SSC CGL Exam is a wonderful opportunity for you to turn your dreams into reality! Get all information about online SSC CGL syllabus, preparation guide, last date to apply, exam dates, admit card, latest exam pattern and results here. Kick start your preparation now!
The SSC CGL 2021-22 notification has been released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on 23rd December 2021 on the official website of SSC. So, in this blog, we will get to know the details of the SSC exam. So, first, go through the SSC CGL exam eligibility criteria to apply for the SSC CGL exam. Therefore, look into the latest exam pattern, cut off, latest syllabus and many more. Every year lakhs of aspirants apply for this prestigious exam. So, due to the high competition level, the candidate must have the right preparation strategy and plan to crack this exam.
The SSC has announced that they are going to organise the SSC CGL 2022 exam in April 2022. But the number of vacancies has yet not been released by the SSC. However, it is a great opportunity for the candidates to get a job in a reputed sector. So, we have provided you with the link to the SSC Exam CGL 2022 exam. Therefore, you can apply for the exam through the link https://bit.ly/3KwS9W4.
Finally, the SSC CGL Notification 2022 is out. So, go through the SSC calendar on the official website of SSC for more information. The vacancy released by SSC in SSC CGL 2019 was 8582. So, stay tuned for the latest update regarding the SSC CGL Exam on our website for this year.
SSC CGL is also known as the “Combined Graduate Level” Exam conducted by Staff Selection Commission every year. So, every year lakhs of aspirants apply for the CGL exam. And almost 15-20 lakhs candidates appear for the exam. Finally, the selected candidates get the opportunity to work in the ministry and other departments of the government of India. In other words, shortlisted candidates get a chance to work in the organisation of the government of India. But, this year SSC has decided to shortlist the candidates category-wise based on marks obtained by them in the Tier-1 Exam. Consequently, candidates have to clear the Tier-1 Exam to appear in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Exams.
Staff Selection Commission has announced the SSC CGL Exam Date for the Tier 2 and Tier 3 Exam, 2020. Accordingly, SSC CGL Tier-2 2020-21 Exam will take place on 28 Jan 2022, and 29 Jan 2022. Meanwhile, SSC CGL Tier-3 Exam will be held on 6th Feb 2022. So, the admit card of the SSC CGL Exam is now available on the SSC website. You can download it from the link: https://bit.ly/3GPDt2c.
Events |
Important Dates |
SSC CGL Notification 2021 Date |
23.12.2021 |
SSC CGL Apply Online 2021 |
23.12.2021 |
Last date to Apply for SSC CGL 2021 |
23.01.2022 |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2021 |
10-15 Days before the exam date |
SSC CGL Exam Date 2021-22 |
April 2022 |
Events |
Important Dates |
SSC CGL Notification 2020 Date |
29.12.2020 |
SSC CGL Apply Online 2020 |
29.12.2020 |
Last date to Apply for SSC CGL 2020 |
31.01.2021 |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2020 |
August 2021 |
SSC CGL Exam Date 2020 |
13 to 24 August 2021 (New Date) |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Marks 2021 |
03 December 2021 |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Final Answer Key |
03 December 2021 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date |
28.01.2022 and 29.01.2022 |
SSC CGL Tier 3 Exam Date |
06.02.2022 |
The SSC CGL notification was released and you can apply online for the CGL Exam from 23rd December 2021.
● In order to SSC CGL Apply Online 2022 register on the official website of SSC. i.e. https://ssc.nic.in/
● Then fill up the required things and make the online payment for the registration through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.
● You must need to fulfil all the required criteria for the application.
● Remember to download a soft copy of your photograph and signature for future uses
● Finally, review the application status and then submit it.
● Keep a copy of the application form.
