SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam will be conducted on 18th January 2026 for Section IV which is DEST and 19th January 2026 for the rest sections and statistics. The dates have been inversed now. Earlier, sections I, II, III of paper 1 and paper 2 were scheduled to be conducted on 18th January 2026 and DEST was scheduled on 19th January 2026. This article provides complete details of the exam dates, revised schedule, and shift timings.
What is SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date?
The SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam 2025 is scheduled on 18th & 19th January, 2026.
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What is SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Schedule?
The revised exam schedule for SSC CGL Tier 2 is: DEST on 18 January 2026, and all other papers on 19 January 2026. You can check out the detailed exam schedule in the table below:
| S. No. | Scheduled Date | Day | Paper | Section | Subject |
|---|
| 1 | 18th January 2026 | Day 1 | Paper I | Section IV | Skill Test (DEST) |
| 2 | 19th January 2026 | Day 2 | Paper I | Section I | Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning & General Intelligence |
| Section II | English Language & Comprehension and General Awareness |
| Section III | Computer Knowledge Test |
| Paper II | — | Statistics |
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SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date 2025 Highlights
The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2025 was successfully conducted from 12th to 26th September 2025. Now, the Tier 2 Exam is scheduled on 18th & 19th January, 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| SSC CGL Notification 2025 | 9th June 2025 |
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Date | 12th to 26th September 2025 |
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Answer Key | Released |
| SSC CGL Result 2025 | Released |
| SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date | 18th & 19th January, 2026. |
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What is SSC CGL Tier 2 Shift Timings?
The SSC CGL Tier 2 Shift Timings has not been announced yet by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). However, the shift timings generally include Paper-I from 9:00 AM to 11:15 AM, Module-II from 2:00 PM to 2:40 PM, Paper-II from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, and Paper-III from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
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What documents must be carried in the exam hall for SSC CGL Tier 2 stage?
For the SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam, candidates must carry a few important documents to the exam centre. Without them, entry will not be allowed. Make sure all the details on your ID match your admit card.
- Carry a printed copy of your SSC CGL Tier 2 Admit Card.
- Bring one original valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.).
- Carry two recent passport-size photographs.
- Ensure your name on the ID matches the admit card.
- Keep a photocopy of your ID as a backup.
- Original ID proof is mandatory for entry.
- Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, or electronic gadgets.
- Report to the centre on time as mentioned on the admit card.
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What is SSC CGL 2025 Eligibility Criteria?
The SSC Eligibility Criteria 2025 provides that candidates aged between 18 to 32 years who have completed their graduation will be eligible to appear for the SSC CGL Examination.
What are the key takeaways?
Below are the key points taken from this article:
- SSC CGL 2025 notification was released on 9th June 2025.
- Tier 1 exam was conducted from 12th to 26th September 2025.
- Tier 2 exam is scheduled on 18th & 19th January, 2026.
- DEST(skill test) will be conducted on day 1 (18 January 2026).
- Day 2 (19 January 2026) includes Paper I (all sections) and Paper II (Statistics).
- Carry a printed admit card, valid photo ID with date of birth, and passport-size photos.
- The recruitment offers Group B and Group C posts in various central government departments.
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