SSC CGL Exam 2025
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the timeline for one of the most sought-after government exams — SSC CGL 2025. As per the SSC Calendar, the SSC CGL 2025 Notification will be released on 9th June 2025 on the new official website ssc.gov.in. This exam is a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring for Group “B” and Group “C” posts in various ministries and government departments.
Let’s explore all the key details about the SSC CGL 2025 Exam, including application dates, eligibility, selection process, and syllabus.
📅 Important Dates for SSC CGL 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 9th June 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 9th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4th July 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Dates | 13th August – 30th August 2025 |
📌 What is SSC CGL?
The Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam conducted by SSC is an annual recruitment process to fill Group B and Group C posts in various central government departments such as the Income Tax Department, CBI, External Affairs, Ministry of Defence, etc.
It is considered one of the most prestigious exams among graduates preparing for government jobs.
📊 Vacancies
The exact number of vacancies for SSC CGL 2025 will be announced in the official notification. However, based on previous trends, the number of vacancies is expected to be more than 10,000 this year.
✅ SSC CGL 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Not everyone is eligible for the SSC CGL Exam. The SSC sets clear guidelines for education qualification, age, and nationality:
🎓 Educational Qualification (Post-wise):
- Junior Statistical Officer (JSO):
- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% marks in Mathematics in Class 12th OR
- Graduation in any discipline with Statistics as one of the subjects.
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II:
- Graduation in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics as a compulsory or elective subject.
- Research Assistant in NHRC:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with one year of research experience in a recognized institution.
- All Other Posts:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
🌍 Nationality:
Candidates must be either:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962.
🔍 Selection Process for SSC CGL 2025
SSC follows a two-tier selection process:
Tier 1: Preliminary (Qualifying in Nature)
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Subjects: General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language
Tier 2: Mains (Merit-Deciding)
- Paper-I: Compulsory for all posts
- Paper-II: Only for those applying for JSO posts
The final selection will be based solely on the marks scored in Tier 2, while Tier 1 is qualifying in nature.
📝 Exam Pattern (Tier 1)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
🏆 Why Choose SSC CGL?
- High-paying government jobs
- Job security
- Attractive perks & benefits
- Work-life balance
- National-level recognition
For lakhs of candidates, SSC CGL is not just an exam but a dream job opportunity.
📢 SSC CGL Result 2025
- Tier 1 Result will be released after the exam, listing candidates eligible for Tier 2.
- Final Result will be based on Tier 2 performance and will be published on ssc.gov.in.
📝 Final Thoughts
If you’re preparing for government jobs, SSC CGL 2025 is an opportunity you cannot afford to miss. With the notification just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start your preparation. Keep an eye on the official SSC website and begin your strategy for Tier 1 and Tier 2.
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