SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Educational Qualification & Relaxations

SSC CGL

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Overview Syllabus Eligibility Exam Pattern Cut-off

1. Educational Qualifications (Post-Wise)

For General Posts (ASO, Income Tax Inspector, Central Excise, Tax Assistant, Auditor):

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institute. Candidates appearing in their final year can also apply provisionally.

Junior Statistical Officer (JSO):

Bachelor's Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 10+2 standard, OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.

2. Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation

Category	Permissible Age Relaxation
OBC (Other Backward Classes)	3 Years
SC / ST (Scheduled Castes / Tribes)	5 Years
PwBD (Unreserved)	10 Years
PwBD (OBC)	13 Years
PwBD (SC / ST)	15 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 Years after deduction of military service

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Can final year graduate students apply for SSC CGL?

Yes, final year students are eligible provided they acquire their graduation degree/provisional certificate before the cut-off date specified in the official notification.

Q.What is the age limit for SSC CGL?

The age limit varies by post: 18 to 27 years for Auditor and Tax Assistant; 18 to 30 years for Inspector (Central Excise, Income Tax) and ASO; and up to 32 years for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO).

Q.Is there any minimum percentage required in Graduation for SSC CGL?

No. A simple passing Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University is sufficient for most posts.

Q.What are the physical standards for Central Excise Inspector?

Male candidates must have a minimum height of 157.5 cm with 81 cm chest (+5 cm expansion), and pass a walking test of 1600m in 15 mins. Female candidates require 152 cm height and 48 kg weight.