SSC CGL Exam 2026 Dates Released for Tier 1

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 Tier-I. As per the latest notice, the Tier-I examination will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026. Candidates who have applied for SSC CGL 2026 can check the examination-related notice through the official SSC website.

The Tier-I examination will be conducted in Computer Based Examination (CBE) mode. The exam is held for recruitment to various Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries, departments and organisations. SSC has indicated approximately 12,256 tentative vacancies for this recruitment cycle.

SSC CGL Exam 2026 Tier 1: Important Dates

Candidates should regularly check the SSC portal for city information, admit card details and other instructions before the examination.

SSC CGL Tier-I Exam Pattern 2026

The SSC CGL Tier-I question paper will contain 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying 200 marks. Candidates will get one hour to complete the examination.

The paper will be divided into four sections:

The questions will generally be available in English and Hindi, except for the English Comprehension section. A negative marking of 0.50 marks will be applicable for every incorrect answer.

SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 Exam: What Candidates Should Know

Candidates should begin their final preparation according to the announced examination window. Since the Tier-I exam will be conducted over multiple dates, the individual examination date and centre details will be communicated through the relevant SSC login and admit card facilities.

Applicants should ensure that the details mentioned on their admit cards are correct and carry all mandatory documents to the examination centre. They should also follow the reporting time and examination-day instructions issued by SSC.

How to Check SSC CGL Exam 2026 Official Notice?

Candidates can follow these steps to check the official examination schedule:

1. Visit the official SSC website.

2. Go to the Notice Board section.

3. Look for the notice related to Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026.

3. Open the examination-date notice.

4. Read the Tier-I schedule carefully.

5. Download and save the notice for future reference.

The SSC CGL Tier-I examination is now scheduled from September 30 to October 30, 2026. Candidates should rely on the official SSC website for any subsequent updates, including examination city information, admit cards and changes to the schedule.