What are the special eligibility requirements for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)?

Candidates must have either a Bachelor's Degree in any subject with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level, OR a Bachelor's Degree with Statistics as one of the subjects in all three years of graduation.

Can final-year students apply for SSC CGL?

Yes, provided they acquire the essential educational qualification and can prove their result declaration on or before the crucial cut-off date specified in the official notification.

What are the age limits across different SSC CGL posts?

Age limits vary by post: 18 to 27 years (Auditors, Tax Assistants, Accountants), 20 to 30 years (ASO in CSS/IB), 18 to 30 years (Inspectors in CBIC/CBDT), and 18 to 32 years (Junior Statistical Officer).

Are physical fitness standards required for desk jobs in SSC CGL?

No. Physical standards apply exclusively to field inspector cadres: Inspector (Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer) in CBIC, Sub-Inspector in CBI, and Sub-Inspector in Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN).

What is the physical test requirement for Central Excise Inspector?

Male candidates must have a minimum height of 157.5 cm (with 5 cm expansion for chest) and pass a 1,600m walking test in 15 minutes and 8 km cycling in 30 minutes. Female candidates must have a minimum height of 152 cm (weight 48 kg) and pass 1 km walking in 20 minutes.

Is there any limit on the number of attempts for SSC CGL?

No. There is no restriction on the number of attempts for SSC CGL, provided the candidate satisfies the prescribed age limits and educational qualifications.

Does SSC provide age relaxation for Central Government employees?

Yes. Regular Central Government civilian employees with at least 3 years continuous service receive age relaxation up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST) for Group C posts.

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SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria: Qualification, Age Limit & Requirements

Authoritative post-by-post eligibility manual for SSC CGL. Explains graduation degree requirements, specialized post criteria for JSO and Statistical Investigator, age brackets (18-27, 20-30, 18-32), and physical standards.

By Yuva Result Career Research & Guidance Desk•Senior Government Career Strategist & Examination Analyst

Updated: 26 Sept 2026

YuvaResult Regulatory Guide • SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria

Unlike single-post recruitments, the SSC CGL notification covers dozens of distinct designations across various ministries. While the general academic requirement is a bachelor's degree, age brackets and technical criteria differ by post code.

1. Academic Qualifications: General vs Specialized Posts

For All General Posts (ASO, Inspectors, Auditors, Tax Assistants):

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent. No minimum percentage or specific stream is required. Degree obtained through distance education from UGC-DEB recognized universities is fully valid.

Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) – Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation:

Bachelor's Degree in any subject from a recognized University with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level; OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level.

Statistical Investigator Grade II (Registrar General of India):

Bachelor's Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the main subjects studied in all three years (or all six semesters) of the graduation course.

2. Post-Wise Age Limits & Brackets

Age Bracket	Representative Posts in SSC CGL
18 to 27 Years	Auditor (CAG/CGDA), Accountant, Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC), Upper Division Clerk
20 to 30 Years	Assistant Section Officer (CSS, IB, MEA, MoD), Sub-Inspector in CBI
18 to 30 Years	Inspector of Income Tax, Central Excise Inspector, Preventive Officer, Examiner, Assistant Enforcement Officer (ED), Sub-Inspector in NIA
18 to 32 Years	Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)

*Statutory age relaxation: +5 years for SC/ST, +3 years for OBC-NCL, +10 years for PwBD (UR).

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes. Any graduate possessing a Bachelor's degree in any discipline (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, B.Tech, BBA, BCA, MBBS) from a UGC-recognized university is eligible for all general administrative posts.

SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria: Qualification, Age Limit & Requirements

1. Academic Qualifications: General vs Specialized Posts

2. Post-Wise Age Limits & Brackets

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