The SSC CGL 2026 is a national level Government exam which is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for the recruitment to various posts in the Central Government. Every year lakhs of candidates appear for a limited number of vacancies.
SSC CGL Exam Dates & Important Schedule 2026
It is important to keep track of all important dates related to registration, application correction, and examination schedules to avoid missing any stage of the recruitment process.
| Event | Date / Period |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 21 May 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 22 June 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 June 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Application Correction Window | 29 June – 01 July 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Tier-I (Computer Based Examination) | August – September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II (Computer Based Examination) | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification / Medical | After Final Result (by User Departments) |
Pro Tip:
Do not wait until the last day because SSC servers experience extreme load near deadlines. Apply well in advance to avoid technical failures.
Correction Window allows changes up to twice (Charges: ₹200 for the 1st correction, ₹500 for the 2nd correction — applicable to all categories).
Application Fee: ₹100/- payable via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa / Mastercard / Maestro / RuPay Debit Cards. Exempted Categories: Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates eligible for reservation.
Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (for any difficulty in filling the application form).
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