SSC CGL 2024 Notification Out For 17727 Posts (Group ‘B’ & ‘C’)

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2024, aiming to fill 17,727 vacancies for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts. These positions are available across various Ministries, Departments, Organizations of the Government of India, as well as several Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies, and Tribunals. Applications can be submitted online from June 24, 2024, to July 24, 2024. All details about the SSC CGL 2024 are provided below. Continue reading to find out how you can join various Ministries, Departments, Organizations of the Government of India, as well as several Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies, and Tribunals.

SSC CGL 2024 Recruitment: Overview

Overview
Organization	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2024
Post Name	Click Here
Positions	Group ‘B’, Group ‘C’
Vacancies	17,727
Qualification	Click Here
Category	SSC Job
Job Location	Anywhere in India
Application Mode	Online
Notification Date	24-06-2024
Online Registration	24-06-2024 to 24-07-2024
Selection Process	Tier-I & Tier-II Exam, Documentation, PS, PT, Medical
Mode of Exam	Online (Objective Type)
Exam Language	English, Hindi
Registration Link	Click Here
Login & Apply Link	Click Here
Notification (PDF)	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Important Dates

It’s essential to keep track of key dates for this recruitment for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ positions. Below are the important dates, including application deadlines, exam dates, and other significant events, to ensure you don’t miss any deadlines.

Important Dates
Notification Date	24-06-2024
Apply Online Start Date	24-06-2024
Apply Online Last Date	24-07-2024
Fee Payment Last Date	25-07-2024 (23:00)
Application Form Correction	10-08-2024 to 11-08-2024 (23:00)
Tier-I Exam	09-09-2024 to 26-09-2024
Tier-II Exam	December, 2024

What is SSC CGL?

The Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination (SSC CGL) is a gateway to a stable and rewarding career in the Government of India. Conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), this national-level entrance exam opens doors to a wide range of Group B and Group C positions across various ministries, departments, and organizations.

Think of it as a single exam that grants access to a multitude of government jobs. If you’ve ever dreamt of working in a prestigious government setting, the SSC CGL could be the key that unlocks your dream.

The exam itself is a multi-tiered process, testing your knowledge and skills in various areas. It typically assesses your General Knowledge, Reasoning abilities, Quantitative Aptitude (think numbers and calculations), and English language comprehension. This ensures that successful candidates possess the well-rounded skillset required for success in diverse government roles.

The appeal of the SSC CGL goes beyond the variety of positions it offers. Cracking this exam is considered a significant accomplishment and paves the way for a secure career with the Indian government. With good pay, benefits, and job stability, it’s no wonder the SSC CGL attracts a large pool of ambitious candidates every year. If you’re looking for a fulfilling career path within the Indian government, the SSC CGL is definitely worth exploring.

Educational Qualifications

The required educational qualifications are mentioned below.

Post	Educational Qualification
Junior Statistical Officer	Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level or Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as a subject at the degree level.
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects throughout the graduation course.
Research Assistant in NHRC	Essential: Bachelor’s Degree. Desirable: Minimum one-year research experience; Degree in Law or Human Rights.
All Other Posts	Bachelor’s Degree

Note:-

• Candidates in their final year must complete their degree by 01-08-2024.

Age Limit

As stated in the Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination Notification 2024, the age requirements as of 01-08-2024 for the various positions of Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ are detailed below:

Post Name	Age Limit
Please click here for a detailed explanation of the age limit for each post.

Application Fee

The table below shows the application fees for each category.

Category	Application Fee
Unreserved Candidates	Rs.100/-
SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Ex-servicemen/ Women Candidates	Nil

Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Examination (Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions) will be conducted in two tiers (Tier-I & Tier-II) as detailed below:

Tier-I Examination:

Note:

• Tier-I will include Objective Type multiple-choice questions. The questions will be available in both English and Hindi, except for English Comprehension.
• Additionally, there will be a negative marking of 0.50 for each incorrect answer.

Tier-II Examination:

Paper-I:

• Paper-I is compulsory for all the posts.
• Paper-I divided into two sessions, Session-I & Session-II, on the same day.
• Session-I duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes.
  • Section-I: 1 hour.
  • Section-II: 1 hour.
  • Section-III: 15 minutes.
• After Session-I, candidates will have a break before Session-II.
• Session-II includes Section-III (Data Entry Speed Test) lasting 15 minutes.
• Candidates must qualify all sections of Paper-I.
• Questions are Objective Type multiple-choice, except for Section-III (Data Entry Speed Test).
• Questions available in English & Hindi, except for English Language and Comprehension in Section-II.
• Negative marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Paper-I (Section-I, Section-II, and Section-III).
• Section-III of Paper-I (Computer Knowledge Test):
  • It’s mandatory but qualifying in nature.
• Section-III of Paper-I (Data Entry Speed Test – DEST):
  • DEST will be mandatory for all the posts; however, it will be qualifying in nature.
  • The “Data Entry Speed Test” (DEST) Skill Test will be conducted for a passage of about 2000 (two thousand) key depressions for a duration of 15 (fifteen) minutes.

