SSC Opens Critical Post Preference Window for CGL 2025 Tier-II Candidates
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially commenced the post preference submission window for candidates who successfully appeared in the Tier-II stage of the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2025. This crucial facility opened today, March 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM, and will remain accessible until March 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Mandatory Step for Final Selection Consideration
All candidates who participated in Tier-II of the SSC CGLE 2025 are required to log into their accounts and submit their Option cum Preference for posts and departments within this specified period. The commission has emphasized that this step is absolutely mandatory before the declaration of the final result. Failure to complete this process will result in exclusion from the final merit list and selection process.
How to Submit Post Preferences
Candidates must follow these specific steps to submit their preferences:
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in
- Log in using your credentials
- Navigate to the "My Application" section
- Complete the Option cum Preference form for desired posts and departments
- Click the "Submit" button to finalize your choices
The commission has clarified that candidates may change or revise their preferences multiple times during the submission window, but only the last submitted option will be considered as the final choice.
Critical Timeline and Deadlines
The preference submission follows a strict schedule:
- Window Opens: March 9, 2026, 6:00 PM
- Window Closes: March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM
Importantly, the SSC has stated that no extensions or additional opportunities will be provided after the deadline. Any complaints or requests related to missing the submission window will not be accepted through any communication channel, including post, fax, email, or other modes.
Special Instructions for PwBD Candidates
Candidates belonging to the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) category must exercise particular caution when selecting posts. They are advised to choose only those positions specifically identified as suitable for their disability category.
The official notice warns that if a PwBD candidate selects a post not permitted for their disability category and subsequently gets selected, the concerned department reserves the right to cancel their candidature. Candidates should refer to the corrigendum released on March 5, 2026, which provides updated details about disability categories allowed for different posts.
Essential Pre-Submission Checks
Before submitting preferences, candidates are strongly advised to:
- Thoroughly review the SSC CGL 2025 examination notice and all related corrigenda
- Verify that they meet all physical and medical standards required for selected posts
- Confirm eligibility criteria for each preferred position
The notice explicitly states that if a candidate is selected for a post but later fails to meet the required physical or medical standards, their candidature may be cancelled by the concerned department.
SSC CGL 2025 Examination Overview
The SSC CGL 2025 examination was conducted in multiple stages. The Tier-I computer-based examination results were declared on December 18, 2025, shortlisting candidates for the next stage. The Tier-II examination took place from January 18 to January 20, 2026.
With the preference submission window now open, candidates who appeared in Tier-II must complete this final administrative step to maintain their eligibility for the ultimate selection process. This represents the last formal requirement before the commission proceeds with final merit list preparation and appointment allocations.
