Official Examination Notice & Schedule
Staff Selection Commission has activated the regional portal links for downloading the Admission Certificate (e-Admit Card) for Combined Graduate Level Examination (Tier-1) 2026. The examination is conducted in multiple daily computer-based test shifts across nationwide designated centers. Gates close strictly 30 minutes before shift commencement.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Download Admit Card
Follow the official commission portal procedure below to download your electronic admission certificate:
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in and click "Admit Card" on the top header navigation.
- Choose your regional network (NR Delhi, CR Prayagraj, ER Kolkata, WR Mumbai, SR Chennai, KKR Bengaluru, MPR Raipur, NWR Chandigarh, NER Guwahati).
- Click on "Download e-Admission Certificate for CGL Tier-1 2026".
- Enter Registration Number and Date of Birth or Candidate Name and Father Name.
- Review exam date, allotted venue address, shift time, and gate closure hour before printing.
Exam Shift Timings & Strict Gate Closure Protocol
Entry gates are sealed permanently 30 to 45 minutes prior to test commencement. Late entry is strictly prohibited under all circumstances:
| Shift Number | Reporting Window | Gate Closure (Strict) | Test Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 07:45 AM – 08:30 AM | 08:30 AM Sharp | 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM Sharp | 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM / 02:30 PM |
| Shift 3 (Evening) | 02:45 PM – 03:30 PM | 03:30 PM Sharp | 04:00 PM – 05:00 PM / 06:00 PM |
Mandatory Particulars to Verify on the Printed Hall Ticket
Check each of the following fields immediately upon download. Discrepancies must be reported to the commission facilitation counter before test day:
- ✓ Candidate Full Name and Roll Number matching original 10th certificate
- ✓ Examination Date and Shift Timings (Shift 1: 09:00 AM, Shift 2: 12:30 PM, Shift 3: 04:00 PM)
- ✓ Exact Reporting Time and strict Gate Closure Time (no entry 1 minute past closure)
- ✓ Examination Venue Name, Center Code, and Complete Street Address with Landmark
- ✓ Candidate Photograph, Signature, and Category (UR/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD)
Permitted vs. Prohibited Items Inside Testing Venue
- Printed copy of SSC CGL Tier-1 Admission Certificate hardcopy
- Original valid Government Photo ID with complete Date of Birth (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving License, Passport, or PAN)
- Two recent identical passport-size colour photographs matching application upload
- Original 10th Matriculation Marksheet if Government Photo ID lacks exact DD/MM/YYYY
- Simple transparent ballpoint pen with blue or black ink
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, digital bands, Bluetooth earphones, electronic calculators
- Wallets, handbags, belts with large metallic buckles, metallic jewellery, hairpins with metal clasp
- Notebooks, textbooks, rough paper sheets, geometry boxes, pencil pouches
Examination Pattern, Sectional Weightage & Negative Marking
Structure of the question paper, mark distribution, and deduction rules governing this test cycle:
| Subject / Test Module | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Marks per incorrect answer |
| General Awareness (Current Affairs, Science, Polity) | 25 | 50 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Marks per incorrect answer |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Arithmetic & Advanced Math) | 25 | 50 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Marks per incorrect answer |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Marks per incorrect answer |
Previous Cycle Qualifying Cut-Off Benchmarks
Historical normalized qualifying marks across reservation categories to gauge target scores and safe attempt targets:
| Cycle / Exam Stage | General (UR) | OBC-NCL | EWS | SC | ST | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tier-1 Normalized (General Posts List-3) | 153.48 | 152.12 | 148.95 | 136.20 | 125.60 | 200 |
| 2023 Tier-1 Normalized (General Posts List-3) | 150.04 | 145.93 | 143.44 | 126.68 | 118.16 | 200 |
| 2022 Tier-1 Normalized (General Posts List-3) | 114.27 | 114.27 | 102.35 | 89.08 | 77.56 | 200 |
Official Examination Syllabus & Section-Wise Topics
Curated subject topics based on official recruitment notifications and past pattern distribution:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Marks / 25 Qs): Analogies, series, syllogism, non-verbal matrices
- General Awareness (50 Marks / 25 Qs): Indian history, polity, geography, general science, economic survey
- Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks / 25 Qs): Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry
- English Comprehension (50 Marks / 25 Qs): Grammar error spotting, idioms, synonyms, cloze passage
Exam-Day Preparation Strategy & Final Revision Drills
Expert guidelines curated by GovIndiaNews editorial board to maximize accuracy and minimize negative marking penalties:
Print at least two clear copies of your e-Admit Card on clean A4 paper well in advance; do not wait until the exam morning.
Locate your exact examination center on Google Maps one day prior to avoid last-minute transit delays or wrong center confusion.
Carry strictly the original valid government photo ID card matching the exact name and DOB on your registration form.
Adhere strictly to the gate closure schedule: entry gates close permanently 30 to 45 minutes prior to test commencement.
Carry two passport photographs matching the application form for emergency verification at the facilitation counter.
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Post-Examination Roadmap & Milestone Timeline
Typical sequence of commission milestones following conclusion of the examination:
What to Do If Download Fails or Particulars Are Incorrect
If the regional website is unresponsive due to high traffic, clear browser cookies or switch to private browsing mode. If your application status was marked "Accepted" but the admit card is not available 4 days prior to exam, email your SSC Regional Director with your application registration number, fee transaction reference, and identity proof.
For photograph or signature printing discrepancies: Carry 2 original passport photos matching your application along with valid government photo ID to the examination center superintendent prior to the shift reporting time.
Frequently Asked Questions (Staff Selection Commission (SSC))
When can candidates download their printable SSC CGL Tier-1 Admit Card?
Application status is published 14 days prior to exam, city intimation is released 10 days prior, and the final printable Admission Certificate specifying the exact test lab and center address becomes downloadable exactly 4 days before your specific exam date.
What happens if my Photo ID has only the year of birth printed on it?
If your official photo identity card (e.g. Aadhaar or Voter ID) displays only the birth year rather than the full Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY), you MUST carry your original 10th Matriculation certificate or Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth; otherwise exam entry is strictly prohibited.
Are Tier-1 marks added to the final merit score?
No. Tier-1 is purely a qualifying examination to filter candidates for Tier-2. Final merit ranking and post allotment for all Group B and Group C posts are calculated solely on Tier-2 marks.
What are the daily shift timings for SSC CGL Tier-1 examination?
Shift 1: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (Reporting 07:45 AM, Gate Closure 08:30 AM); Shift 2: 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM (Reporting 11:15 AM, Gate Closure 12:00 PM); Shift 3: 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM (Reporting 02:45 PM, Gate Closure 03:30 PM).
Official Links & Primary Sources
Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Verified Portal: https://ssc.gov.in
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