SSC CGL Selection Process Details

SSC CGL Selection Process: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level Exam involves multiple stages, each designed to test various skills and qualifications. The selection process includes written examinations, proficiency/skill tests, and document verification. Detailed information about the selection process is as follows:

1. Mode of Selection:
   • Minimum qualifying marks in Tier-I, Section-I, Section-II & Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I of Tier-II & Paper-II of Tier-II Examination are:
     • UR: 30%
     • OBC/EWS: 25%
     • All other categories: 20%
   • Maximum permissible error rates in Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I of Tier-II (DEST) are:
     • UR: 20%
     • OBC/EWS: 25%
     • All other categories: 30%
2. Examination Process:
   • Based on Tier-I (Computer Based Examination) scores, candidates will be shortlisted by category for the Tier-II Examination. Specific cut-offs will be set for posts such as Junior Statistical Officer and Statistical Investigator Grade-II.
   • All qualified candidates from Tier-I will take all three sections of Paper-I in Tier-II. Those shortlisted for Junior Statistical Officer/Statistical Investigator Grade-II will also appear in Paper-II.
   • In Tier-II’s Paper-I, qualifying all sections is mandatory.
3. Shortlisting and Qualification:
   • Candidates will be shortlisted based on aggregate performance in Section-I and Section-II of Paper-I of Tier-II for evaluation of Section-III. Candidates not qualifying Section-I + Section-II will not be evaluated for Section-III or considered for further selection.
   • Section-III of Paper-I in Tier-II (Computer Knowledge Test and DEST) is qualifying in nature, with separate higher cut-offs for posts requiring computer proficiency or DEST.
4. Preference and Final Selection:
   • Candidates must submit post preferences via the Online Option Form on the SSC website before the final result. Preferences are final and irreversible.
   • Candidates who fail to submit post preferences within the stipulated time will not be considered for any posts in the final result.
   • Posts with mandatory physical and medical standards (detailed in Annexure-XVI) will have these requirements assessed after final selection. Failure to meet these standards will disqualify the candidate from all posts.
5. Merit Lists:
   • The merit list will be based on overall performance in Tier-II Examination.
   • For Junior Statistical Officer and Statistical Investigator Grade-II, merit lists consider Section-I & Section-II of Paper-I and Paper-II, subject to qualifying Section-III.
   • For posts with DEST, merit lists consider Section-I & Section-II of Paper-I, subject to qualifying both modules of Section-III.
   • Final selection will be based on Tier-II Examination performance and post preferences. Candidates will be allocated their highest available preference based on merit and will not be considered for other options.
6. Reserved Categories:
   • SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ESM, and PwBD candidates selected on their own merit without relaxed standards will be adjusted against unreserved vacancies.
   • Candidates qualifying with relaxed standards will be counted against reserved vacancies.
7. Other Important Information:
   • Physical standards for various posts, including physical tests and measurements, will be conducted by the relevant departments. Detailed standards are provided for posts such as Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer), Sub-Inspector (CBI, NIA), and others.
   • Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and physical standards for their preferred posts. Non-compliance will lead to disqualification.

Candidates are advised to carefully read and understand all eligibility criteria, examination details, and physical standards before applying. For more information, click on the following links:

• Eligibility Details
• Exam Pattern
• Syllabus