Paper-II:

• For candidates applying for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Grade-II, shortlisted in Tier-I.
• Objective Type multiple-choice questions.
• Questions available in English & Hindi, except for English Language and Comprehension.
• Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II.

Syllabus

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the syllabus for the Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination 2024. Understanding the syllabus is crucial for your exam preparation. Click here for a detailed explanation of the SSC CGL 2024 exam syllabus as mentioned in the official notification.

Selection Process

The SSC CGL exam opens doors to a rewarding career in various government departments and organizations. To land your desired job, you’ll need to successfully navigate a multi-stage selection process that evaluates your knowledge, skills, and fit for the role. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each stage in the SSC CGL 2024 process:

Tier-I: Preliminary Examination

• This is the first stage of the examination.
• It consists of Objective Type multiple-choice questions.
• Subjects include General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
• The questions will be available in both English and Hindi, except for English Comprehension.
• Additionally, there will be a negative marking of 0.50 for each incorrect answer.
• Candidates must qualify Tier-I to proceed to Tier-II.

Tier-II: Main Examination

• Candidates who qualify Tier-I will proceed to Tier-II.
• Consists of Paper-I and Paper-II conducted in separate shifts or days.
• Paper-I is mandatory for all posts.
• Paper-II is for candidates applying for specific posts like Junior Statistical Officer and Statistical Investigator Grade-II.
• Both papers include Objective Type multiple-choice questions.
• The questions will be available in both English and Hindi.

Document Verification:

• Candidates who qualify Tier-II undergo document verification.
• Verification of educational certificates and other relevant documents is conducted.

Physical Standards, Physical Tests, and Medical Standards:

When giving preference for posts/departments online, candidates should note that the following positions have specific requirements for Physical Standards, Physical Tests, and Medical Standards:

• Inspector (Central Excise)-CBIC
• Inspector (Examiner)-CBIC
• Inspector (Preventive Officer)-CBIC
• Inspector-CBN
• Sub-Inspector-CBN, Ministry of Finance
• Sub-Inspector/Junior Intelligence Officer in NCB, MHA
• Sub-Inspector-CBI
• Sub-Inspector-NIA

These positions require candidates to meet specified physical standards, undergo physical tests, and meet medical standards as part of their selection criteria, detailed below:

(A). Physical standards for the post of Inspector (Central Excise/ Examiner/ Preventive Officer), Inspector & Sub-Inspector in Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN):

#	Male	Female
Height	157.5 cms	152 cms
Chest	81 cms (+5 cms)	–
Weight	–	48 Kgs
Walking	1600 metres in 15 minutes	1 Km in 20 minutes
Cycling	8Kms in 30 minutes	3 Kms in 25 minutes

Note:-

• Cycling is not applicable for the post of Sub Inspector in CBN.
• Height requirements are relaxed by 5 cm for males and 2.5 cm for females, and weight requirements are relaxed by 2 kg for Gorkhas, Garwalis, Assamese, and members of Scheduled Tribes.

(B). Physical standards for the Post of Sub- Inspector in Central Bureau of Investigation:

#	Male	Female
Height	165 cms	150 cms
Chest	76 cm with expansion	–

Note:-

• Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cms

(C). Physical standards for the Post of Sub-Inspector in National Investigation Agency:

#	Male	Female
Height	170 cms	150 cms
Chest	76 cm with expansion	–

Note:-

• Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cms

(D). Physical standards for the Post of Sub-Inspector/ Junior Intelligence Officer in Narcotics Control Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs:

#	Male	Female
Height	165 cms	152 cms
Chest	76 cm (+5cm)	–

Note:-

• Height relaxation for Hillsmen and Tribals from the following regions: Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Lahaul and Spiti district, Pangi Sub-division of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, Union Territory of Ladakh, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Union Territory of Lakshadweep is 5 cm.

Vacancy Details

Salary Structure

Cracking the SSC CGL exam opens doors to a stable and rewarding career with the Indian government. While job satisfaction and societal contribution are significant benefits, let’s delve into the specifics: what kind of salary can you expect with an SSC CGL post in 2024?

Understanding the Pay Structure:

The SSC CGL salary structure follows the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations. This means your salary depends on two main factors:

• Pay Level: Different posts in the SSC CGL are categorized into various pay levels. These levels range from Level 3 to Level 11, with each level having a corresponding pay scale.
• Grade Pay: Each pay level is further associated with a specific grade pay, which is a fixed amount added to your basic pay.

The exact salary will depend on the specific post and the associated pay level. In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits as per government rules.

In the SSC CGL Recruitment 2024 notification, there are 17,727 vacancies for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ across 32 different posts. These posts have different salary structures based on their pay levels:

• Pay Level-7: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400
• Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
• Pay Level-5: ₹29,200 to ₹92,300
• Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

Each pay level corresponds to different posts within Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’, offering varying salary ranges based on the post and associated responsibilities. If you want to know the post-wise salary structure, click here.

