SSC CGL: What jobs can you get after SSC CGL? Find out what the salaries are..

SSC CGL: What jobs can you get after SSC CGL? Find out what the salaries are.. India-employmentnews | 14/01/2026 13:15:04

The Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) exam is considered one of the most popular and highly anticipated government recruitment exams in the country. Every year, millions of young people take this exam because it offers access to several prestigious positions in the central government. It is also considered a secure job. After clearing the SSC CGL exam, you can get respectable postings in ministries, departments, and investigative agencies. Good salary, regular promotions, allowances, and job security make it an excellent career option. Post allocation is based on your rank, performance, and preferences.

Major Posts Offered Through SSC CGL
SSC CGL offers several Group B and Group C posts. These include positions such as Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Income Tax Inspector, Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO), Sub-Inspector in CBI/NIA, Auditor, Accountant, and Junior Statistical Officer. Each post has different responsibilities and a different work nature. Therefore, candidates can choose options based on their interests.

Salary Structure and Starting Salary

The SSC CGL salary is determined according to the 7th Pay Commission.

• AAO (Pay Level 8): ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100. Starting salary approximately ₹47,000+

• ASO / Income Tax Inspector (Pay Level 7): ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400. Starting salary around ₹40,000

• CBI/NIA Sub-Inspector (Pay Level 6): ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400

• Auditor/ Accountant/ JSO (Pay Level 5): ₹29,200 to ₹92,300

• Tax Assistant (Pay Level 4): ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

Overall, the starting salary can range from ₹25,000 to ₹47,000+. Allowances and Additional Benefits
In addition to the basic salary, those who get the job also receive allowances such as HRA, DA, and TA. They also receive medical facilities, pension, leave benefits, and excellent opportunities for promotion.

Job Profile and Responsibilities
• ASO: Administrative work in ministries, opportunity for overseas posting under the Ministry of External Affairs

• Income Tax Inspector: Tax investigation and auditing

• AEO (ED): Investigation of economic crimes such as money laundering

• CBI SI: Investigation of corruption and serious cases

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