Recent Developments
On March 6, 2026, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) published a notice regarding the SSC CGL Final Vacancies for 2025, announcing a total of approximately 15,130 posts. This announcement is crucial for candidates who participated in the examination process, as it outlines the available positions across various categories.
Candidates can find the post-wise and department-wise vacancy distribution on the official SSC website. The selection process for SSC CGL consists of two rounds of online examinations: Tier-I and Tier-II.
Key Dates
The examination dates for Tier-I are scheduled from September 12 to September 26, 2025, while Tier-II will take place on January 18 and 19, 2026. Following these exams, candidates will have a limited window to submit their preferences.
The Option-cum-Post Preference window for SSC CGL 2025 will open on March 9, 2026, and close on March 12, 2026. It is imperative for candidates to submit their preferences during this period, as those who do not will not be considered for the final merit list or selection.
Important Considerations
Candidates must ensure that they fulfill the requisite Physical and Medical standards for the post before submitting the preference form. Additionally, it is important for PwBD candidates to select preferences only for posts suitable for their disabilities, as failure to do so will result in the cancellation of their candidature.
The total number of vacancies is distributed across various categories, including UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS. Candidates can download the SSC CGL Final Vacancy 2025 PDF from the official website to review the details.
As the submission period approaches, candidates are reminded that the last submitted preferences will be considered final. “Candidates who do not submit their Option-cum-Preference during the period will not be granted any further opportunities for submission,” a statement from the SSC emphasized.
With the examination dates and preference submission window now clearly outlined, candidates are urged to act swiftly to secure their positions in the upcoming selection process. This sequence of events is significant as it directly impacts the career opportunities for thousands of aspirants looking to join various government departments.
