SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age, Qualification, and Nationality

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Overview

The SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026 outlines the required nationality, educational qualification, and age limits for the Combined Graduate Level examination, including post-specific relaxations and physical standards for certain posts.

Total Vacancies

TBA

Age Limit

18y - 32y

Age Details

Age Details (Summary)

  • General range: 18-32 years (post-wise variations exist).
  • Common post examples: 18-27, 18-30, 20-30, 18-32.
  • Age as on the notification date is used for eligibility. Relaxations apply as per category norms.

Eligibility

Nationality

Candidates must satisfy nationality conditions to be eligible for SSC CGL 2026. Eligible categories include:

  • Indian citizens, or
  • Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or
  • Tibetan refugees who settled in India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
  • Person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India. Note: Categories 2-5 require a Government of India eligibility certificate.

Age Limit

Age limits vary by post and typically range from 18 to 32 years, with relaxations for reserved categories. The exact post-wise age limits are provided in the official notification.

Educational Qualification

The basic educational qualification for SSC CGL 2026 is a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year students may apply provisionally but must provide proof of passing by the specified date. Specific posts have additional requirements (e.g., JSO, Statistical Investigator Grade-II, Research Assistant).

Physical Standards

Physical standards are applicable only to certain posts (e.g., Inspector/Central Excise, Inspector/CBN, Sub-Inspector in NIA, etc.) and include height, chest, and medical fitness criteria. Detailed norms are post-specific.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Updated on: 17-04-2026 (the post references an update date but does not provide a final notification date).
  • The official SSC CGL 2026 notification was anticipated in April 2026, but an exact date is not specified in the provided content.
  • Some related job postings within the same site show dates like 04-05-2026 for other recruitments, but these are not part of SSC CGL eligibility information.

Application Fees

Application Fees

The post does not specify application fees in the provided content. Refer to the official notification for exact fee details and exemptions, if any.

How to Apply

Notes

  • This summary extracts eligibility criteria and post-focused details from the content provided. For complete and authoritative information, consult the official SSC CGL notification on ssc.gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age, Qualification, and Nationality"?

The "SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age, Qualification, and Nationality" is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

What is the age limit for "SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age, Qualification, and Nationality"?

The age limit for "SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age, Qualification, and Nationality" is between 18 and 32 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

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