SSC CGL 2025 Post Preference Window Opens
The SSC CGL 2025 post preference window officially opened on March 9, 2026. This crucial step allows candidates who participated in the examination to submit their preferred posts for consideration in the final merit list.
The window for submitting post preferences will remain active until March 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Candidates are encouraged to log in to the official website, www.ssc.gov.in, to submit their choices. It is important to note that candidates who do not submit their post preferences will not be considered for final selection.
A total of 15,130 vacancies have been announced for SSC CGL 2025, with various categories of vacancies available. Specifically, there are 6,464 vacancies for the Unreserved Category, 3,834 for the OBC Category, 2,223 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 1,134 for Scheduled Tribes, and 1,475 for the Minority Category.
Candidates are allowed to change their preferences multiple times before the deadline, providing them with flexibility in their choices. However, it is essential for candidates belonging to the PwBD category to select posts that are suitable for their disabilities.
To be eligible for the posts they select, candidates must also meet the physical and medical standards required for those positions. This requirement underscores the importance of careful consideration when making post preferences.
The SSC CGL 2025 examination process has been conducted in multiple stages. The Tier-I examination result was declared on December 18, 2025, followed by the Tier-II examination, which took place from January 18 to January 20, 2026.
As the post preference window is now open, candidates are urged to act promptly to ensure their preferences are submitted before the deadline. This sequence of events is critical for candidates as it directly impacts their chances of securing a position in the final merit list.
Overall, the opening of the post preference window marks a significant development in the SSC CGL 2025 recruitment process, shaping the future of many candidates seeking government employment.