1,871 Vacancies
Age: 18-30 yrs
Qualification: Science / B.Sc
Post: 10 Sept 2026
Expired
Staff Selection Commission
📍 All India
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 2536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts |
| Total Posts | 2,536 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 – 27 years |
| Application Fee | ST: No Fee · Female: No Fee · SC: No Fee · PWD (PH): No Fee · EWS: ₹100 · General: ₹100 · OBC: ₹100 |
| Job Category | Central Government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start | 07 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 Oct 2026 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CHSL 2026). Eligible 12th-pass candidates can apply online for approximately 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies for LDC, JSA, DEO and DEO Grade 'A' posts in various Ministries, Departments and Government offices across India. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notice for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026, inviting online applications for Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade 'A' posts. SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 offers approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies across various Ministries, Departments, and Offices of the Government of India. Applications open on 07 September 2026 and close on 07 October 2026.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
🏢 Recruiting Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
📝 Examination Name | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
💼 Posts | LDC/JSA, DEO & DEO Grade 'A' |
🔢 Total Vacancies | 2,536 (Tentative) |
📍 Job Location | All India |
🎓 Qualification | 12th Pass |
🖥️ Application Mode | Online |
📅 Application Start Date | 07 September 2026 |
⏳ Last Date | 07 October 2026 |
💰 Application Fee | ₹100/- |
🌐 Official Website |
The 2,536 vacancies are tentative, and the detailed post-wise/category-wise breakup is expected to be published separately by SSC.
🟢 Online Application Start: 07 September 2026
🔴 Last Date to Apply Online: 07 October 2026 (11:00 PM)
💳 Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 October 2026 (11:00 PM)
✏️ Application Correction Window: 14 October to 16 October 2026
📝 Tier-I Examination: To be notified later
🖥️ Tier-II Examination: To be notified later
Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Included in 2,536 tentative vacancies |
Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Included in 2,536 tentative vacancies |
Data Entry Operator Grade 'A' | Included in 2,536 tentative vacancies |
Total | 2,536 Posts (Tentative) |
Note: SSC has announced the overall tentative vacancy figure. The detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution has not yet been released separately.
Candidates must have passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
Candidates must have passed 12th Standard in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject for the specified departments/posts mentioned in the official notification.
Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination may also apply, subject to fulfilling the required qualification by the prescribed cut-off date.
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years
Age Reference Date: As per the SSC CHSL 2026 notification
Candidates born not before 02 August 1999 and not later than 01 August 2008 are eligible within the prescribed age range. Applicable age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved categories as per Government rules.
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC / Others | ₹100/- |
Women Candidates | Nil |
SC | Nil |
ST | Nil |
PwBD | Nil |
Eligible Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Post | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
LDC / JSA | Pay Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
DEO | Pay Level-4 / Level-5 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
DEO Grade 'A' | Pay Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
The actual in-hand salary will depend on the posting location and applicable allowances.
The selection process is expected to include:
Tier-I – Computer Based Examination
Tier-II – Computer Based Examination
Skill Test / Typing Test, wherever applicable
Document Verification
Final Selection
Candidates should carefully check the post-specific requirements in the official SSC notification before applying.
Visit the SSC Official Website.
Complete the required registration/login process.
Find the SSC CHSL Examination 2026 application link.
Fill in personal, educational and other required details.
Upload the required documents as instructed.
Pay the application fee, if applicable.
Submit the application form before 07 October 2026.
Download and save the final submitted application form for future reference.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 07 Sept 2026 |
| Application End | 07 Oct 2026 |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| ST | No Fee |
| Female | No Fee |
| SC | No Fee |
| PWD (PH) | No Fee |
| EWS | ₹100 |
| General | ₹100 |
| OBC | ₹100 |
Quick checks for this recruitment (Staff Selection Commission). Confirm every point against the official notification PDF.
Read the official notification
Open the official PDF for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 2536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts and confirm eligibility, age cutoff date, fee rules, and document specs before you start the form.
Register on the Staff Selection Commission portal
Create an account with an email and mobile number you will keep active for OTPs, admit card alerts, and result login for months.
Fill personal and education details carefully
Enter name, father's name, date of birth, category, and address exactly as on your certificates. This post typically expects: 12th Pass.
Upload photo, signature, and required documents
Use the exact size and format in the notification. Resize photo and signature with our free tool before uploading to avoid form rejection.
Double-check age eligibility
Listed age limit for this recruitment is 18–27 years. Use the notification’s reference/cutoff date — not today’s date — in our age calculator.
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Pay only on the official portal via UPI, card, or net banking. Save the fee receipt. Some categories may be exempt — confirm in the PDF.
Submit before the deadline and save proof
Submit the form well before 07 Oct 2026. Download the confirmation page and note your registration/application number.
Apply only through the official link
Use the Apply Online button on this page (or the link in the Staff Selection Commission notification). Avoid third-party “agent” sites.
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Use these before you submit the form — they help catch common rejection reasons.
The last date to apply online is 07 Oct 2026. Always confirm on the official Staff Selection Commission website before submitting, especially if there is any extension notice.
Online application started on 07 Sept 2026. Apply only through the official link shared on this page or in the notification.
The exam date has not been announced yet. After the application window closes, watch for admit card and exam city intimation on the official portal.
This recruitment lists 2,536 total vacancies as per the notification. Final numbers can change if corrigenda are issued.
The age limit shown for this post is 18–27 years. Category-wise relaxation (if any) follows the official notification. Verify your age on the notification’s cutoff date with our age eligibility calculator before applying.
As listed on this page, the qualification requirement is: 12th Pass. Always match the exact wording in the official PDF (including stream, percentage, or experience clauses).
Application fee by category: ST: No Fee; Female: No Fee; SC: No Fee; PWD (PH): No Fee; EWS: ₹100; General: ₹100; OBC: ₹100. Pay only on the official portal and keep the payment receipt. Fee rules can differ for women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen — confirm in the notification.
Location information listed for this recruitment includes: All India. Exact posting after selection depends on the recruiting body and vacancy rules.
Apply through the official Staff Selection Commission recruitment portal using the Apply Online link on this page. Prepare photo, signature, and certificates first; verify age and fee; then submit before the last date and save your confirmation.
Keep a recent photo and signature in the required size, photo ID, date-of-birth proof (usually 10th certificate), educational certificates, and category certificates (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD) if you are claiming reservation. Use our document checklist and photo & signature resizer before upload.
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