14582 Vacancies – Apply by 4 July, No Change in Exam Pattern
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2025 Examination, offering a massive 14,582 government job vacancies. This recruitment drive offers one of the most sought-after opportunities for graduates looking to build a stable and respectable career in various central government departments.
📈 SSC CGL Overview
The SSC CGL Exam is conducted annually for recruiting candidates into Group B and Group C posts in various ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India. Some of the top departments include:
- Income Tax Department
- Central Secretariat
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
- Enforcement Directorate
- Intelligence Bureau (IB)
- National Investigation Agency (NIA)
📈 What’s New in SSC CGL 2025?
- Vacancies Announced: 14,582
- Apply By: 4 July 2025
- Tier-1 Exam: 13 to 30 August 2025
- Tier-2 Exam: December 2025 (tentative)
- Exam Pattern: No change from last year
- Photo Upload Rule: Must be taken within the last 1 month
Year | Vacancies | Tier-1 Exam Dates | Notable Change |
2023 | 7,500 | July 14-27 | Tier 2 merged for some posts |
2024 | 10,600 | August 1-17 | Age limit relaxed |
2025 | 14,582 | August 13-30 | No major changes |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any stream
- Age Limit: 18 to 27/30 years depending on the post
- Category-wise age relaxation: Available as per government norms
Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Total | 100 | 200 |
💼 Benefits of Clearing SSC CGL
- Job Security: Permanent government job with pension benefits.
- Attractive Salary: Grade pay ranging from ₹4,200 to ₹5,400, with allowances.
- Prestige: Roles in top government departments like CBI, Income Tax, etc.
- Career Growth: Promotions, departmental exams, and opportunities for deputation in foreign missions (MEA).
- Work-Life Balance: Fixed working hours, paid leaves, and low work pressure in many posts.
💼 SSC CGL – Notes / Books
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The thoroughly Revised & Updated 10th Edition of Ultimate Guide to SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level – Tier I & Tier II (new Pattern) Exam is now more powerful & extra useful for the CGL aspirants.
✍ The book has been updated as per the new pattern of Tier I & II and thus the Computer Section is added in the Book.
✍ Theory has been enhanced, specially General Awareness has been updated with all latest content.
✍ The Previous Year Questions of 2015 – 2025 of Tier I & Tier II have been included in respective Chapters.
✍ The Book includes 64 Chapters in: Quantitative Aptitude (17), General Intelligence & Reasoning (25), English Language (14), Computers (1) and General Awareness (7);
🧾 Application Process
- Go to https://ssc.nic.in
- Register or login with your credentials
- Fill out the CGL 2025 application form
- Upload your recent photo (taken within 1 month), signature, and documents
- Pay the application fee (₹100 for General/OBC; free for SC/ST/Female)
Post Name | Department |
Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat/MEA |
Income Tax Inspector | CBDT |
Sub-Inspector | CBI |
Auditor | CAG |
Assistant Enforcement Officer | ED |
Junior Statistical Officer | MoSPI |
Tax Assistant | CBEC |
Useful Links
🧠 Tips for Aspirants:
- Start preparation early with mock tests and previous year papers
- Follow government websites and employment news for updates
- Focus on General Awareness and Aptitude – most scoring sections
- Use mobile apps and YouTube for free resources
Divesh