Is there an interview in SSC CGL?
No, there is no interview in SSC CGL. The interview stage was abolished from the 2016 recruitment cycle.
Selection is based on computer-based exams, mainly Tier 1 and Tier 2, followed by document verification and post-specific tests such as DEST where applicable.
Your score and post preference matter, so preparation should focus on written exam performance and accuracy.
Related questions
- What replaces the interview in SSC CGL?
- There is no interview replacement as a personality test. Selection depends on CBT performance, document verification and applicable skill tests.
Exam Action
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Keep the answer short and practical. If the rule affects documents, calculator use, timing, attempts, or marking, write it into your final exam checklist.
Mock simulation
Practise your next SSC CGL mock test using the same rule. This prevents surprises during the real CBT and makes your preparation closer to exam conditions.
Verification
Rules can change by cycle. Use this page for preparation clarity, then confirm final instructions from the official SSC notification and admit-card instructions.
Rules can change by recruitment cycle. Confirm the latest instructions at ssc.gov.in.
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