Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The recruitment is for Group C posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Data Entry Operator Grade A in various Central Government departments and offices. Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies have been announced. Eligible 12th-pass candidates can apply online through the official SSC website.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | LDC, JSA, DEO and DEO Grade A |
| Vacancies | Approximately 2536 (Tentative) |
| Qualification | 12th Standard Pass |
| Age Limit | 18–27 Years as on 01.08.2026 |
| Pay Scale | Rs.19,900–92,300 depending on post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 14–16 October 2026 |
SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026
SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies through the CHSL 2026 examination. The final number of vacancies will be determined later after receiving and scrutinizing vacancy information from the concerned Ministries, Departments and organizations.
The recruitment covers the following Group C posts:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator Grade A
Post-wise and category-wise vacancy details will be updated by SSC when the final vacancy information is available.
SSC CHSL Posts and Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Level 2 | Rs.19,900–63,200 |
| DEO | Level 4 | Rs.25,500–81,100 |
| DEO | Level 5 | Rs.29,200–92,300 |
| DEO Grade A | Level 4 | Rs.25,500–81,100 |
SSC CHSL 2026 Educational Qualification
For LDC, JSA and most DEO/DEO Grade A posts, candidates must have passed 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
For DEO and DEO Grade A posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Staff Selection Commission and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
Candidates appearing for the 12th Standard examination can also apply, but they must possess the required qualification on or before 07 October 2026.
SSC CHSL Age Limit 2026
The age limit for SSC CHSL 2026 is 18 to 27 years as on 01 August 2026. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02 August 1999 and not later than 01 August 2008.
Upper age relaxation is available to eligible candidates as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per SSC rules |
SSC CHSL Application Fee 2026
The application fee is Rs.100. Women candidates, SC, ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempted from payment of the application fee.
- Application Fee: Rs.100
- Women Candidates: No Fee
- SC/ST Candidates: No Fee
- PwBD Candidates: No Fee
- Eligible Ex-Servicemen: No Fee
The fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking or eligible debit cards. The last date for online fee payment is 08 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
SSC CHSL Selection Process 2026
Selection under SSC CHSL 2026 will be conducted through a two-tier Computer Based Examination followed by the applicable Skill Test or Typing Test and document verification.
- Tier-I Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test / Typing Test
- Document Verification
Candidates are shortlisted for Tier-II based on their performance in Tier-I. Final selection is based on performance in Tier-II and the preferences exercised by the candidates, subject to qualifying the required sections and skill or typing test.
SSC CHSL Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
The Tier-I examination is objective type and has a duration of 60 minutes, with a sectional timer. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
SSC CHSL Tier-II Exam Pattern
Tier-II consists of four sections covering Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and the applicable Skill Test or Typing Test.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Section-I | Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning & General Intelligence – 60 Questions, 180 Marks |
| Section-II | English Language & Comprehension and General Awareness – 60 Questions, 180 Marks |
| Section-III | Computer Knowledge Test – 15 Questions, 45 Marks |
| Section-IV | Skill Test / Typing Test |
Sections I, II and III have negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer. The Computer Knowledge Test and Skill Test/Typing Test are qualifying in nature.
SSC CHSL Typing and Skill Test
For LDC/JSA posts, candidates have to appear for the Typing Test. Candidates can choose English or Hindi as the typing medium in the application form.
- English Typing Speed: 35 words per minute
- Hindi Typing Speed: 30 words per minute
For Data Entry Operator posts, a mandatory Skill Test is conducted. Depending on the applicable DEO post, the required data entry speed is 8,000 or 15,000 key depressions per hour.
SSC CHSL 2026 Application Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 October 2026 |
| Application Correction | 14–16 October 2026 |
| Tier-I Examination | To be notified |
| Tier-II Examination | To be notified |
How to Apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit the SSC CHSL 2026 application online through the official SSC website.
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete the required registration process if you are a new candidate.
- Log in using your SSC registration credentials.
- Select the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the photograph and other documents as required.
- Check the application carefully using the Preview option.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Save and keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates should submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid technical difficulties during the final hours.