SSC CGL 2025 Notification OUT for 14,582 Vacancies Apply Now
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CGL 2025 Notification, announcing 14,582 vacancies across various central government ministries, departments, and organizations. This is a golden opportunity for graduates across India to secure prestigious government jobs.
This comprehensive article provides a detailed overview of the SSC CGL 2025 recruitment, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application process, selection stages, salary, job profile, exam pattern, syllabus highlights, and more. It also includes official links and answers to frequently asked questions.
SSC CGL 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Vacancies | 14,582 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Tier-I Exam Date | 13 August to 30 August 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam Date | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| Official Websites | ssc.nic.in, ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates: SSC CGL 2025
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 9 June 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 9 June 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 4 July 2025 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 5 July 2025 |
| Correction Window | Second Week of July 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam | 13 to 30 August 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam | December 2025 (Proposed) |
SSC CGL 2025 Vacancy Details
SSC has announced 14,582 vacancies under SSC CGL 2025. These vacancies are classified into Group B and Group C posts across several departments and ministries. The exact number of vacancies per post will be released later in the detailed post-wise vacancy PDF.
Major Group-B Posts:
- Income Tax Inspector (CBDT)
- Assistant Section Officer (MEA, Railways, IB, CBI, etc.)
- Sub-Inspector (CBI, NIA)
- Enforcement Officer (ED)
- Divisional Accountant (CAG)
- Junior Intelligence Officer (MHA)
- Section Officer (DGFT)
Major Group-C Posts:
- Auditor/Accountant (CAG/CGDA)
- Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant
- Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC)
- Junior Accountant/UDC
- Senior Administrative Assistant (Defence)
Eligibility Criteria: SSC CGL 2025
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
| General Posts | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Graduation with minimum 60% marks in Maths at 12th level |
| Statistical Investigator (Grade-II) | Graduation in Statistics/Economics/Mathematics |
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2025)
| Post Category | Age Limit |
| Most Group B & C Posts | 18 to 27 years |
| CBI/NIA | 20 to 30 years |
| NHRC/CBDT | 18 to 30 or 32 years (depending on post) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
SSC CGL 2025 Application Process
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in or ssc.nic.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Click on the “SSC CGL 2025” application link.
- Fill the form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, ID proof).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the form for future reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PWD/Female | Nil |
SSC CGL 2025 Correction Window
- First Correction: ₹200
- Second Correction: ₹500
Applicants can modify their submitted applications using the correction window provided in the second week of July.
Selection Process of SSC CGL 2025
The recruitment process is divided into two main stages:
- Tier-I: Computer Based Test (Qualifying Nature)
- Tier-II: Computer Based Test (Merit Determining)
Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.50 for each wrong answer
Tier-II Exam Pattern
Paper-I (Compulsory for all):
- Mathematical Abilities
- Reasoning and General Intelligence
- English Language and Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Computer Knowledge Module
- Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
Paper-II: For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Paper-III: For Statistical Investigator Grade-II & other specific posts
Note: Final merit will be based on Tier-II performance only.
SSC CGL 2025 Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Level | Salary (Approx.) |
| Income Tax Inspector | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Sub-Inspector (CBI/NIA) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Auditor/Accountant | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Tax Assistant | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
Benefits of SSC CGL Jobs
- Stable central government job
- DA, HRA, TA as per rules
- NPS (Pension)
- Medical benefits
- Promotions & departmental exams
Syllabus Highlights: SSC CGL 2025
Tier-I Syllabus Summary:
- General Intelligence: Analogies, Number Series, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economics
- Quant: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Profit-Loss, Time-Speed-Distance
- English: Cloze test, Error spotting, Vocabulary, Reading comprehension
Tier-II (Paper-I): Advanced Maths, Logical Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, English Grammar, Typing/DEST
Tier-II (Paper-II & III): Specialized content for Statistics & Economics
SSC CGL 2025 Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus & Exam Pattern thoroughly.
- Create a timetable with daily/weekly targets.
- Use NCERTs and standard SSC books like:
- Lucent GK
- RS Aggarwal for Quant/Reasoning
- SP Bakshi for English
- Solve previous year papers and mock tests regularly.
- Focus more on Tier-II as it’s merit determining.
SSC CGL 2025 Admit Card & Result
- Admit cards will be available at least 7–10 days before Tier-I exam on the official regional SSC websites.
- Results for Tier-I are expected in October 2025.
- Final results (after Tier-II) likely in February/March 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CGL 2025?
- 4th July 2025
Q2. How many vacancies are released in SSC CGL 2025?
- 14,582 vacancies
Q3. What is the application fee for SSC CGL?
- ₹100 for General/OBC, free for SC/ST/Female/PwD
Q4. How is the final merit list prepared?
- Based on Tier-II exam performance only.
Q5. Can I apply without OTR?
- No. OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the official SSC CGL 2025 notification dated 9 June 2025. However, candidates are advised to refer to the official website of SSC for updates, corrigendums, and detailed post-wise vacancies. This content is for informational purposes only and not legally binding.
Stay connected for the latest updates on SSC CGL 2025 Tier-I admit card, post-wise cut-offs, and result dates.
Apply now and take a step closer to your government job dream!