SSC Combined Graduate Level
SSC CGL · 2026
SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) is one of India's most competitive central government recruitment examinations conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The exam recruits graduates for prestigious Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, constitutional bodies, and government offices. Explore the latest SSC CGL 2026 eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, salary, selection process, previous year papers, cutoff trends, and preparation resources in English and Tamil.
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2 total postsEligibility Criteria
Age Limit
18
Min. Age
32
Max. Age
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) from a recognized University or Institution.
- Certain posts may require specific qualifications such as Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Commerce, or Chartered Accountancy depending on the post applied for.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years after deduction of military service rendered |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | As per SSC Rules |
Selection Process
Tier 1 (Computer Based Examination)
Tier 1 is an objective-type online examination conducted for screening candidates. It assesses General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
Tier 2 (Computer Based Examination)
Tier 2 is the main examination consisting of multiple papers and modules depending on the post. It evaluates advanced quantitative aptitude, English language skills, reasoning, computer proficiency, statistics, and finance & economics.
Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted based on Tier 2 performance are called for document verification to validate educational qualifications, age, category certificates, identity documents, and other eligibility requirements.
Medical Examination (Where Applicable)
Candidates selected for posts having medical standards must undergo a medical fitness examination conducted by the designated authority before final appointment.
Exam Pattern
Mode
CBT (Computer-Based)
Duration
60 Minutes
Duration per Stage
The duration and modules may vary depending on the post applied for and SSC notification guidelines.
Salary & Pay Scale
Pay Level
Level 4 to Level 8 (7th CPC)
Basic Pay Range
₹25,500 – ₹47,600
In-Hand Salary
₹40,000 – ₹80,000+ per month depending on post, city, and allowances.
Syllabus Overview
The SSC CGL syllabus covers General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, Statistics, and Finance & Economics.
Quantitative Aptitude includes Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistics, and Data Interpretation.
Reasoning includes Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Classification, Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, and Logical Reasoning.
English includes Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Sentence Improvement, Error Detection, Synonyms, Antonyms, and Cloze Test.
General Awareness covers Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Science, Environment, and Government Schemes.
Computer Knowledge includes Fundamentals of Computers, Internet, Networking, Software, Hardware, MS Office, and Cyber Security.
Statistics and Finance & Economics are applicable for specific posts requiring specialized knowledge.