Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for SSC Combined Graduate Level (Tier 1), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
Around 15,000 vacancies are expected for SSC CGL 2026 across various Group B and C posts in central government departments including Income Tax, Customs, CBI, and other ministries. Last year, SSC filled 15,118 posts through this exam.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC CGL 2026 notification in May 2026, slightly delayed from the original March 31 schedule due to administrative reasons. The notification will contain details of vacancies, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern for Group B and C posts.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The SSC CGL Tier 1 Computer-Based Examination is scheduled to be held in July-August 2026 following the application window closure. Tier 1 is qualifying in nature, with final selection based on Tier 2 performance.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Staff Selection Commission has published the SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27, confirming that SSC CGL notification will be released in April-May 2026 with Tier 1 exams scheduled for May-June 2026. The calendar helps candidates plan preparation across multiple SSC exams.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🇮🇳Tier 2 exam period
Tue, 13 Oct, 2026Main examination; merit-based selection with Paper I compulsory for all, Paper II for JSO posts only
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Tier 1 result declaration
Fri, 18 Sept, 2026Result typically within 45 days of exam; shortlists candidates for Tier 2 at approximately 1:20 ratio
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Tier 1 provisional answer key release
Wed, 19 Aug, 2026Released within 10 days of exam completion; candidates can raise objections for ₹100 per question
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🇮🇳Tier 1 exam period begins
Tue, 4 Aug, 2026Computer-Based Examination; qualifying stage with objective MCQs in General Intelligence, Quant, English, and General Awareness
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Tier 1 admit card release
Thu, 30 Jul, 2026Hall ticket available 3-4 days before exam on regional SSC websites; mandatory with photo ID
Archived 5 Jul 2026
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City intimation slip release
Sat, 25 Jul, 2026Candidates informed about exam city approximately one week before Tier 1 admit card
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application correction window
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026Limited window to edit application details; correction fee ₹200 for first edit, ₹500 for second
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application window closes
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Last date to submit SSC CGL 2026 application form; application fee ₹100 for general candidates
Archived 5 Jul 2026
SSC CGL 2026 notification release
Sat, 30 May, 2026Official notification with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern to be published on ssc.gov.in
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Sat, 30 May, 2026Online registration begins simultaneously with notification release; requires One-Time Registration (OTR)
Archived 5 Jul 2026