Clear answers to the most common queries about the SSC CGL Exam, eligibility, syllabus, and selection process in one place.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam is one of the most prestigious and competitive government exams in India. Every year, lakhs of aspirants aim for secure and rewarding careers in various central government departments. At Ignite SSC Academy, we equip you with the right knowledge, strategies, and practice to crack it confidently.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam to recruit for Group B & C posts in various central government ministries and departments.
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
Age: 18–32 years (varies by post).
Fee: ₹100 (exemptions for women, SC/ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen).
Exam Structure:
SSC CGL is held in four tiers:
Tier I – Preliminary (Objective)
Subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension.
100 questions | 200 marks | 60 mins | -0.5 negative marking.
Tier II – Mains (Objective)
Papers: Quantitative Abilities, English Language & Comprehension, Statistics, General Studies (Finance & Economics).
Paper 1 & 2 compulsory; Paper 3 & 4 for specific posts.
Duration: 2 hours per paper | Negative marking applies.
Tier III – Descriptive
Pen-and-paper test in English/Hindi (essay, letter, precis).
Tier IV – Skill/Proficiency Test
DEST for Tax Assistant posts.
CPT for posts requiring MS Office skills.
Mode: Tiers I & II are computer-based; Tier III is offline.
Staff Selection Commission - Combined Graduate Level(SSC CGL)exam is an exam conducted by staff selection commission every year for selecting staff for various group B and C posts.
Acronym: SSC CGL
Online test
100 questions, 200marks, 60 minutes duration
Maths: 100 questions, 200marks, 2 hours duration
English: 200 questions, 200marks,2 hours duration
Letter/essay/précis/: 100marks, 1 hour duration
A summary of official notification dated on 16.05.2017.To know more visit official notification
Who has migrated from other countries (detailed list of countries available in official notification) with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (b), (c) or (d) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Indian government.
Age:18-32 {depending up on the posts}
Age relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation (years) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 |
| OBC | 3 |
| PH | 10 |
* For the post of Statistical Investigator Grade - II: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University with: At least 60% in Mathematics at 12th Standard level OR Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.
* For all other posts: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any other equivalent qualification.
Application format: online
Part1: Here the candidate has to fill basic information and preference of the post
Part2: Here the candidate has to fill payment details, upload photograph and signature
For online registration: http://ssc online 2 .gov.in
http//ssc registration .nic.in
Application charge: 100 only
No application charges for Female , SC , ST , physically handicapped and Ex-service man candidates











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Descriptive paper (offline, pen & paper).
Includes essay, letter, precis, or application writing in English or Hindi.
Depending on the post:
DEST: Data entry test (2000 key depressions in 15 minutes).
CPT: Test in Word processing, Spreadsheets, and Slide preparation.
Tier III: Offline (Pen & Paper).
Tier IV: Practical skill-based tests.
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