By The SSC CGL 2025 Notification has been officially released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on its new portal www.ssc.gov.in. This year, SSC has announced 14582 vacancies for Group B and Group C posts across various central government departments. The online application process for SSC CGL 2025 started on 9th June 2025 and will continue till 4th July 2025.
SSC CGL 2025 Notification – Latest Changes Introduced
The SSC CGL 2025 Notification highlights some major changes this year aimed at improving transparency, security, and ease for applicants:
1. Aadhaar-Based Biometric Authentication
SSC has introduced Aadhaar-based biometric authentication for candidates applying for all exams, including SSC CGL 2025. Candidates can now verify their identity through fingerprint or facial recognition linked to Aadhaar at:
- Online Registration
- Application Submission
- Exam Centre (during test)
2. ‘mySSC’ App Upgrade
The SSC has upgraded its official app—‘mySSC’—to enable candidates to register and apply for SSC exams directly through their mobile devices.
3. New Posts Introduced
Two new posts have been added under SSC CGL 2025:
- Section Head
- Office Superintendent
These additions increase job opportunities under the new recruitment cycle.
SSC CGL 2025 Eligibility Criteria
As per the SSC CGL 2025 Notification, candidates must fulfill certain eligibility conditions in terms of education qualification, age limit, and nationality.
Educational Qualification (As on 01/08/2025)
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Graduation with 60% marks in Maths in Class 12 OR Degree with Statistics |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Graduation with Economics/Statistics/Mathematics |
| Research Assistant (NHRC) | Bachelor’s Degree + 1 year research experience |
| Other Posts | Graduation in any discipline |
Age Limit (As on 01/08/2025)
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Group B (ASO, Inspector, Sub-Inspector, etc.) | 18–30 years or 20–30 years |
| JSO | 18–32 years |
| Group C (Auditor, Tax Assistant, Accountant, etc.) | 18–27 years |
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SSC CGL 2025 Age Relaxation
As per the SSC CGL 2025 Notification, category-wise upper age relaxation is applicable as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwD (UR/OBC/SC/ST) | 10/13/15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3–8 years (based on category) |
| Central Govt. Employees | Up to 45 years (Group C – SC/ST) |
| Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 40 years (SC/ST) |
| J&K Domicile | Up to 10 years (SC/ST) |
| Defence Personnel Disabled | Up to 10 years (SC/ST) |
Nationality Criteria in SSC CGL 2025 Notification
To be eligible, a candidate must be:
- An Indian citizen, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from countries like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, etc. for permanent settlement in India.
SSC CGL 2025 Online Form Process
According to the SSC CGL 2025 Notification, the registration process is fully online. Candidates must:
- Visit the official SSC portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Apply for SSC CGL 2025 and submit documents.
- Use Aadhaar for biometric verification.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Important Dates:
- Start Date: 9th June 2025
- Last Date: 4th July 2025
- Application Mode: Online only
You may also apply via the ‘mySSC’ app launched by SSC for quick mobile access.
Age Limit as per SSC CGL 2025 Notification (as on 01/08/2025)
As mentioned in the official SSC CGL 2025 Notification, candidates applying for various posts must fall within the age range of 18 to 32 years, depending on the specific post. Below is the post-wise age limit for all levels:
Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer – Central Secretariat Service | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – Intelligence Bureau | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – Ministry of Railways | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – Ministry of External Affairs | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – AFHQ | 20 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – Ministry of Electronics & IT | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer – Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant / Assistant Section Officer – Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector of Income Tax – CBDT | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector (Central Excise) – CBIC | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer) – CBIC | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector (Examiner) – CBIC | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer – Dept. of Revenue | 18 to 30 years |
| Sub-Inspector – CBI | 20 to 30 years |
| Inspector – Department of Post | 18 to 30 years |
| Inspector – Central Bureau of Narcotics | 18 to 30 years |
| Section Head – Directorate General of Foreign Trade | 18 to 30 years |
Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant / Assistant Section Officer – Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 30 years |
| Executive Assistant – CBIC | 18 to 30 years |
| Research Assistant – NHRC | 18 to 30 years |
| Divisional Accountant – Offices of C&AG | 18 to 30 years |
| Sub-Inspector – NIA | 18 to 30 years |
| Sub-Inspector – NCB (Ministry of Home Affairs) | 18 to 30 years |
| Junior Statistical Officer – Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation | 18 to 32 years |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II – Ministry of Home Affairs | 18 to 30 years |
| Office Superintendent – CBDT | 18 to 30 years |
Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Auditor – C&AG | 18 to 27 years |
| Auditor – Other Ministries/Departments | 18 to 27 years |
| Auditor – CGDA | 18 to 27 years |
| Accountant – C&AG | 18 to 27 years |
| Accountant – Controller General of Accounts | 18 to 27 years |
| Accountant / Junior Accountant – Other Departments | 18 to 27 years |
Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | 18 to 27 years |
| Sr. Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk – CGO/CSOs | 18 to 27 years |
| Senior Administrative Assistant | 18 to 27 years |
| Tax Assistant – CBDT | 18 to 27 years |
| Tax Assistant – CBIC | 18 to 27 years |
| Sub-Inspector – Central Bureau of Narcotics | 18 to 27 years |
Upper Age Relaxation in SSC CGL 2025
As per the SSC CGL 2025 Notification, the following category-wise age relaxation is applicable:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwD (General) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General – Group B) | 5 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC – Group B) | 8 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST – Group B) | 10 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General – Group C) | Up to 40 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC – Group C) | Up to 43 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST – Group C) | Up to 45 years |
| Candidates from J&K (General) | 5 years |
| Candidates from J&K (OBC) | 8 years |
| Candidates from J&K (SC/ST) | 10 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (General – Group C) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (OBC – Group C) | Up to 38 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST – Group C) | Up to 40 years |
| Defence Personnel Disabled (General) | 5 years |
| Defence Personnel Disabled (OBC) | 8 years |
| Defence Personnel Disabled (SC/ST) | 10 years |
Nationality Criteria for SSC CGL 2025
To be eligible as per SSC CGL 2025 Notification, a candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from:
- Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka
- East African nations: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam
with the intention to permanently settle in India.
SSC CGL 2025 Online Form – Apply Now
The SSC CGL 2025 Notification confirms that the application process will be conducted only in online mode. Here’s what candidates should do:
- Visit the official website www.ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill in the SSC CGL Online Application Form.
- Upload required documents and choose preferred exam centres.
- Complete Aadhaar-based biometric verification.
- Submit the form and pay the fee online.
Important Dates:
- Start of Online Application: 9th June 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 4th July 2025
- Application Mode: Online via www.ssc.gov.in
SSC CGL Application Fee 2025
Candidates applying for the SSC CGL 2025 Exam are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 100/- through online payment modes only. Accepted modes include BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit Cards.
Fee Exemption:
The following categories are exempted from paying the fee:
- Women candidates
- Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) categories
SSC CGL 2025 Selection Process
The SSC CGL recruitment process 2025 is conducted in two stages (Tier-I and Tier-II) to shortlist eligible candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in central government departments.
Stages of Selection:
- Tier-I: Computer-Based Examination (Qualifying in nature)
- Tier-II:
- Paper I: Compulsory for all posts
- Paper II: Only for candidates applying for the post of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2025
The revised SSC CGL exam pattern consists of 2 tiers, each conducted in online mode.
| Tier | Type | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Tier – I | Objective MCQs (Qualifying) | Online (CBT) |
| Tier – II | Paper I (Compulsory for All), Paper II (Only for JSO applicants) | Online (CBT) |
SSC CGL 2025 Syllabus Overview
Here is an overview of the Tier-1 SSC CGL syllabus for 2025:
1. General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Classification, Word Formation, Matrix, Non-verbal reasoning
2. General Awareness
- Static GK (History, Polity, Geography)
- Current Affairs, Books & Authors, Science, Sports, Important Schemes, CM & Governors
3. Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification, Interest, Averages, Ratio, Percentage, Mensuration, Data Interpretation, Problems on Ages
4. English Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension, Fill in the Blanks, Spellings, Cloze Test, Synonyms/Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Sentence Correction
SSC CGL Salary Structure 2025 (Post-wise)
Below is the pay-level wise SSC CGL salary structure including grade pay, basic pay, and estimated gross salary.
| Post | Level | Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Initial Pay | Approx Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer (CSS) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Inspector (Income Tax/CBIC) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Sub Inspector (CBI) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹4600 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹4200 | ₹35,400 | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Auditor | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹2800 | ₹29,200 | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹2400 | ₹25,500 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 |
SSC CGL Posts and Classification
The SSC CGL exam recruits for Group B and Group C posts under various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.