How to Apply

Following the steps to apply for the Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) exam ensures that the application process is smooth and error-free. This section provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to complete the application accurately.

• Applications must be submitted only in online mode at the new SSC Headquarters website: ssc.gov.in.
• All candidates who wish to apply in response to this notice and have not generated their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website ssc.gov.in will be required to do so, as the earlier OTR generated on the old website ssc.nic.in will not be functional on the new website.
• Once an OTR has been generated on the new website, it will remain valid for all future examinations applied for on this new website. After generating the OTR, candidates can proceed to fill out the application for the examination.

Part-I: One-Time Registration

• Read Instructions: Carefully read the Notice of Examination before filling out the registration form.
• Prepare Documents: Keep the following ready:
  • Mobile Number (for OTP verification)
  • Email ID (for OTP verification)
  • Aadhaar Number or one of these IDs: Voter ID, PAN, Passport, Driving License, School/College ID, Employer ID
  • Matriculation (10th) Examination details (Board, Roll Number, Year of Passing)
  • Disability Certificate Number (if applicable)
• Register:
  • Go to the SSC website
  • Click on ‘Register Now‘ in the ‘Login or Register’ section.
• Fill Registration Form:
  • Personal Details
  • Password Creation
  • Additional Details
  • Declaration
• Enter Critical Details Twice: For verification, you must enter key details (like Aadhaar Number, name, date of birth, etc.) twice.
• Enter Specific Information:
  • Aadhaar Number or another ID number
  • Name (as in Matriculation Certificate)
  • Gender
  • Date of Birth
  • Father’s and Mother’s Names (as in Matriculation Certificate)
  • Matriculation Exam Details (Board, Roll Number, Year of Passing)
  • Highest Educational Qualification
  • Mobile Number (for OTP verification)
  • Email ID (for OTP verification)
• Confirm Details: After saving your details, confirm your mobile number and email ID. Your Registration Number will be displayed, and sent to your mobile and email.
• Complete Registration: Complete the process within 14 days, or your saved details will be deleted.
• Login and Change Password: Use your Registration Number and auto-generated password to log in, then change your password.
• Review and Edit Details: Log in with your new password, review your basic details, and proceed to complete your One-time Registration.

Part-II: Online Application Form

• Login: Use your Registration Number and password to log in.
• Apply: Click ‘Apply’ under the ‘Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2024’ section in the ‘Latest Notifications’ tab.
• Autofilled Information: Basic information will be automatically filled from your One-time Registration Data and cannot be edited. To modify any details, click ‘Modify Registration’ on your dashboard.
• Educational Qualifications:
  • Indicate your highest educational qualification.
  • Indicate details of your qualifying educational qualification.
• Armed Forces Information: If you are serving or an ex-serviceman, fill in the required details. Wards of servicemen/ex-servicemen should select ‘No’.
• Age Relaxation: Select the appropriate age-relaxation category.
• Choose your preferred Examination Centers within the same region in order of preference.
• Disability and Scribe Details: Indicate if you have a benchmark disability (40% or more). If eligible for a scribe, provide information about the requirement.
• Post Specific Information: Indicate if you are applying for the post;
  • Junior Statistical Officer (MoSPI).
  • Junior Statistical Officer (MoSPI).
  • Statistical Investigator Grade II (RGI).
  • Statistical Investigator Grade II (RGI).
• Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph (without spectacles/cap) and your signature as specified. Ensure the images are clear.
• Review and Verify: Check all entered details, ensure compliance with photograph/signature instructions, and verify your information.
• Declaration: Complete the declaration by clicking the “I agree” checkbox and filling in the captcha code.
• Submit and Payment: Verify your application data and proceed. Make the fee payment if not exempted.
• Confirmation: Upon successful submission, your application will be accepted provisionally. Take a printout of the application form for submission to the Commission when called for and for your records.

By following these steps and adhering to the official notification guidelines, you’ll be well on your way to applying for the SSC CGL 2024 exam and taking the first step towards your dream government job.

Required Documents

The following documents are mandatory for online application submission:

Photograph:

• Live Capture:
  • No pre-existing photograph is needed.
  • The application module will capture your photograph while filling out the form.
• Find a place with good light and a plain background.
• Ensure the camera is at eye level.
• Position yourself directly in front of the camera and look straight ahead.
• Ensure your face is fully inside the red rectangular area, neither too close nor too far.
• Do not wear a cap, mask, or glasses/spectacles.

Signature:

• Signature must be scanned in JPEG format (10 to 20 KB).
• Image dimensions should be about 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height).
• Applications with illegible, blurred, or miniature signatures will be rejected.

These documents are essential for completing your application for the SSC CGL Recruitment 2024. Make sure to adhere to the specified formats and file size limits to ensure successful submission.