Budget For SSC CGL, CHSL: Where Can You Prepare For SSC Exams, How Much Does It Cost?
Every year, lakhs of students appear in the exams conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for government jobs in various departments or divisions under the Union Government. The most sought-after are the Graduate and Higher Secondary level posts for which candidates who have graduated college or hold senior secondary-level (Class 12) qualifications are eligible. A majority of aspirants appear in exams like the Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL), Combined Higher Secondary Level (SSC CHSL), Junior Engineer (SSC JE) and Central Police Organisation (SSC CPO) among others.
Dozens of coaching institutions provide courses to help applicants clear these “sarkari naukri” – government job – exams. The institutes provide live classes, test series and study material covering the SSC CGL syllabus, SSC CHSL syllabus among others . The classes or the validity of online subscriptions last a few weeks to a few months. Based on fee structures stated officially and conversations with candidates, Careers360 has estimated the cost of preparing for the exams conducted by the SSC.
Following are the details of the courses and expenses that a candidate can expect to incur, as per rates that were prevalent in mid-February, 2022.
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Career Launcher | Multiple Cities
Career Launcher has over 200 branches providing coaching in more than 100 cities including Delhi, Pune, Mumbai and Jaipur. It provides coaching for SSC CGL Tier-1, SSC CPO (SI and ASI), SSC CGL Tier 2, SSC CHSL and SSC CPO Paper 2. Following are details of the fees:
Name of the course | Fee (In Rs) |
SSC PREMIUM Classroom Program | 40,000 |
SSC Comprehensive (Tier 1 + Tier 2) | 22,000 |
SSC Tier I Classroom - Platinum | 16,700 |
SSC Tier I Classroom - Gold | 14,200 |
Website: careerlauncher.com
Career Power | Multiple Cities
Career Power is a well-known institute for SSC coaching in north India which offers classes for almost every SSC exam. It has branches in multiple cities including Delhi-NCR, Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Chandigarh and Bengaluru (Karnataka). One can take free demonstration classes before joining any of the paid courses. It provides regular classes, online and offline test series and extra doubt-clearing sessions. It even offers timings that are best suited to students. The duration of the courses are usually four months to six months.
The fees for various SSC exams range from Rs 12,000 to Rs 17,000.
Website: careerpower.in
KD Campus | Delhi, Lucknow, Agra
It is considered one of the foremost institutes for SSC exam preparation in north India. It is known for its experienced teachers and successful candidates. Over the years, many students who have trained for their Staff Selection Commission exams here have secured high ranks. Apart from coaching classes, it provides study material and test series. The duration of the courses is usually five to six months. The fees vary across cities, but on an average, range from Rs 12,000 to Rs 16,000 for the full course.
Website: kdcampus.org
SSC CGL, CHSL Coaching By City
The institutes above are the top institutes that offer coaching in more than one city of India. Apart from these, there are many institutions which, together with their branches, operate in single cities. A large number of these are concentrated in Delhi-NCR. Some are listed below.
Vidya Guru | Delhi-NCR
In a very short span of time, Vidya Guru has become a big name in providing coaching for SSC exams. It provides regular classes, test series and study materials among other resources. Its centres are in Rohini, Laxmi Nagar, Pitampura and Tilak Nagar in Delhi. The duration of the courses varies from four months to six months. The fees for various SSC exams range from Rs 11,000 to Rs 15,000.
Website: vidyaguru.in
Success Mantra | Delhi-NCR
Success Mantra is another well-regarded coaching institute for SSC exam preparation in Delhi. It is located in Saket. Apart from coaching classes, it provides study material and mock tests. The duration of the courses varies from five months to seven months. The fees for various SSC exams range from Rs 12,000 to Rs 17,000.
Website: smacademy.co.in
Plutus Academy | Delhi-NCR
Plutus Academy provides both offline and online classes and video lectures, study materials, test series and even access to a library. The duration of the courses varies from four months to six months. It is located in Karol Bagh and NOIDA, Gautam Buddh Nagar. Its fee ranges from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000.
Website: plutusacademy.com
Gyan Classes | Delhi-NCR
Gyan Classes in Saket, another major name, also emphasise on the personality development of students. It provides mock tests, exam preparation tips and demo interview sessions. The duration of the courses varies from three months to seven months. The fee ranges from Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,000.
Website: Not available
Gravity Institute | Delhi-NCR
Gravity Institute aims to provide high-quality, result-oriented SSC training. The duration of the courses varies from five months to six months. It is located in Saket, Sarojini Nagar and Mahipalpur. Its fee ranges from Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000.
Website: gravityinstitute.co.in
Questions related to SSC CGL
On Question asked by student community
Hello Aspirant,
Yes, there is a photo requirement issue here. For SSC CGL 2026, the official notification clearly says candidates must not wear spectacles while capturing the live photograph. Applications with photographs not meeting the prescribed requirements may be rejected.
However, it does not mean your form will definitely be
For a fresher preparing for SSC CGL, the most important thing is not simply choosing the most popular coaching institute but finding one that provides regular offline classes, doubt sessions, mock tests and proper guidance.
You can consider established SSC coaching institutes available in your city and compare them based
Dear Aspirant,
The SSC CGL (Group C and Group B posts) 2026 examination schedule is released by the Staff Selection Commission through its annual examination calendar. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website for the latest notification, application dates, and examination schedule.
Hello Dear Student,
If you've lost your hall ticket number, you can recover it by:
- Contacting your school where you appeared for the SSC examination.
- Visiting the official website of your State Board and using the available "Forgot Hall Ticket Number" or student search service (if provided).
- Contacting the State
Hello Dear Student,
Yes, you are eligible for SSC MTS, CHSL, and Stenographer, and if you hold a graduation degree, you are also eligible for SSC CGL. Since your board marksheet lists your overall status as "PASS" by replacing Physics with Physical Education, SSC only requires proof of passing the