EXAM DATES · SSC CGL
SSC CGL exam date 2026: notice and schedule
SSC’s 12 September 2026 schedule sets Tier-I for 30 September–30 October 2026, replacing the earlier tentative window. Your admission certificate gives your individual date and shift. Tier-II still requires a separate schedule check.
Scan with your phone to install| EVENT | DATE | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| CGL 2026 notice published | 21 May 2026 | past |
| Tier-I examination window | 30 September – 30 October 2026 | upcoming |
| Tier-II window in the examination notice | December 2026 (tentative) | tentative |
| Individual exam date and shift | Check official notice and admission certificate | tentative |
Source: SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I schedule (PDF, 12 September 2026). Reviewed .
Check later notices on ssc.gov.in before acting — schedules can change.
What to know about this cycle
- ✓The 12 September notice supersedes the earlier Tier-I window. It does not set a new Tier-II date.
- ✓Check the latest CGL 2026 notice and admission certificate before making travel plans. Application amendments and examination schedules are separate notices.
- ✓Use the syllabus for your required Tier-II papers to plan revision, timed practice and review of mistakes.
SSC CGL dates — FAQ
The 21 May 2026 examination notice gives December 2026 as a tentative window. Confirm the exact dates in later SSC notices.
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