Know the details for the fees of SSC Exam CGL 2022 below
Category |
Fees |
Male (General/OBC) |
Rs. 100/- |
Female (All Categories) |
No Fee |
ST/SC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen |
The number vacancy of SSC CGL 2022 is yet not released by the Staff Selection Commission. However, the previous year vacancy in SSC CGL 2019 was 8582. So, in this article, we will post the number of vacancies as soon as it releases. Hence, visit our website https://avision.co.in/ for the latest updates for the SSC CGL Vacancy 2022.
In order to be eligible for the SSC CGL Exam 2022 (Tier 1, 2, 3), the candidate must have the graduation degree on or before 01.01.2022. The candidates in the final year of graduation can also be eligible for the SSC CGL with their provisional degree.
1. Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University or Institute.
2. Desirable Qualifications: Chartered Accountant or Cost & Management Accountant or Company Secretary or Masters I Commerce or Masters in Business Studies or Masters in Business Administration (Finance) or Masters in Business Economics
ii). Junior Statistical Officer
Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level OR
Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the core subjects at degree level
iii). Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects from a recognized university.
iv). All other posts
Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
SSC has increased the age limit for SSC CGL recruitment 2022, though the age varies from post to post. The minimum age limit defined for SSC CGL is 27 years and the maximum age limit criteria are 32 years.
Department |
Age Limit |
Posts |
CSS |
20-30 years |
Assistant Section Officer |
Intelligence Bureau |
Not exceeding 30 Years |
Assistant Section Officer |
Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue |
Up to 30 years |
Assistant Enforcement Officer |
M/o of Statistics & Prog. Implementation |
Up to 32 years |
Junior Statistical Officer |
NIA |
Up to 30 years |
Sub Inspector |
CBI |
20-30 years |
Sub Inspector |
Narcotics |
18-25 years |
Sub Inspector |
CBEC |
20-27 years |
Tax Assistant |
Other departments |
18-27 years |
All other posts |
Category |
Years |
OBC |
3 years |
SC/ST |
5 years |
Physically Handicapped (PH) |
10 years |
PH + OBC |
13 years |
PH + SC/ST |
15 years |
Age Limit |
Date of Birth |
18-27 years |
Born not earlier than 02.August.1991 and not later than 01.August.2000 |
20-27 years |
Born not earlier than 02.August.1991 and not later than 01.August.1998 |
20-30 years |
Born not earlier than 02.August.1988 and not later than 01.August.1998 |
30 years |
Born not earlier than 02.August.1988 and not later than 01.August.2000 |
32 years |
Born not earlier than 02.August.1986 and not later than 01.August.2000 |
Below are some important physical standards required to be considered before applying for the post of Central Excise/ Examiner/ Preventive Officer), Inspector & Sub-Inspector in CBN:
|
Male |
Female |
Height |
157.5 cm |
152 cm |
Height Relaxable |
5 cm in the case of Garwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Scheduled Tribes. |
2.5 cm |
Walking |
1600 meters in 5 minutes |
1km in 20 minutes |
Cycling |
8Km in 30 minutes |
3km in 25 minutes |
Physical standards for the Post of Sub-Inspector in Central Bureau of Investigation and Sub-Inspector in National Investigation Agency:
|
Male |
Female |
Height |
● 165 cm (SI in CBI) ● 170 cm (SI in NIA) |
150 cm |
Height Relaxable |
5 cm in the case of Hillsmen and Tribals. |
2.5 cm |
Chest |
76 cm with expansion |
NA |
Vision |
● Distant Vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in another eye. ● Near Vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in another eye |
So, the SSC categorised the posts on the basis of grade pay and cities. We are discussing the details for all the grade-wise posts.
