Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
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SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 and Application Status released by the Staff Selection Commission. Check your exam city, shift timing, and download hall ticket from regional portals.
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SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 Out: Application Status & Hall Ticket Link
The Staff Selection Commission has officially published the Tier 1 Application Status and Admit Card download links starting .
Key Highlights
- Application status and city intimation slips are now active across all regional SSC portals.
- Recruitment covers 17,727 Group B and Group C vacancies in central government ministries.
- Computer-based examination will take place in multiple shifts across designated test centers nationwide.
- Candidates can download their personalized e-Admit Card 4 days prior to their allotted exam date.
- Mandatory verification requires a hard copy printout, two passport photographs, and original photo ID.
Examination Overview
The Combined Graduate Level Examination is the flagship recruitment avenue for premier administrative roles such as Assistant Section Officer, Income Tax Inspector, Central Excise Inspector, Sub-Inspector, and Auditor. Lakhs of registered candidates can now access their specific exam slots.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination (Tier-I) 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 17,727 Posts |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (Objective MCQ) |
| Release Date | |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Region-Wise Download Links Summary
Applicants must check the portal of the regional directorate under which they registered:
| SSC Region | States Covered | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Region (NR) | Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand | Active |
| Central Region (CR) | Uttar Pradesh & Bihar | Active |
| Eastern Region (ER) | West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Sikkim | Active |
| Southern Region (SR) | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu | Active |
| KKR Region | Karnataka & Kerala | Active |
Tier 1 Examination Pattern
Tier 1 consists of 100 objective questions carrying a total of 200 marks:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 Questions (50 Marks).
- General Awareness: 25 Questions (50 Marks).
- Quantitative Aptitude: 25 Questions (50 Marks).
- English Comprehension: 25 Questions (50 Marks).
- Exam duration is 60 minutes (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe).
- Negative marking of 0.50 marks is levied for each incorrect attempt.
Essential Documents for the Examination Centre
Candidates must present the following mandatory documents at the entry gate:
- Clear printout of the official SSC CGL Admit Card on clean paper.
- Two recent passport-sized color photographs matching the uploaded image.
- Original government-issued Photo Identity Proof containing complete Date of Birth.
- Permissible IDs include Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, or PAN Card.
- Electronic gadgets, wristwatches, Bluetooth devices, and bags are strictly forbidden inside.
How to Download SSC CGL Tier 1 Hall Ticket
- Open the official portal at ssc.gov.in.
- Click on the Admit Card navigation tab at the top.
- Select your respective regional SSC website link.
- Locate the notification titled Status / Download Admit Card for Combined Graduate Level Tier 1 Exam 2026.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth in the login screen.
- Verify the displayed details including venue address and reporting shift.
- Save the PDF file and take two clear printouts for examination day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 released?
Ans: The regional application status and hall ticket download links were activated starting 01 October 2026.
Q: How can I check my SSC CGL exam city and date?
Ans: Candidates can log in on their regional SSC portal using their Registration ID and Date of Birth to view exam city.
Q: What credentials are required to download SSC CGL Admit Card?
Ans: You need your Registration Number / Roll Number and Date of Birth / Password to access the hall ticket.
Q: Is it mandatory to carry original photo ID along with the admit card?
Ans: Yes, candidates must present a printed copy of the admit card along with an original government photo ID and two passport photos.
Q: How many vacancies are covered under SSC CGL 2026?
Ans: A total of 17,727 Group B and Group C posts across central ministries and departments are being filled.
How to Download Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Admit Card 2026
- Scroll down to the "Some Useful Important Links" section.
- Click on the link "Download Admit Card".
- A new page will open, enter your Registration ID / Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Click on the "Submit" or "Login" button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen, take a print out or save it as PDF.