The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam to recruit candidates for Group B and C posts in central government departments. The SSC CGL 2025 notification, originally set for April 22, 2025, is delayed. This article provides details on vacancies, eligibility, application, exam date & selection process etc.
SSC CGL 2025 Notification
SSC CGL fills vacancies like Inspector, Assistant Section Officer, and Junior Statistical Officer etc. Over more than 30 lakh candidates compete annually, making it a highly sought-after exam. The delayed notification will be released on ssc.gov.in, with over 10,000 expected vacancies.
| Exam Name | SSC CGL 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Vacancies | 10,000+ (expected) |
| Notification Status | Delayed, new dates soon |
| SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 Exam Date | June–July 2025 (Expected) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates
The revised calendar will confirm exact dates. Based on the old calendar, dates are tabulated below:
| EVENT | DATE |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | To be notified |
| Application Start Date | To be notified |
| Application Last Date | To be notified |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | June–July 2025 |
| Tier 1 Admit Card | To be notified |
SSC CGL 2025 Vacancies
Staff Selection Comission expects over 10,000 vacancies, with 7,090 already announced by departments. The final count will be provided in the notification pdf. Last year, 17,727 vacancies were released. The trend shows high opportunities:
- 2025: 10,000+ (expected)
- 2024: 17,727
- 2023: 8,415
- 2022: 37,409
| PAY GRADE | VACANCIES |
|---|---|
| ₹4,600 | 1,974 |
| ₹4,200 | 4,318 |
| ₹2,800 | 250 |
| ₹2,400 | 548 |
| Total | 7,090 |
Eligibility Criteria for SSC CGL 2025
Candidates must meet strict eligibility criteria requirements:
Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. For Junior Statistical Officer, candidates require 60% in Class 12 Mathematics or a degree with Statistics. Assistant Audit Officer requires additional qualifications like CA, MBA, or Masters in Commerce.
Age Limit: Postal Assistant, Auditor: 18–27 years, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector: 18–30 years, Junior Statistical Officer: 18–32 years.
Age Relaxation: OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwD (General): 10 years.
Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwD (General) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 3 years |
How to Apply for SSC CGL 2025 ?
- Visit ssc.gov.in.
- Select “Apply” and choose CGL 2025.
- Register for a One-Time Registration (OTR) number.
- Fill in details, upload photo/signature.
- Pay ₹100 (General/OBC male); SC/ST/PwD/Female/Ex-Servicemen are exempt.
- Submit and save the confirmation.
Selection Process
- Tier 1 Exam: Qualifying, computer-based exam (Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English).
- Tier 2 Exam: Merit-based, includes Paper 1 (compulsory), Paper 2 (for JSO), and Paper 3 (for Assistant Audit Officer).
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification: Final stage for shortlisted candidates.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale | Gross Salary (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Level 7 | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 | ₹55,000–₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Income Tax) | Level 7 | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 | ₹55,000–₹65,000 |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Level 6 | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | ₹45,000–₹55,000 |
| Tax Assistant | Level 4 | ₹25,500–₹81,100 | ₹35,000–₹45,000 |
FAQs
Postal Assistant, Auditor, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Junior Statistical Officer etc.
It is set to be released on April 22, 2025. but delayed, candidates can check for the latest updates at ssc.gov.in.
No, Only Tier 1 is qualifying. Tier 2 determines the final merit.
₹100 for General/OBC male candidates. SC/ST/PwD/Female/Ex-Servicemen are exempt.