Job Posts & Department |
Grade-Pay |
Net in hand salary (After 7th pay commission) |
Assistant Audit Officer- Under C & AG |
4800 |
65318 (X) 59434 (Y) 55626 (Z) |
Assistant Accounts Officer |
4800 |
65318 (X) 59434 (Y) 55626 (Z) |
Assistant Section Officer- Central Secretariat |
4600 |
61888 (X) 58296 (Y) 54704(Z) |
Assistant Section Officer- Intelligence Bureau |
4600 |
|
Assistant Section Officer - Railway |
4600 |
|
Assistant Section Officer - Ext. Affairs |
4600 |
|
Assistant Section Officer - AFHQ |
4600 |
|
Assistant - Other Ministries |
4600 |
|
Inspector of Income Tax - CBDT |
4600 |
|
Inspector (Central Excise) - CBIC |
4600 |
|
Inspector (Preventive Officer) - CBIC |
4600 |
|
Inspector (Examiner) - CBIC |
4600 |
|
Assistant Enforcement Officer - Dept. Of Revenue |
4600 |
|
Sub-Inspector - CBI |
4600 |
|
Inspector of post - Dept. of Post |
4600 |
|
Inspector - Narcotics |
4600 |
|
Assistant - Other Ministries |
4200 |
49543 (X) 44636 (Y) 41804 (Z) |
Divisional Accountant - Under C & AG |
4200 |
|
Junior Statistical Officer - Statistics |
4200 |
|
Statistical Investigator Grade-II - Registrar General of India |
4200 |
|
Sub-Inspector - NIA |
4200 |
|
Auditor - Under CGDA |
2800 |
41526 (X) 37115 (Y) 34779 (Z) |
Auditor - Under C & AG |
2800 |
|
Auditor - Under CGA & Others |
2800 |
|
Accountant/Jr. Accountant - Under C & AG |
2800 |
|
Accountant/Jr. Accountant - Under CGA & Others |
2800 |
|
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ UDC - Central govt. offices |
2400 |
36742 (X) 32627 (Y) 30587 (Z) |
Tax Assistant - CBDT |
2400 |
|
Tax Assistant - CBIC |
2400 |
|
Sub-Inspector Central Bureau of Narcotics |
2400 |
|
Upper Division Clerks - Border road org. |
2400 |
There are several factors while you are about to get a job.
● Job Profile
● Location for the Job
● Work Pressure
● Salary
Job |
Profile |
Assistant Section Officer (CSS) |
Clerical work such as completing files & making reports |
Assistant (Central Vigilance Commission) |
Desk job |
Assistant Section Officer (Central Vigilance Commission) |
Clerical work |
Assistant Section Officer (Railway Ministry) |
Clerical work but the position is above UDC |
Assistant Section Officer (External Affairs) |
Responsible work, a lot to learn and understand Indian diplomacy and how nations take up matters |
Assistant Audit Officer (Under C & AG) |
To perform the audit |
Assistant Section Officer (AFHQ) |
To assist the section officer (Indoor Job) |
Assistant (Other Ministries) |
File work |
Inspector of Income Tax (CBDT) |
Evaluating, documenting, processing IT records |
Inspector (Central Excise) CBEC |
Inspect, verify, process and maintain the taxes/returns filed by companies |
Inspector (Preventive Officer) CBEC |
Documentation and inspecting imported and exported goods |
Inspector (Examiner) CBEC |
Checking & verifying whether appropriate taxes are paid |
Assistant Enforcement Officer (Department Of Revenue) |
Investigating, preventing & arresting the frauds |
Sub-Inspector (CBI) |
Investigate anti-corruption |
Inspector of Post (Dept. of Post) |
Procuring & promoting business growth for post offices |
Divisional Accountant (Under C & AG) |
Chief accountant or financial advisor |
Junior Statistical Officer (Statistics) |
Data Collection, Data Compilation, Data Processing |
To understand the job profile candidates can go through the details for better understanding.
SSC CGL Tier I 2022 is mandatory for all posts.
Subject |
Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Total Duration |
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
25 |
50 |
60 minutes |
Quantitative Aptitude |
25 |
50 |
|
General English |
25 |
50 |
|
General Awareness |
25 |
50 |
In SSC CGL Tier-II 2022 two papers will be conducted on the same day of the exam. SSC CGL Paper I is Quantitative Aptitude while the SSC CGL Paper II is English.