SSC CGL Posts List 2025
| Post Name | Classification | Department / Ministry |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Group “B” | CSS, MEA, Railway, IB, AFHQ, MEIT |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | Group “B” | Dept. of Revenue |
| Inspector (Central Excise) | Group “B” | CBIC |
| Inspector of Income Tax | Group “C” | CBDT |
| Sub Inspector | Group “B” | CBI, NIA |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Group “B” | Ministry of Statistics |
| Auditor | Group “C” | C&AG, CGDA, Ministries |
| Tax Assistant | Group “C” | CBDT / CBIC |
| Accountant / Junior Accountant | Group “C” | Other Ministries |
SSC CGL Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for the SSC CGL Exam must adopt a strategic approach to maximize their chances of selection. Toppers from previous years have shared the following effective SSC CGL Preparation Tips:
| Preparation Tips | Details |
|---|---|
| Understand the Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Marking Scheme | Start by thoroughly understanding the SSC CGL exam pattern, including subjects, number of questions, marking scheme, and time duration. A clear grasp of the structure helps in designing a well-organized study plan. |
| Create an Effective Study Plan | As the SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates are scheduled from 13th to 30th August 2025, it is essential to make a time-bound and realistic study plan. Allocate sufficient time for each subject based on your strengths and weaknesses. |
| Collect Authentic Study Material & Books | Choose only reliable and standard study materials. Refer to books and resources recommended by experts and toppers to enhance your preparation quality. |
| Subject-wise Preparation Strategy | Focus on building a separate strategy for each subject – General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Devote more time to weaker areas. |
| Add Mock Tests and Previous Year Question Papers to Your Preparation | Practice SSC CGL mock tests regularly and solve previous year papers to understand the exam pattern and frequently asked questions. It also helps in identifying important topics. |
| Focus on Time Management | Efficient time management is key. The Tier 1 exam includes 100 questions to be completed in 60 minutes. Practice solving questions within a set time to improve speed and accuracy. |
| Prepare Notes and Revise Regularly | Make concise notes during your preparation. These are helpful for quick revision during the final days before the exam. |
| Read Newspapers and Keep Updated with Current Affairs | Stay updated with current events by reading newspapers daily and following weekly/monthly current affairs. The General Awareness section carries 25 marks, so don’t ignore it. |
SSC CGL 2025 Exam Centres
The SSC CGL 2025 exam will be conducted at various centres across India. Candidates can choose their preferred exam city while filling the application form. The allotted examination centre will be mentioned on the admit card, which will be released about a week before the exam.
Below is the region-wise list of SSC CGL 2025 exam centres:
| Examination Centres | SSC Regions and States | Address of Regional Office / Website |
|---|---|---|
| Agra, Allahabad, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Varanasi, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Patna | Central Region (CR) – Bihar and Uttar Pradesh | Regional Director (CR), SSC, 21-23, Lowther Road, Allahabad, UP – 211002. www.ssc-cr.org |
| Gangtok, Ranchi, Barasat, Berhampore, Chinsurah, Jalpaiguri, Kolkata, Malda, Midnapur, Siliguri, Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Keonjhargarh, Sambalpur, Port Blair | Eastern Region (ER) – WB, Odisha, Jharkhand, A&N Islands, Sikkim | Regional Director (ER), SSC, 1st MSO Building, 8th Floor, 234/4 AJC Bose Road, Kolkata – 700020. www.sscer.org |
| Bangalore, Dharwar, Gulbarga, Mangalore, Mysore, Kochi, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur | Karnataka Kerala Region (KKR) – Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep | Regional Director (KKR), SSC, 1st Floor, “E” Wing, Kendriya Sadan, Koramangala, Bengaluru – 560034. www.ssckkr.kar.nic.in |
| Bhopal, Chindwara, Guna, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Ratlam, Satna, Sagar, Ambikapur, Bilaspur, Jagdalpur, Raipur, Durg | Madhya Pradesh Sub-Region (MPR) – MP, Chhattisgarh | Dy. Director (MPR), SSC, J-5, Anupam Nagar, Raipur, Chhattisgarh – 492007. www.sscmpr.org |
| Almora, Dehradun, Haldwani, Srinagar (Uttarakhand), Haridwar, Delhi, Ajmer, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sriganganagar, Udaipur | Northern Region (NR) – Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand | Regional Director (NR), SSC, Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003. www.sscnr.net.in |
| Anantnag, Baramulla, Jammu, Leh, Rajouri, Srinagar, Kargil, Hamirpur, Shimla, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Patiala, Amritsar, Chandigarh | North Western Sub-Region (NWR) – Punjab, Haryana, J&K, Himachal Pradesh | Dy. Director (NWR), SSC, Block No. 3, Ground Floor, Kendriya Sadan, Sector-9, Chandigarh – 160009. www.sscnwr.org |
| Guntur, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirapalli, Tirunelveli, Puducherry, Hyderabad, Nizamabad, Warangal | Southern Region (SR) – AP, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry | Regional Director (SR), SSC, 2nd Floor, EVK Sampath Building, DPI Campus, College Road, Chennai – 600006. www.sscsr.gov.in |
| Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Surat, Bhavnagar, Kutch, Amravati, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Thane, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Akola, Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Alibaug, Panaji | Western Region (WR) – Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Daman & Diu, DNH | Regional Director (WR), SSC, 1st Floor, South Wing, Pratishtha Bhawan, 101 Maharshi Karve Road, Mumbai – 400020. www.sscwr.net |
| Itanagar, Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Kohima, Shillong, Imphal, Churachandpur, Ukhrul, Agartala, Aizawl | North Eastern Region (NER) – Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Nagaland, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh | Regional Director (NER), SSC, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Basistha Road, Dispur, Guwahati – 781006. www.sscner.org.in |
SSC CGL 2025 Admit Card
The SSC CGL 2025 Admit Card for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams will be released separately on the official SSC website: www.ssc.gov.in. Candidates who have successfully submitted their applications will first receive the Tier 1 Admit Card. Only those who qualify in Tier 1 will be issued the Tier 2 Admit Card.
