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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will release the SSC CGL AAO Notification 2026 likely in March, 2026 on its official website ssc.gov.in. The Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) and Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) posts are among the most prestigious Group "B" Gazetted positions under the Central Government, offering a high-paying salary, career advancement, and key responsibilities in financial oversight. This article provides complete information on AAO post in SSC CGL, including eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, cut-off, and the official notification PDF link.
How to download SSC CGL AAO Notification 2026 PDF?
The official SSC CGL Notification will contain all key details regarding the AAO/ACO posts under SSC CGL 2026. Once released, candidates can download the PDF directly from the link below:
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How to become AAO in SSC CGL?
To become an AAO through SSC CGL, you must clear Tier 1 and Tier 2 with high marks, meet the eligibility criteria, and secure a top rank to get allotted the Assistant Audit Officer post.
What is the qualification for AAO in SSC CGL?
Candidates who are interested in the position of Assistant Audit/Account Officer must be well aware of the qualification which will be released along with SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria. These criteria need to be fulfilled by the candidates in order to be eligible for the examination. We have mentioned below the detailed eligibility criteria for all the candidates.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 years |
| Maximum Age Limit | 30 years (Candidates should not exceed 30 years of age) |
| Essential Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or Institute |
| Desirable Qualification | Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) / Company Secretary (CS) OR Master's in Commerce / Business Studies / Business Administration (Finance) / Business Economics |
| Additional Requirement | Must qualify the "Subordinate Audit/Accounts Service Examination" during the probation period for confirmation and regular appointment as AAO |
How many tiers are in SSC CGL AAO?
The examination consists of Two Tiers and the final merit list is released after the completion of both tiers. We have mentioned below the exam pattern for Tier 1 and Tier 2.
What is SSC CGL AAO Exam Pattern?
SSC CGL Exam Pattern for AAO post has Tier 1 with 100 questions (60 mins) and Tier 2 with Papers on Maths, Reasoning, English, GA, Finance & Economics, Computer Knowledge.
SSC CGL AAO Tier 1 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for SSC CGL AAO Tier 1 is as follows:
| Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General English | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Note: Total Duration of Tier 1 Exam is 60 minutes
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SSC CGL AAO Tier 2 Exam Pattern
In this phase, two exams are conducted on the same day, the details of the Tier-II exams are listed below. The merit list will be prepared on the basis of the overall performance of candidates in the Tier-II Examination only. Total time duration is 2 hours 15 minutes for Paper – 1 and 2 hours for Paper 3.
| Paper | Session | Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| I | I (2 hours and 15 minutes) | I (1 hour ) | Module I – Mathematical abilities Module II – Reasoning and General Intelligence | 3030Total – 60 | 60 x 3= 180 |
| | | II (1 hour ) | Module I – English Language ComprehensionModule II – General Awareness | 4525
Total = 70 | 70 x 3 =210 |
| | | III (15 minutes) | Module – I – Computer Knowledge module | 20 | 20 x 3 = 60 |
| | II (15 minutes) | III | Module – II : Data Entry Speed Test | One data entry task | |
| III | 2 hours | | General Studies (Finance & Economics) | 100 | 100 x 2= 200 |
| | | | Total | 500 | 850 |
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What is the syllabus for AAO in SSC CGL 2026?
We have mentioned below the detailed Paper III Syllabus of Tier 2 for the SSC CGL AAO 2026 which will be released along with the SSC CGL Syllabus.
