{"id":25477041,"date":"2026-06-11T12:07:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T06:37:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25477041"},"modified":"2026-06-11T16:29:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T10:59:02","slug":"ssc-cgl-apply-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/","title":{"rendered":"SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online: Direct Link, Last Date, Step-by-Step Process &#038; Fee Payment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3aefc5f3db2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" 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href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Notification_PDF\" >SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Notification PDF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Mock_Question_Paper_PDF\" >SSC CGL 2026 Mock Question Paper PDF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Details\" >SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_Date\" >SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online Date\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#Who_Can_Apply_Online_for_SSC_CGL_2026_Recruitment\" >Who Can Apply Online for SSC CGL 2026 Recruitment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application_%E2%80%94_Complete_Step-by-Step_Process\" >SSC CGL 2026 Online Application \u2014 Complete Step-by-Step Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#Aadhaar-Based_Authentication_%E2%80%94_Why_You_Should_Use_It\" >Aadhaar-Based Authentication \u2014 Why You Should Use It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#Documents_Required_for_SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application\" >Documents Required for SSC CGL 2026 Online Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Direct_Link\" >SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Direct Link<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#How_to_Check_SSC_CGL_2026_Application_Status\" >How to Check SSC CGL 2026 Application Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Application_Form_Correction_%E2%80%94_Window_Details\" >SSC CGL 2026 Application Form Correction \u2014 Window Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#SSC_CGL_2026_Exam_Centres_%E2%80%94_How_to_Select_in_the_Application\" >SSC CGL 2026 Exam Centres \u2014 How to Select in the Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#Things_to_Do_After_Submitting_SSC_CGL_2026_Application\" >Things to Do After Submitting SSC CGL 2026 Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-apply-online\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_in_SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application\" >Common Mistakes to Avoid in SSC CGL 2026 Online Application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:344;89-432\"><strong>Apply Online for SSC CGL Recruitment 2026 now!<\/strong> SSC CGL 2026 Online Application has started from 21 May 2026. The Staff Selection Commission has officially opened the registration portal for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026. If you are a graduate aiming for a Central Government job in 2026, the application window is open right now and closes on 22 June 2026 (11:00 PM).<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:242;434-675\">This detailed guide covers the complete SSC CGL 2026 online application process \u2014 from registration to fee payment \u2014 along with important dates, required documents, photo\/signature guidelines, correction window, and common mistakes to avoid.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SSC-CGL-Exam.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SSC-CGL-Exam.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556386\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">SSC CGL syllabus PDF<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:242;434-675\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Notification_PDF\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Notification PDF<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The SSC CGL 2026 Notification PDF provides complete details regarding the online application process, including registration steps, required documents, application fee, photograph guidelines, correction window dates, and important instructions. Candidates should carefully read the notification before submitting their application to avoid errors and ensure successful registration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Notice_of_adv_cgl_2026.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Notice_of_adv_cgl_2026.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556386\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">SSC CGL nOTIFICATION PDF<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:242;434-675\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Mock_Question_Paper_PDF\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Mock Question Paper PDF<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table class=\"table\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"298\"><strong>SSC CGL Mock Test 2026 &#8211; Sample Question Paper<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"298\"><strong>Download Link<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"298\">SSC CGL Mock Exam 1<\/td>\n<td width=\"298\"><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Focus-CGL-2026-01.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Focus-CGL-2026-01.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556386\">\n<p><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"298\">SSC CGL Mock Exam 2<\/td>\n<td width=\"298\"><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Focus-CGL-2026-02.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Focus-CGL-2026-02.