The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the final SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates. This article provides a concise overview of the revis
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the final SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates. This article provides a concise overview of the revised schedule, key deadlines, and major reforms, including the new single-shift format and localized exam centers.
Official SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has confirmed the final Tier 1 exam dates as September 12 to 26, 2025. This is a revised schedule from the initially planned August 13 to 30, 2025 dates due to prior technical issues. The computer-based test will be held daily during this 15-day period. The SSC CGL 2025 schedule includes 14,582 vacancies for various Group B and C posts.
Key Dates at a Glance: A Complete SSC CGL 2025 Timetable
| Event | Tentative Dates | Official & Final Dates | Source |
| SSC CGL 2025 Notification Release Date | June 9, 2025 | June 9, 2025 | |
| Online Application Start Date | June 9, 2025 | June 9, 2025 | |
| Online Application Last Date | July 4, 2025 | July 4, 2025 | |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | July 5, 2025 | July 5, 2025 | |
| Application Form Correction Window | July 9-11, 2025 | July 9-11, 2025 | |
| SSC CGL Tier 1 City Intimation Slip Release | September 3, 2025 | September 3, 2025 | |
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card Release | N/A | Tentatively 2-4 days before your exam date | |
| SSC CGL 2025 Exam Dates Tier 1 | August 13-30, 2025 | September 12-26, 2025 |
Major Reforms for SSC CGL 2025 Schedule
The SSC has introduced major reforms to improve transparency and convenience for aspirants. The Tier 1 exam will now be conducted in a single shift nationwide, eliminating the need for score normalization and ensuring a level playing field. Additionally, exam centers will be allotted within a 100 km radius of the candidate’s address to reduce travel burden and stress.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The Tier 1 exam is a qualifying computer-based test (CBT) with 100 objective-type, multiple-choice questions. The exam is worth 200 marks and has a duration of 60 minutes. There is a negative marking of 0.50 for each incorrect answer. The syllabus remains the same, covering four main sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
Subjects & Marks
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks per Section | Total Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 200 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | – | 200 |
| Duration | – | – | 60 Minutes |
Admit Card & City Intimation
Candidates can check their exam city and shift timing via the City Intimation Slip released on September 3, 2025. The official admit card will be available 2-4 days before a candidate’s exam date. Both can be accessed from the official SSC website ( ssc.gov.in) by logging in with registration details.
Last-Minute Preparation Tips
- Take mock tests and analyze your performance to find weak areas.
- Revise high-yield topics and review your notes and formulas.
- Get your documents, including your admit card and photo ID, ready in advance.
- Plan your travel to the exam center to avoid last-minute stress.
The release of the official SSC CGL 2025 exam dates and key reforms, such as single-shift exams and local centers, provides a clear and fair path for aspirants. With the schedule now final, candidates can intensify their preparation. For all future updates, aspirants should regularly visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in).
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