If you’ve been eagerly waiting for your SSC CGL Tier 1 Result 2025, the wait is finally over. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the much-anticipated results on its official website – www.ssc.gov.in.
Candidates who appeared for the Tier 1 exam can now check their qualifying status, download the merit list PDF, and start gearing up for the next round – Tier 2. Whether you’re shortlisted or not, here’s everything you need to know about the result, cut-offs, and what’s next in the selection process.
Overview
The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam was conducted from 12 to 26 September 2025, with a re-exam on 14 October. The results are now live, and candidates can check them through the official PDF released on the SSC portal. A total of 1,39,395 candidates have made the cut and are now eligible to appear for the Tier 2 stage. This exam is part of the recruitment drive to fill 14,582 vacancies across various Group B and C posts in Central Government departments.
Shortlist
Let’s talk numbers. Around 28.15 lakh candidates registered for SSC CGL 2025, and roughly 13 lakh actually took the Tier 1 exam. From this pool, SSC has shortlisted 1,39,395 candidates for Tier 2. Here’s a detailed breakdown by post and category:
| Category | JSO Selected | Statistical Investigator | Other Posts Selected |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 1509 | 577 | 25,338 |
| ST | 473 | 377 | 11,729 |
| OBC | 1494 | 892 | 43,260 |
| EWS | 934 | 350 | 20,268 |
| UR | 1449 | 525 | 20,035 |
| ESM | – | – | 3,511 |
| OH | 111 | 30 | 1,667 |
| HH | 92 | 30 | 1,550 |
| VH | 44 | – | 1,615 |
| PwD-Others | 90 | – | 1,445 |
| Total | 6196 | 2781 | 130418 |
Meritlist
The SSC has released three separate result PDFs:
- List 1: Qualified for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)
- List 2: Qualified for Statistical Investigator Grade II
- List 3: Qualified for all other posts
You can find all these lists on the official website under the “Results” section. Use Ctrl + F to quickly search your roll number or name in the PDF once downloaded.
Steps
Here’s how to download the merit list:
- Visit www.ssc.gov.in
- Click on “Results” and select “Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025”
- Choose the link for “Tier-1 Qualified Candidates for Tier-2”
- Download the appropriate merit list PDF
- Open it and search your name or roll number using Ctrl + F
- Save it for future reference
Cutoff
SSC has also shared the post-wise Tier 1 cut-off marks for 2025. These vary depending on the category and the post you applied for. The cut-offs were particularly high for the UR and OBC categories for posts like JSO and Statistical Investigator. This year’s fierce competition was evident in the higher cut-off thresholds across most categories.
Scorecard
Right now, SSC has only shared the qualifying status and cut-offs. The actual scorecards will be released in a few weeks. Once available, candidates can log in using their registration credentials to view their marks. SSC has also promised to release the final answer key soon.
Tier2
So, what’s next? Candidates who made it through Tier 1 will move on to the Tier 2 exam, tentatively scheduled for the third week of January 2026. The Tier 2 exam will test your skills across two papers:
Paper Pattern
| Paper | Section | Details | Marking & Duration | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | I, II, III | Objective-type, MCQs | Negative: 1 mark/wrong answer | Compulsory for all |
| Section IV | Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) – 15 mins | 2000 key depressions | Qualifying only | |
| Paper-II | All Sections | Objective-type, MCQs | Negative: 0.5 marks/wrong answer | For JSO/Stat Investigator |
The Tier 2 exam includes two objective papers, and the DEST (typing test) is qualifying in nature. Higher standards may apply for specific posts, like Tax Assistant and UDC.
Withheld
Not everyone got their results though. The SSC has withheld the results of 49 candidates due to pending investigations and court cases. These results will be declared later once the issues are resolved.
Next Steps
If you’ve made it to Tier 2 – congratulations! Now’s the time to ramp up your preparation. Keep an eye on the SSC website for official dates, admit cards, and more updates. If not, don’t lose heart – thousands of aspirants try again every year and succeed. Stay focused.
FAQs
How to check SSC CGL Result 2025?
Visit ssc.gov.in, go to Results, and download the Tier 1 PDF.
How many qualified for SSC CGL Tier 2?
A total of 1,39,395 candidates have qualified for Tier 2.
When is SSC CGL Tier 2 exam scheduled?
It’s tentatively scheduled for the 3rd week of January 2026.
Is SSC CGL Scorecard 2025 released?
No, it will be available a few weeks after the result.
Where can I download SSC CGL merit list PDF?
On the SSC website under the Combined Graduate Level section.
