SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2536 Posts

SSC CHSL Examination 2026 Announced

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. This examination is for recruitment to Group C posts, including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operators (DEO) in various government departments and offices.

Job Highlights

This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 2536 tentative vacancies across different government ministries and departments. The selection process involves a competitive examination. Candidates are advised to check the specific post requirements carefully.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

There are approximately 2536 tentative vacancies for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The final number of vacancies will be confirmed later. Updated post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be made available on the SSC website in due course.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa, Malawi, Zambia, Ethiopia, Vietnam or from other countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
• Age Limit: Candidates should be between 18 and 27 years old as of the crucial date for age reckoning.
• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Intermediate or Higher Secondary or 10+2 or Senior Secondary examination from a recognized Board or University.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have successfully completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. The result of the qualifying examination must have been declared on or before the cut-off date, which is 07 October 2026.

Age Limit Details

The age limit for the posts is 18-27 years. This means candidates should have been born not before a specific date and not later than a specific date (as per the notification). Age relaxations are applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service rendered.
• Central Government Civilian Employees (with 3 years regular service): Up to 40 years of age.
• Central Government Civilian Employees (SC/ST with 3 years regular service): Up to 45 years of age.

The crucial date for age reckoning is fixed as per DoP&T OM.

Application Fee

The application fee details are not explicitly mentioned in the provided extract. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for the exact application fee and payment instructions.

Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scales for the posts are as follows:

• Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200)
• Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300)
• Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A': Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100)

Selection Process

The selection process will be based on a competitive examination. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the Tier-I and Tier-II examinations. Document Verification (DV) will be conducted by the User Departments/ Ministries/ Organizations after the final result is declared.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official SSC website. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed instructions provided in the official notification and on the SSC website. Ensure all details are filled correctly before the closing date.

Documents Required

Candidates will need to produce original certificates such as Mark sheets, Provisional Certificates, etc., for completion of Intermediate/ Higher Secondary/ 10+2/ Senior Secondary at the time of Document Verification. If possessing equivalent educational qualifications, an Equivalence Certificate from the concerned authorities will be required.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria before applying.
• Only male candidates are eligible for vacancies in the Border Roads Organization (BRO).
• The result of the qualifying educational qualification must have been declared by the Board/ University on or before the cut-off date (07 October 2026).
• Candidates are advised to check the official website for any updates or further information.
• Women candidates are encouraged to apply as the government strives for gender balance in its workforce.

FAQs

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here