SSC CGL 2025 Exam: Mismanagement Reported, First Shift Cancelled

The SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 exam began today, but several students reported mismanagement at exam centres. According to videos circulating on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the first shift of SSC CGL Tier 1 exam was cancelled at M M Public School, Sector 4, Gurugram. Some students from Noida also raised concerns over irregularities and delays at their centres.

SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Details

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is conducting the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 exam from September 12 to 26, 2025. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is being held in multiple shifts across 260 centres in 129 cities.

• Total registered candidates: 28.14 lakh
• City preference: About 93% allotted one of their first three preferred cities
• Vacancies: 14,582 posts (Group B & C)

Student Reactions on Social Media

Many candidates expressed frustration over the alleged mismanagement:

• One user wrote: “Still no notice or confirmation on the cancellation of SSC CGL Tier 1 shift 1. Reporting time was 7:30 am to 8:30 am, and exam time was from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. It’s already 10:00 but no update.”
• Another user posted: “In the very first shift of SSC CGL exam, so many issues have surfaced. Transparency and fair examination feel like a joke. Despite repeated issues, there is zero accountability.”

SSC’s Response and Measures

SSC has faced controversies in recent months, with protests held in Delhi during July and August over exam-related concerns. After those events, SSC Chairman assured transparency and fair conduct of the CGL exam. This year, for the first time, the exam is being conducted on laptops at select centres such as Kolkata. The commission believes this model could allow future exams to be conducted in a single shift, saving time and streamlining processes. SSC Chairman S. Gopalakrishnan has appealed to students not to panic in case of technical issues. He assured that:

• Systems will be replaced immediately if technical problems occur.
• SSC representatives will be present at all centres to resolve issues on the spot.
• A special feedback portal has been launched where students can report concerns directly.