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556386\">\n<p><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:242;434-675\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Details\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Details<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-22:48;728-1274\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Particulars<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Application Mode<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online Only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Official Website<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Mobile App<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">mSSC App (Google Play Store)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Application Start Date<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21 May 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Last Date to Apply<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>22 June 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Last Date for Fee Payment<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">23 June 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Application Correction Window<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">29 June \u2013 1 July 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Application Fee (General\/OBC\/EWS Male)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9100\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Fee Exempted Categories<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Helpline Number<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"36:1-36:48;1797-1844\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_Date\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online Date\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"38:1-46:50;1846-2283\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Event<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Date &amp; Time<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Notification Released<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21 May 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online Application Opens<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21 May 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Last Date to Submit Application<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>22 June 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Last Date for Fee Payment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>23 June 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Application Form Correction Window<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">29 June 2026 to 1 July 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Tier-I Exam Date (Tentative)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">August\u2013September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Tier-II Exam Date (Tentative)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">December 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:35;2290-2324\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Apply_Online_for_SSC_CGL_2026_Recruitment\"><\/span><strong>Who Can Apply Online for SSC CGL 2026 Recruitment?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:95;2326-2420\">Before you begin the online application, confirm that you meet the basic eligibility criteria:<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-54:188;2422-2609\"><strong>Educational Qualification:<\/strong> A Bachelor&#8217;s Degree from any recognized University or Institute. Final year students can also apply, but the degree must be completed by 01 August 2026.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"56:1-56:38;2611-2648\"><strong>Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"57:1-60:51;2649-2935\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"57:1-57:108;2649-2756\">18\u201327 years for Pay Level 4 and Level 5 posts (Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, UDC, Postal Assistant)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"58:1-58:53;2757-2809\">18\u201330 years for most Pay Level 6 and Level 8 posts<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"59:1-59:75;2810-2884\">20\u201330 years for CSS, MEA, Railways, AFHQ ASO posts and Sub Inspector CBI<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-60:51;2885-2935\">18\u201332 years for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"62:1-62:148;2937-3084\"><strong>Nationality:<\/strong> Indian Citizen (or subject of Nepal\/Bhutan, or person of Indian origin from specified countries with permanent settlement intent).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"85:1-85:67;3939-4005\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application_%E2%80%94_Complete_Step-by-Step_Process\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Online Application \u2014 Complete Step-by-Step Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"87:1-87:43;4007-4049\"><strong>Step 1: Visit the Official SSC Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"89:1-89:108;4051-4158\">Go to <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a> on your desktop, laptop, or the mSSC mobile app. Do not use any other website.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"93:1-93:49;4165-4213\"><strong>Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"95:1-95:71;4215-4285\">This is a one-time process for first-time users on the new SSC portal.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"97:1-102:61;4287-4794\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"97:1-97:74;4287-4360\">Click on &#8220;New User? Register Here&#8221; or the OTR link on the homepage.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"98:1-98:101;4361-4461\">Enter your basic details: Name, Father&#8217;s Name, Mother&#8217;s Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Category.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"99:1-99:78;4462-4539\">Provide a valid mobile number and email ID \u2014 OTPs will be sent to both.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"100:1-100:159;4540-4698\">Enter your Aadhaar number (strongly recommended \u2014 it enables Aadhaar-based authentication and protects your application from photo\/signature rejection).<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"101:1-101:35;4699-4733\">Verify via OTP and complete OTR.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"102:1-102:61;4734-4794\">Note down your Registration ID and Password carefully.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"104:3-104:136;4798-4931\">Once OTR is created on ssc.gov.in, it remains valid for ALL future SSC exams on this portal. You do not need to register again.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"108:1-108:35;4938-4972\"><strong>Step 3: Log In to Your Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"110:1-112:35;4974-5115\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"110:1-110:50;4974-5023\">Go to <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a> and click &#8220;Login&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"111:1-111:57;5024-5080\">Enter your Registration ID \/ Roll Number and Password.