Complete List of SSC CGL Posts, Job Profiles, Salaries, and Preference Guide

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the annual CGL examination to recruit eligible candidates for various Group B and Group C positions across diverse Government of India ministries, departments, and organizations. Key SSC CGL posts include Assistant Audit Officer (AAO), Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Income Tax Inspector, Excise Inspector, Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), Auditor, and UDC, among others. Prospective candidates should thoroughly understand the duties, responsibilities, and salary packages associated with these roles before applying.

SSC CGL Posts List

The SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGLE) examination is one of India's most prestigious recruitment drives for Grade "B" and "C" government services. Through the SSC CGL 2026 examination, aspirants are selected for roles such as Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, and Tax Assistants. Below, we have detailed the various positions along with their corresponding job descriptions and parent departments.

SSC CGL Posts
Posts	Group	Department/Ministry
Assistant Audit Officer (Central Cadre)	Group “B”	Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG
Assistant Audit Officer (State Cadre)	Group “B”	Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG
Assistant Accounts Officer (State Cadre)	Group “B”	Indian Audit & Accounts Dept. under C&AG
Assistant Section Officer	Group “B”	Central Secretariat Service, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Railway, Ministry of External Affairs, AFHQ
Assistant	Group “B”	Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations
Inspector of Income Tax	Group “C”	CBDT
Inspector (Central Excise)	Group “B”	CBIC
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Group “B”	Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue
Sub Inspector	Group “B”	Central Bureau of Investigation
Inspector	Group “B”	Central Bureau of Narcotics
Section Head	Group “B”	Director General of Foreign Trade
Junior Statistical Officer	Group “B”	M/ Statistics & Programme Implementation
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Group “B”	Registrar General of India
Office Superintendent	Group “B”	CBDT
Auditor	Group “C”	Offices under C&AG, CGDA, Other Ministry/ Departments
Accountant	Group “C”	Controller General of Accounts, Offices under C&AG
Accountant/ Junior Accountant	Group “C”	Other Ministry/ Departments
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks	Group “C”	Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres
Tax Assistant	Group “C”	CBDT/ CBIC
Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant	Group “C”	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
Senior Administrative Assistant	Group “C”	Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks	Group “C”	Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres
Sub-Inspector	Group “C”	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance

