SSC CGL 2024: Candidates are advised to mark their calendars as the anticipated release date for the SSC CGL 2024 notification on 11 June 2024. The delay in this notification may be due to pending matters. The Commission will give applicants one month to fill out the SSC CGL 2024 online applications. The last day to apply online for the SSC CGL 2024 will be August 2024. The regional websites will provide the SSC CGL 2024 application status in September, with the exam scheduled for October 2024.
The SSC CGL admit card 2024 will be released four days before the applicants’ exam day. Following the exam, the Commission will post the SSC CGL 2024 answer key (tentative) on its official website.
What Is the SSC CGL EXAM?
The SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) exam is a highly competitive examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) of India. It’s primarily aimed at selecting candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India. As per the SSC calendar, SSC is expected to release the notification on 11 June 2024.
Also Read: SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024
We have provided every essential information related to the SSC CGL 2024 exam in this blog. Candidates can go through the check all the information in detail.
SSC CGL 2024 HIGHLIGHTS
| SSC CGL 2024 Highlights | |
| Exam Name | SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Level | National level |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| SSC CGL Application 2024 Start Date | 11-June-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| Last Date to Apply for SSC CGL 2024 | 10-July-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| SSC CGL 2024 Application Fee Submission Date (Online) | 11-July-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| SSC CGL 2024 Application Fee Submission Date (Offline) | 12-July-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| SSC CGL 2024 application Correction Dates | 13-July-2024 to 15-July-2024(tentative) |
| SSC CGL 2024 Tier 1 Exam Dates | October 2024 |
| Vacancies | To be notified |
| Category | Government jobs |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University or Institution |
| Age-Limit | Minimum Age Limit – 18Maximum Age Limit – 32Age will be calculated from August 1, 2024 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Tier-I and Tier-II |
| Total Registrations | 20 Lakh approximately |
| Application fee | INR 100 |
| Exam Duration | Tier-I: 60 minutes (online)Tier-II:Paper 1 – 150 MinutesPaper 2 – 120 MinutesPaper 3 – 120 Minutes |
| Exam Purpose | Selection of candidates for Group B and C posts in ministries/departments/organizations of the Government of India |
| Exam Language | English and Hindi |
| Exam Helpdesk No. | 011-69999845 |
| Official Website | http://ssc.nic.in/ |
SSC CGL EXAM SCHEDULE 2024
The SSC CGL 2024 is supposed to be held in October 2024. The important dates related to SSC CGL EXAM 2024 are given below.
| SSC CGL 2024 Exam Events | SSC CGL Exam Dates |
| SSC CGL Notification Release Date | 11-June-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| SSC CGL 2024 Application Dates | 11-June-2024 to 10-July-2024 (Expected to be delayed) |
| SSC CGL 2024 Exam Dates | October 2024 |
| SSC CGL 2024 Result | November 2024 |
SSC CGL 2024 Vacancy
The Staff Selection Commission is expected to announce tentative vacancies for the SSC CGL 2024 examination simultaneously with the release of the official notification. Detailed category-wise information regarding the estimated number of openings will be made available on the SSC’s official website.
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SSC CGL 2024 Exam Pattern
According to the revised exam format, SSC CGL is divided into two phases: Tier I and Tier II.
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The SSC CGL exam has been reorganized into two main parts: Part 1 and Part 2.
| SSC CGL Tier-I Sections & Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks |
| A: General Intelligence Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| B: General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| C: Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| D: English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Session | Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| I | I (2 hours and 15 mins) | I (1 hour) | Module I – Mathematical Abilities Module II – Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 + 30 | 60 x 3 = 180 |
| II (1 hour) | Module I – English Language ComprehensionModule II – General Awareness | 45 + 25 | 70 x 3 = 210 | ||
| III (15 mins) | Module – I – Computer Knowledge module | 20 | 20 x 3 = 60 | ||
| II (15 mins) | III | Module – II: Data Entry Speed Test | One data entry task | ||
| II | 2 hours | Statistics (Paper I & II as above) | 100 | 100 x 2 = 200 | |
| III | 2 hours | General Studies (Paper I & II as above) (Finance & Economics) | 100 | 100 x 2 = 200 | |
| Total | 500 | 850 |
SSC CGL 2024 Syllabus
It is expected that the Staff Selection Commission will not change the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 syllabus in the official notification because the Commission changed it in the 2022 notification. The syllabus of SSC CGL 2024 for all four sections General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and English.
