The SSC CGL 2025 notice says there are 14,582 job openings. These jobs are for Group B and Group C positions in different departments and offices of the central government.

Group B and Group C are different levels of government jobs. Group B usually has higher pay and more responsibility than Group C.

Jobs will be in various parts of the Indian government, like Income Tax, Railways, Ministries, etc. So in short, SSC is hiring for many government jobs, and you can apply if you qualify.

Pay Level 8 (₹47,600–1,51,100) – Group B Gazetted

Vacancies: Included within 14,582 total positions; exact split per post notified officially

Pay Level 7 (₹44,900–1,42,400) – Group B and C

Pay Level 6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) – Group B

Pay Level 5 (₹29,200–92,300) – Group C

Pay Level 4 (₹25,500–81,100) – Group C

Salary Details & In-Hand Pay

• Pay Levels range from Level 4 to Level 8, with basic pay from ₹25,500 to ₹47,600.
• Gross monthly pay in X‑city includes HRA, DA, and other allowances. E.g., AAO in X‑city earns about ₹65,318; ASO around ₹63,048; JSO ~₹52,217; TA ~₹39,555.
• Deductions like NPS, EPF, TDS apply, impacting in-hand salary.

🔎 Age Limits & Relaxations

• General minimum age: 18 years; max varies by post (27, 30, or 32 years).
• Post-specific age ranges:
  • Level 4 & 5: 18–27 years
  • Level 6 & 7: 18–30 years
  • Level 8: 18–32 years
• Age relaxations apply per govt norms: SC/ST (+5 yrs), OBC (+3 yrs), PwBD (+10–15 yrs), Ex‑Servicemen (+3 yrs)

Summary

The SSC CGL 2025 offers varied career paths across Group B and C, with posts tailored to qualifications, interest, and desired salary level.

From tax inspection to statistical roles, candidates aged 18–32 can apply depending on eligibility.

SSC CGL 2025 – Pay Level-wise Post Chart

Here’s a chart summarising SSC CGL 2025 posts according to Pay Level, Departments, Age Limit, and Roles:

Quick Notes:

• Total Vacancies (Tentative): 14,582+ (varies post-wise)
• Age Relaxations:
  • OBC: +3 yrs
  • SC/ST: +5 yrs
  • PwBD: +10 to 15 yrs
• Most Popular Posts: AAO, ASO, Income Tax Inspector, JSO

SSC CGL In-Hand Salary Comparison by City Category

Here’s a comparison of in-hand salary for SSC CGL 2025 posts based on city categories (X, Y, Z), after standard deductions (like NPS, tax, etc.). This will help you understand what you actually receive monthly depending on your posting location.

City Categories Defined:

• X City: Metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai.
• Y City: Large cities & some capitals like Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow.
• Z City: Smaller cities and rural areas.

💡 Key Salary Components:

• Basic Pay: Fixed base salary (depends on pay level).
• HRA: 24% (X), 16% (Y), 8% (Z) of basic pay.
• DA (Dearness Allowance): ~50% of basic pay (as of Jan 2025).
• TA (Transport Allowance): Varies with city type.
• Deductions: NPS (10%), CGEGIS, TDS

SSC CGL 2025 – Post‑Wise Vacancy Details

Here’s a detailed breakdown of SSC CGL 2025 vacancies, listing each post, department, and total number of openings: