Is One-Time Registration mandatory for SSC exams?

Yes, it is mandatory to get the One-Time Registration (OTR) Number before applying for the SSC CGL exam. The candidates require OTR to login on the official website - ssc.gov.in. Without OTR, the candidates won't be able to login and hence no application will be visible to them. OTR is independant to the exam, and the candidates can apply for any number of SSC exams with one OTR only.

What should I do if I forget my SSC Registration ID or Password?

The candidates get their registration ID on their mobile and the email account provided at the time of SSC One-Time registration.If you forget your Registration ID or Password: Go to the SSC login page Click on “Forgot Registration ID/Password” Enter your registered email ID or mobile number and date of birth You will receive an OTP to reset your credentials

How can I pay SSC CGL application fee?

The Staff Selection Commission provide all the avenues to pay the SSC CGL application fee in online as well as offline mode. The candidates can see below the mediums to pay the SSC CGL 2025 application fee BHIM UPI Net Banking Credit/Debit Cards SBI Challan (offline) The SSC CGL application fee is INR 100. The last date to apply online for the SSC CGL 2025 is July 4, 2025.

Can I pay the SSC CGL application fee in offline mode?

Yes, candidates can pay the application fee in offline mode through the SBI challan. The last date to submit the SSC CGL application fee offline is always one day after the fee submission date online. The Commission provides the opportunity to submit the application fee online also. The candidates should note that they are required to generate an offline fee payment challan from the official website of the SSC. The fee can be paid through this challan only.

Are the SSC CGL 2025 Applications closed?

The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CGL application form with the official notification on June 9, 2025. The Commission provided three weeks to fill out the SSC CGL application form. The last date to fill out the SSC CGL 2025 application form was July 4. The SSC CGL 2025 application correction was available till July 11, 2025. The SSC CGL tier 1 exam will be conducted from September/October 2025.

I am already registered on the official website of SSC. Do I need to register again to apply for the SSC CGL exam?

No, if already registered, candidates could skip the registration steps and apply directly for the SSC CGL exam by logging into their accounts. The SSC registration number is required to log in at the official website. Candidates can apply online for various SSC exams with one registration number. The candidates can register anytime for the exam with or without the active notification.

What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply for the SSC CGL exam?

Candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Diploma holders are not eligible to apply for the exam. The candidates who are in the last year of their graduation can apply for the exam under the 'result awaited category' but they need to acquire their graduation degree before the last date of application which is considered as the cutoff date. There is no bar of minimum percentage in the Graduation exam. Candidates with any percentage can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Commission provides a level playing field to all the candidates.

Is the SSC CGL application fee refundable?

No, the SSC CGL application fee, once paid is non-refundable. The fee once paid cannot be refunded at any point in time. The Commission mentioned that the application fee will not be refunded even when the candidates withdraw their applications. The Commission does not refund the application fee under any condition. There is no provision provided for the refund of application fee. Such facility was provided by UPSC earlier under the application withdrawal scheme.

When did the SSC CGL 2025 online application start?

The Staff Selection Commission released the official SSC CGL 2025 notification on June 9, 2025. The online applications were also started on June 9.,025. The students can apply online on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in). The last date to submit the application form is July 4, 2025. The Commission will conduct the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 exam till October 14.

Can I pay the SSC CGL application fee in offline mode?

Yes, candidates can pay the application fee in offline mode through the SBI challan. The last date to submit the SSC CGL application fee offline is always one day after the fee submission date online. The Commission provides the opportunity to submit the application fee online also. The candidates should note that they are required to generate an offline fee payment challan from the official website of the SSC. The fee can be paid through this challan only.

When will the SSC CGL 2026 Application Form be available?

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC CGL 2026 application form release date in its official exam calendar. The Commission is expected to release the SSC 2026-27 exam calendar on its official website - ssc.gov.in November/December 2025. The SSC CGL 2026 application form is expected to be released in April/May 2026.

How can I apply for SSC CGL ?

The CGL online applications were started on June 9, 2025. The candidates must read the official notification to apply online for the exam. • Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in. • Login with the OTR credentials • Fill out the CGL 2025 application form on the official website - ssc.gov.in. • Pay the application fee (as mentioned in the official notification) • Submit the SSC CGL online application form. The last date for the SSC CGL applications was July 4.

What documents are required during the SSC CGL online application process?

The candidates should note that the Staff Selection Commission will release the SSC CGL 2025 apply online link with the release of official notification on June 9, 2025. The candidates should keep the documents ready to expedite the SSC CGL application filling process: List of documents which should be handy while applying for the SSC CGL exam. Matriculation (10th) certificate (for name, DOB, and roll number) Valid mobile number and email ID Scanned copy of passport-size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format) Scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format) Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, etc.) Disability certificate (if applicable)

What is the process to apply online for SSC CGL 2025?

The SSC CGL 2025 application form will be available with the release of official notification on June 9, 2025. The candidates can see below the SSC CGL 2025 application process. The online application process for SSC CGL 2025 consists of two main parts: Part I: One-Time Registration Visit ssc.gov.in and click on “Register Now” under the Login section. Fill in your basic details (name, date of birth, etc.) as per your 10th class certificate. Provide a valid mobile number and email ID (both will be verified via OTP). Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format. Part II: Filling the Online Application After registration, log in using your Registration ID and password. Select the SSC CGL 2025 exam and fill in the required details. Choose your exam center preferences. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form. The last date to fill the SSC CGL 2025 online application form was July 4, 2025.

SSC CGL Application Form 2025: Steps to fill Registration Form

628 Students Q&A

Updated on Oct 13, 2025 18:05 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

The Staff Selection Commission will release the SSC CGL application form 2026 after the release of official notification. The Commission will mention the application dates in its SSC exam calendar as well as in the notification. The candidates will be required to get the SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) number to fill the online application form. The Commission activates the SSC CGL online application link on its official website - ssc.gov.in. The Commission will conduct the SSC CGL exam within two months from the release of applciation form.

The Commission will also mention the last date for the application form in the SSC CGL notification. The candidates should note that submission of SSC CGL application fee (as per their category) is mandatory to complete the application. The Commission will also mention the SSC CGL application correction dates in the official notification.

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SSC CGL Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC CGL 2025 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 25	SSC CGL 2025 Tier-2 Exam Dates TENTATIVE

Dates	Past Exam Dates
14 Oct ' 25	SSC CGL 2025 Tier-I Re-Scheduled Exam Date
12 Sep ' 25 - 26 Sep ' 25	SSC CGL 2025 Tier-I Exam Dates
09 Jun ' 25 - 04 Jul ' 25	SSC CGL 2025 Application Dates