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 at ssc.gov.in. Without One Time Registration, 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.

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, the candidates can skip the registration and apply directly for the SSC CGL exam by logging into their accounts. The SSC OTR is required to log in at ssc.gov.in. Candidates can apply online for various SSC exams with one registration number.

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.

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 applied online on the portal-ssc.gov.in. The last date to submit the application form was July 4, 2025. The Commission conducted 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 exam calendar. The Commission will release the SSC 2026-27 exam calendar on ssc.gov.in in December 2025.

How can I apply for SSC CGL ?

The CGL online applications were started on June 9, 2025. The candidates must read the SSC notification to apply online for the exam. Visit at ssc.gov.in. Login with the OTR credentials. Fill the CGL 2025 application form on ssc.gov.in. Pay the application fee (as mentioned in the 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)

SSC CGL Application Form 2025: Steps to fill Registration Form

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Exam On - 18 Jan '26 - 19 Jan '26

Updated on Dec 21, 2025 22:39 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

The Staff Selection Commission will release SSC CGL application form for the 2026 edition of its exam as per the dates stated in the official exam calendar. The Commission is expected to release the SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27 soon on its Central Portal. The candidates should expect the Combined Graduate Level notification and applications in May/June 2026.

The Commission will provide around 20 days to fill the applications online at ssc.gov.in. The SSC One Time Registration will be compulsory to login and application form. The Commission will conduct SSC CGL exam within two months from the release of applciation form. The candidates should not that they can register at any time with a valid mobile number and email id. The candidates should note that submission of SSC CGL application fee (as per their category) is mandatory to complete the application.

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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
18 Jan ' 26 - 19 Jan ' 26	SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam 2025

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