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SSC CGL Post Code List 2026

S. No	Post Code	Post Name	Department/Ministry
1	B03	Assistant/ASO	Dept. of Personnel & Training (CSS), MoPP&P
2	B04	Assistant/ASO	Intelligence Bureau (IB), MHA
3	B05	Assistant/ASO	Ministry of Railways
4	B06	Assistant/ASO	Ministry of External Affairs
5	B07	Assistant/ASO	Armed Forces HQ (AFHQ), Ministry of Defence
6	B08	Assistant/ASO	Election Commission of India
7	B09	Assistant/ASO	National Informatics Centre (NIC), MeitY
8	B10	Assistant/ASO	Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY)
9	B11	Assistant/ASO	Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT)
10	B12	Assistant/ASO	Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
11	B14	Assistant/ASO	Central Information Commission (CIC)
12	B16	Inspector (Central Excise)	CBIC, Ministry of Finance
13	B17	Inspector (Preventive Officer)	CBIC, Ministry of Finance
14	B18	Inspector (Examiner)	CBIC, Ministry of Finance
15	B19	Assistant Enforcement Officer	Enforcement Directorate, Ministry of Finance
16	B20	Inspector of Posts	Department of Posts, MoC
17	B21	Inspector of Income Tax	CBDT, Ministry of Finance
18	B22	Sub Inspector (CBI)	Central Bureau of Investigation, MoPP&P
19	B23	Assistant	Ministry of Textiles
20	B24	Assistant	Ministry of Mines
21	B25	Assistant	Indian Meteorological Dept., Ministry of Earth Sciences
22	B26	Assistant	Central Passport Office, Ministry of External Affairs
23	B27	Assistant	Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence
24	B28	Assistant	Enforcement Directorate, Ministry of Finance
25	B30	Assistant	Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), MoC
26	B31	Sub Inspector (NIA)	National Investigation Agency (NIA), MHA
27	B32	Executive Assistant	CBIC, Ministry of Finance
28	B33	Research Assistant	National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
29	B34	Assistant / ASO	Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
30	B34	Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance
31	B35	Assistant	Armed Forces Tribunal
32	B36	Assistant	Directorate of Forensic Science Services (DFSS), MHA
33	B37	Assistant	National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT)
34	B38	Assistant	National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)
35	B39	Assistant	Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
36	B40	Assistant / ASO	Ministry of Corporate Affairs
37	B41	Assistant / ASO	Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), MHA
38	B42	Divisional Accountant	Comptroller & Auditor General of India (C&AG)
39	B43	Section Head	Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), MoCI
40	B44	Sub-Inspector / JIO (NCB)	Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), MHA
41	C01	Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)	Subordinate Statistical Services, MoSPI
42	C02	Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Registrar General & Census Commissioner, MHA
43	D01	Auditor	Comptroller & Auditor General of India (C&AG)
44	D02	Accountant / Junior Accountant	Controller General of Accounts (CGA), MoF
45	D03	Accountant / Junior Accountant	CGCA (Controller General of Communication Accounts)
46	D04	Accountant / Junior Accountant	Department of Posts, MoC
47	D05	Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant (PA/SA)	Department of Posts, MoC
48	D06	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Office of Development Commissioner, MoMSME
49	D07	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Ministry of Textiles
50	D08	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance
51	D09	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Indian Meteorological Dept., MoES
52	D10	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Director General Defence Estates (DGDE), MoD
53	D11	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Dept. of Agriculture Cooperation & Farmers Welfare
54	D12	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Department of Atomic Energy
55	D13	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Ministry of Mines
56	D14	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Dept. of Science & Technology, MoST
57	D15	Tax Assistant	Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)
58	D16	Tax Assistant	CBIC, Ministry of Finance
59	D17	Sub-Inspector (Narcotics)	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance
60	D18	Accountant / Junior Accountant	National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
61	D19	Accountant / Junior Accountant	Dept. of Agriculture Cooperation & Farmers Welfare
62	D20	Accountant / Junior Accountant	Intelligence Bureau (IB), MHA
63	D21	Auditor	Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA), MoD
64	D22	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Border Roads Organization (BRO), Dept. of Defence
65	D23	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Central Information Commission (CIC)
66	D24	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Dept. of Water Resources, River Dev. & Ganga Rejuvenation
67	D25	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Dept. of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs
68	D26	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), MHA
69	D27	UDC / Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)	Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs

SSC CGL Posts- Job Profile

Qualifying the SSC CGL exam opens doors to over 30 distinct government job profiles. Understanding the specific nature of these positions is essential for every candidate, as it helps in strategic preparation and informed decision-making during the post-selection process. 

SSC CGL Posts- Job Profile
Posts	Job Profile
Assistant Audit Officer	Conduct audits of govt./public sector organizations. Needs to assist audits in government/public sector organizations. Also needs to travel during an inspection.
Assistant Accounts Officer	The profile consists of working as an investigating officer but most candidates will be doing computer/data-oriented work and recording transactions. Assisting with audits or fact-checking
Assistant Section Officer	It is a desk job and includes completing files and making reports.
Assistant	They have to compile reports, files keeping track of ongoing cases, etc.
Inspector of Income Tax	Assessing Income Tax payable by people or companies. Conducting raid Handling refund Claims.
Inspector (Central Excise)	Checking for any kind of invasion of excise duty. Verifying taxations on goods passing through ports.
Assistant Enforcement Officer	Dealing with files, making presentations Preventing forgery and money laundering. Visit banks for inquiries, visit courts, and help lawyers present cases.
Sub Inspector	Collect information and make inquiries and investigations as state police with more powers.
Inspector	Illegal manufacture and transport of opium. Conducting periodic checks in companies.
Junior Statistical Officer	To assist the Statistical Officer in tasks like data entry and tabulation, drafting documents etc.
Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Preparing survey reports, editing and compiling existing data, Drafting Documents, etc.
Auditor	Auditing the details of expenses of the State Departments
Accountant/ Junior Accountant	Handling accounts, salary allowances, office expenses, pension-related issues
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks	Maintain files in the concerned departments, Drafting RTI replies, data entry etc.
Tax Assistant	Modify, Access and verify the tax of individuals or businesses.
Upper Division Clerk	Maintain files, financial documents and accounts, drafting and compiling reports.

