The Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) 2026 examination is one of India's most competitive government recruitment exams, conducted annually by SSC to fill vacancies in various central government departments, ministries, and organizations.

SSC CGL 2026 is conducted in two tiers. Tier-I is an objective, computer-based screening test covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension — 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes. Tier-II is the merit-based final exam with sections on Maths, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge.

Candidates who qualify SSC CGL are placed in prestigious roles such as Income Tax Inspector, CBI Sub-Inspector, Auditor, Assistant Section Officer (CSS), and many others. The CPC pay scale ranges from Pay Level 4 (₹25,500) to Pay Level 8 (₹47,600), making it one of the highest-paying SSC exams.

PrepGrind's free SSC CGL study material covers the complete syllabus for Tier-I and Tier-II — including Arithmetic, Algebra, Trigonometry, Verbal Reasoning, English Grammar, Vocabulary, and all General Awareness sections (History, Polity, Geography, Economics, and Science). Each module is designed by subject experts with shortcut tricks, solved PYQs, and practice question banks.

Frequently Asked Questions – SSC CGL 2026

What is the SSC CGL exam?›

SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) is a national-level exam conducted by SSC to recruit Group B and Group C officers in various central government departments. It selects candidates for posts like Income Tax Inspector, Sub-Inspector (CBI), Auditor, and ASO.

What is the SSC CGL 2026 syllabus?›

The SSC CGL syllabus covers Quantitative Aptitude (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry), General Intelligence & Reasoning, English Language (Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension), and General Awareness (History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Science & Technology, Current Affairs).

How many vacancies are expected in SSC CGL 2026?›

SSC CGL typically releases 10,000–20,000+ vacancies each year. The exact vacancy count for 2026 will be officially announced with the notification on ssc.gov.in. Check PrepGrind's current affairs section for real-time updates.

Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?›

Yes. In Tier-I, 0.50 marks are deducted per wrong answer. In Tier-II Paper-I (Maths & Reasoning), 1 mark is deducted per wrong answer. In Tier-II Paper-II (English & GK), 0.25 marks are deducted per wrong answer.

What is a good score in SSC CGL Tier-I?›

A score of 165+ out of 200 in Tier-I is generally considered safe for most categories (UR). For highly competitive posts like AAO or ITO, aim for 170+. Category-wise cut-offs vary year to year.

How to prepare for SSC CGL in 6 months?›

Month 1–2: Complete Arithmetic + Grammar basics. Month 3: Algebra, Trigonometry, and Vocabulary. Month 4: Reasoning + General Awareness (Static GK). Month 5: Full syllabus revision with PYQs. Month 6: Daily full-length mocks + weak-area reinforcement.

Which topics are most important for SSC CGL Tier-I?›

High-weightage topics in Quant: Percentage, Ratio, Time & Work, Geometry, Trigonometry. In Reasoning: Analogies, Series, Classification, Blood Relations. In English: Error Spotting, Cloze Test, Synonyms/Antonyms. In GK: Static GK (History, Polity) and Current Affairs.

Is PrepGrind study material free for SSC CGL?›

Yes! All SSC CGL study modules on PrepGrind — including theory notes, formula sheets, shortcut tricks, and solved PYQs — are completely free to access and read online. You can also register on the PrepGrind app for practice tests and mock exams.

SSC CGL Study Material 2026 for Tier 1 & Tier 2 – Free PYQs & Practice Sets

Exam Structure

Tier-I — Screening

Tier-II — Final

Full Syllabus & Subject Modules

Arithmetic (High Priority)

Percentage

Profit & Loss

Discount & Marked Price

Simple Interest

Compound Interest

Ratio & Proportion

Partnership

Average

Mixture & Alligation

Time & Work

Pipes & Cistern

Work & Wages

Time, Speed & Distance

Train Problems

Boat & Stream

Problems on Ages

Simple & Compound Interest Combined

Successive Percentage Change

Number System

Number System Basics (Divisibility, LCM, HCF)

Fractions & Decimals

Surds & Indices

Simplification (BODMAS)

Approximation & Rounding

Algebra

Basic Algebraic Identities

Linear Equations (1 & 2 variables)

Quadratic Equations

Polynomials & Factorization

Inequalities

Trigonometry

Basic Trigonometric Ratios

Trigonometric Identities

Heights & Distances

Angles of Elevation/Depression

Verbal Reasoning

Analogies

Classification (Odd One Out)

Series Completion (Number, Alphabet, Mixed)

Coding-Decoding

Blood Relations (Family Tree)

Direction Sense Test

Ranking & Ordering

Alphabet Test

Word Formation

Venn Diagrams (Logical)

Syllogism

Statement & Assumptions

Statement & Conclusions

Statement & Arguments

Cause & Effect

Course of Action

Grammar

Parts of Speech (Noun, Pronoun, Verb)

Tenses (Present, Past, Future)

Subject-Verb Agreement

Articles (A, An, The)

Prepositions

Conjunctions

Active & Passive Voice

Direct & Indirect Speech

Degrees of Comparison

Modals (Can, Could, Should, etc.)

Vocabulary

Synonyms

Antonyms

Homonyms & Homophones

One Word Substitution

Idioms & Phrases

Phrasal Verbs

Spellings (Commonly Misspelled Words)

Comprehension & Writing

Reading Comprehension (RC)

Cloze Test