SSC CGL Tier 1: Recruitment for 12,256 SSC CGL posts; admit cards for Tier 1 exam released..

Here is an important update for candidates appearing for the SSC CGL Tier 1 examination in 2026. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has begun releasing admit cards for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 exam. The release process commenced on September 27, 2026; instead of releasing them for all candidates simultaneously, the admit cards are being made available in phases based on the exam dates. Admit cards have already been issued for candidates scheduled to take the exam on September 30 and October 1, 2026. For candidates with exams on later dates, admit cards will be released closer to their respective exam dates. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, using their registration credentials.

**Exams on September 30 and October 1**
SSC CGL Tier 1 admit cards are being released in a phased manner. Admit cards for candidates taking the exam on September 30, 2026, were released on September 27, while those for the October 1, 2026 exam were released on September 28. Admit cards for candidates appearing for the exam on October 3, 2026, are expected to be released on September 30. Subsequently, admit cards for the remaining exams scheduled for October will also be issued prior to the respective exam dates. The SSC generally schedules the release of admission certificates (admit cards) approximately two to three days before the candidate's exam date; therefore, candidates scheduled for later dates should continue to check the SSC portal according to their specific exam dates.

**Tier 1 Exam to be held from September 30 to October 30**
The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination 2026 will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026. The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. This recruitment drive aims to fill 12,256 tentative Group B and Group C vacancies across various Central Government departments, ministries, and organizations. Therefore, it is essential for candidates to download their admit cards in a timely manner. The admit card will contain crucial details regarding the examination center and the assigned shift.

How to download the SSC CGL Admit Card 2026:
To download the SSC CGL Tier 1 admit card, candidates must first visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in. Next, navigate to the 'Candidate Login' section. Candidates will then need to enter their login credentials; login can be performed using either the registration number (or username) and password. Upon logging in, candidates will see a link related to the SSC CGL Tier 1 examination. Click on this link to access and open the admit card. The admit card will provide important information such as the exam date, shift, reporting time, and examination center. After downloading the admit card, candidates must ensure they take a clear printout of it. Candidates are required to carry the admit card along with other necessary documents to the examination venue.

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