For SSC CGL Tier 2, the number of candidates is typically around 1.4 lakh to 1.5 lakh in a recent cycle, with one reported 2025 Tier 2 figure at 1,39,395 candidates qualified to appear. Another general estimate says the shortlist often falls in the 1.5 to 2.5 lakh range depending on vacancies and cut-offs.

What this means

  • Recent concrete figure: 1,39,395 candidates were qualified for Tier 2 in SSC CGL 2025.
  • Typical range: roughly 1.5 to 2.5 lakh shortlisted from Tier 1 in some years.
  • Appeared vs qualified: the number who actually appear can be a bit lower than the number who qualify, depending on attendance.

Simple takeaway

If you want a single practical answer, say about 1.4 lakh candidates appear for SSC CGL Tier 2 in a recent cycle.

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MeasureFigure
Qualified for Tier 2 in 20251,39,395
Common shortlist range1.5 to 2.5 lakh
One attendance example123,496 appeared out of 165,597
**TL;DR:** SSC CGL Tier 2 usually sees **around 1.4 lakh candidates** , though the shortlist can vary by year and vacancies.