SSC CGL Exam Date 2026: Combined Graduate Level Tier 1 & 2 Exam Schedule
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC CGL Exam Date 2026: Combined Graduate Level Tier 1 & Tier 2 Schedule
Check Combined Graduate Level (CGL 2026) CBT exam dates, city intimation slip schedule, admit card release timeline, and Tier-1/Tier-2 exam pattern.
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Staff Selection Commission (SSC), New Delhi
The Staff Selection Commission organises the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination annually to recruit Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ officers across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India. The Commission announces the official examination timeline through its annual calendar and regional website notices at ssc.gov.in. Candidates who have registered or are gearing up for the 2026 cycle can find the comprehensive schedule, city intimation timeline, and stage-wise test details below.
SSC CGL 2026 Important Exam Dates & Calendar
| Event / Stage | Schedule / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | May – June 2026 |
| Online Application Window | June – July 2026 |
| Application Status & City Intimation Slip | 10 to 14 Days Prior to Exam |
| Tier-1 Hall Ticket / Admit Card Download | 3 to 4 Days Before Exam Date |
| SSC CGL Tier-1 CBT Exam Date | September – October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-1 Provisional Key & Result | November – December 2026 |
| SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam Date | December 2026 – January 2027 (Tentative) |
SSC CGL Tier-1 Examination Scheme (CBT)
The Tier-1 examination consists of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 200 marks, with a composite time limit of 60 minutes (80 minutes for eligible scribe candidates). There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
| Section / Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 200 Marks |
How to Check SSC CGL Exam Date & City Intimation Slip
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website at ssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the ‘Notice Board’ or your designated regional SSC portal link.
- Click on the notification titled “Schedule of Examination for Combined Graduate Level Examination (Tier-I / Tier-II)” or “City Intimation Slip”.
- Log in using your Registration Number / Roll Number and Date of Birth / Password.
- Your assigned exam date, shift timing, test city, and reporting time will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and print the notice or city confirmation slip for future reference.
Official Important Links
| Check SSC CGL Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Tier-1 City Intimation Slip | Available Soon |
| Download Tier-1 Admit Card | Link Activated 3-4 Days Prior |
| SSC Annual Examination Calendar | Check Calendar |
| Official SSC Portal | ssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When will the SSC CGL 2026 Tier-1 exam be conducted?
The SSC CGL 2026 Tier-1 examination is tentatively scheduled to be held between September and October 2026 in multiple shifts across the nation.
Q2: When will the SSC CGL 2026 City Intimation Slip be released?
The city intimation slips are typically made available on regional SSC websites 10 to 14 days prior to the first examination date.
Q3: How many days before the exam will the SSC CGL Admit Card 2026 be available?
The official call letter / admit card is released 3 to 4 days prior to candidate’s allocated shift date via candidate login on ssc.gov.in.
Final Summary: Candidates preparing for the Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination should structure their preparation according to the CBT pattern and regularly track ssc.gov.in and Sarkari Chatra for official notifications, shift timings, and direct regional admit card download links.
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