The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Tier-II Answer Key for various posts under the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 Recruitment, which aims to fill 15,130 vacancies in different government departments.
Along with this, SSC has also started the Option-cum-Post Preference Online Form process for qualified candidates. The online submission of post preference began on 9 March 2026, and the last date to submit the form is 12 March 2026.
Candidates who appeared in the examination and are eligible for the next stage are advised to check all important details such as vacancy information, post preference options, instructions, and other important guidelines before submitting the form.
Applicants must carefully read the official notification and instructions to ensure they complete the post preference form correctly. Eligible candidates can submit their Option-cum-Post Preference Online Form through the official link before the closing date.
Department:Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Official Advertisement Number: – NA
Total Vacancies Available: 15130
SSC CGL 2025 Option-cum-Post Preference Posts Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
| All Category Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
| Payment Methods |
|---|
| Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 09 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 05 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 09 – 11 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Tier I Exam City Details | 03 September 2025 |
| Tier I Admit Card Release | 09 September 2025 |
| Tier I Examination Dates | 12 – 26 September 2025 |
| Tier I Re-Exam City Details | 05 October 2025 |
| Tier I Re-Exam Admit Card | 09 October 2025 |
| Tier I Re-Exam Date | 14 October 2025 |
| Tier I Answer Key Objection Window | 16 – 21 October 2025 (09:00 PM) |
| Tier I Result Declaration | 18 December 2025 |
| Tier I Final Answer Key / Marks | 09 January 2026 |
| Tier II Admit Card Release | 15 January 2026 |
| Tier II Examination Dates | 18 – 19 January 2026 |
| Post Preference Form Submission | 09 – 13 March 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | As Per Rules |
| Mode of Selection | Selection will be based on Tier-I and Tier-II Examination |
Candidates who wish to apply for the SSC CGL 2025 Option-cum-Post Preference Posts Recruitment 2026 can complete the online application process by following the simple steps given below:
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Visit the official recruitment portal of ssc.gov.in using a secure browser.
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Register yourself online by entering a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate login credentials.
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Log in and fill out the application form, entering personal details, educational qualifications, and trade preferences carefully.
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Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent photograph, signature, Aadhaar card, and graducation certificate as per the prescribed format.
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Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (debit card, credit card, or net banking).
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Review all details carefully, then submit the application form.
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Download or save the confirmation page and application receipt for future reference.
Some Important Links of SSC CGL 2025 Option-cum-Post Preference Posts Recruitment
| Important Links | Action |
|---|---|
| Online Post Preference Form | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Download Exam Pattern / Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |