The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 to recruit candidates for various Group B and C posts across central government departments and ministries.
Overview of SSC CGL 2025 #
- Name of Examination: SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam 2025
- Conducting Authority: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Total Tentative Vacancies: Approx. 14,582
- Job Type: Central Government (Group B and C)
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in
Important Dates and Deadlines #
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Online Application | 09 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 05 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Correction Window | 09 – 11 July 2025 |
| Tier-I Examination (CBT) | 13 – 30 August 2025 |
| Tier-II Examination (CBT) | December 2025 (Tentative) |
Available Posts & Pay Levels #
The SSC CGL 2025 exam fills vacancies in the following pay levels:
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400):
- Assistant Section Officer (Various Ministries)
- Inspector (Income Tax, Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive)
- Assistant Enforcement Officer
- Sub-Inspector (CBI)
Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400):
- Assistant / ASO
- Executive Assistant
- Divisional Accountant
- Research Assistant
- Junior Statistical Officer
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300):
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Junior Accountant
Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100):
- Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant
- Upper Division Clerk
- Senior Secretariat Assistant
- Tax Assistant
- Sub-Inspector (Narcotics)
Eligibility Criteria #
Nationality
Candidates must be either:
- Indian Citizens, or
- Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugees or persons of Indian origin (PIO) with a certificate of eligibility from the Indian Government.
Age Limit (as of 01 August 2025)
- 18 to 27 years (most Group C posts)
- 18 to 30 years / 20 to 30 years / 18 to 32 years depending on the post
Age Relaxation: - SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: Up to 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per norms
Educational Qualification (as of 01 August 2025)
- For Most Posts: Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university.
- For JSO: Graduation with 60% in Maths in 12th OR Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.
- For Statistical Investigator: Graduation with Statistics in all years.
SSC CGL 2025 Application Process #
How to Apply Online
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new portal.
- Login using OTR credentials and proceed to fill the CGL 2025 application.
- Upload required documents:
- Photograph (captured live through camera)
- Signature (10-20 KB JPEG)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online.
Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM: Exempted
- Mode of Payment: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card
Application Correction Facility #
- Correction window is open from 09 to 11 July 2025
- Correction Fee:
- First Time: ₹200
- Second Time: ₹500
- Only those who have submitted the application successfully are eligible to use this.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern #
The exam is conducted in two tiers:
Tier-I (Computer-Based Test)
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
- Duration: 1 hour
- Negative Marking: 0.50 per incorrect answer
Tier-II (Computer-Based Test)
Paper-I: Compulsory for all posts
- Section-I: Maths & Reasoning (60 Qs – 180 Marks)
- Section-II: English & GK (70 Qs – 210 Marks)
- Section-III: Computer Knowledge Test (20 Qs – 60 Marks)
- Section-IV: Data Entry Speed Test (DEST – Qualifying)
Paper-II: Only for JSO and Statistical Investigator
- 100 Questions (Statistics) – 200 Marks
- Negative Marking: 1 mark per wrong answer in Paper-I; 0.5 in Paper-II
Syllabus (Brief) #
Tier-I:
- Reasoning: Coding, Puzzle, Syllogism, Series
- GK: History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Current Affairs
- Quant: Number System, Profit-Loss, Geometry, Algebra
- English: Grammar, Comprehension, Cloze Test
Tier-II:
- Advanced Maths: Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra
- Reasoning: Advanced verbal/non-verbal reasoning
- English: Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading Comprehension
- Computer Basics: MS Office, Internet, Networking
Vacancy Details & Reservation #
- Tentative Vacancies: ~14,582 (will be updated)
- Reservation: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and ESM as per government norms
- State/zone-wise breakup is not provided by SSC.
Joining Process & Final Allotment #
- Final selection is based on merit-cum-post preference.
- Document Verification by the respective User Departments.
- Medical and Physical Standard checks for specific posts.
- Posting will be done based on availability and rank.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #
Q1. Can final-year students apply?
Yes, but they must possess the degree by 01 August 2025.
Q2. Is Aadhaar mandatory for registration?
Not mandatory but highly recommended for easier authentication.
Q3. Is there any interview?
No. SSC CGL no longer has an interview stage.
Q4. Can I change my exam centre after applying?
No. Exam centres once selected cannot be changed.
Q5. What is the salary after clearing SSC CGL?
Salary ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹1,42,400 depending on the post and location.
