The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 (CHSL 2026) to recruit approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. These openings are across various Ministries, Departments, and Central Government Offices across India for Group ‘C’ posts, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and DEO Grade ‘A’.
Eligible 12th-pass male and female candidates can submit their online application forms through the official SSC portal at ssc.gov.in or the official mySSC Mobile App. Below is the complete schedule, category-wise eligibility requirements, updated Tier-I exam pattern, salary structure, and step-by-step application procedure.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Recruitment Event / Activity | Official Timeline & Schedule |
| Official Notification Release Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Form Submission | 07 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 08 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 14 October to 16 October 2026 |
| Tier-I Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tier-II Exam Date | To be notified |
SSC CHSL 2026 Recruitment: Overview
| Parameter | Official Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Exam 2026 |
| Posts Offered | LDC, JSA, DEO, and DEO Grade ‘A’ |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 2,536 Posts |
| Job Category | Central Government Group ‘C’ Jobs |
| Minimum Qualification | Class 12th Pass (10+2) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years (as on 01-08-2026) |
| Selection Method | Tier-I (CBT) → Tier-II (CBT & Skill/Typing Test) → DV |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Details
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Pay Matrix Level | Expected Gross Salary |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 12th Pass from a recognized Board | Pay Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – 63,200) | Rs. 32,000 – 38,000/month |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 12th Pass (Science stream with Maths for specific Ministries) | Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) / Pay Level 5 | Rs. 40,000 – 48,000/month |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | 12th Pass in Science with Mathematics | Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) | Rs. 40,000 – 48,000/month |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification (As on 07-10-2026)
- For LDC / JSA & General DEO Posts: Candidates must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- For DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in NITI Aayog, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, etc.: Candidates must have passed Class 12th in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board.
2. Age Limit (Calculated as on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years (Born not later than 01 August 2008)
- Maximum Age: 27 Years (Born not earlier than 02 August 1999)
Upper Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 Years (after deduction of military service)
Examination Scheme & Selection Process
The SSC CHSL 2026 selection process involves two computer-based stages:
Tier-I Exam Pattern (Objective Type)
- Note: Sectional timing of 15 minutes per subject has been introduced for Tier-I.
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Sectional Duration |
| English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Intelligence (Reasoning) | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Math) | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 Marks | 60 Minutes |
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in Tier-I.
Tier-II Exam Structure
- Session I (2 Hours 15 Minutes):
- Section I: Mathematical Abilities & Reasoning (180 Marks)
- Section II: English Language & General Awareness (180 Marks)
- Section III: Computer Knowledge Module (45 Marks, Qualifying Nature)
- Session II:
- Section IV: Skill Test for DEO / Typing Test for LDC/JSA (Qualifying Nature)
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
| All Female Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
How to Apply Online for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the new official portal of the Staff Selection Commission at
ssc.gov.inor download the mySSC App. - Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t registered on the new portal (
ssc.gov.in). Note: Registrations from the old ssc.nic.in website are invalid. - Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Go to the “Live Examinations” tab and click on “Apply” next to Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026.
- Verify personal details, select 3 preferred examination centres, and fill in educational qualification details.
- Capture a live photograph using your web camera/mobile app camera and upload a clear scanned signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- (if applicable) using BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Cards.
- Submit the application form and download a printout of the final confirmation form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. SSC CHSL recruitment 2026 ka online form kab se kab tak bhara jayega?
SSC CHSL 2026 ka online application form 07 September 2026 से 07 October 2026 (रात 11:00 बजे तक) bhara jayega.
2. Kya 12th appearing students SSC CHSL 2026 form bhar sakte hain?
Haan, 12th appearing candidates aavedan kar sakte hain lekin unke paas 07 October 2026 (Cut-off date) tak 12th pass ka official certificate/marksheet hona anivarya hai.
3. SSC CHSL 2026 me kitne posts par vacancy nikli hai?
SSC CHSL 2026 notification ke tehat kul 2,536 tentative vacancies (LDC, JSA, aur DEO posts) ke liye notification jari kiya gaya hai.
4. SSC CHSL Tier-I exam pattern me kya naya badlav hua hai?
SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I exam me har ek section ke liye 15 minute ka fixed sectional timer lagu kiya gaya hai. Iske alawa answer key challenge fee ko Rs. 100 se ghatakar Rs. 50 per question kar diya gaya hai.
