SSC CGL 2024 Cut off: The declaration of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-1 results for 2024 has sparked outrage among aspirants, reigniting debates about fairness and transparency in recruitment exams.
With results out on December 6, the accompanying cut-off marks have left many aspirants perplexed and disheartened. Despite a significant increase in vacancies this year, the cut-offs have soared, making it harder than ever for candidates to progress to Tier-2, scheduled for January 18-20, 2025.
A New Record for Steep Cut-Offs
For candidates across categories, this year’s cut-offs exceed 150 marks—a figure far higher than in previous years. With approximately 2.5 times more vacancies than last year, one would expect lower cut-offs, enabling more candidates to clear Tier-1. However, the high cut-off has fueled speculation about systemic inefficiencies or worse.
Adding to the discontent is the revelation that multiple candidates from the same exam centers made it through to Tier-2, raising questions about fairness in the selection process.
On social media, hashtags like #SSC_जवाब_दो, #SSC_SCAM, and #SSCCGL2024 have been trending, with over 2.8 lakh tweets, at the time of writing. Aspirants are using these platforms to vent frustrations and demand accountability.
“SSC will have to answer: why is the cut-off so high despite 2.5 times more candidates?”
The disappointment among aspirants is palpable. For many, the result has become a bitter pill to swallow, especially for those narrowly missing the cut.
“Everyone who has been waiting for the result suddenly lost their peace of mind. Aspirants in their last attempt missed by just one mark—it’s unfair! Really need a protest against #SSC_SCAM.”
Further, allegations of errors in result formatting and corruption have only deepened mistrust in the system:
“SSC CGL 2024 Tier-1 results show multiple candidates’ roll numbers crammed into the same line. This creates confusion and reflects poor formatting.”
A Pattern of Controversy in SSC Exams
This isn’t the first time the SSC has found itself in hot water. Back in 2017, allegations of a paper leak in the SSC CGL exam caused massive uproar. The controversy grew so severe that the Supreme Court considered canceling the entire examination, citing the inability to separate tainted candidates from innocent ones.
A PTI report from October 2018 quoted the Supreme Court saying:
“Sometimes a hard decision has to be taken to send a message to those involved that such activities won’t benefit anyone.”
Advocate Prashant Bhushan, representing the petitioners, had then argued that private contractor Sify Technologies, which conducted the exam, had failed to maintain integrity, leading the court to suggest future exams be conducted by a more secure agency such as the National Testing Agency or CBSE.
Deja Vu for Aspirants
The systemic issues surrounding SSC exams—ranging from alleged corruption to technical flaws—seem to persist. For aspirants burning the midnight oil, these controversies cast a shadow over their hard work.
“Corruption in SSC exams is eroding faith in education. Paper leaks, bribes, and cartels are crushing meritorious students’ dreams. Awareness and stricter punishments are needed to restore integrity.”
What Lies Ahead for SSC CGL 2024?
The recurring issues with SSC CGL and other recruitment exams beg the question: Are our systems robust enough to ensure fairness and transparency? While technology and stricter protocols have been introduced, loopholes continue to surface. The recent events serve as reminders of the stakes involved—not just for the candidates but for the credibility of public institutions. How long will aspirants endure uncertainty while the system grapples with issues of its own making?