SSC CGL 2024 Posts
The Staff Selection Commission will announce the job roles, number of openings, pay scales, and age requirements for the SSC CGL 2024 exam through their official notification. The Commission has listed the following job positions for this SSC CGL exam in its notification.
SSC CGL posts are classified into the following three categories:
- Group ‘B’ Gazetted
- Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted
- Group ‘C’
SSC CGL Group B Posts
There are only two positions that are Group B Gazetted. The details of the posts are
| Name of Post | Ministry/Department/Office/ Cadre | Age Limit |
| Assistant Audit Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Not exceeding 30 years. |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Not exceeding 30 years |
The rest of the posts are given below.
| Post: Assistant Audit OfficerDepartment: Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Post: Inspector (Examiner)Department: CBIC |
| Post: Assistant Accounts OfficerDepartment: Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Post: Assistant Enforcement OfficerDepartment: Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: Central Secretariat Service | Post: Sub InspectorDepartment: Central Bureau of Investigation |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: Intelligence Bureau | Post: Inspector PostsDepartment: Department of Post |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: Ministry of Railway | Post: Inspector Department: Central Bureau of Narcotics |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: Ministry of External Affairs | Post: AssistantDepartment: Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: AFHQ | Post: Assistant SuperintendentDepartment: Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations |
| Post: AssistantDepartment: Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Post: Divisional AccountantDepartment: Offices under C&AG |
| Post: AssistantDepartment: Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Post: Sub Inspector Department: National Investigation Agency (NIA) |
| Post: Assistant Section OfficerDepartment: Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Post: Junior Statistical OfficerDepartment: M/o Statistics & Programme Implementation |
| Post: Inspector (Central Excise)Department: CBIC | Post: Statistical Investigator Grade-IIDepartment: Registrar General of India |
| Post: Inspector (Preventive Officer)Department: CBIC | – |
SSC CGL Group-C Posts
| Post: Inspector of Income TaxDepartment: CBDT | Post: Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks Department: Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres |
| Post: AuditorDepartment: Offices under C&AG | Post: Tax AssistantDepartment: CBDT |
| Post: AuditorDepartment: Other Ministry/ Departments | Post: Tax AssistantDepartment: CBIC |
| Post: AuditorDepartment: Offices under CGDA | Post: Sub InspectorDepartment: Central Bureau of Narcotics |
| Post: AccountantDepartment: Offices under CGDA | Post: Upper Divisions ClerkDepartment: Date. Gen Border Road Organisation (MoD)(Post is only for male candidates with higher physical and medical standards given in Annexure-XVI) |
| Post: Accountant/ Junior AccountantDepartment: Other Ministry/ Departments | – |
The candidates should prepare thoroughly for the exam to get the best jobs from the above list.
SSC CGL 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Though there are different criteria for each of the posts filled by the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL), the essential eligibility criteria for this exam are as follows.
SSC CGL 2024 – Educational Qualification
Essential Educational Qualifications for various posts include:
- For Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer- Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University and CA/CS/MBA/Cost & Management Accountant/ Masters in Commerce/ Masters in Business Studies.
- For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)- Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics in Class 12th or in any discipline with Statistics as one of the subjects in graduation.
- For Statistical Investigator Grade-II- Graduation Degree from any recognized University with Economics Statistics or Mathematics as a compulsory or Elective Subject.
- For Research Assistant in National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute with a minimum of one year of research experience in any recognized university or recognized Research Institution.
- For Remaining posts- Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University.
