2025 SSC CGL Announcement: Examine Eligibility, Positions, Dates, Application Procedures, and Further Details
Get Set for the SSC CGL 2025 Exam!
In 2025, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is crankin' up the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination once more! This f***in' sweet government job exam is a dream come true for countless Indians, attracting tons of applicants each year. Why? Because this bad boy provides opportunities for recruitment to all sorts of badass roles in central government departments and ministries.
Here's a lowdown on the exam, including important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, and more!
Essential Dates for SSC CGL 2025
- Notification Drop: June 9, 2025 / Online Application Kickoff: Same day
- Run Don't Walk Deadline: July 4, 2025 / Fee The Beast Date: To be announced later
- Tier-I Time: August 13 to August 30, 2025 / Tier-II Goin' Down: Sometime later
Get your application in early to avoid any last-minute technical drama.
Number of Spots
The definitive number of positions for SSC CGL 2025 ain't set in stone yet, but it's estimated that over 10,000 jobs will be up for grabs! The official website will have the deets when they're ready.
Positions Open
The SSC CGL exam covers several cool positions, like:
- Assistant Audit Officer
- Assistant Section Officer
- Inspector of Income Tax
- Inspector (Central Excise)
- Sub Inspector (CBI)
- Junior Statistical Officer
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Tax Assistant
- Upper Division Clerk
Each post comes with its own grade pay, roles, and posting location.
Qualification Essentials
To be in the SSC CGL 2025 race, you gotta meet the following requirements:
Educational Shenanigans
Obtain a bachelor's degree from any university or college that's recognized.
JSO Requirements: Bachelor's degree with a minimum 60% Marks in Mathematicics at 12th or Bachelor's degree in Statistics.
Statistical Investigator Grade II: Bachelor's degree with Statistics as one of the subjects.
Age Requirements
Minimum age is 18, but maximum ages vary post to post, ranging from 27 to 32. Age relaxation is available for specified groups according to government rules.
Cashin' Out
Application fee:
- Generals and OBC blokes pay Rs. 100.
- Gals, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-military cats get it free.
- Pay through BHIM UPI, net banking, or any decent credit or debit card.
Steps to Apply for SSC CGL 2025
- Navigate to ssc.gov.in.
- Get registered if you're new.
- Login with your reg'd ID and password.
- Click on the "Apply" link for SSC CGL 2025.
- Enter yer personal, educational, and contact details.
- Attach your mugshot and signature scans.
- Pay the application fee, if needed.
- Give the form a once-over before submitting it.
- Print the submitted form for future reference.
Pay Attention
- RULET 2025 Answer Key Released
The Selection Roundup
The SSC CGL 2025 selection process includes four stages:
- Tier-I (Computer Based Test)
- Tier-II (Computer Based Test)
- Tier-III (Descriptive Paper in English/Hindi - may be discontinued)
- Tier-IV (Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test/Data Entry Speed Test - as applicable for specific posts)
Only those who ace Tier-I will proceed to Tier-II and so on.
The Exam Design
- Tier-I (100 Marks, 60 Mins)
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 25 Questions
- General Awareness: 25 Questions
- Quantitative Aptitude: 25 Questions
- English Comprehension: 25 Questions
- Tier-II (Divided into various papers depending on post)
- Paper I: Quantitative Abilities
- Paper II: English Language and Comprehension
- Paper III: Statistics (for JSO)
- Paper IV: General Studies - Finance and Economics (for AAO)
What You Need to Bring
Before appyin', gather the following docs:
- Mugshot and signature scans
- Your educational certificates
- Identity proof, such as Aadhar card, PAN card, etc.
- Caste or category certificates (if applicable)
Study Tips
- Get started early to cover the syllabus from beginning to end.
- Ref, the SSC's syllabus and old question papers.
- Practice mock tests to boost speed and accuracy.
- Brush up on current affairs and general knowledge for the General Awareness section.
The SSC CGL 2025 is a golden opportunity for grads to snag a stable, prestigious government gig. Get rollin' now and don't miss yer chance! Keep an eye on the SSC site for any updates, changes, or admission card releases.
First published on: June 9, 2025, 12:04 IST
Additional Info:- Educational Qualifications: - General Eligibility: Bachelor's degree from any recognized university for most posts. - Specialized Posts: - Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor's degree with a minimum 60% in Mathematics in Class 12th or a Bachelor's degree in Statistics. - Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor's degree with Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics as a compulsory or elective subject. - 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 Institute.
- Citizenship:
- Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of living there permanently. Indian citizens, including persons of Indian origin, who migrated from certain countries with the intention of settling in India are also eligible.
- Age Limit:
- Age limit ranges from 18 to 32 years as of August 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for specific categories.
- Exam Pattern:
- The SSC CGL exam consists of four tiers: Tier-I (CBT), Tier-II (CBT), Tier-III (Pen and Paper), and Tier-IV (Skill Test).
- Selection Process:
- Candidates are selected based on their performance in Tier-I, Tier-II, and Tier-III exams.
- Preparation Tips:
- Start studying early, review SSC's official syllabus, practice previous year question papers, and practice mock tests regularly to boost speed and accuracy. Focus on current affairs and general knowledge for the General Awareness section.
[1] https://www.ssc.gov.in/[2] https://ssc.nic.in/SSCCGL/notice/Advt_Englt.pdf[3] https://www.ssc.gov.in/ and official notification for SSC CGL 2025[5]
In 2025, those aiming for the SSC CGL examination should consider education-and-self-development opportunities to excel in performance. Skills-training for quantitative aptitude, general intelligence, and English comprehension will be crucial. Career-development opportunities include a variety of roles such as Assistant Audit Officer, Junior Statistical Officer, and Inspector of Income Tax, for which specialized knowledge in mathematics or statistics might be necessary. Start preparing early, focusing on the SSC's provided syllabus, previous year question papers, and mock tests to boost speed and accuracy, while keeping up with current affairs for the General Awareness section.