| Part | Subjects/Topics | Subtopics |
|---|
| Part A(Finance and Accounts – 80 Marks) | Fundamental Principles & Basic Concepts of Accounting | - Financial Accounting: Nature, scope, limitations- Basic Concepts and Conventions- GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) |
| Basic Concepts of Accounting | - Single and Double Entry- Books of Original Entry- Bank Reconciliation- Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance- Rectification of Errors- Manufacturing, Trading, P&L, Appropriation Accounts- Balance Sheet- Capital vs. Revenue Expenditure- Depreciation Accounting- Valuation of Inventories |
| Accounts of Non-Profit Organizations | - Receipts & Payments Account- Income & Expenditure Account |
| Other Accounting Concepts | - Bills of Exchange- Self-Balancing Ledgers |
| Part B(Economics and Governance – 120 Marks) | Comptroller & Auditor General of India | - Constitutional Provisions- Role and Responsibilities |
| Finance Commission | - Role and Functions |
| Basic Concepts of Economics & Microeconomics | - Definition, Scope, Nature of Economics- Methods of Study- Central Problems of an Economy- Production Possibilities Curve |
| Theory of Demand and Supply | - Determinants of Demand- Law of Demand, Elasticity- Marshallian & Indifference Curve Analysis- Determinants of Supply- Law & Elasticity of Supply |
| Theory of Production and Cost | - Factors of Production- Laws of Variable Proportions- Laws of Returns to Scale |
| Market Forms & Price Determination | - Perfect Competition- Monopoly- Monopolistic Competition- Oligopoly |
| Indian Economy | - Nature and Sectoral Role (Agriculture, Industry, Services)- National Income Concepts & Measurement- Population Growth & Its Impact- Poverty: Types, Causes- Unemployment: Types, Incidence- Infrastructure: Energy, Transport, Communication |
| Economic Reforms Since 1991 | - Liberalisation- Privatisation- Globalisation- Disinvestment |
| Money and Banking | - RBI: Role and Functions- Commercial Banks/RRBs/Payment Banks- Monetary and Fiscal Policy |
| Fiscal Policy & Governance | - Budget & Fiscal Deficits- Balance of Payments- FRBM Act, 2003 |
| Role of IT in Governance | - E-Governance and Technological Initiatives |
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SSC CGL AAO Cut-Off (2017-2023)
SSC CGL AAO Cut Off 2026 will be released after Tier 2. Candidates will be able to download the cut-off from the official website of the SSC once it is released. We will also update you with the SSC CGL AAO Cut-Off 2026 once it is released officially. Till then, candidates can check the SSC CGL Previous Year Cut-Off to have a better understanding.
| Category | 2023 | 2022 | 2020-21 | 2019-20 | 2018-19 | 2017 |
|---|
| UR (General) | 169.67 | 158.36560 | 167.45963 | 180.12237 | 170.00 | 148.00 |
| OBC | 166.29 | 152.92049 | 161.36748 | 172.76640 | 165.00 | 135.50 |
| SC | 154.29 | 137.54533 | 145.28912 | 156.73419 | 148.97 | 125.50 |
| ST | 148.99 | 131.03984 | 140.97604 | 151.46077 | 141.86 | 119.00 |
| EWS | 167.18 | 154.80185 | 164.00018 | 175.31247 | – | – |
| OH | 147.95 | 128.59598 | 135.76854 | 147.08520 | 132.90 | 111.50 |
| HH | 126.86 | 96.45331 | 109.04331 | 117.49075 | 102.45 | 75.00 |
| PWD Others | 109.83 | 72.79273 | 95.12633 | 83.70627 | – | – |
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What is SSC CGL AAO Salary?
The SSC CGL Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) and Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) posts are among the highest-paying positions offered through the SSC CGL exam. These Group "B" Gazetted posts fall under Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100). The initial in-hand salary of an SSC CGL AAO ranges between ₹65,000 to ₹75,000 per month, depending on the city of posting (X, Y, or Z category). Along with the lucrative pay, AAOs are entitled to various perks and allowances, such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical and Pension Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Gratuity and NPS contributions
These benefits make the AAO post highly desirable among SSC aspirants. Additionally, the post offers immense career growth, with promotions to Senior AO, Deputy Director, and Director levels within ministries and CAG offices.
What are the key takeaways?
Below are the key takeaways:
- SSC CGL AAO 2026 Notification expected in March 2026 on ssc.gov.in.
- AAO/ACO posts are prestigious Group "B" Gazetted positions with high salary and career growth.
- Eligibility: Bachelor's degree required; CA, CMA, CS, or Master's in Commerce/Finance desirable.
- Exam consists of Tier 1 (100 questions, 60 mins) and Tier 2 (Mathematics, Reasoning, English, GA, Finance & Economics, Computer Knowledge).
- Tier 1 & 2 scores determine merit and final allotment to AAO post.
- Detailed syllabus covers Accounting, Economics, Governance, Finance, Banking, and IT in governance.
- Cut-offs vary by category; previous year trends available for reference.
- Salary: ₹65,000–₹75,000 per month with DA, HRA, TA, LTC, Gratuity, NPS, and career growth to senior roles.
- Candidates must clear Tier 1 & 2 with high marks and meet eligibility to become AAO.
- Official PDFs for notification, syllabus, and previous year papers will be available on ssc.gov.in.
