SSC CGL 2026 notification
SSC CGL 2026 notification is expected to be released on ssc.gov.in in April 2026 after a delay from the original late-March timeline. The official PDF will be downloadable from the commission's website once published.
Article updated Apr 15, 2026 13:52 IST by Sanjana Surbhi.
SSC CGL 2026 notification: key dates and vacancies
The exact notification date is not yet out, but the release has moved from late March to likely April 2026. Vacancies are projected between 15,000 and 20,000 across Group B and Group C posts. The Tier 1 Computer-Based Examination is expected to be held in May–June 2026 .
| Event | Date / Window |
|---|---|
| Article updated | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Expected notification release month | April 2026 |
| Original expected release (delayed) | Late March 2026 |
| Expected Tier 1 exam window | May–June 2026 |
| Expected vacancies | 15,000–20,000 |
How the SSC CGL 2026 notification affects your registration
Online registration will open only after the notification is out on ssc.gov.in. Candidates typically get around 20 to 30 days to complete the application form once registration begins.
You must complete the SSC One Time Registration (OTR) before applying for CGL. New users should click on the Register Now option on the website and finish OTR to generate a registration number and password.
Step-by-step: filling the SSC CGL 2026 application
- Go to ssc.gov.in and look for the CGL apply link on the homepage.
- If new, click Register Now and finish One Time Registration.
- Log in using your registration number or password.
- Open the CGL tab and click Apply Now.
- Enter personal and educational details as requested.
- Upload documents as per instructions and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and save a copy for your records.
Keep required documents ready before you start. The notification will list document specifications and fee details.
What’s not available yet (facts to watch for in the official PDF)
The official notification is expected to provide exact application start and end dates, fee amounts, detailed eligibility (age, educational criteria), post-wise vacancy breakup, reservation details, city lists, exam pattern and syllabus, and document specifications. These items are not confirmed until the PDF is published on ssc.gov.in.
SSC CGL 2026 notification: quick takeaways
- Notification: likely April 2026 on ssc.gov.in.
- Application window: ~20–30 days after notification.
- OTR: Mandatory before applying.
- Tier 1 CBT: May–June 2026 (expected).
- Vacancies: 15,000–20,000 (expected).