🌟 SSC CGL 2025: Everything You Need to Know (Simple Guide)

If you are dreaming of a government job in India, SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission - Combined Graduate Level Exam) is one of the most popular exams. Every year, lakhs of students apply to get jobs in different ministries and government departments.

In this blog, we will answer all the important questions students ask about SSC CGL 2025 in easy and clear language.

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📅 Important Dates (SSC CGL 2025)

Event	Date
Notification Released	June 9, 2025
Application Starts	June 9, 2025
Last Date to Apply	July 4, 2025
Fee Payment Last Date	July 5, 2025
Correction Window	July 9 to July 11, 2025
Tier 1 Exam Dates	August 13 to August 30, 2025

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📝 How to Fill SSC CGL Form?

1. Register on the SSC website (https://ssc.nic.in/).

2. Fill in your basic details, upload photo and signature.

3. Choose exam centres.

4. Pay the fee (₹100 for General/OBC. Free for SC/ST/Women).

5. Submit the form before the deadline.

6. If you make any mistakes, use the correction window from July 9–11.

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📊 How Many Vacancies in SSC CGL 2025?

• Total posts: 14,582+

• Jobs in departments like Income Tax, CBI, Ministry of Railways, Excise, Customs, Audit, etc.

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✅ Who Can Apply?

• Education: Graduate in any stream (like B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech etc.)

• Age limit: Usually 18–32 years (varies by post)

• Age relaxation is given for SC/ST/OBC/PH categories.

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📘 SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Syllabus

✏️ Tier 1 – Prelims (Objective Type)

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
English Comprehension	25	50
Total	100	200

• Time: 60 minutes

• Negative marking: –0.5 mark per wrong answer

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🧠 Tier 2 – Mains (CBT)

• Paper 1: Quantitative + Reasoning + English + GK + Computer

• Paper 2 & 3: For special posts (like JSO or Audit Officer)

• Includes typing tests for certain roles

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👥 How Many People Apply & Appear?

• Around 36 to 40 lakh students fill the form every year.

• Around 15 to 20 lakh actually appear for Tier 1.

• Only top students qualify Tier 1 and reach Tier 2.

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📚 How to Prepare?

1. Start early – at least 5–6 months in advance

2. Use good books:

   • Quant: R.S. Aggarwal, Fast Track

   • English: Wren & Martin, Mirror of Common Errors

   • GK: Lucent, daily current affairs

   • Reasoning: R.S. Aggarwal

3. Practice mocks regularly

4. Solve previous year papers

5. Work on speed & accuracy

6. Watch YouTube channels or take online coaching if needed

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🤔 Common Student Questions

Question	Answer
Can I edit my form?	Yes, from July 9 to 11
How much is the fee?	₹100 for General/OBC, Free for SC/ST/Women
Is there negative marking?	Yes, –0.5 marks in Tier 1
Can final year students apply?	Yes, if they get degree before document verification
Is coaching necessary?	No, but it helps. Many students crack it by self-study

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🧭 Final Tips

• Be consistent and don’t waste time

• Practice daily

• Focus on accuracy, not just speed

• Revise your basics again and again

• Don’t forget current affairs (last 6–8 months)

• Stay healthy and sleep well before exam

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📌 Conclusion

SSC CGL 2025 is a great opportunity to get a secure and respected government job. The competition is high, but with the right preparation and smart strategy, you can crack it.

If you start today and follow a daily study plan, you’ll be much ahead of others.