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The Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), serves as a premier gateway for graduates seeking positions within India's central government. This examination offers access to a diverse spectrum of roles across ministries and public sector organisations, including the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Income Tax Department, and Narcotics Control Bureau. Positions range from clerical to officer-level appointments, each providing opportunities for meaningful contributions to national administration. Successful candidates benefit from job security, competitive salaries, and comprehensive perks such as medical facilities, pension schemes, and leave entitlements. The upcoming exam window, scheduled for June–July 2025, has prompted extensive preparation among aspirants nationwide. Achieving success in the SSC CGL demands not only academic proficiency but also strategic planning, consistent effort, and disciplined study habits.

Important Dates

The Tier-I Examination is tentatively scheduled to take place between June and July 2025, with admit cards expected to be released approximately 7 to 10 days prior to the examination date. The schedule for the Tier-II Examination will be announced at a later stage. The final results are anticipated to be declared in late 2025 or early 2026.These dates serve as critical milestones for candidates preparing for the SSC CGL 2025 examination. While the Tier-I exam is expected to be held between June and July 2025, you should be aware that certain dates — particularly for Tier-II and result announcements — are yet to be finalized.

Age Criteria

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) stipulates specific age criteria for candidates applying for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025. These criteria vary depending on the nature of the posts and are determined based on your date of birth. The general age limits for aspirants are as follows:

• 18 to 27 years’ between January 2, 1998, and January 1, 2007.
• 20 to 30 years: between January 2, 1995, and January 1, 2007, are eligible.
• 18 to 30 years: between January 2, 1995, and January 1, 2007.
• 18 to 32 years: between January 2, 1993, and January 1, 2007.

These age limits apply to various posts under the SSC CGL 2025 examination. It is important for students to verify the specific age criteria for the post you intend to apply for, as some positions may have distinct age requirements.

Educational Qualifications

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) mandates specific educational qualifications for candidates applying for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) . The general eligibility criteria are as follows:

For most posts, a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or Institution is the essential qualification. However, certain positions have additional requirements: the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) role necessitates a Bachelor's Degree with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at the 12th standard level or a Bachelor's Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects during graduation. The Statistical Investigator Grade-II position requires a Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects throughout all three years or six semesters of the graduation course. For the Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer roles, a Bachelor's Degree is essential, with desirable qualifications including Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost and Management Accountant (CMA), Company Secretary (CS), Master’s in Commerce (MCom), Master’s in Business Studies (MBS), Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) – Finance, or Master’s in Business Economics (MBE). Lastly, the Research Assistant position in the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) position requires a Bachelor's Degree, with desirable qualifications comprising a minimum of one year of research experience in a recognized University or Research Institution and a degree in Law or Human Rights.

Exam  Pattern

The SSC CGL 2025 examination comprises two primary tiers: Tier 1 and Tier 2, each designed to assess your proficiency in various domains.

Tier 1 examination is an online Computer-Based Test (CBT) comprising four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section contains 25 multiple-choice questions, totaling 100 questions for the exam. The maximum marks are 200, with each question carrying 2 marks. Candidates have 60 minutes to complete the test, with an additional 20 minutes (totaling 80 minutes) allotted for those eligible for a scribe. The exam features negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer. It  is conducted in both English and Hindi, except for the English Comprehension section. It's important to note that the Tier 1 exam is qualifying in nature; the marks obtained do not contribute to the final selection but are essential for advancing to Tier 2.

 Tier 2 Paper 1 is a pivotal examination comprising multiple sections designed to assess a candidate's proficiency across various subjects. The exam is conducted in two sessions on the same day, with a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Session I spans 2 hours and 15 minutes and is divided into two sections.

Section I includes Module I: Mathematical Abilities – 30 questions, 90 marks and Module II: Reasoning and General Intelligence – 30 questions, 90 marks

Section II would test English Language and Comprehension ( 45 questions, 135 marks)

And General Awareness – 25 questions, 75 marks

Section III would test Computer Knowledge Test – 20 questions, 60 marks (Qualifying) and Data Entry Speed Test – One task (Qualifying)

Each correct answer would be awarded 3 marks, with a penalty of 1 mark for each incorrect answer in Section I, Section II, and Module I of Section III. Module II of Section III does not have negative marking. The Computer Knowledge Test and Data Entry Speed Test are qualifying in nature; candidates must meet the minimum required standards to proceed to the next stage.

This structured approach ensures a thorough evaluation of candidates' skills and knowledge, aligning with the rigorous standards set by the Staff Selection Commission.

Paper 2: For candidates applying for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Gr. II posts, the exam would test Statistics and the  duration of the exam is 2 hours with negative marking of .50 marks for each correct answer.