Staff Selection Commission (SSC) CGL Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 to fill various Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts in central government departments, ministries, and organizations. Eligible graduates across India can apply online through the SSC official website (www.ssc.gov.in).
Key Details:
- Eligible Candidates: Eligible candidates must meet the specified age and qualification requirements.
- Application Mode: Online application process.
- Test Date: Tier-I examination is scheduled for August 2025, with the official notification release date being June 9, 2025.
Important Dates:
- Notification Release Date: June 9, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: June 9, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: July 4, 2025
- Tier-I Exam Date: August 13-30, 2025
Application Fee:
The application fee for General/OBC candidates is ₹100, while SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates apply fee nil.
Vacancies and Qualifications:
Various graduate-level posts are to be filled based on graduate pass as the selection qualification.
Age Limit:
The minimum age required is 18 years, with a maximum age between 27 to 32 years, depending on the post. Age relaxation is applied for reserved categories as per government rules.
Selection Process:
The CGL recruitment process consists of four stages:
- Tier-I: Computer-Based Examination (Objective)
- Tier-II: Computer-Based Examination (Objective)
- Tier-III: Descriptive Paper (Pen & Paper Mode)
- Tier-IV: Computer Proficiency Test / Data Entry Skill Test / Document Verification
Final selection will be based on cumulative performance in Tier-I and Tier-II exams and post preference.
Exam Pattern:
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Tier-I Exam:
- Time: 60 minutes
- Section-wise breakup:
- General Intelligence: 25 questions (50 marks)
- General Awareness: 25 questions (50 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 25 questions (50 marks)
- English Comprehension: 25 questions (50 marks)
- Tier-II Exam:
- Time: 1-2 hours
- Section-wise breakup:
- Paper I (Compulsory): 30 questions in Quantitative Ability (90 marks)
- Paper II (Compulsory): 30 questions in Reasoning (90 marks) and 25 questions in General Awareness & Logical Reasoning (75 marks) and 45 questions in English Language (135 marks)
- Paper III: 100 questions in General Studies (Finance & Economics) (200 marks)
Application Process:
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the SSC official website (www.ssc.gov.in). Register using a valid email ID and phone number, fill in personal, academic, and contact details, upload scanned documents (photo, signature, etc.), and pay the application fee.
Follow These Links for Further Information:
- SSC CGL 2025 Notification PDF
- SSC CGL 2025 Apply Online Link
- SSC Official Website (www.ssc.gov.in)
Important Reminders:
- Applications start on June 9, 2025.
- Last date to apply is July 4, 2025.
- Tier-I exam will be held from August 13 to 30, 2025.
To ensure a smooth application process, please follow the instructions carefully and don’t miss the application deadlines.
