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SSC CGL 2025 Tentative Vacancy List Out – Check Department-Wise Openings!

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has unveiled the highly anticipated tentative vacancies for CGL 2025, opening doors to 14,582 prestigious Group B and C positions. This release marks a critical milestone for lakhs of government job aspirants targeting ministries like Finance, Labour, and External Affairs. With category-wise reservations detailed and corrections window closed, here’s your strategic analysis.

SSC CGL 2025 Vacancy List Released
Listen up, future officers! The SSC has dropped the provisional vacancy list for CGL 2025 on its official portal (ssc.gov.in). While the list lacks state/zone splits, it does specify reservation quotas across categories—crucial for your application strategy. Remember: These numbers are tentative and may shift post-results.

Key Highlights
Total Vacancies: 14,582 Group B & C posts
Application Deadlines: Fee payment closed July 5; corrections ended July 11, 2025.
Critical Note: Always cross-check the final notification—this is a preliminary list!

Department-Wise Breakdown (Top Roles)
Here’s where your future could take shape:
CBIC, Ministry of Finance:
Inspector (Examiner): 137 posts (UR:68, SC:18, ST:24, OBC:13, EWS:14)
Inspector (Preventive Officer): 353 posts (UR:138, SC:75, ST:20, OBC:91, EWS:29)
Inspector (Central Excise): 1,306 posts – the highest single role!
EPFO, Labour Ministry: Assistant Section Officer (ASO): 94 posts
Enforcement Directorate: Assistant Enforcement Officer: 18 posts
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA): ASO: 100 posts
Intelligence Bureau (IB): ASO: 197 posts
CBI: Sub-Inspector (SI): 93 posts
CBDT, Finance Ministry: Inspector of Income Tax: 389 posts
(PWD reservations are integrated into these totals, covering OH, HH, VH & other categories)

Trends & Comparisons
Vacancies fluctuate yearly based on ministry demands:
2024: 18,174 posts (General: 7,567; SC: 2,762; ST: 1,606; OBC: 4,521; EWS: 1,718)
2023: 8,415 posts
2022: 37,409 posts (record high!)

Strategic Takeaways
Prioritize High-Vacancy Roles: Focus on CBIC Inspector (Central Excise) or CBDT Inspector for better odds.
Reservation Clarity: Use category-wise splits to gauge competition—EWS and OBC have significant stakes in ASO/Inspector roles.
Stay Updated: Tentative lists evolve! Bookmark SSC’s portal for revisions.
Past Patterns: While 2025 vacancies are lower than 2022’s peak, they outnumber 2023—stay optimistic but pragmatic.

This isn’t just a list—it’s your roadmap. Scrutinize department preferences, align your preparation with high-volume posts, and treat “tentative” as a call for vigilance. The real battle begins after Tier-I results. Stay sharp, future bureaucrats!