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"112:1-112:35;5081-5115\">Complete the CAPTCHA and log in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"116:1-116:46;5122-5167\"><strong>Step 4: Click on &#8220;Apply&#8221; for SSC CGL 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"118:1-119:51;5169-5332\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"118:1-118:113;5169-5281\">In your dashboard, find the SSC CGL 2026 notification under the &#8220;Latest Notifications&#8221; or &#8220;Apply&#8221; section.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"119:1-119:51;5282-5332\">Click &#8220;Apply Now&#8221; against the CGL 2026 exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"123:1-123:51;5339-5389\"><strong>Step 5: Fill the SSC CGL 2026 Application Form<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"125:1-125:41;5391-5431\">Fill in the following details carefully:<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"127:1-127:22;5433-5454\"><strong>Personal Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"128:1-134:50;5455-5699\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"128:1-128:42;5455-5496\">Name (as per Matriculation certificate)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"129:1-129:42;5497-5538\">Date of Birth (as per 10th certificate)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"130:1-130:32;5539-5570\">Father&#8217;s Name \/ Mother&#8217;s Name<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"131:1-131:9;5571-5579\">Gender<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"132:1-132:14;5580-5593\">Nationality<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"133:1-133:56;5594-5649\">Category (General \/ OBC \/ SC \/ ST \/ EWS \/ PwBD \/ ESM)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"134:1-134:50;5650-5699\">Sub-category if applicable (for age relaxation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"136:1-136:21;5701-5721\"><strong>Contact Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"137:1-139:11;5722-5857\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"137:1-137:49;5722-5770\">Correspondence address (permanent and present)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"138:1-138:76;5771-5846\">Mobile number (must be active \u2014 admit card and updates will be sent here)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"139:1-139:11;5847-5857\">Email ID<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"141:1-141:31;5859-5889\"><strong>Educational Qualification:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"142:1-143:38;5890-6004\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"142:1-142:77;5890-5966\">Graduation details \u2014 University\/Institute name, pass year, percentage\/CGPA<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"143:1-143:38;5967-6004\">Select &#8220;Appearing&#8221; if in final year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"145:1-145:25;6006-6030\"><strong>Examination Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"146:1-147:85;6031-6194\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"146:1-146:79;6031-6109\">Select preferred <strong>Exam Centre(s)<\/strong> \u2014 up to 3 choices in order of preference<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"147:1-147:85;6110-6194\">Select post preferences (to be submitted at a later stage as per SSC instructions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"149:1-149:27;6196-6222\"><strong>Category-wise Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"150:1-151:74;6223-6362\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"150:1-150:66;6223-6288\">If claiming SC\/ST\/OBC\/EWS\/ESM\/PwBD, provide certificate details<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"151:1-151:74;6289-6362\">For OBC: Confirm non-creamy layer status for the current financial year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"155:1-155:41;6369-6409\"><strong>Step 6: Capture Your Live Photograph<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"157:1-157:96;6411-6506\">This is a unique feature of the new SSC portal \u2014 no pre-existing photograph upload is required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"159:1-159:41;6508-6548\">When prompted by the application module:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"160:1-164:69;6549-6830\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"160:1-160:52;6549-6600\">Sit or stand in front of your device&#8217;s camera<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"161:1-161:54;6601-6654\">Ensure good lighting and a plain background<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"162:1-162:35;6655-6689\">Keep the camera at eye level<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"163:1-163:72;6690-6761\">Face the camera directly \u2014 no cap, no mask, no glasses\/spectacles<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"164:1-164:69;6762-6830\">Make sure your entire face is clearly visible within the frame<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"166:3-166:143;6834-6974\">Do NOT capture a photo of your existing photograph. Applications where candidates upload a photo-of-photo will be summarily rejected.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"168:3-168:113;6978-7088\">Candidates who opt for Aadhaar-Based Authentication will NOT face rejection due to photo quality issues.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"172:1-172:37;7095-7131\"><strong>Step 7: Upload Scanned Signature<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"174:1-178:67;7133-7404\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"174:1-174:35;7133-7167\">File format: JPEG \/ JPG only<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"175:1-175:32;7168-7199\">File size: 10 KB to 20 KB<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"176:1-176:51;7200-7250\">Dimensions: 6.0 cm (width) \u00d7 2.0 cm (height)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"177:1-177:87;7251-7337\">The signature must be your own handwritten signature on white paper, scanned clearly<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"178:1-178:67;7338-7404\">Blurred or miniature signatures will cause summary rejection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"180:3-180:89;7408-7494\">Aadhaar-authenticated candidates are exempt from signature rejection issues as well.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"184:1-184:64;7501-7564\"><strong>Step 8: PwBD\/PwD Candidates \u2014 Upload Disability Certificate<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"186:1-186:200;7566-7765\">If you are a PwBD\/PwD candidate wishing to avail reservation or scribe benefits, upload your Certificate of Disability (as per the prescribed annexure format from the notification) at this stage.