The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CGL Tier-I Exam City Details 2026 for candidates appearing in the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026. The city intimation details were released on 21 September 2026 through the official SSC portal.
Candidates who have successfully applied for SSC CGL 2026 can now log in to the candidate portal and check their allotted examination city and related examination details. The city information is released before the admit card so that candidates can make the necessary travel arrangements in advance.
The SSC CGL Tier-I Examination 2026 is scheduled to be conducted from 30 September 2026 to 30 October 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at examination centres across the country.
Candidates are advised to check their city details carefully and regularly visit the official SSC website for the latest updates regarding their admit card, examination centre and schedule.
SSC CGL Tier-I Exam City Details 2026
| Examination | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
| Tier | Tier-I |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Examination |
| City Intimation Status | Released |
| City Details Release Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Tier-I Exam Date | 30 September to 30 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 12,256 |
| Admit Card | To be released |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
How to Check SSC CGL Exam City Details 2026?
Candidates can check their allotted examination city by logging in to the SSC candidate portal.
Follow the steps given below:
- Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission.
- Open the Candidate Login section.
- Enter your registered login credentials.
- Log in to your candidate dashboard.
- Select the SSC CGL Tier-I Examination 2026 option.
- Open the Exam City Details/City Intimation link.
- Check your allotted examination city and examination date.
- Download or save the details for future reference.
Candidates should carefully check the information displayed on the portal and make their travel arrangements accordingly.
SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
The Staff Selection Commission is conducting the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 for recruitment to approximately 12,256 Group B and Group C posts in various Ministries, Departments and Organizations of the Government of India, as well as Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies and Tribunals.
SSC CGL Vacancy Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Examination | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 |
| Name of Posts | Various Group B and Group C Posts |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 12,256 |
| Pay Level | Level 4 to Level 8 |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100, depending on the post |
Some of the posts covered under SSC CGL include:
- Assistant Audit Officer
- Assistant Accounts Officer
- Assistant Section Officer
- Inspector
- Sub-Inspector
- Inspector of Posts
- Statistical Investigator
- Office Superintendent
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Tax Assistant
- Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant
- Other Group B and Group C posts
SSC CGL Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)
Eligibility Criteria of SSC CGL Recruitment
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit varies according to the post. The applicable age groups include:
- 18 to 27 years
- 20 to 30 years
- 18 to 30 years
- Other post-specific age limits as mentioned in the official notification
Age Relaxation
Eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories will receive relaxation in the upper age limit as per Government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD – Unreserved | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the post applied for.
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Candidates should have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University or Institute with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at Class 12 level, or
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subjects such as:
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Economics
- Demography
- Population Studies
- Operations Research
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Technology
- Computer Applications
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence
The degree must be from a recognized University or Institute.
Other SSC CGL Posts
For most other posts, candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute.
Candidates who are appearing in the final year of their graduation may also apply, provided they possess the required educational qualification by the date specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The application fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment modes, including Debit Card, Credit Card, SBI Net Banking and other available options.
SSC CGL Exam Centres in North Eastern Region
The SSC CGL examination is conducted at various centres across the North Eastern Region.
| State/Region | Examination Centre | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar | 5001 |
| Assam | Dibrugarh | 5102 |
| Assam | Guwahati (Dispur) | 5105 |
| Assam | Jorhat | 5107 |
| Assam | Silchar | 5111 |
| Assam | Tezpur | 5112 |
| Nagaland | Dimapur | 5301 |
| Nagaland | Kohima | 5302 |
| Meghalaya | Shillong | 5401 |
| Manipur | Imphal | 5501 |
| Manipur | Churachandpur | 5502 |
| Manipur | Ukhrul | 5503 |
| Tripura | Agartala | 5601 |
| Mizoram | Aizawl | 5701 |
How to Apply for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026?
The application process for SSC CGL 2026 was conducted online through the official SSC portal.
The general application procedure is as follows:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete the registration process.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Select the SSC CGL 2026 application form.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application form.
Important Dates of SSC CGL Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Started | 21 May 2026 |
| Original Application Last Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Re-opening of Application | 23–25 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 1–3 July 2026 |
| Exam City Notice | 21 September 2026 |
| Tier-I Admit Card | To be released |
| Tier-I Examination | 30 September–30 October 2026 |
| Tier-II Examination | December 2026 |
The SSC CGL Tier-I city intimation information has already been released, while the admit card is to be issued separately.
Important Web Links of SSC CGL 2026
| Download CGL Tier-I Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Tier-I Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Exam City Details Notice | Click Here |
Scheme of SSC CGL Examination
The SSC CGL examination is conducted in two tiers:
- Tier-I
- Tier-II
Marks obtained in Computer-Based Examinations conducted in multiple shifts are normalized according to the formula prescribed by SSC. The normalized marks are used for determining merit and cut-off marks.
SSC CGL Tier-I Exam Pattern
Tier-I is an objective-type Computer-Based Examination consisting of multiple-choice questions.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Important Features of Tier-I
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 200
- Exam Duration: 1 hour
- Duration for eligible candidates using a scribe: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
- Questions are generally available in English and Hindi, except the English Comprehension section.
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
- Marks may be normalized when the examination is conducted in multiple shifts.
SSC CGL Tier-II Examination
Tier-II consists of different papers conducted in separate shifts or days as applicable.
Paper-I
Paper-I is compulsory for all candidates shortlisted for Tier-II.
Paper-II
Paper-II is applicable to candidates who:
- Apply for the post of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, or
- Apply for Statistical Investigator Grade-II in the Office of the Registrar General of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, and
- Are shortlisted for these posts based on Tier-I performance.
Candidates should refer to the official SSC CGL notification for the detailed Tier-II scheme and post-specific requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was the SSC CGL Tier-I Exam City Details 2026 released?
The SSC CGL Tier-I city intimation details were released on 21 September 2026.
What are the SSC CGL Tier-I Exam Dates 2026?
The SSC CGL Tier-I examination is scheduled to be conducted from 30 September to 30 October 2026.
How can I check my SSC CGL exam city?
Candidates can check their allotted examination city by logging in to the SSC candidate portal using their registered credentials.
Is the SSC CGL Tier-I admit card released?
The city intimation information has been released, while the Tier-I admit card is to be released separately. Candidates should regularly check the official SSC website for the latest update.
How many vacancies are available through SSC CGL 2026?
Approximately 12,256 Group B and Group C vacancies are being filled through SSC CGL 2026.
What is the negative marking in SSC CGL Tier-I?
There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Tier-I.
How many questions are there in SSC CGL Tier-I?
Tier-I consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 200 marks.
What are the SSC CGL examination centres in Assam?
The listed Assam examination centres include Dibrugarh, Guwahati (Dispur), Jorhat, Silchar and Tezpur.
