SSC CGL 2024 Notification Released
The SSC CGL 2024 notification has been released to recruit 17,727 eligible graduates for Group B and C vacancies. Here are all the key details including important dates, age limits, educational qualifications, and requirements for applying.
Exciting Opportunity for Graduates
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced a significant number of vacancies for 2024, with 17,727 Group B and C positions available. This is a considerable increase from last year, so eligible graduates should consider applying without hesitation.
SSC CGL 2024 Notification
The official notification PDF for the SSC CGL 2024 exam was released on June 24, 2024, on www.ssc.gov.in, detailing the 17,727 vacancies for Group B and C posts. This document includes all pertinent information regarding the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, age limits, selection process, and the updated exam pattern.
| Organisation |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
|
| Exam Name |
Combined Graduate Level (CGL)
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| Posts |
Group B and C posts
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| Vacancies | 17,727 |
| Category | Govt. Job |
| Level | National Level |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates |
24th June to 24th July 2024
|
| Eligibility |
Graduates aged 18 to 32 years
|
| Selection Process | Tier 1 and Tier 2 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.ssc.gov.in |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
Changes in SSC CGL 2024
- No posts for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer this year, eliminating Paper-III of the Tier-II Exam.
- No pre-existing photograph required; candidates must capture a photo during the application process.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: June 24, 2024
- Registration Start Date: June 24, 2024
- Last Date to Apply: July 24, 2024 (11 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee: July 25, 2024 (11 PM)
- Correction Window: August 10-11, 2024
- Tier 1 Exam Dates: September-October 2024
Vacancy Details
The 17,727 vacancies for 2024 include various posts such as Assistant Section Officer, Assistant Enforcement Officer, Sub Inspector, Inspector, Executive Officer, Research Assistant, Divisional Accountant, Junior Intelligence Officer, Junior Statistical Officer, Auditor, Accountant, Postal Assistant, Senior Secretariat Assistant, and Tax Assistant. Detailed post-wise vacancy information will be updated shortly on the official website.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
- Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% in Mathematics at 12th level or Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as a subject.
- Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Bachelor’s Degree with Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics as a compulsory or elective subject.
- Research Assistant in NHRC: Bachelor’s Degree with one year of research experience.
- Other Posts: Bachelor’s Degree in any subject.
- Age Limit (as of August 1, 2024): 18 to 32 years, varying by post.
- Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, and others: 18-27 years.
- Inspector, Sub-Inspector, and similar posts: 18-30 years.
- Assistant Section Officer and similar posts: 20-30 years.
- Junior Statistical Officer: up to 32 years.
- Nationality: Indian citizens and certain categories of candidates from neighboring countries and those of Indian origin.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 100, with exemptions for women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates. The last date to pay the fee is July 25, 2024 (11 PM), and payment can be made via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit cards.
Application Process
Candidates can apply online at www.ssc.gov.in. Detailed instructions for the application process are available on the official website.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a two-tier exam
- Tier 1: Computer-Based Examination (qualifying).
- Tier 2: Includes Paper I (compulsory for all posts) and Paper II (for Junior Statistical Officer applicants).
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The SSC CGL 2024 exam has a revised pattern with two tiers:
- Tier 1: Objective Multiple Choice (online).
- Tier 2: Paper I (compulsory) and Paper II (for JSO candidates).
SSC CGL Syllabus
The syllabus includes sections on General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language.
| Section | Topics |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning |
Classification, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Series, Non-Verbal, Word Formation, Matrix, Important Schemes
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| General Awareness/ GK |
Static General Knowledge (Indian History, Culture etc.), Science, Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Current CM & Governors, Sports, Books and Authors, Problem on Ages
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| Quantitative Aptitude |
Simplification, Interest, Averages, Mensuration, DI (Data Interpretation), Percentage, Ratio and Proportion
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| English Comprehension |
Reading Comprehension, Fill in the Blanks, Spellings, Cloze Test, Synonyms & Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, Sentence Correction, One word Substitution.
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SSC CGL Posts Classification
| SSC CGL Post | Classification of Post |
Department/Ministry
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| Assistant Audit Officer | Group “B” Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) |
Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG
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| Assistant Accounts Officer | – |
Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG
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| Assistant Section Officer | Group “B” |
Central Secretariat Service, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Railway, Ministry of External Affairs, AFHQ
|
| Assistant | – |
Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations
|
| Inspector (Central Excise) | – | CBIC |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | – |
Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue
|
| Sub Inspector | – |
Central Bureau of Investigation
|
| Inspector | – |
Central Bureau of Narcotics
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| Junior Statistical Officer | M/o Statistics & Programme Implementation | – |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Registrar General of India | – |
| Inspector of Income Tax | Group “C” | CBDT |
| Auditor | – |
Offices under C&AG, CGDA
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| Accountant/ Junior Accountant | – |
Other Ministry/ Departments
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| Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | – |
Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres
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| Tax Assistant | – | CBDT/ CBIC |
| Upper Division Clerks | – |
Government Departments
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases results for each stage of the SSC CGL 2024 Exam on its official website www.ssc.gov.in. This year, the selection process includes two tiers, with Tier 1 being qualifying in nature. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Result will announce the names and roll numbers of candidates who qualify to appear for the Tier 2 Exam. The final result will be based solely on the marks obtained by candidates in the SSC CGL 2024 Tier 2 Exam.
| Category | Finance/AAO | JSO | Statistical Investigator Gr.II | All Other Posts |
| General | 169.67 | 168.54 | 172.36 | 150.05 |
| EWS | 167.18 | 166.07 | 158.77 | 143.44 |
| OBC | 166.29 | 165.87 | 152.42 | 145.94 |
| SC | 154.29 | 148.51 | — | 126.68 |
| ST | 148.99 | 146.65 | 127.33 | 118.17 |
| OH | 147.95 | 132.72 | — | 115.98 |
| HH | 126.86 | 80.99 | 49.15 | 77.73 |
| Others-PWD | 109.83 | — | 40 | 57.45 |
| VH | — | 114.61 | 82.56 | 121.6 |
| ESM | — | — | — | 100.29 |
SSC CGL 2024 FAQs
1.What is the age limit to apply for SSC CGL Exam?
Applicants must be aged between 18 and 32 years to qualify for the SSC CGL Exams.
2.What is the full form of SSC CGL?
SSC CGL stands for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination.
3.Will SSC CGL be conducted in 2024?
Yes, SSC CGL Notification is scheduled for release on 24th June 2024, and the exam will be conducted in September/October 2024.