To download the SSC CGL admit card, candidates will need:
- Registration Number
- Date of Birth or Password
The admit card will include important details such as the exam date, shift timing, exam centre, and reporting instructions.
SSC CGL 2025 Answer Key
The SSC CGL 2025 Answer Key will be released within a week after the exam. For both Tier 1 and Tier 2, the answer keys will be published in two phases:
- Provisional Answer Key – Released first; candidates can raise objections.
- Final Answer Key – Released after resolving objections.
Candidates can challenge the provisional answers by submitting a fee of ₹100 per question. Along with the answer key, the response sheet and question paper PDF will also be available for download.
SSC CGL 2025 Result
The SSC CGL Result 2025 will be published on the official website: www.ssc.gov.in. The recruitment process includes two stages — Tier 1 (qualifying) and Tier 2 (scoring).
- The SSC CGL Tier 1 Result will be declared first, listing the roll numbers and names of candidates shortlisted for Tier 2.
- The final SSC CGL result will be based solely on performance in the Tier 2 exam.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for result updates and merit list PDF downloads.
SSC CGL 2025 Cut Off
SSC releases category-wise and post-wise cut-off marks along with the result of each stage. The cut-off for Tier 1 is released separately for different posts like Assistant Audit Officer (AAO), Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), Statistical Investigator, and other posts.
Here is a look at the SSC CGL Previous Year Tier 1 Cut Off (2024) for reference:
| Category | Finance & AAO | JSO | Statistical Investigator Gr. II | All Other Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 169.67168 | 168.53975 | 172.36025 | 150.04936 |
| EWS | 167.18331 | 166.06750 | 158.76802 | 143.44441 |
| OBC | 166.28763 | 165.86857 | 152.42184 | 145.93743 |
| SC | 154.29292 | 148.50911 | — | 126.68201 |
| ST | 148.98918 | 146.65109 | 127.32602 | 118.16655 |
| OH | 147.95269 | 132.72381 | — | 115.98466 |
| HH | 126.86400 | 80.99998 | 49.14875 | 77.72754 |
| Others-PwD | 109.82718 | — | 40.00000 | 57.45303 |
| VH | — | 114.60998 | 82.56201 | 121.59662 |
| Ex-Servicemen | — | — | — | 100.29326 |
Note: These cut-offs help in analyzing trends and setting realistic target scores for SSC CGL 2025.
Final Words on SSC CGL 2025 Notification
The SSC CGL 2025 Notification brings multiple updates—from biometric verification and new posts to app-based applications—indicating a shift toward a more secure and streamlined recruitment process. Candidates are advised to check the official notification thoroughly and apply before the last date.
FAQs – SSC CGL 2025
Q1. Will there be an SSC CGL Exam in 2025?
Ans. Yes, the SSC CGL Exam 2025 will be conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The official notification has already been released for the recruitment of eligible candidates to various Group B and Group C posts in central government departments.
Q2. What is the mode of SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam?
Ans. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam will be conducted in online computer-based mode (CBT). The exam includes objective-type questions from subjects like General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
Q3. What is the release date for SSC CGL Notification 2025?
Ans. The SSC CGL 2025 Notification was officially released on 11th June 2025 on the SSC’s new website www.ssc.gov.in. It includes complete details such as the number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and important dates.
Q4. How many vacancies are to be filled through SSC CGL Recruitment 2025?
Ans. A total of 14,582 vacancies have been announced under the SSC CGL 2025 Recruitment. These vacancies are distributed across various ministries, departments, and government organizations under Group B and Group C categories.
