The SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) exam is one of the most popular government exams in India. It is held every year to recruit candidates for top posts in various ministries and departments of the central government.
Let’s break down everything you need to know about SSC CGL 2025 in simple words.
SSC CGL 2025 Important Dates (Expected)
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | May 2025 |
| Online Application Start | May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | Aug–Sep 2025 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | Oct–Nov 2025 |
What is SSC CGL?
It’s a national-level exam for jobs like Income Tax Inspector, ASO, Auditor, Junior Statistical Officer, and more.
Eligibility for SSC CGL 2025
1. Education
You must be a graduate in any stream from a recognized university.
2. Age Limit
18 to 32 years (varies by post). Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.
SSC CGL 2025 Exam Pattern
Tier 1: Preliminary Exam
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Duration: 1 hour | Negative Marking: 0.50 per wrong answer
SSC CGL Syllabus (Tier 1)
General Intelligence
- Coding-Decoding
- Puzzles
- Series
- Syllogism
Quantitative Aptitude
- Profit & Loss
- Percentage
- SI & CI
- Trigonometry
General Awareness
- History, Polity, Geography
- Current Affairs
- Science & Technology
English
- Synonyms/Antonyms
- Cloze Test
- Spot the Error
- Reading Comprehension
Preparation Tips
- Start with NCERT & basics
- Solve previous year papers
- Take daily mock tests
- Make short notes for revision
- Use exam apps like SSC Wallah
How to Apply?
- Visit ssc.nic.in
- Register with your basic details
- Fill out the SSC CGL 2025 application form
- Upload photo and signature
- Pay the fee online
- Save the registration number
Career Opportunities
Jobs in CBIC, CBDT, MEA, CAG and more. These are Grade B and C level jobs with good salary, job security, and promotion scope.