Aspirants seeking employment in central government ministries and departments can now apply for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026, officially initiated by the Staff Selection Commission. This nationwide recruitment drive aims to fill 12,256 vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts in central government departments. Interested and eligible graduates have been provided access to submit their applications online through the commission's unified portal within the designated window.
Crucial Timelines and Schedule of Examination
As per the schedule finalized by the commission, online submission of application forms commenced on May 21, 2026. The window to register and submit forms will conclude on June 22, 2026, while candidates will have until June 23, 2026, to clear their online examination fee payments. For individuals needing to rectify errors in their submitted forms, an application correction facility will operate between June 29 and July 1, 2026.
The preliminary phase of testing, designated as Tier-1, is tentatively set to occur between August and September 2026. Candidates clearing this preliminary screening will advance to the Tier-2 examination, which is slated for December 2026. Finalized test dates for each stage will be officially announced by the commission in due course.
Eligibility Criteria, Age Bracket and Applicable Fees
Applicants must satisfy specific age and academic prerequisites to participate in this recruitment cycle. The general age requirements define an age span between 18 and 30 years. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will receive age relaxation in accordance with central government rules. In terms of educational background, holding a graduation degree from a recognized university is mandatory, with candidates advised to consult the notification document for post-specific requirements.
A registration fee of 100 rupees is applicable to general category candidates. Conversely, female applicants as well as individuals belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) classifications are fully exempted from paying any examination fee. Payments can be completed through recognized digital avenues, including debit cards, credit cards, UPI services, and net banking facilities.
Step-by-Step Submission Procedure
Aspirants must follow an ordered series of actions to lodge their applications through the portal
- Navigate directly to the commission's official address at ssc.gov.in.
- Access the designated Apply tab located on the homepage.
- Select the link titled Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025.
- New applicants must proceed to Register Now to finish their initial profile setup.
- Log in with the generated credentials and enter all requested professional and personal details accurately.
- Upload clear scanned versions of essential academic certificates, a recent photograph, and an official signature.
- Remit the mandatory application sum of 100 rupees using credit card, debit card, UPI, or internet banking.
- Submit the completed file and preserve a hard copy of the final confirmation sheet for future procedural requirements.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the official commission website on a periodic basis to remain abreast of all notices, scheduling adjustments, and procedural announcements concerning the examination.
