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SSC CGL Tier 1 merit list 2025 to be released soon; here’s how to check

SSC is expected to announce the CGL Tier 1 Result 2025 soon. The merit list PDF will be available on ssc.gov.in, with shortlisted candidates advancing to Tier 2.

By Surjosnata Chatterjee

Dec 05, 2025 17:03 IST

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to declare the SSC CGL Tier 1 Result 2025 in the first week of December. The merit list mentioning the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for Tier 2 has been eagerly awaited by aspirants across the country. The result will be declared in PDF format on the official website, ssc.gov.in.

SSC recently closed the objection window for the provisional answer key. Objections filed by candidates are being scrutinized, and the final answer key will be published after the declaration of results. Along with the shortlist, the Commission will publish post-wise and category-wise cutoff marks as well.

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How to check SSC CGL Tier 1 result 2025?

Candidates can do the following once the result is released:

Visit ssc.gov.in

Click on the 'Results' section

Select Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025 – Tier 1 Result

Open the PDF that is on screen.

Download and save the file

Use Ctrl + F to search your roll number

If your number appears, then you are eligible for Tier 2.

Individual scorecards and the final answer key will be made available later by SSC through the candidate login portal.

Exam conducted in multiple shifts

The SSC CGL Tier 1 examination was conducted across various centres in multiple shifts. The paper consisted of four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. The provisional answer key was published after the exam for candidates to raise objections.

What happens after Tier 1?

Candidates qualifying in Tier 1 will be appearing for the Tier 2 exam, which is the main examination stage. Paper I of Tier 2 is compulsory for all posts, while additional papers apply for specific job roles. Tier 2 is expected to be conducted in January–February 2026.

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After Tier 2, SSC will prepare the final merit list based on normalised marks and post preferences.

Candidates are advised to keep their roll numbers ready and regularly check ssc.gov.in for updates on the result and further instructions.

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