SSC CGL Exam Date 2026 Out: Tier 1 Schedule, Pattern and Details
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• Updated on 14 Sep, 2026, 10:28 AM, • 2 hours ago by Nishad Anjum
SSC has announced the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Date 2026. The examination will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026, for the recruitment of candidates against 12,256 tentative vacancies. The Tier 1 paper will have 100 questions for 200 marks with a duration of one hour.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the SSC CGL Exam Date 2026 for Tier 1. According to the latest notice, the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026 in Computer-Based Examination (CBE) mode. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications can check further updates on the official SSC website.
The SSC CGL 2026 recruitment drive is being conducted for 12,256 tentative vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts. The application process was completed earlier, with registration closing on June 22, 2026.
SSC CGL Exam Date 2026
The Commission has announced the Tier 1 examination window through its latest official notice. The exam will be conducted over multiple dates between September and October.
The key details are given below for candidates preparing for the SSC CGL 2026 examination.
Candidates should note that the announced dates represent the examination window. Their individual exam date, shift, and centre details will be communicated through the SSC's candidate-specific updates.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026
The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2026 will consist of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 200 marks. The paper will be divided into four sections.
Each section will carry 25 questions and 50 marks. The examination duration will be one hour. There will also be a negative marking of 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer.
Questions will generally be available in both English and Hindi, except for the English Comprehension section.
SSC CGL 2026 Important Dates
The notification and application process for SSC CGL 2026 were completed before the Tier 1 exam schedule was announced. Candidates can check the important dates below.
The registration process has already ended. Therefore, candidates who applied successfully should now focus on Tier 1 preparation and keep checking SSC updates for their examination-related information.
SSC CGL 2026 Vacancies
The SSC CGL recruitment 2026 is being conducted for 12,256 tentative vacancies. The recruitment covers several Group B and Group C posts in central government departments and organisations.
The final number of vacancies may be updated by the Commission during the recruitment process. Candidates should refer to SSC notifications for post-wise and category-wise vacancy details.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026
The SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 has not been released with the latest exam date announcement. Candidates should regularly check the SSC website and their respective regional SSC websites for admit card updates.
The admit card is expected to contain important information such as:
- Candidate's name and roll number
- SSC CGL exam date
- Examination centre
- Reporting time
- Shift details
- Exam-day instructions
Candidates should download the admit card once it is released and carefully verify all details before appearing for the examination.
How to Check SSC CGL Exam Date 2026
Candidates can check the latest SSC CGL Tier 1 exam date by following these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Open the latest notifications section.
- Find the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 examination notice.
- Open the notification PDF.
- Check the examination dates and instructions.
- Download the notice for future reference.
Candidates should rely on the official SSC website for any changes in the examination schedule rather than unofficial social media updates.
SSC CGL Exam Date 2026 FAQs
When will the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2026 be conducted?
The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026, in Computer-Based Examination mode.
How many vacancies are available through SSC CGL 2026?
SSC CGL 2026 recruitment is being conducted for 12,256 tentative vacancies across various Group B and Group C posts.
How many questions are asked in SSC CGL Tier 1?
The Tier 1 paper contains 100 objective-type questions carrying 200 marks. The examination duration is one hour.
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 1?
Yes. Candidates will lose 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer in the SSC CGL Tier 1 examination.
Where can candidates check the SSC CGL 2026 exam notice?
Candidates can check the latest SSC CGL examination notice on the official Staff Selection Commission website at ssc.gov.in.
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