SSC CGL 2025 Notification Released – Apply Now for Group B & C Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2025 for recruiting candidates to numerous Group B and Group C posts across various ministries, departments, As well as constitutional or statutory organizations under the Government of India. This national-level recruitment drive offers a gateway for university graduates to enter the civil services through roles like Assistant Section Officer, Inspector, Junior Statistical Officer, and more.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about SSC CGL 2025, crafted in a conversational yet informative tone.

1. Important Dates to Note

• Online Application Window: 9 June – 4 July 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 5 July 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
• Correction Window (Form & Fee): 9 – 11 July 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
• Tier-I Computer-Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled between August 13 and August 30, 2025.
• Tier-II Exam (CBT): Tentatively scheduled for December 2025
• Helpline: For any application issues, dial 1800‑309‑3063 (toll-free)

The SSC encourages women applicants to participate, emphasizing the goal of gender balance in government services.

2. Vacancy Overview – Posts & Pay Levels

SSC CGL 2025 will fill multiple posts based on academic qualifications and age limits. Here’s a breakdown:

Pay Level-7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) – Group B

• Assistant Section Officer (ASO): Central Secretariat, IB, MEA, Railways, AFHQ, MeitY, and other departments (age 18–30 or 20–30 years)
• Inspector: Income Tax (CBDT), Central Excise (CBIC), Preventive Officer, Examiner, Narcotics, Postal Inspectors
• Assistant Enforcement Officer: Directorate of Enforcement, Dept. of Revenue
• Sub-Inspector: CBI
• Section Head: DGFT

Pay Level-6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) – Group B

• Assistant / ASO: Various ministries
• Executive Assistant: CBIC
• Research Assistant: NHRC
• Divisional Accountant: C&AG
• Sub-Inspector: NIA, NCB
• Junior Statistical Officer: MoSPI (age up to 32)
• Statistical Investigator Grade II: MHA
• Office Superintendent: CBDT

Pay Level-5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) – Group C

• Auditor: C&AG, CGDA, and other departments
• Accountant / Junior Accountant: C&AG, CGA, other departments

Pay Level-4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) – Group C

• Postal / Sorting Assistant: Dept. of Posts
• Senior Secretariat Assistant / UDC
• Senior Administrative Assistant: MES
• Tax Assistant: CBDT, CBIC
• Sub‑Inspector: Central Bureau of Narcotics (Ministry of Finance)

3. Age Eligibility (as on 1 August 2025)

The age criteria vary by post category:

• 18–27 years: Most Group C roles
  (Born between 2 Aug 1998 and 1 Aug 2007)
• 20–30 years: ASO in specific departments, CBI SI
  (Born between 2 Aug 1995 and 1 Aug 2005)
• 18–30 years: For Inspector roles
  (Born between 2 Aug 1995 and 1 Aug 2007)
• 18–32 years: Junior Statistical Officer
  (Born between 2 Aug 1993 and 1 Aug 2007)

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST: +5 years
• OBC: +3 years
• PwBD (UR): +10, OBC: +13, SC/ST: +15
• Ex‑Servicemen: +3 years post-service
• Defence personnel disabled in operations are eligible for an age relaxation of 3 years for UR and 8 years for SC/ST candidates.
• Central Government employees are eligible for age relaxation up to 40 years for UR and up to 45 years for SC/ST categories.
• Widows and divorced women can avail age relaxation up to 35 years for UR and up to 40 years for SC/ST categories.

4. Educational Qualifications

Applicants must meet post-specific educational criteria by 1 August 2025:

• For general posts like ASO and Inspectors, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• Junior Statistical Officer: Graduate with statistics at degree level or 60% in class 12 mathematics
• Statistical Investigator Grade II: Graduate with statistics across all degree semesters

5. Application Fee & Exemptions

• Fee: ₹100
• Exemptions: Women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex‑Servicemen

Payment Methods: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay

Ensure payment is completed by 11:00 PM on 5 July 2025.

6. Reservation & Disability Provisions

SSC follows the Government of India’s reservation norms for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and ESM categories. Responsibilities like roster maintenance and identifying disability-suitable posts lie with respective user departments. Selection is based on vacancies and eligibility.

7. Selection Process

The selection comprises two tiers (both computer-based):

1. Tier-I: Objective-type screening test
2. Tier-II: Includes descriptive paper and/or skill tests (where applicable)

Candidates must qualify each stage to progress further. Detailed guidelines and syllabus will be released in due course.

8. How to Apply

Steps:

1. Register/Log in
2. Complete personal, educational, and contact details
3. Upload photo and signature
4. Pay application fee
5. Submit and download the confirmation form

Refer to SSC’s Annexure III & IV in the official notification for detailed instructions.

9. Preparation Tips & Final Thoughts

• Note the critical dates—missed deadlines mean missed opportunities
• Verify your eligibility (age, qualification, reservation, disability) before applying
• Ensure scanned documents meet SSC’s specifications
• Post/Tier-specific preparation is essential—explore previous year papers and syllabus to plan your study strategy
• Start your preparation early since Tier-I is scheduled as early as mid-August

Why SSC CGL 2025 Matters

SSC CGL offers a prominent path for graduates to secure a central government position with stable pay, additional allowances, and career advancement opportunities. Multiple posts across diverse departments make it a flexible opportunity suited to varied interests and qualifications.

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