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SSC CGL
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
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- Domain
- Staff Selection Commission
- Level
- National
- Type
- Govt
- Application closes
- 2026-06-25
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Overview
- Conducting body
- Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- What you get
- Group B & C posts - Income Tax Inspector, Excise Inspector, CSS, Sub-Inspector (CBI/NIA), Auditor, Accountant
- Latest content cycle
- 2026
- Application window
- 2026-05-21 → 2026-06-25
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EligibilityPending verification
Age range
18–27, 20–30, 18–30, 18–32
Reference date
2026-08-01
Category relaxation
SC: 5 · ST: 5 · OBC: 3 · Pw BD: UR: 10 · OBC: 13 · SC ST: 15 · Ex Serviceman: 3
Nationality
Allowed: Indian · subject of Nepal · subject of Bhutan · Tibetan refugee · person of Indian origin from specified countries · Source Url: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice of adv cgl 2025.pdf · Verified At: Not stated · Verified By: Not stated · Source Label: SSC CGL 2025 official notice used as the latest verified structural reference for nationality/citizenship
Domicile
| Post / scope | Minimum education | Streams / conditions | Final year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | Graduation | Bachelor's degree; the notice also specifies the post's finance/accounting eligibility conditions. | Allowed |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Graduation | any degree with Statistics as a subject, any degree with 60% in Mathematics at Class 12 | Allowed |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Graduation | degree with Statistics | Allowed |
| All other posts | Graduation | Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent. | Allowed |
Exam patternPending verification
Tier-I
computer based testQuestions
100
Maximum marks
200
Duration
60 min
Subject distribution
- General Intelligence and Reasoning25 Q · 50 marks
- General Awareness25 Q · 50 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude25 Q · 50 marks
- English Comprehension25 Q · 50 marks
Tier-II Paper-I
computer based test and skill testQuestions
Not stated
Maximum marks
Not stated
Duration
Not stated
Subject distribution
- Mathematical Abilities30 Q · 90 marks
- Reasoning and General Intelligence30 Q · 90 marks
- English Language and Comprehension45 Q · 135 marks
- General Awareness25 Q · 75 marks
- Computer Knowledge Test20 Q · 60 marks
- Data Entry Speed Test
Tier-II Paper-II (Statistics)
computer based testQuestions
Not stated
Maximum marks
Not stated
Duration
Not stated
Subject distribution
- Statistics
Tier-II Paper-III (Finance and Economics)
computer based testQuestions
Not stated
Maximum marks
Not stated
Duration
Not stated
Subject distribution
- Finance and Economics
SyllabusPending verification
General Intelligence and Reasoning5 chapters · 30 trackable topics
Analogy and Classification6 topics
- Semantic analogy
- Number analogy
- Symbolic analogy
- Figural analogy
- Semantic classification
- Number and figural classification
Series and Coding6 topics
- Number series
- Alphabet series
- Figural series
- Coding-decoding
- Symbolic operations
- Numerical operations
Spatial and Non-verbal Reasoning6 topics
- Space orientation
- Venn diagrams
- Punched-hole patterns
- Folding and unfolding
- Embedded figures
- Figure completion and formation
Logical Reasoning6 topics
- Syllogism
- Statement and conclusion
- Drawing inferences
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Decision making
Relations and Intelligence6 topics
- Blood relations
- Order and ranking
- Directions
- Emotional intelligence
- Social intelligence
- Observation and discrimination
General Awareness6 chapters · 28 trackable topics
Current Affairs4 topics
- National current events
- International current events
- Government schemes and reports
- Awards, sports and important days
History and Culture5 topics
- Ancient India
- Medieval India
- Modern India
- Freedom movement
- Art and culture
Geography4 topics
- Physical geography
- Indian geography
- World geography
- Resources, agriculture and population
Polity and Governance5 topics
- Constitution
- Parliament and executive
- Judiciary
- Constitutional bodies
- Government policy
Economy5 topics
- Basic economics
- Indian economy
- Budget and taxation
- Banking and monetary policy
- Economic current affairs
General Science5 topics
- Physics in daily life
- Chemistry in daily life
- Biology and health
- Scientific research
- Computer and technology awareness
Quantitative Aptitude8 chapters · 42 trackable topics
Number System6 topics
- Whole numbers
- Decimals and fractions
- Relationships between numbers
- Divisibility
- HCF and LCM
- Surds and indices
Arithmetic7 topics
- Percentage
- Ratio and proportion
- Average
- Profit, loss and discount
- Simple and compound interest
- Mixture and alligation
- Partnership
Time, Work and Motion5 topics
- Time and work
- Pipes and cisterns
- Time, speed and distance
- Trains
- Boats and streams
