NEW DELHI: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-1 examination.
The SSC CGL 2026 written exam will be held from September 30 to 30, 2026, in computer-based examination (CBE) mode, an official notification said.
To view detailed the official notification, click here.
The SSC CGL 2026 Tier-1 examination will recruit for various Group B and Group C posts in central government departments and organisations. The SSC has announced the examination schedule through its official website, ssc.gov.in.
This year, the recruitment drive aims to cover approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies.
SSC CGL exam structure
The question paper will comprise 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions, for 200 marks. The paper will consist of four sections, with 25 questions in each section.
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 50 marks
- General Awareness: 50 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 marks
- English Comprehension: 50 marks
Exam duration
As per the revised exam pattern, candidates will get a 15-minute sectional timing for each subject, requiring them to manage their time separately across the four sections. The total duration of the exam will be one hour.
📢 SSC CGL 2026 — Examination Date Announced
Staff Selection Commission has announced the examination schedule for SSC CGL 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official notification and prepare accordingly.#SSC #SSCCGL #SSCCGL2026 #SSCExams #ExamUpdate #GovernmentJobs pic.twitter.com/3WIjTUmtCE— SSC CGL (@ssccgl_) September 12, 2026
Candidates eligible for a scribe will receive additional time as per the rules prescribed by the commission.
SSC CGL 2026 marking scheme
The Tier 1 written exam will carry two marks for every correct answer. As the exam also includes negative marking, candidates should note that 0.50 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
The SSC CGL 2026 admit cards for the registered candidates will be released later. Candidates need to regularly check the official SSC website for updates regarding city intimation, admit cards and other examination-related instructions.