Paper |
Subject |
Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Time Duration |
Paper I |
Quantitative Aptitude |
100 |
200 |
2 Hours |
Paper-II |
General English |
200 |
200 |
2 Hours |
Paper III |
Statistics |
100 |
200 |
2 Hours |
Paper IV |
General Studies (Finance & Economics) |
100 |
200 |
2 Hours |
Check below the SSC CGL Tier 3 Paper Pattern:
SSC CGL Tier III Exam Scheme |
Maximum Marks |
Time Duration |
Exam Mode |
Descriptive Paper in English or Hindi (Writing of Essay/ Precis/ Letter/ Application etc.) |
100 |
60 Minutes For VH/ OH (afflicted with Cerebral Palsy/ deformity in writing hand) – 80 Minutes |
Pen & Paper Mode |
Check below the SSC CGL Tier 4 Paper Pattern:
SSC CGL Tier IV Skill Test |
Maximum Marks |
Time |
for the Posts of |
Data Entry Speed Test |
Qualifying in nature |
15 Minutes |
Tax Assistant (CBDT & CBEC) |
Computer Proficiency Test (Word Processing/ Excel Sheet/ PowerPoint) |
Qualifying in nature |
45 Minutes |
Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA, SFIO, GSI, |
General Mental Ability |
Non-Verbal Reasoning |
● Alphabet Test ● Analogy ● Arithmetic Reasoning ● Blood Relation ● Classification ● Coding-decoding ● Distance direction test ● Matrix ● Missing Number ● Logical Venn Diagram |
● Papercutting & folding ● Embedded figures ● Figure Formation & Analysis, ● Series ● Cube & Dice ● Mirror Image ● Water Image ● Pattern Completion ● Counting of figures |
SSC CGL General Awareness Topic |
● Current Affairs ● Economy & Finance ● Geography, History ● Indian Polity & Constitution ● Science & Technology ● Static GK |
Arithmetic |
Advance Maths |
● Average ● Boat & Stream ● Compound & Simple Interest ● LCM & HCF ● Mixture & Alligation ● Partnership, Percentages ● Pipes & Cistern ● Problem on Ages ● Profit loss & Discount ● Speed ● Time, and work and Time work & wages ● Ratio and Proportion |
● Geometry ● Degree and Radian Measures ● Histogram ● Standard Identities ● Complementary angles ● Heights and Distances ● Histogram ● Frequency polygon ● Bar diagram ● Pie chart ● Mensuration ● Data Interpretation ● Trigonometry |
Grammar |
Vocabulary |
Reading Comprehension |
● Fill in the blanks ● Voices and Narrations ● Para jumbles ● Error Spotting |
● One-word substitution ● Idioms & Phrases ● Spelling Errors ● Synonym/ Antonyms |
● Passage ● Cloze test |
Arithmetic |
Advance Maths |
● Ratio and Proportion ● LCM & HCF ● Percentages ● Boat & Stream ● Speed, time, and distance ● Partnership ● CI & SI ● Pipes & Cistern ● Problem on Ages ● Time & Work ● Average, Mixture ● Allegation ● Profit loss & Discount |
● Geometry (Circles, Triangle, Quadrilateral etc.) ● Mensuration (Cube, Cylinder, Sphere, Pyramid etc.) ● Data Interpretation ● Trigonometry ● Height & Distance ● Algebra ● Coordinate Geometry |
Grammar |
Vocabulary |
Reading Comprehension |
● Fill in the blanks ● Active & Passive ● Direct & Indirect ● Error Spotting ● Sentence Improvement ● Para jumbles |
● One-word substitution ● Idioms & Phrases ● Spelling Errors ● Antonym/Synonym |
● Passage ● Cloze test |
There are several books in the market for this CGL. But among those study materials we are going to discuss the best which will be helpful for your CGL exam. Let’s have a look at the important books for SSC CGL 2022.
