Cut-off Trends
SSC CGL cut-offs are normalised across shifts and vary by category and by the post preferences a candidate is eligible for. They move year to year with paper difficulty, number of vacancies, and the number of applicants.
Rather than chasing a fixed number, aim to be comfortably above the general-category Tier-I mark and to maximise accuracy in your two strongest sections — that is what consistently clears the bar.
Frequently asked questions
Why do SSC CGL cut-offs change every year?
They move with paper difficulty, the number of vacancies, and the number of applicants that year — cut-offs are normalised across shifts rather than fixed in advance.
Are SSC CGL cut-offs the same for every category?
No — cut-offs are published separately by category and depend on the post preferences a candidate is eligible for.
What score should I target for SSC CGL Tier-I?
Rather than chasing one fixed number, aim to be comfortably above the general-category range from recent years and maximise accuracy in your two strongest sections.