SSC CGL Posts - Salary

The combination of competitive salary structures, generous allowances, comprehensive job security, and career progression makes the SSC CGL highly sought after by lakhs of aspirants annually. Candidates are drawn to these roles not only for the immediate financial benefits but also for the long-term professional growth offered by government service.

SSC CGL Salary for Pay Level 8

While no vacancies were notified for Pay Level 8 posts in the 2025 cycle, these high-tier positions are anticipated to be available in the upcoming recruitment season.

Pay Level	SSC CGL Posts	Ministry	Grade Pay
Pay Level 8 (Rs 47600 to 151100)	Assistant Audit Officer	Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG	Rs. 4800
	Assistant Accounts Officer	Indian Audit &Accounts Department under C & AG	Rs. 4800

SSC CGL Salary for Pay Level 7

Pay Level	SSC CGL Posts	Ministry	Grade Pay
Pay Level 7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)	Assistant Section Officer	Central Secretariat Service	Rs. 4600
	Assistant Section Officer	Intelligence Bureau	Rs. 4600
	Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of Railway	Rs. 4600
	Assistant Section Officer	Ministry of External Affairs	Rs. 4600
	Assistant Section Officer	AFHQ	Rs. 4600
	Assistant	Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations	Rs. 4600
	Assistant	Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations	Rs. 4600
	Assistant Section Officer	Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations	Rs. 4600
	Inspector of Income Tax	CBDT	Rs. 4600
	Inspector (Central Excise)	CBIC	Rs. 4600
	Inspector(Preventive Officer)
	Inspector(Examiner)
	Assistant Enforcement Officer	Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue	Rs. 4600
	Sub Inspector	Central Bureau of Investigation	Rs. 4600
	Inspector Posts	Department of Post	Rs. 4600
	Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics	Rs. 4600
	Section Head	Director General of Foreign Trade	Rs. 4600

SSC CGL Salary for Pay Level 6

Pay Level	SSC CGL Posts	Ministry	Grade Pay
Pay Level 6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)	Assistant	Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations	Rs. 4200
	Assistant/Superintendent	Other Ministries/Departments/Organizations	Rs. 4200
	Divisional Accountant	Offices under C&AG	Rs. 4200
	Sub Inspector	National Investigation Agency (NIA)	Rs. 4200
	Junior Statistical Officer	M/o Statistics & Program Implementation.	Rs. 4200
	Statistical Investigator Grade-II	Registrar General of India	Rs. 4200
	Office Superintendent	CBDT	Rs. 4200

SSC CGL Salary for Pay Level 5

Pay Level	SSC CGL Posts	Ministry	Grade Pay
Pay Level 5 (Rs 29200 to 92300)	Auditor	Offices under C&AG	Rs. 2800
	Auditor	Other Ministry/Departments	Rs. 2800
	Auditor	Offices under CGDA	Rs. 2800
	Accountant	Offices under C&AG	Rs. 2800
	Accountant/ Junior Accountant	Other Ministry/Departments	Rs. 2800

SSC CGL Salary for Pay Level 4

Pay Level	SSC CGL Posts	Ministry	Grade Pay
Pay Level 4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)	Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks	Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries are other than CSCS cadres.	Rs. 2400
	Tax Assistant	CBDT	Rs. 2400
	Tax Assistant	CBIC	Rs. 2400
	Sub-Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics	Rs. 2400
	Upper Division Clerks	Date. Gen Border Road Organization (MoD)	Rs. 2400
	Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications	Rs. 2400
	Senior Administrative Assistant	Military Engineering Services, Ministry of Defence	Rs. 2400
	Sub-Inspector	Central Bureau of Narcotics, Ministry of Finance	Rs. 2400