General English Books
SSC CGL English Books |
Author Name |
Objective General English |
S.P.Bakshi |
English Grammar & composition |
Wren and Martin |
A mirror of Common Errors |
A.K Singh |
Word Power Made Easy |
Norman Lewis |
Sectional test for General English |
Avision Institute App |
Quantitative Aptitude Books
SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude Books |
Author Name |
SSC Mathematics |
Rakesh Yadav |
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic |
Rajesh Verma |
Previous Year Paper |
Avision Institute App |
Reasoning Books
SSC CGL Reasoning Books |
Author Name |
Lucent Reasoning |
Arihant Publication |
Reasoning Quizzes |
Avision Institute App |
SSC CGL General Awareness Books |
Author Name |
Lucent G.K. |
Dr Binay Karna and Manwendra Mukul |
Quizzes |
Avision Institute App |
List-1: Candidates qualified in Tier-1 for appearing in Tier-2 ( paper-1, paper-2, paper-3 and paper-4(general studies) and Tier-3)
Category |
Cut-off marks |
Candidates available |
SC |
145.289 |
970 |
ST |
140.970 |
465 |
OBC |
161.367 |
1784 |
EWS |
164.00 |
728 |
UR |
167.459 |
1228 |
OH |
135.678 |
102 |
HH |
109.04 |
101 |
OTHERS-PWD |
95.126 |
51 |
TOTAL |
|
5429 |
List-2: Candidates qualified in Tier-1 for appearning in Tier-2 ( paper-1, paper-2, paper-3 and paper-4(general studies) and Tier-3)
Category |
Cut off marks |
Candidates available |
SC |
124.61 |
2241 |
ST |
122.405 |
958 |
OBC |
147.632 |
3395 |
EWS |
146.010 |
1925 |
UR |
153.082 |
2544 |
OH |
120.172 |
114 |
HH |
108.730 |
35 |
TOTAL |
|
11212 |
List-3: Candidates qualified in Tier-1 for appearning in Tier-2 ( paper-1, paper-2, paper-3 and paper-4(general studies) and Tier-3)
Category |
Cut-off marks |
Candidates available |
SC |
100.930 |
21663 |
ST |
93.755 |
10351 |
OBC |
119.232 |
36611 |
EWS |
109.211 |
15718 |
UR |
132.372 |
20572 |
ESM |
74.874 |
5216 |
OH |
85.990 |
1759 |
HH |
40.00 |
1357 |
VH |
95.759 |
448 |
OTHERS-PWD |
40.00 |
400 |
TOTAL |
|
114135 |
SSC CGL Tier-2 Admit card 2020 is out on the SSC regional website on 12th January. So, the candidates will be able to download the admit card from the official website of SSC.
● Click on the official Website of SSC.
● Then submit your details i.e registration number and date of birth to log in
● Finally, print out your Admit Card
You can go through the official website and read the following steps to check your result
● Visit the official site of the SSC
● Then, click on the result link to enter the roll number and password
● Finally, your result will appear on the screen and take a printout of the result for future Use.
To enhance the exam preparation the candidates need to attempt the best online test series available on the Avision Institute website and app. Attempting mock tests regularly helps you to grow your speed and accuracy. Moreover, analysing the mock tests is very important to fix your silly mistakes. Consequently, mock tests will boost your confidence level.
· What makes "Avision Exam Preparation" unique from others?
Avision exam preparation is very unique with its courses and structure. It gives you the complete comprehensive course for SSC exams. The faculty provide the excellent learning tricks and tips for the competitive exam. Get the best solution, study material, and current events.
· Where can I practice good set of SSC CGL mock test paper?
At Avision Institute, You will get the best test paper with proper analysis by the top faculties. It helps you to prepare well and make your preparation stronger.