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"190:1-190:47;7772-7818\"><strong>Step 9: Preview and Verify the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"192:1-192:25;7820-7844\">Before final submission:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"193:1-196:106;7845-8194\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"193:1-193:68;7845-7912\">Click &#8220;Preview \/ Print&#8221; to review every field you have filled<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"194:1-194:104;7913-8016\">Verify your Name, Date of Birth, Category, Exam Centre choices, and Educational Qualification details<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"195:1-195:72;8017-8088\">Check that the photograph is clear and signature meets specifications<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"196:1-196:106;8089-8194\">Correct any errors at this stage itself \u2014 it is much cheaper than using the correction window later<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"200:1-200:36;8201-8236\"><strong>Step 10: Submit the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"202:1-203:46;8238-8343\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"202:1-202:60;8238-8297\">Once satisfied with all details, click &#8220;Final Submit&#8221;<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"203:1-203:46;8298-8343\">After submission, the application is locked<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"207:1-207:37;8350-8386\"><strong>Step 11: Pay the Application Fee<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"209:1-209:26;8388-8413\"><strong>Who needs to pay fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"211:1-220:38;8415-8668\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Category<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Fee<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">General (Male)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9100\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">OBC (Male)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9100\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">EWS (Male)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9100\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">SC<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b90 (Exempted)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">ST<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b90 (Exempted)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">PwBD<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b90 (Exempted)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Ex-Servicemen (ESM)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b90 (Exempted)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>All Women<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>\u20b90 (Exempted)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"222:1-222:45;8670-8714\"><strong>How to pay SSC CGL 2026 application fee:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"223:1-225:49;8715-8788\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"223:1-223:11;8715-8725\">BHIM UPI<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"224:1-224:14;8726-8739\">Net Banking<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"225:1-225:49;8740-8788\">Visa \/ Mastercard \/ Maestro \/ RuPay Debit Card<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"227:1-227:50;8790-8839\"><strong>Fee payment deadline: 23 June 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"229:3-229:171;8843-9011\">If fee is not paid, the application status will show as &#8220;Incomplete&#8221; and will be summarily rejected. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"231:3-231:129;9015-9141\">After payment, check the &#8220;Payment Status&#8221; link on your login dashboard to confirm that the fee has been received by SSC.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"235:1-235:52;9148-9199\"><strong>Step 12: Download and Save the Application Form<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"237:1-240:86;9201-9520\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"237:1-237:100;9201-9300\">After successful submission and fee payment, download a PDF printout of your application form<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"238:1-238:48;9301-9348\">Save it to your device and\/or take a printout<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"239:1-239:86;9349-9434\">Keep the application form safely for at least 3 years as per DoP&amp;T instructions<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"240:1-240:86;9435-9520\">The printout will also contain your Application Reference Number \u2014 note it down<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"292:1-292:56;11585-11640\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aadhaar-Based_Authentication_%E2%80%94_Why_You_Should_Use_It\"><\/span><strong>Aadhaar-Based Authentication \u2014 Why You Should Use It<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"294:1-294:106;11642-11747\">SSC strongly recommends enabling Aadhaar-Based Authentication during OTR. Here&#8217;s why it benefits you:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"296:1-299:78;11749-12165\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"296:1-296:150;11749-11898\">Your application will not be rejected due to photograph quality issues (even if the live photo is slightly blurry or has minor lighting issues)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"297:1-297:76;11899-11974\">Your application will not be rejected due to signature quality issues<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"298:1-298:113;11975-12087\">You will not need to carry photo ID proof to the exam centre at the time of the Computer Based Examination<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"299:1-299:78;12088-12165\">You will not need to carry a recent colour photograph to the exam venue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"301:1-301:86;12167-12252\">This makes the entire process smoother and reduces the risk of application rejection.