The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the tentative vacancy list for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025, marking a significant milestone in this year
s recruitment process. Scheduled to fill 14,582 Group B and C posts across various government departments and ministries, this announcement sets the stage for thousands of aspirants eagerly awaiting their chance to secure a coveted government position.
According to the official notice published on August 1, 2025, the SSC CGL 2025 recruitment drive includes a total of 14,582 vacancies. These are spread across multiple ministries and constitutional bodies, with a reservation breakdown that ensures representation from diverse categories. Specifically, 6,183 vacancies are reserved for the Unreserved (UR) category, 2,167 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 1,088 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3,721 for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 1,423 for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). This distribution demonstrates SSC
s commitment to inclusive recruitment, although the list does not specify state or zone-wise vacancies.
The vacancy list is tentative and subject to revision after final results are declared. Candidates had until July 5, 2025, to pay their application fees, and a correction window was available from July 9 to July 11, giving applicants a chance to amend any errors in their submissions. The SSC
s official website, ssc.gov.in, hosts the detailed vacancy list, allowing candidates to download and review the specifics for each post.
The SSC CGL Tier-I examination is slated to take place from August 13 to August 30, 2025. Conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format, this first stage consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions covering four key subjects: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section contains 25 questions worth 50 marks, and the questions will be presented in both English and Hindi, except for the English Comprehension paper. A negative marking scheme deducts 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer, emphasizing accuracy alongside speed.
Following Tier-I, the Tier-II examination is planned for December 2025, also in CBT mode. This progression ensures a comprehensive evaluation of candidates
s abilities across multiple stages.
Pay scales for those selected vary according to the post, ranging from Pay Level-4 through Pay Level-7. Salaries start at Rs 25,500 and can go up to Rs 1,42,400, reflecting the diversity of roles and responsibilities within the government structure. The final allocation of posts will depend on merit and the preferences indicated by candidates, with no option to change posts once allotted, especially if specific physical, medical, or educational criteria are unmet.
The vacancy list highlights positions in key departments such as the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) under the Ministry of Finance, the Employees
Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the Enforcement Directorate, the Ministry of External Affairs, the Intelligence Bureau, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and others. For example, the CBIC alone offers over 1,700 vacancies for various inspector roles, including Central Excise and Preventive Officer posts, while the Intelligence Bureau has nearly 200 Assistant Section Officer vacancies.
Comparing these numbers to previous years reveals fluctuations in recruitment needs. In 2024, SSC had released 18,174 vacancies; in 2023, 8,415; and in 2022, a peak of 37,409 openings. These changes reflect the evolving demands of government staffing and budgetary considerations.
However, not all news surrounding SSC has been smooth. As of August 2, 2025, protests have erupted across several cities, including Delhi, over the alleged mismanagement of the SSC Selection Post Phase 13 recruitment exam. Students and educators have staged sit-ins outside the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), demanding accountability and reforms. The grievances include frequent cancellations of exams, delayed admit card releases sometimes mere days before exams, errors in exam center allotments (such as a Jaipur-based student being assigned a center in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands), and technical glitches including system crashes and unresponsive equipment. There have also been serious allegations of misconduct by staff and security personnel at certain centers.
These protests underscore the challenges faced by large-scale recruitment bodies like SSC in managing logistics and maintaining transparency. The aspirants
demands for corrective action and improved planning reflect a broader call for modernization and efficiency in government examination processes.
For candidates preparing for the SSC CGL 2025 exam, the stakes are high. The Tier-I exam will test a broad range of skills, and with negative marking in place, precision is crucial. The SSC has explicitly stated that there will be no re-evaluation or re-checking of scores at any stage, emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation.
To check the tentative vacancies list, candidates should visit the SSC
s official website and download the detailed PDF. This document outlines the number of vacancies per department, reservation categories, and post names, providing essential information for applicants to strategize their preparation and preferences.
In sum, the SSC CGL Exam 2025 is a critical gateway for thousands seeking government employment, offering a wide array of posts with competitive pay scales. While the recruitment process promises opportunities, ongoing protests highlight the need for SSC to address operational challenges and restore confidence among aspirants. As the examination dates approach, candidates and officials alike will be watching closely to see how this major recruitment drive unfolds.
