27 years |
| Assistant Audit Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. (Central & State Cadre) | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. (State Cadre) | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Intelligence Bureau, MeitY, and other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant / Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector of Income Tax | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector (Central Excise, Preventive Officer, Examiner) | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement (Department of Revenue) | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector Posts | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | 18 to 30 years |
| Executive Assistant | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) | 18 to 30 years |
| Research Assistant | National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) | 18 to 30 years |
| Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | 18 to 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | 18 to 30 years |
| Sub-Inspector / Junior Intelligence Officer | Narcotics Control Bureau (MHA) | 18 to 30 years |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Ministry of Home Affairs | 18 to 30 years |
| Office Superintendent | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | 18 to 30 years |
| Section Head | Directorate General of Foreign Trade | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Central Secretariat Service (CSS) | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Ministry of Railways | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Ministry of External Affairs | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | 20 to 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) | 20 to 30 years |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation | 18 to 32 years |
📊 Application Fee
- OBC
- 3 years
- SC/ST
- 5 years
- Category
- Age Relaxation Permissible
- PwBD (OBC)
- 13 years
- PwBD (SC / ST)
- 15 years
- PwBD (Unreserved)
- 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
- 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age
- Defence Personnel disabled in operation
- 3 years (8 years for SC/ST)
- Widows/Divorced Women (Group ‘C’ posts)
- Up to 35 years of age (Up to 40 years for SC/ST)
- Central Govt. Civilian Employees (Group ‘C’ posts)
- Up to 40 years of age (Up to 45 years for SC/ST)
📊 Exam Centre
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University/Institute. | CA, CMA, CS, or Masters in Commerce/ Business Studies/ Business Admin (Finance)/ Business Economics. |
| Assistant Audit Officer & Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre) | 1. Bachelor’s Degree.<br>2. Proficiency in the Regional/official language of the State at the matriculation level. | CA, CMA, CS, or Masters in Commerce/ Business Studies/ Business Admin (Finance)/ Business Economics. |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level; OR Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects. | Not Required |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Demography, Population Studies, Operation Research, IT, Computer Science/Engineering/Technology/Application, Data Science, or AI. | Not Required |
| All other Posts | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. | Not Required |
📊 Exam Information 4
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Height | 157.5 cm. Height relaxable by 5 cm in the case of Garwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Scheduled Tribes. |
| Chest | 81 cm (fully expanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.) |
| Physical Test | Walking - 1600 meters in 15 minutes. Cycling - 8 Kms. in 30 minutes. |
📊 Exam Information 5
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Height | 152 cms. Height relaxable by 2.5 cms. |
| Weight | 48 Kgs. Weight relaxable by 2 Kg. for Gorkhas, Garwalis, Assamese, and members of Scheduled Tribes. |
| Physical Test | Walking - 1 Km. in 20 minutes. Cycling - 3 Kms. in 25 minutes. |
📊 Physical Standards for Sub Inspector Post in CBI
| SSC CGL Height (Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cms) | For Men - 165 cm |
|---|---|
| For Women - 150 cm | |
| Chest | 76 cm with expansion (There shall be no such requirement in case of female candidates) |
| Vision: Eye-sight (with or without glasses) | Distant vision: 6/6 in one and 6/9 in the other eye. |
| Near vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in the other eye. |
📊 Physical Standards for Sub Inspector Post in CBI
| SSC CGL Height (Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cm) | For Men - 170 cm |
|---|---|
| For Women - 150 cm | |
| Chest | 76 cm with expansion (There shall be no such requirement in case of female candidates) |
| Vision: Eye-sight (with or without glasses) | Distant vision: 6/6 in one and 6/9 in the other eye. |
| Near vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in the other eye. |
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| SSC CGL AAO Eligibility | SSC CGL ASO Eligibility | SSC CGL Income Tax Inspector Eligibility |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What are the SSC CGL eligibility criteria for 2026?
The SSC CGL eligibility criteria 2026 include three main factors - educational qualification, age limit, and nationality. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, fall within the age limit of 18 to 32 years (depending on the post), and meet the citizenship requirements set by the Staff Selection Commission. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
Q2.What is the age limit as per SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026?
The SSC CGL requirements of age limit for different posts are different. For more details please refer to the article.
Q3.What is the minimum educational qualification for SSC CGL 2026?
For most of the posts the educational qualification is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Some posts require specific subjects like Statistics or Mathematics.
Q4.What is the SSC CGL age limit for 2026?
The age limit varies according to the post. However, for most of the posts, the age limit to apply for the SSC CGL vacancy is 18 to 32 years.
Q5.Are the SSC CGL Physical Standard Tests applicable for all the posts?
No, it is applicable for some posts as mentioned in the details above.
Q6.Do female candidates have to undergo a Physical Test?
For some posts, a physical test is required for female candidates as well. Check the above details for more information.
Q7.Can candidates who are in their final year of graduation apply for SSC CGL exam?
Yes, candidates who are in their final year of graduation can apply for SSC CGL. Provided, they must have completed their Bachelor's degree before the SSC CGL Tier-II examination.
Q8.Are candidates with gap in education eligible to apply for SSC CGL?
Yes, candidates with a gap in their education can apply for SSC CGL. However, they must meet the minimum educational qualification criteria and provide valid reasons for the gap in their education.
Q9.Is there any reservation for ex-servicemen in SSC CGL?
Yes, there is a reservation for ex-servicemen in SSC CGL. They are eligible for age relaxation and reservation in certain posts as per government rules.
Q10.What is the SSC CGL height for males applying for Sub-Inspector in the Central Bureau of Investigation?
The SSC CGL height for males applying for SI in CBI is 165 cm.
Q11.Is there any limit on the number of SSC CGL attempts?
No. There is no fixed attempt limit. Candidates can apply as long as they meet the age criteria.
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