SSC CGL Exam Date 2025 Postponed to September by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Earlier set to be conducted between August 13 and August 30, 2025, the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam will now be conducted in the first week of September 2025. These changes are made for administrative reasons, including the implementation of a new exam model and enhanced Aadhaar-based authentication for students. With 14,582 vacancies to be filled under Group B and Group C categories, this postponement provides aspirants extra time to strengthen their preparation.
SSC CGL Exam Date 2025 Overview
The updated SSC CGL 2025 schedule is provided in the table below. While the Tier 1 exam has been postponed, the Tier 2 exam remains scheduled for December 2025 as planned.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2025
The Tier 1 exam is a computer-based test that serves as a qualifying stage. It consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into four sections. Each section consists of 25 questions, and the total exam is worth 200 marks. A negative marking of 0.50 is applicable for every incorrect answer.
Why was the SSC CGL Exam 2025 Postponed?
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has postponed the CGL 2025 examination due to administrative reasons. The updated dates will be released soon on the official website, ssc.gov.in. Students are advised to see the notifications to stay updated on the revised schedule.
- Implementation of a new exam model for better transparency.
- Integration of Aadhaar authentication for candidate verification.
- Synchronisation with SSC Phase 13 exams for consistency.
- To ensure enhanced security measures across exam centres.