·
Can I apply for multiple posts in SSC CGL?
Yes,
you can apply for more than one post in the SSC CGL.
·
I am a diploma holder, Can I apply for it?
No,
Only graduates are eligible to apply in the SSC CGL exam.
· What are the different posts available under SSC CGL?
List of posts available under SSC-CGL are as follows:
· Inspector of Income Tax
· Assistant Audit Officer
· Inspector (Examiner)
· Inspector (Central Excise)
· Inspector (Preventive Officer)
· Assistant Enforcement Officer
· Assistant (Ministry of External Affairs)
· How many times can I apply for the SSC CGL?
There is no limit in appearing for SSC CGL exam until you cross the age limit.
· Is there any physical test for SSC CGL?
Yes, in the post of Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner/Preventive Officer/Inspector & Sub-Inspector in CBN) involves the stage of physical test.
· Will the marks of Tier-I will be countable in the merit list?
Yes, Tier-I marks will be countable in the merit list.
·
What are the various Pay-Scale available
under SSC-CGL?
The
pay-scale in SSC CGL are 4800 (Pay band 2)- 47600, 4600 (Pay band 2)- 44900,
4200 (Pay band 2)- 35400, 2800 (Pay band 1)- 29200, 2400 (Pay band 1)- 25500.
·
Is it mandatory to appear for SSC-CGL tier-II
paper IV for SSC CGL 2022 examination?
No,
you not need to appear for Paper IV of SSC CGL Tier II Exam in order to be
eligible for it. If you do not opt for Paper IV under CGL tier II Exam then you
would be eligible for all the posts except AAO post.
·
Is there any Sectional cut-offs in SSC CGL?
No,
there will be only overall cut-offs in the SSC CGL exam.
·
Can any Hindi medium students get succeed in
SSC CGL exam?
Yes Of
course, If you have the skills and ability to crack the CGL then you can crack
any exam. However, try to focus on some grammar sections for the best
result.
·
Despite being physically challenged, Will I
still be able to crack the SSC-CGL exam 2022?
Yes,
Physically challenged people can apply for some posts in SSC CGL.
·
What if I appear and could not clear the SSC
CGL paper IV, Will I be eligible for others post?
Yes,
You will be eligible for other posts besides AAO.
·
What are the perks associated with AAO posts
under SSC CGL recruitment?
There
are many perks associated with AAO post under SSC CGL. Such as urban posting,
highest salary(Grade Pay- 4800), placement in ministries. It also enjoy the
gazetted officer title under group B category.
·
Is tier III is qualifying in SSC CGL?
Yes,
Tier III is compulsory to qualify.
·
Is there any interview in SSC CGL 2022 exam?
No,
there is no interview in SSC CGL.
·
Can I Apply twice for SSC CGL exam?
No,
You can't apply twice for SSC CGL in one year. You can entered until you don't
cross the age.
·
I am very weak in Maths, Can I Compete for
SSC CGL Exam?
If you
go through the syllabus of the SSC CGL, You can see there are lot of other
subjects are available other than math. However, English and Math carries
maximum weightage in this exam. But you need to follow through Math subject and
make sure to solve the basic level and doubts to get few marks. However,
Avision Institute will provide you the best guidance for SSC CGL exam with top
faculties.
·
What are the top five post in SSC CGL?
The
top five post for SSC CGL are mentioned below:
·
Is there any negative marking in SSC CGL 2022
exam?
Yes,
There is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) for every wrong question.
· What is the exam date of SSC CGL Tier-I 2022?
The date of SSC CGL exam is yet to be announced and expect it to be happen on the month of April.
· Is tier III is compulsory for all post in SSC CGL?
Yes, It is compulsory to appear in tier III exam for all post.
· What is the word limit for essay writing in SSC CGL tier-III exam?
The word limit for the easy writing is 225-275.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
Buy Prime membership and unlock all test.
+91 6289818141