SSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online

🚨SSC Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out | Apply Online

SSC ASO Recruitment 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 Notification. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their online applications for the post of Assistant Section Officer (ASO). This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a prestigious Central Government career with an attractive salary, career progression, and long-term job security.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online to ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria.taff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC ASO Recruitment 2026 notification for the Assistant Section Officer / Assistant Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025. A total of 341 vacancies are available across the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) under DoPT and the Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell). Eligible departmental candidates can apply online from 25 June 2026 to 16 July 2026 (up to 11:00 PM). The Computer Based Examination is scheduled tentatively in August 2026 in Delhi-NCR only.

📌Recruitment Overview

Eligibility Criteria

SSC ASO Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise

🎓Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.

• Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions prescribed in the official notification.

💰Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.

Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- Per Month

Additional Benefits:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)

• House Rent Allowance (HRA)

• Transport Allowance (TA)

• Medical Facilities

• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)

• National Pension System (NPS)

• Annual Increment & Promotion Opportunities

📋Selection Process

The selection process may include:

• Written Examination

• Skill Test (if applicable)

• Document Verification

• Medical Examination (where applicable)

📄Documents Required

• Graduation Certificate

• Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID

• Passport Size Photograph

• Signature

• Category Certificate (if applicable)

• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

SSC ASO Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Who Can Apply

The SSC ASO Limited Departmental Exam 2025 is not open to the general public. Only serving government officials of the specific feeder cadres are eligible. The crucial date for counting approved service is 1 July 2025 for both cadres. Candidates must ensure they meet the exact conditions as specified below before applying.

Eligibility for Central Secretariat Service (CSS), DoPT

Any officer in the Upper Division Grade of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service who, as on 01 July 2025, has rendered not less than six years' approved service in that grade is eligible to appear.

Eligibility for Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell)

Officers in the Upper Division Clerk Grade of the MEA Service who, as on 01 July 2025, have (a) successfully completed such mandatory training programme(s) as prescribed by the Ministry of External Affairs and (b) rendered not less than six years' approved service in the grade are eligible.

🌟How can Apply SSC ASO recruitment?

1. Visit the official SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in

2. Click on "Register Now" under the Login or Register section to complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done on the new website.

3. During OTR, opt for Aadhaar-Based Authentication as advised by the Commission.

4. After OTR is complete, log in using your Registration Number and password.

5. Click the "Apply" link under "Assistant Section Officer / Assistant Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025" in the Live Exam tab.

6. Fill in departmental details - select your Cadre/Service, joining date of feeder service, and length of service.

7. Capture a live photograph using webcam/smartphone as prompted (no pre-existing photo allowed).

8. Upload your scanned signature in JPEG format (10–20 KB, dimensions: 6 cm × 2 cm).

9. Upload mandatory documents including certified true copy of Service Book (first page) and particulars of service. PwBD candidates must also upload their disability certificate.

10. Review all entries in the Preview section, accept the declaration, and click Submit Application.

11. Take a printout of the submitted application form.

12. Submit the printed copy along with all required documents through your Head of Department / Head of Office to SSC (NR), New Delhi, by 23 July 2026.