SSC CGL Salary Structure

Gross & In Hand Salary After 7th CPC
Pay Level of Posts		Pay Level 8	Pay Level 7	Pay Level 6	Pay Level 5	Pay Level 4
Payscale		Rs.47,600 to Rs.1,51,100	Rs.44,900 to Rs.1,42,400	Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400	Rs.29,200 to Rs.92,300	Rs.25,500 to Rs.81,100
Grade Pay		4800	4600	4200	2800	2400
Basic pay		Rs. 47,600	Rs. 44,900	Rs. 35,400	Rs. 29,200	Rs. 25,500
HRA (depending on the city)	X Cities (24%)	11,424	10,776	8,496	7,008	6,120
	Y Cities (16%)	7,616	7,184	5,664	4,672	4,080
	Z Cities (8%)	3,808	3,592	2,832	2,336	2,040
DA (Current- 42%)		Rs. 19,992	Rs. 18,858	Rs 14,868	Rs 12,264	Rs 10,710
Travel Allowance		Cities- 3600 Other Places- 1800
Gross Monthly Salary Breakdown Estimated Salary Range (Approximate)	X Cities	Rs. 1,15,936	Rs. 92,371	Rs. 70,578	Rs. 63,014	Rs. 56,225
	Y Cities	Rs. 1,09,824	Rs. 87,209	Rs. 66,927	Rs. 59,372	Rs. 53,109
	Z Cities	Rs. 1,03,712	Rs. 82,047	Rs. 63,276	Rs. 55,731	Rs. 50,111
In Hand Salary Range (Approx)	X Cities	Rs. 1,01,259	Rs. 80,998	Rs. 62,171	Rs. 54,827	Rs. 48,440
	Y Cities	Rs. 96,136	Rs. 77,188	Rs. 59,075	Rs. 52,262	Rs. 46,187
	Z Cities	Rs. 91,012	Rs. 73,379	Rs. 56,979	Rs. 49,696	Rs. 43,935

SSC CGL Post Preference

With 14,582 vacancies announced for SSC CGL 2025, strategic post selection is vital. Your preference should reflect your personal career goals, preferred work environment, and growth trajectory. Key factors to consider when finalizing your SSC CGL post preferences include:

Factors	Details
Salary and Pay Level	Posts are categorized by pay levels (5 to 7). Assistant Section Officer (ASO) is the highest-paying (Pay Level 7- Rs 44900 to 142400 in X cities). Pay varies by city (X, Y, Z) due to House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Job Profile and Responsibilities	Desk Jobs: ASO (clerical work, report compilation) suits candidates preferring administrative roles. Field Jobs: Income Tax Inspector, Examiner (customs), or Sub-Inspector (CBI) involve travel, raids, or inspections. Example: Income Tax Inspectors assess taxes or conduct raids, offering adventure but requiring mobility.
Career Growth and Promotions	AAO and ASO offer faster promotions (e.g., AAO to Senior Audit Officer in ~3 years). Field posts like Income Tax Inspector promote to Income Tax Officer after 8 years or via departmental exams.
Posting Location	Desk jobs (ASO, AAO) are often in state capitals or urban areas. Field jobs (Income Tax Inspector, Excise Inspector) may involve rural or coastal postings. Consider proximity to home or willingness to relocate.
Work-Life Balance	ASO offers fixed hours, ideal for those prioritizing stability.  Posts like Sub-Inspector (CBI) or Examiner may involve irregular hours or high-pressure tasks.
Physical and Medical Requirements	Posts like Inspector (Central Excise, Preventive Officer) or Sub-Inspector (CBI) require physical fitness tests. Ensure eligibility for posts with specific standards.
Gender-Specific Preferences	Female candidates often prefer ASO or Auditor for safer environments and fixed hours. Male candidates may lean toward Income Tax Inspector or Enforcement Officer for authority and fieldwork.
Personal Interest	Choose posts aligning with your skills (e.g., Junior Statistical Officer for data enthusiasts). Posts in Intelligence Bureau or CBI appeal to those interested in investigation.