SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Exam Schedule Announced: Key Details You Should Know:
📅 Exam Dates: January 18 & January 19, 2026
📍 Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
🏫 Centres: Multiple locations across India
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the examination schedule for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 exam. This stage follows the declaration of the Tier 1 results, which were published earlier along with the merit list on the official SSC website.
Candidates who have successfully cleared Tier 1 are now preparing for the next crucial phase of the recruitment process, which plays a decisive role in final selection.
Number of Candidates Qualified for Tier 2:
A total of 1,39,395 candidates have qualified the Tier 1 examination and are eligible to appear for the Tier 2 exam. This stage determines selection for various Group B and Group C posts under central government departments.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Post-Wise Qualification Details:
- 6,196 candidates qualified for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
- 2,781 candidates cleared for Statistical Investigator Grade II
- 1,30,418 candidates qualified for all other posts
Important Instructions for Tier 2 Candidates:
Candidates must carry the following documents to the examination centre:
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
- SSC CGL Tier 2 Admit Card
Entry will not be permitted without these documents:
SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut-Off Marks – JSO
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 153.46108 |
| OBC | 153.46108 |
| EWS | 151.58638 |
| SC | 137.29518 |
| ST | 136.40211 |
| OH | 125.16130 |
| HH | 104.04315 |
| VH | 134.15850 |
| Other PwD | 91.01367 |
Statistical Investigator Grade II
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 152.47231 |
| OBC | 150.51402 |
| EWS | 152.14666 |
| SC | 137.16184 |
| ST | 130.16987 |
| OH | 127.48052 |
| HH | 112.62423 |
All Other Posts
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 136.83159 |
| OBC | 130.36617 |
| EWS | 127.41630 |
| SC | 114.97063 |
| ST | 106.36936 |
| ESM | 92.80460 |
| OH | 100.87394 |
| HH | 68.79973 |
| VH | 72.00006 |
| Other PwD | 41.70541 |
What Happens After Tier 2?
After the Tier 2 examination, SSC will release the results online. Shortlisted candidates may be called for document verification and skill tests, wherever applicable. The final merit list will be prepared based on cumulative performance.