Algebra4 topics
- Basic identities
- Linear equations
- Elementary surds
- Graphs of linear equations
Geometry5 topics
- Triangles
- Congruence and similarity
- Circles and tangents
- Quadrilaterals
- Regular polygons
Mensuration5 topics
- Plane figures
- Prism and cylinder
- Cone and pyramid
- Sphere and hemisphere
- Rectangular solids
Trigonometry5 topics
- Trigonometric ratios
- Standard identities
- Complementary angles
- Degree and radian measure
- Heights and distances
Data Interpretation5 topics
- Tables
- Bar diagrams
- Pie charts
- Histograms
- Frequency polygons
English Comprehension4 chapters · 19 trackable topics
Vocabulary5 topics
- Synonyms and antonyms
- One-word substitution
- Idioms and phrases
- Homonyms
- Spelling correction
Grammar and Usage6 topics
- Parts of speech
- Subject-verb agreement
- Tenses
- Articles and prepositions
- Error spotting
- Sentence improvement
Sentence Transformation4 topics
- Active and passive voice
- Direct and indirect speech
- Sentence rearrangement
- Cloze test
Reading Comprehension4 topics
- Passage comprehension
- Main idea and inference
- Vocabulary in context
- Timed reading practice
Mathematical Abilities6 chapters · 29 trackable topics
Number Systems and Arithmetic9 topics
- Number systems
- Fractions and decimals
- Percentage
- Ratio and proportion
- Square roots
- Average
- Interest
- Profit and loss
- Mixture and partnership
Time, Work and Distance4 topics
- Time and work
- Pipes and cisterns
- Time, speed and distance
- Trains and boats
Algebra3 topics
- Elementary identities
- Surds
- Linear equations and graphs
Geometry and Mensuration6 topics
- Triangles and centres
- Congruence and similarity
- Circles and tangents
- Polygons and quadrilaterals
- Two-dimensional mensuration
- Three-dimensional mensuration
Trigonometry3 topics
- Ratios and identities
- Complementary angles
- Heights and distances
Statistics and Probability4 topics
- Tables and graphs
- Mean, median and mode
- Standard deviation
- Simple probability
Reasoning and General Intelligence3 chapters · 16 trackable topics
Verbal Reasoning6 topics
- Analogy
- Classification
- Coding-decoding
- Series
- Syllogism
- Statement-based reasoning
Analytical Reasoning5 topics
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Venn diagrams
- Critical thinking
- Data sufficiency
Non-verbal Reasoning5 topics
- Figural series
- Embedded figures
- Pattern folding
- Space orientation
- Figure formation
English Language and Comprehension3 chapters · 15 trackable topics
Advanced Grammar5 topics
- Error recognition
- Sentence structure
- Fill in the blanks
- Sentence improvement
- Voice and narration
Vocabulary and Usage5 topics
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Idioms and phrases
- One-word substitution
- Spellings
- Word usage
Comprehension and Arrangement5 topics
- Reading comprehension
- Cloze passage
- Sentence shuffling
- Passage shuffling
- Inference and tone
Computer Knowledge Test4 chapters · 17 trackable topics
Computer Fundamentals5 topics
- Computer organisation
- CPU and input-output devices
- Memory organisation
- Ports and files
- Windows basics
Office Applications4 topics
- Word processing
- Spreadsheets
- Presentation software
- Common keyboard shortcuts
Internet and Communication4 topics
- Internet and web browsing
- Downloading and uploading
- Digital services
Networking and Cyber Security4 topics
- Networking devices and protocols
- Information security
- Threats and safe practices
- Digital signatures
Data Entry Speed Test1 chapters · 5 trackable topics
DEST Preparation5 topics
- Keyboard accuracy
- Speed building
- Timed passages
- Error reduction
- Exam-interface practice
Statistics Paper II5 chapters · 21 trackable topics
Data and Descriptive Statistics4 topics
- Collection and presentation of data
- Measures of central tendency
- Measures of dispersion
- Moments, skewness and kurtosis
Correlation and Regression4 topics
- Scatter diagrams
- Correlation coefficients
- Simple regression
- Regression lines
Probability and Distributions5 topics
- Probability theory
- Random variables
- Binomial distribution
- Poisson distribution
- Normal distribution
Sampling and Inference5 topics
- Sampling theory
- Estimation
- Hypothesis testing
- Large and small samples
- Chi-square tests
Applied Statistics3 topics
- Analysis of variance
- Time series
- Index numbers
Finance and Economics Paper III2 chapters · 15 trackable topics
Accounting6 topics
- Accounting principles
- Journal and ledger
- Trial balance
- Trading and profit and loss account
- Balance sheet
- Depreciation and inventory
Economics and Governance9 topics
- Basic economic concepts
- Demand and supply
- Production and cost
- Market structures
- Indian economy
- Economic reforms
- Money and banking
- Finance Commission and CAG
- Information technology in governance
Important datesPending verification
Year
2026
Tier1Window
2026-08/2026-09
Tier2Window
2026-12
Notification Title
Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026
Application window
2026-05-21 → 2026-06-25
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