SSC CGL 2026 notification: 12,256 vacancies; apply by June 22

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CGL 2026 notification on the official website ssc.gov.in, announcing approximately 12,256 vacancies. Registrations are open now; the last date to apply is June 22, 2026 and the last date for online fee payment is June 23, 2026 .

SSC CGL 2026 notification — key dates and how to apply

Applications must be submitted online at ssc.gov.in . Complete your registration and submit the application before June 22, 2026 . If a fee applies to your category, make the online payment by June 23, 2026 to ensure your form is accepted.

The notification gives a broad vacancy number but does not publish a post-wise or category-wise breakup in the summary. Candidates should check the official PDF on the commission’s website for any downloadable annexures or detailed vacancy lists.

SSC CGL 2026 notification — exam mode and tentative schedule

The SSC CGL 2026 will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The Commission has listed the Tier 1 window as tentatively August–September 2026 , while Tier 2 is scheduled tentatively for December 2026 .

Tier-wise schedules and city-wise exam centres will be shared by the Commission in future updates on ssc.gov.in. Keep your email and registered mobile number active for official intimation.

What this means for applicants now

If you plan to apply, start the online form early and keep scanned ID, educational certificates, and a recent photograph ready. Confirm payment status after completing the transaction and download the confirmation page or receipt from the portal.

Because the process is entirely online, submission before the deadline avoids last-minute payment or server issues. Check the official notification PDF on ssc.gov.in for any additional instructions specific to posts you may prefer.

Authority

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is the issuing authority for this recruitment. The official notification and application portal are available at ssc.gov.in.