SSC CGL Exam Analysis 7 October 2026 — All Shifts
SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 · Updated 7 Oct, 11:32 am IST
The SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam was conducted on 7 October 2026 across three shifts. Shift 1 has been reported as easy to moderate overall, with candidates attempting between 65 and 86 questions successfully. Shifts 2 and 3 are still pending analysis and will be updated once sufficient candidate feedback is available. All figures presented are unofficial, and SSC normalises scores across shifts to ensure comparability.
| Shift | Timing | Overall | Good attempts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM IST | Easy to Moderate (most reports) | 65–86 overall | Full analysis → |
| Shift 2 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM IST | Coming soon | — | Full analysis → |
| Shift 3 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM IST | Coming soon | — | Full analysis → |
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FAQs
What was the overall difficulty level of the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam on 7 October 2026?
Based on the reported data for Shift 1, the exam was generally easy to moderate. Reasoning sections were mostly easy, General Studies leaned easy, Mathematics was moderate with some advanced topics, and English had a mix of easy vocabulary items and tougher passage/grammar questions.
How many questions did candidates attempt successfully on the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam on 7 October 2026?
Candidates in Shift 1 reported attempting between 65 and 86 questions well. This range reflects the unofficial figures gathered from candidate reviews.
When will the analysis for Shifts 2 and 3 of the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam on 7 October 2026 be available?
The analysis for Shifts 2 and 3 is pending and will be added a few hours after each shift ends, once enough candidate reviews have been collected.
Are the figures provided for the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam on 7 October 2026 official?
No, the figures are unofficial and are derived from candidate feedback. Official results and scores will be released by SSC separately.
How does SSC normalise scores across different shifts for the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam on 7 October 2026?
SSC applies a standardisation process that adjusts raw scores from each shift to a common scale, ensuring that candidates are compared fairly regardless of the shift they attended.