SSC CGL Admit Card 2026 Out for Tier 1, Download Hall Ticket, Shift Time

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CGL Admit Card 2026 for Tier 1 for the candidates who are going to appear in the Combined Graduate Level Examination. Candidates can download their SSC CGL Tier 1 Hall Ticket from the official site of SSC by logging in with their credentials.

The Tier 1 examination will be conducted from 30 September to 30 October 2026 in Computer-Based Examination (CBE) mode. The exam will be conducted in multiple shifts across examination centres.

SSC CGL Admit Card 2026 Out

SSC CGL 2026 call letter for Tier 1 is available for download at ssc.gov.in. Check the direct link, exam schedule from 30 September to 30 October, shift timings, exam centre details, documents required, dress code, prohibited items and important exam-day guidelines. The admit card is the most important document for the examination day as it contains the candidate’s exam date, reporting time, shift, examination centre address, roll number and important instructions.

As of 27 September 2026, Hall Ticket has been released for Computer Based Test scheduled on 30th September 2026. Candidates are advised to login @ssc.gov.in to download their admit card, if they already know their exam date is 30th Sept 2026.

SSC CGL Call Letter: Key Details

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission
Exam Stage	Tier 1
SSC CGL Admit Card	Released
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Examination
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Date	30 September to 30 October 2026
Exam Shifts	4 shifts
Exam Duration	1 hour
Total Questions	100
Maximum Marks	200
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 Download Link

Candidates can download the SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card from the official SSC portal using their registration number and password/DOB. For the ease of candidates, we have provided the direct download link:

SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 Download Link (ACTIVE)

How to Download SSC CGL Admit Card 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to download their Tier 1 hall ticket:

Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
Click on the Login/Register option.
Enter the required registration number/username and password.
Submit the login details.
Open the SSC CGL 2026 examination section.
Click on the SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 link.
Check the examination date, shift and centre details displayed on the screen.
Download the admit card.
Take a clear printout for the examination day.

Check These 6 Details on Your Hall Ticket

Instead of simply downloading the admit card, candidates should spend a few minutes checking the following:

Exam date
Reporting time
Shift
Centre name
Centre address
Roll/Registration Number

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Schedule 2026

The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination is scheduled to be conducted from 30 September to 30 October 2026. The examination will be held in multiple shifts across different examination centres.

Event	Date
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Begins	30 September 2026
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Ends	30 October 2026
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Examination
Number of Shifts	Up to 4 shifts per day

SSC CGL Shift Timings 2026

The Tier 1 examination is being conducted in four shifts. The reported examination timings are as follows:

Shift	Exam Timing
Shift 1	9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Shift 2	11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
Shift 3	2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Shift 4	5:15 PM to 6:15 PM

What to Carry to SSC CGL Exam Centre?

Candidates should prepare their exam-day documents one day before the examination.

Printed copy of the SSC CGL Admit Card 2026
Original valid photo identity proof
Copy of valid photo identity proof
Recent passport-size photographs

SSC CGL Dress Code 2026

SSC does not prescribe a separate elaborate uniform-style dress code for CGL candidates. However, candidates should wear simple, comfortable clothing and avoid anything that could create problems during security checking. Keep this in mind:

Simple and comfortable clothes
Normal footwear
Minimal accessories
Clothes without unnecessary metal components

SSC CGL Prohibited Items 2026

Candidates should avoid carrying unnecessary belongings to the examination centre because storage facilities may not be available. The following items should generally not be carried inside the examination hall:

Mobile phones
Smartwatches
Bluetooth devices
Earphones/headphones
Calculators
Electronic gadgets
Tablets or laptops
Cameras
Notes, books or study material
Bags and bulky belongings
Unauthorised stationery
Any other electronic or prohibited item mentioned in the examination instructions

SSC CGL Exam Day Instructions: Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s	Don’ts
Download and print the admit card in advance.	Do not reach the centre after the gate-closing time.
Check the centre location before the examination day.	Do not carry a mobile phone or smartwatch.
Reach the venue well before the reporting time.	Do not carry study material into the examination hall.
Carry the required original ID proof.	Do not attempt to communicate with other candidates during the exam.
Follow the instructions given by the examination staff.	Do not carry unnecessary jewellery or metallic accessories.
Complete the verification and biometric/security process as instructed.	Do not leave the examination hall without following the invigilator’s instructions.
Read the instructions displayed on the computer before starting the examination.	Do not rely on a digital copy of the admit card when a printed copy is required.
Keep your admit card safely until the examination process is complete.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026

Before entering the examination centre, candidates should also remember the basic Tier 1 pattern. The examination duration is 60 minutes, where each section is of 15 minutes.

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
English Comprehension	25	50
Total	100	200

What to do if admit card is not downloading?

If the admit card is not appearing, candidates should:

Check whether they are using the correct SSC login credentials.
Confirm that they are accessing the correct SSC website/Regional Office portal.
Check the examination details against the city intimation slip.
Try downloading the admit card again after some time if the server is busy.
Use a stable internet connection and updated browser.

FAQs

Is SSC CGL Admit Card 2026 released?

Yes, the SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card 2026 has been released on 27 September 2026 on its official website. Candidates can download their hall ticket through the SSC portal.

What is the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam date 2026?

The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination is scheduled from 30 September to 30 October 2026.

Where can I download the SSC CGL Admit Card?

Candidates can download the SSC CGL Tier 1 Admit Card through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.

What details are mentioned on the SSC CGL admit card?

The admit card contains details such as the candidate's name, roll number, examination date, shift, reporting time, examination centre and important instructions.

Is the SSC CGL city slip the same as the admit card?

No. The city intimation slip provides advance information about the examination city/date, while the admit card contains the detailed centre information and is required for appearing in the examination.

What should I carry to the SSC CGL exam centre?

Candidates should carry the printed admit card and the required original photo ID and other documents specified in their examination instructions.

Can I show the SSC CGL admit card on my mobile phone?

Candidates should carry the printed admit card wherever the SSC instructions require a printout. A digital copy should not be treated as a substitute.

What happens if my photo ID does not contain my date of birth?

Candidates may need to carry an additional original document supporting their date of birth, as specified in SSC's examination instructions.

Can I carry a smartwatch to the SSC CGL exam?

No. Smartwatches and other unauthorised electronic devices should not be carried into the examination hall.

Is there a dress code for SSC CGL Tier 1?

SSC CGL does not prescribe a separate elaborate uniform-style dress code. Candidates should wear simple, comfortable clothing and avoid unnecessary metallic accessories or items that may create issues during security checking.

How many questions are asked in SSC CGL Tier 1?

The Tier 1 examination has 100 questions for a total of 200 marks.

What is the duration of SSC CGL Tier 1?

The Tier 1 examination is conducted for one hour.

How many sections are there in SSC CGL Tier 1?

There are four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension.

What if I reach the SSC CGL exam centre late?

Candidates should reach the examination centre well before the reporting time. Entry after the prescribed gate-closing time may not be permitted.

What should candidates who have not completed Aadhaar authentication carry?

Such candidates are required to follow the additional document and reporting requirements specified by SSC, including the admission certificate, photographs and valid original photo ID where applicable.