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-66:58;3091-3148\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application\"><\/span><strong>Documents Required for SSC CGL 2026 Online Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"68:1-68:75;3150-3224\">Keep these ready before you begin filling the form to avoid interruptions:<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"70:1-70:38;3226-3263\"><strong>Mandatory for Registration (OTR):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"71:1-73:64;3264-3413\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"71:1-71:45;3264-3308\">Valid mobile number (for OTP verification)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"72:1-72:41;3309-3349\">Active email ID (for OTP verification)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"73:1-73:64;3350-3413\">Aadhaar number (recommended for Aadhaar-based authentication)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"75:1-75:38;3415-3452\"><strong>For Filling the Application Form:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-79:120;3453-3721\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-76:53;3453-3505\">10th\/Matriculation certificate (for date of birth)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"77:1-77:38;3506-3543\">Graduation degree\/marksheet details<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"78:1-78:58;3544-3601\">Category certificate number (if SC\/ST\/OBC\/EWS\/PwBD\/ESM)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"79:1-79:120;3602-3721\">Scanned signature in JPEG\/JPG format \u2014 10 to 20 KB, dimensions approximately 6.0 cm (width) \u00d7 2.0 cm (height)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"81:1-81:210;3723-3932\">For Photo: You do NOT need to upload a pre-existing photograph. The application module captures your photograph live via camera at the time of filling the form. Keep a clean, well-lit background ready.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"26:1-26:43;1281-1323\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Apply_Online_%E2%80%94_Direct_Link\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online \u2014 Direct Link<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:77;1325-1401\">Apply online at the official SSC website only: <strong><a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"30:3-30:278;1405-1680\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> Do NOT apply on the old website (<a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.nic.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.nic.in<\/a>). The old website is no longer active for new applications. Your earlier OTR (One-Time Registration) generated on ssc.nic.in is also NOT valid on the new website. You must create a fresh OTR on ssc.gov.in.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"32:1-32:109;1682-1790\">You can also apply through the mSSC mobile application, available for download on the Google Play Store.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"266:1-266:48;10712-10759\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_SSC_CGL_2026_Application_Status\"><\/span><strong>How to Check SSC CGL 2026 Application Status<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"268:1-271:120;10761-11015\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"268:1-268:28;10761-10788\">Visit <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"269:1-269:49;10789-10837\">Log in with your Registration ID and Password<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"270:1-270:58;10838-10895\">Go to &#8220;My Application&#8221; or &#8220;Application Status&#8221;<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"271:1-271:120;10896-11015\">Check whether status shows &#8220;Complete&#8221; (fee received) or &#8220;Incomplete&#8221; (fee not received \/ form not submitted)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"244:1-244:61;9527-9587\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Application_Form_Correction_%E2%80%94_Window_Details\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Application Form Correction \u2014 Window Details<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"246:1-246:109;9589-9697\">Made a mistake in your application? SSC provides a 3-day correction window after the application closes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"248:1-253:60;9699-9967\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Correction Window<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">29 June 2026 to 1 July 2026 (11:00 PM)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Number of corrections allowed<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Maximum 2 times<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Correction charge (1st time)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9200\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Correction charge (2nd time)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9500\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Payment mode<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online only (UPI\/Net Banking\/Debit Card)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"255:1-255:43;9969-10011\"><strong>Key rules about the correction window:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Correction is allowed only if you have already submitted a complete application and paid the fee before 22 June 2026.<\/li>\n<li>The latest corrected application is treated as final \u2014 all previous versions are cancelled.<\/li>\n<li>If correction charges are not paid, the correction does not go through and the previous application remains valid.<\/li>\n<li>After the correction window closes on 1 July 2026, no change will be allowed under any circumstances \u2014 not by post, fax, email, or in person.<\/li>\n<li>Correction charges are applicable to all candidates regardless of category or gender.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Double-check everything during Step 9 (Preview) to avoid paying \u20b9200\u2013\u20b9500 for corrections later.