SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam 2025 Begins From September 12: Check the Key Details Here

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official schedule for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-I Exam 2025. The exam will be held in computer-based mode from 12 September to 26 September 2025 across India. The specific dates are as follows: September 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26, 2025.

This year, SSC has announced 14,582 vacancies in different Group B and C posts. For the announced vacancy, this year, approximately 28 lakh candidates have registered for the SSC CGL exam, making it one of the largest competitive examinations conducted in the country.

Note:- that candidates who have registered for the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam will be assigned exam centres within a 100-kilometre radius of their selected locations.

City Intimation Slip and Admit Cards

The city slip for the exam is now available on the official website ssc.gov.in. Students can log in with their credentials and check their exam city and date.

The admit cards will be released 2–3 days before the exam. Students must keep checking the SSC site regularly for updates.

SSC CGL Tier-I 2025: Important Details

Why It Matters for Students

SSC Chairman S. Gopalakrishnan said the reforms are to ensure equal opportunity for all students. The new rules will help avoid unfair comparisons and make the process transparent. For many aspirants, SSC CGL is one of the most important exams, as it opens the door to jobs in top government departments like CBI, CBDT, Intelligence, Customs, and Ministries.

With nearly 20 lakh applications this year, the competition will be tough, but students can feel relieved that the exam process will now be fairer and student-friendly.