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 Details & Salary Structure
- Posts
- Group B and Group C posts
- Salary
- Depends on the pay level of the post
- Exam Name
- SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination
- Job Areas
- Administration, Tax, Investigation, Accounts, Statistics and more
- Selection
- As per SSC CGL selection process
- Particulars
- Details
- Post Allotment
- Merit, preference, vacancies and eligibility
- Conducting Body
- Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Post Code | Post Name | SSC CGL Post List |
|---|---|---|
| B03 | Assistant/ASO | Department of Personnel & Training (CSS) |
| B04 | Assistant/ASO | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| B05 | Assistant/ASO | Ministry of Railways |
| B06 | Assistant/ASO | Ministry of External Affairs |
| B07 | Assistant/ASO | Armed Forces HQ |
| B08 | Assistant/ASO | Election Commission of India |
| B09 | Assistant/ASO | National Informatics Centre |
| B16 | Inspector (Central Excise) | CBIC |
| B17 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBIC |
| B18 | Inspector (Examiner) | CBIC |
| B19 | Assistant Enforcement Officer | Enforcement Directorate |
| B20 | Inspector of Posts | Department of Posts |
| B21 | Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT |
| B22 | Sub-Inspector (CBI) | Central Bureau of Investigation |
| B31 | Sub-Inspector (NIA) | National Investigation Agency |
| B42 | Divisional Accountant | C&AG |
| C01 | Junior Statistical Officer | MoSPI |
| C02 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | RGI/MHA |
| D01 | Auditor | C&AG |
| D02 | Accountant/Junior Accountant | Controller General of Accounts |
| D05 | Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant | Department of Posts |
| D15 | Tax Assistant | CBDT |
| D16 | Tax Assistant | CBIC |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- Level 4
- Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant, Tax Assistant and other applicable posts
- Level 5
- Auditor, Accountant/Junior Accountant and other applicable posts
- Level 6
- Divisional Accountant, Junior Statistical Officer, Statistical Investigator Grade-II and other applicable posts
- Level 7
- ASO, Income Tax Inspector, Central Excise Inspector, Examiner, Preventive Officer, Assistant Enforcement Officer and other applicable posts
- Pay Level
- Major SSC CGL Posts
📊 Exam Information 4
| SSC CGL Post | Job Description |
|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer | Works in audit and accounts related functions & checks government financial records. |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | Handles accounting, budgeting, financial reporting and expenditure related work. |
| Assistant Section Officer | Performs administrative work, maintains files, prepares documents and helps senior officers. |
| Inspector | This role may involve inspection, tax-related work & other departmental duties. |
| Income Tax Inspector | Works on income-tax-related matters, records and departmental activities. |
| Sub-Inspector in CBI | Assists in investigation of cases handled by the Central Bureau of Investigation. |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | Works on matters related to financial investigations under Enforcement Directorate. |
| ASO in Ministry of External Affairs | Handles administrative work related to foreign affairs and may get opportunities for foreign postings. |
| Inspector of Posts | Supervises postal operations and checks functioning of post offices in the concerned area. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Collects and analyses statistical data for government work & reports. |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Performs statistical analysis and supports government research & planning work. |
| Tax Assistant | Handles tax records, documents and other departmental work. |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- Inspector
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Tax Assistant
- ₹25,500–₹81,100
- Inspector of Posts
- ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Income Tax Inspector
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Sub-Inspector in CBI
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Assistant Audit Officer
- ₹56,100–₹1,77,500
- Assistant Section Officer
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Assistant Accounts Officer
- ₹56,100–₹1,77,500
- Junior Statistical Officer
- ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Assistant Enforcement Officer
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II
- ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Assistant in Ministry of External Affairs
- ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the best post in SSC CGL 2026?
There is no one post that can be called as the best post for all. It depends upon various aspects like salary, nature of job, prospect of promotion, work-life balance, postings and personal preference.
Q2.What is the best SSC CGL post for foreign postings?
ASO post in Ministry of External Affairs is one of the popular choices among candidates seeking foreign posting. But it depends on departmental requirement.
Q3.Which is the highest paid post in SSC CGL 2026?
One needs to refer to latest SSC CGL 2026 Pay-Level and Salary to find the best paying applicable post. One should verify from official notification only the pay-level and salary of the post.
Q4.Does every SSC CGL posts list and salary same?
No, there are various pay levels for SSC CGL posts. The salary will also vary depending on the post, allowance and deductions.
Q5.Are there any medical or physical criteria required for SSC CGL posts?
There may be certain medical, physical or vision criteria for some SSC CGL posts. Candidates are advised to see the criteria for the posts which they wish to apply for.
Q6.How do SSC CGL posts get allotted?
Post allotment depends on criteria like merit, preference of post, available vacancies and eligibility criteria for the recruitment.
Q7.Can I change the preference of my SSC CGL post once submitted?
Candidates are advised to refer to the official guidelines of SSC for the recruitment of 2026. Changes in preference after submission will depend upon the guidelines issued by the SSC.
Q8.What would be the most suitable SSC CGL post for a desk job?
Posts of administrative and assistant level could be considered for candidates preferring desk job. But the duties of the post would vary according to the department or location of posting.
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