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"273:1-273:136;11017-11152\">If status shows &#8220;Incomplete&#8221; even after fee payment, check the &#8220;Payment Status&#8221; link. Allow 24\u201348 hours for payment reconciliation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"305:1-305:64;12259-12322\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_2026_Exam_Centres_%E2%80%94_How_to_Select_in_the_Application\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL 2026 Exam Centres \u2014 How to Select in the Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"307:1-307:141;12324-12464\">During the application form, you must choose your preferred exam centre(s). The exam is conducted across India through SSC Regional Offices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"309:1-309:34;12466-12499\"><strong>Major Exam Centres by Region:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"311:1-320:61;12501-13094\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Region<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Major Centres<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Central (UP &amp; Bihar)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Patna, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Varanasi, Agra, Meerut, Gorakhpur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Eastern<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Ranchi, Gangtok, Siliguri, Cuttack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Karnataka-Kerala<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Bengaluru, Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Mysuru, Mangaluru<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">MP &amp; Chhattisgarh<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Raipur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">North Eastern<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Guwahati, Shillong, Agartala, Imphal, Kohima<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Northern<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Delhi, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Shimla, Jaipur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Western<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Panaji<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Southern<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Chennai, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"322:3-322:136;13098-13231\">Choose centres closest to your home city. The Commission does not guarantee your preferred centre, but tries to allocate accordingly.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"396:1-396:58;16807-16864\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do_After_Submitting_SSC_CGL_2026_Application\"><\/span><strong>Things to Do After Submitting SSC CGL 2026 Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"398:1-403:149;16866-17570\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"398:1-398:107;16866-16972\"><strong>Confirm Application Status:<\/strong> Log in and verify that your status shows &#8220;Complete&#8221; \u2014 not &#8220;Incomplete&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"399:1-399:91;16973-17063\"><strong>Save the Application Form PDF:<\/strong> Keep it in a secure folder and also take a printout.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"400:1-400:87;17064-17150\"><strong>Note your Registration Number:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll need it throughout the selection process.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"401:1-401:136;17151-17286\"><strong>Start Tier-I Preparation Immediately:<\/strong> The exam is tentatively in August\u2013September 2026. That gives you approximately 2\u20133 months.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"402:1-402:135;17287-17421\"><strong>Keep checking ssc.gov.in:<\/strong> Admit cards, answer keys, results, and all communications are published on the official website only.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"403:1-403:149;17422-17570\"><strong>Bookmark the official website:<\/strong> ssc.gov.in is the only authentic source \u2014 do not rely on unofficial websites or WhatsApp forwards for updates.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"326:1-326:63;13238-13300\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_in_SSC_CGL_2026_Online_Application\"><\/span><strong>Common Mistakes to Avoid in SSC CGL 2026 Online Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"328:1-328:76;13302-13377\">These are the most common errors candidates make \u2014 avoid them at all costs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"330:1-330:115;13379-13493\"><strong>Using the old SSC website (ssc.nic.in):<\/strong> Applications cannot be submitted there. Use only <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ssc.gov.in<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"332:1-332:103;13495-13597\"><strong>Applying with old OTR from ssc.nic.in:<\/strong> Old OTR is invalid on the new portal. Create a fresh OTR.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"334:1-334:130;13599-13728\"><strong>Entering wrong Date of Birth:<\/strong> DOB once submitted is extremely difficult to change. Verify it against your 10th certificate.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"336:1-336:124;13730-13853\"><strong>Selecting wrong category:<\/strong> Claiming SC\/ST\/OBC\/EWS wrongly can get your candidature cancelled at document verification.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"338:1-338:110;13855-13964\"><strong>Capturing a photo of your existing photo:<\/strong> This is explicitly prohibited and leads to summary rejection.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"340:1-340:92;13966-14057\"><strong>Uploading oversized or undersized signature:<\/strong> Keep it between 10\u201320 KB in JPEG format.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"342:1-342:155;14059-14213\"><strong>Not paying the fee on time:<\/strong> The fee deadline is <strong>23 June 2026<\/strong>, one day after the application deadline. Missing it results in automatic rejection.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"344:1-344:123;14215-14337\"><strong>Not saving the application form:<\/strong> Always download and save a copy of your submitted application for future reference.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"346:1-346:135;14339-14473\"><strong>Waiting till the last day to apply:<\/strong> SSC websites experience heavy traffic near deadlines. Apply early to avoid technical issues.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"348:1-348:102;14475-14576\"><strong>Selecting wrong exam centre:<\/strong> Choose a centre you can actually travel to during the exam period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"214\" \/>\n<col width=\"246\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;SSC CGL Information&quot;}\"><strong>SSC CGL Information<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;SSC CGL Syllabus&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-syllabus-and-exam-pattern\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ssc-cgl-notification\/\">SSC CGL Notification<\/a><\/td>\n<td 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