SSC CGL 2025 Tier-1 Exam Rescheduled: Nyew Date Oct 14, 2025
The SSC CGL 2025 Tier-1 exam has been officially rescheduled for certain affected candidates. According to the SSC’s official notice dated 03 October 2025, “the Commission has decided to provide another opportunity to certain candidates from some centres by rescheduling their exam on 14.10.2025”. In other words, SSC will conduct the Tier-1 re-exam on 14th October 2025 for select candidates whose original exam was disrupted. The notice also states that these candidates should check the SSC candidate login portal to see if their exam has been rescheduled, and that they can download their new admit card from 9 October 2025. In summary, affected candidates now have a confirmed new exam date of 14 October and should log in to the SSC website (ssc.gov.in) from 5 Oct for their city details and from 9 Oct for the fresh admit card.
Key Details of the Rescheduled SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam
- New Exam Date: 14th October 2025 (for candidates whose Tier-1 exam was cancelled or disrupted).
- City Intimation Slip: Available from 5th October 2025 via SSC candidate login. Check your exam city, date and shift online.
- Admit Card: Updated admit cards will be live on SSC’s website from 9th October 2025 for the re-exam. Download it and verify all details.
- Official Notice: The SSC notice (03 Oct 2025) confirms this schedule and advises candidates to use the official SSC portal (ssc.gov.in) to check their exam status. Affected candidates will also receive email/SMS alerts from their Regional SSC offices.
- Affected Candidates: As per reports, this re-exam is only for those whose exam was impacted (e.g. by technical glitches or the Mumbai 26 Sept fire incident) All other candidates should await further announcements for any other rescheduling.
Tips for Candidates with Rescheduled Exams
- Verify Your Exam Status: Log in to the official SSC Candidate Login portal using your registration credentials. The notice advises checking your status from 5 Oct onwards to see if your exam is rescheduled.
- Download Admit Card on Time: Remember, the new admit card will be available from 9 Oct. Download it promptly and double-check the exam date (14 Oct), time, and center. Carry the admit card and a valid ID proof to the exam.
- Prepare and Revise: Use the extra time wisely. Review important topics, take mock tests, and solve previous year papers. Focus on weaker areas so you go into the re-exam more confident.
- Plan Logistics: Note any change in exam centre (as per city intimation slip) and arrange travel or lodging in advance if needed. Give yourself ample buffer time to reach the new ample buffer the new venue.
- Stay Informed: Regularly check the SSC website and your registered email/SMS for any updates. Official SSC social media channels and regional offices may also post alerts.
- Stay Calm and Positive: Rescheduling can be stressful, but stay focused. Treat 14 Oct as the new fixed date and keep a steady revision schedule. Ensure proper rest and nutrition ahead of the exam.
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What is SSC CGL and Why It Matters
The Staff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) exam is a major national recruitment test for graduate candidates. SSC CGL (also called CGLE) is “an examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit Group B and C officers to various posts in ministries, departments and organizations of the Government of India” First held in 1975 en.wikipedia.org, it now attracts around 3.6 million applicants annually en.wikipedia.org In 2025, for example, about 28 lakh candidates applied to fill just 14,582 vacancies, underscoring how competitive CGL is.
SSC CGL has multiple tiers; Tier-1 is a computer-based test covering General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness en.wikipedia.org. Performance in Tier-1 determines eligibility for Tier-2 (the next stage). Success in SSC CGL opens doors to government careers — posts like Income Tax Inspector, Accountant, Auditor, and other prestigious Group B/C roles in agencies like CBI, NIA, RBI, and various ministries. In short, doing well in CGL is a key step toward many central government jobs, which is why updates like this rescheduling notice are so important for aspirants.