SSC CGL: Official Notification, Syllabus, and Preparation Checklist

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination annually to recruit Group B and Group C posts in central government ministries. Over 20 lakh candidates apply for approximately 7,000-10,000 vacancies. This guide covers the official notification process, application workflow, complete syllabus, and preparation checklist.

Official Portal and Notification

SSC notifications are published on ssc.gov.in. The notification contains:

• Total vacancies and post-wise details
• Eligibility criteria (age, education, category-wise relaxation)
• Application dates and fee structure
• Exam pattern and syllabus
• Important instructions for candidates

Notification Timeline (Typical)

Application Process

Step 1: SSC Registration

• Visit ssc.gov.cn → "New Registration"
• Enter name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth, gender, category, email, mobile number
• Create a registration number and password

Step 2: Apply for CGL

• Login → "Latest Notifications" → "Combined Graduate Level Examination"
• Fill personal, educational, and preference details
• Upload photograph (20 KB-50 KB) and signature (10 KB-20 KB)
• Pay fee online

Step 3: Fee Structure

Eligibility

Age Relaxation

Complete Exam Structure

Tier 1 (Objective — Qualifying)

Duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: 0.50 per wrong answer.

Tier 2 (Objective — Merit)

Tier 3 (Descriptive)

Essay / Letter / Application — 100 marks, 60 minutes.

Tier 4 (Skill Test)

DEST or CPT depending on post allocation.

Preparation Checklist

1. Register on ssc.gov.in and complete profile
2. Download the official notification and read it thoroughly
3. Identify which posts you are eligible for based on age and education
4. Collect required documents: photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable)
5. Submit application before deadline — do not wait for the last day
6. Download and verify your application confirmation
7. Start preparation: Quantitative Aptitude → Reasoning → English → General Awareness
8. Solve at least 10 previous year Tier 1 papers
9. Practice mock tests weekly from Month 3 onward
10. For Tier 2: start preparation alongside Tier 1 (gap is only 2-3 months)

Official Source

Use the official source for notifications, dates, vacancies, and application status: SSC Official Website. Blog-Ghar does not guarantee a deadline or vacancy; verify the page before taking action.