SSC CHSL Notification 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 notification for recruitment to Group C posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and DEO Grade ‘A’ in various Central Government departments and organisations. The notification mentions approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies.
SSC CHSL Notification 2026 Short Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
| Post Name | LDC/JSA, DEO, DEO Grade ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancy | Approx. 2,536 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
The vacancies are tentative and the final post-wise/category-wise vacancy position will be updated by SSC later.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Date
Online applications are open from 07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026, while the online fee payment facility is available up to 08 October 2026. The application correction window will remain open from 14 October to 16 October 2026. Tier-I and Tier-II examination dates will be announced later.
SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026 Details
The recruitment is being conducted for the following posts:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’
There are approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. The final vacancy details will be published by SSC after receiving and scrutinising vacancy information from the concerned departments.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for LDC/JSA and most DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ posts must have passed Class 12th or an equivalent examination from a recognised Board or University.
However, for DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.
Candidates appearing in the 12th examination can also apply, provided they obtain the required qualification by 07 October 2026.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01 August 2026. Candidates should have been born between 02 August 1999 and 01 August 2008.
Age relaxation is available according to Government of India rules, including 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD candidates, subject to applicable conditions.
SSC CHSL 2026 Salary
The post-wise pay scales mentioned in the notification are:
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| LDC/JSA | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| DEO | Level-4/5 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application fee is ₹100. Women candidates, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the fee. Payment can be made through UPI, Net Banking or debit cards.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The SSC CHSL 2026 selection process consists of:
- Tier-I Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test/Typing Test, wherever applicable
- Document Verification
- Final Post/Department Allocation
Candidates are shortlisted for Tier-II based on Tier-I performance. Final merit is prepared using marks obtained in Tier-II Sections I and II, subject to qualifying the required sections and skill/typing test.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
Tier-I
Tier-I contains 100 questions for 200 marks:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
The duration is 60 minutes, with sectional timing. There is a 0.50-mark negative marking for every wrong answer.
Tier-II
Tier-II includes Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English Language & Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and Skill/Typing Test. Sections I and II carry 180 marks each, while the Computer Knowledge Test carries 45 marks and is qualifying in nature.
For Tier-II Sections I, II and III, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
How to Apply SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in and select SSC CHSL 2026.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload/capture the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Carefully preview the application form.
- Submit the form and keep a copy for future reference.
SSC has specifically stated that the old OTR created on ssc.nic.in will not work on the new website; candidates need OTR on ssc.gov.in.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| SSC CHSL 2026 Application Form | Click Here |
| SSC CHSL Notification 2026 | Click Here |
| SSC Official Website | Click Here |
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| Free Job Update, Homepage | freejobsupdate.com |
FAQs – SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the SSC CHSL 2026 last date?
The last date is 07 October 2026, 11:00 PM.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies.
Q3. What is the qualification for SSC CHSL?
Generally, candidates must have passed 12th Class from a recognised Board/University.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100; eligible exempted categories do not have to pay it.
Q5. When will the SSC CHSL 2026 exam be held?
The Tier-I and Tier-II examination schedules will be notified later by SSC.
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