SSC CGL 2026 Complete Guide – Syllabus, Pattern & Strategy

SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) is one of India's most sought-after government exams with lakh of applicants competing for thousands of Group B and C posts. This complete guide covers everything for SSC CGL 2026.

SSC CGL 2026 Key Highlights

• 📋 Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission
• 📋 Posts: Income Tax Inspector, CBI Inspector, Auditor, Statistical Investigator
• 📋 Eligibility: Graduate in any discipline, 18-27 years
• 📋 Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹1,51,100 per month
• 📋 Exam Mode: Online (CBT)

SSC CGL 2026 Exam Pattern

Tier 1: Computer Based Test (60 minutes)

Tier 2: Computer Based Test

Session 1: Mathematical Abilities (90 min) + Reasoning (45 min) + English (45 min)
Session 2 (only for specific posts): Statistics, Finance & Economics

SSC CGL Syllabus 2026

Quantitative Aptitude Topics

Number Systems, Fractions, LCM/HCF, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Time & Work, Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Series, Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Non-verbal Reasoning, Data Sufficiency.

SSC CGL Preparation Strategy 2026

3-Month Fast Track Plan

Month 1: Quantitative Aptitude foundation + Basic English
Month 2: Reasoning + General Awareness + Current Affairs
Month 3: Full Mock Tests + Weakness Analysis + Revision

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SSC CGL Salary After Selection

SSC CGL salaries range from ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100/month based on post and grade pay. Total compensation including HRA and allowances: ₹45,000-2L+/month in major cities.