2. Age Limit- 18 to 32 years. Candidates can check the post-wise age limit by checking the table below.
| Post | Department | Age Limit |
| Assistant Audit Officer | Under C&AG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | Under C&AG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railway | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant / Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector, (Central Excise) | CBIC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBIC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector (Examiner) | CBIC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue | Up to 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | 20-30 years |
| Inspector Posts | Department of Post, Ministry of Communication | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant | Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | NIA | Up to 30 years |
| Sub-Inspector/ Junior Intelligence Officer | (MHA) | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation | Up to 32 years |
| Auditor | Offices under C&AG | 18-27 years |
| Auditor | Offices under CGDA | 18-27 years |
| Auditor | Other Ministry/Departments | 18-27 years |
| Accountant | Offices under C&AG | 18-27 years |
| Accountant | Controller General of Accounts | 18-27 years |
| Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Other Ministry/Departments | 18-27 years |
| Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant | Department of Post, Ministry of Communication | 18-27 years |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres | 18-27 years |
| Senior Administrative Assistant | Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence | 18-27 years |
| Tax Assistant | CBDT | 18-27 years |
| Tax Assistant | CBIC | 18-27 years |
| Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance | 18-27 years |
| Upper Division Clerks | Dte.Gen Border Road Organisation (MoD) (Only for male Candidates) | 18-27 years |
3. Nationality- The Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) Eligibility Criteria also include the nationality of the candidates. The details regarding candidates’ citizenship are as follows.
A candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
- (a) A citizen of India.
- (b) A citizen of Nepal.
- (c) A citizen of Bhutan.
- (d) A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Candidates falling under categories (b), (c), and (d) above must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
SSC CGL 2024 Notification
The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 notification in June. The Commission will release the official notification online only. The CGL notification 2024 will notify the official of the number of CGL posts and vacancies, exam dates, age limit, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and the recruitment rules that will prevail till the completion of the recruitment.
SSC CGL 2024 Application Online
The Commission is expected to release the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 with the release of notification. The candidates can see below the important steps to apply for the CGL 2024 exam:
Step 1: Go to the Official Website
To start the application process, visit the Staff Selection Commission’s official website. This is the authorized platform for all SSC-related activities such as the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL)https://ssc.nic.in/.
Step 2: Register as a New User
On the website’s homepage, locate and click on the ‘New User, Register Now’ link. This will take you to the registration page where you can create a new account for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL).
Step 3: Fill out the Registration Form
Candidates must fill out their registration form using details such as name, date of birth, email address, and mobile number in the registration form for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL). Make sure to create a strong password to keep your account secure. After successful registration, you’ll receive a unique registration number for future logins.
Step 4: Log in to Your Account
After registering, use your assigned registration number and the password you set to log in to your account on the Staff Selection Commission website for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL).
Step 5: Fill the Application Form
Once logged in, access the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) application form. Fill in all the required details accurately, including your personal information, educational qualifications, address, and other relevant data. Make sure to double-check for any errors before proceeding.
Step 6: Upload Scanned Documents
Attach the necessary documents as specified in the guidelines.
Step 7: Review the Form
Carefully review the entire application
Step 8: Pay the Application Fee
Once you have verified the accuracy of your application, the next step is to pay the application fee.
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Method |
| General/OBC | Rs. 100 | Online: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking |
| SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | N/A |
The candidates should note that the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 application fee is a non-refundable entity and the Commission will not refund it even when the candidate drops the idea to withdraw their candidature.
SSC CGL 2024 Admit Card
The Staff Selection Commission will release the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 admit card on the regional websites only. The candidates can download the **CGL 2024 admit card** from the regional websites where the opted exam centre will come.
How to Download the SSC CGL 2024 Admit Card?
- Visit the official website of SSC
- Click on the admit card tab
- Click on the relevant SSC regional/sub-regional website link
- Click on the SSC CGL admit card link
- Enter the required credentials on the login page
- Download the SSC CGL admit card and take its printout
The candidates should note that the candidates should carry photo identity proof and one proof of date of birth with the CGL admit card to get admission to the examination centre.
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Frequency Asked Question
Que 1. What is the last date for SSC registration 2024?
Ans 2. Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL): The CGL 2024 notification and application form will be released on June 11, 2024. The last date for the CGL apply online link will be July 10, 2024.
Que 2. Can a 12 pass apply for SSC CGL?
Ans 2. To apply for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL), the candidate must be a Graduate from a recognized University/Institution. Go through the educational qualifications for various CGL posts and note the qualifications required for applying against these posts.
Que 3. Will SSC CGL be conducted in 2024?
Ans 3. The Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024 will be conducted in August-September 2024. The Commission will release the official answer key (tentative) within a week of the exam.
