Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 for recruitment to Group ‘C’ posts of Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’) in various Ministries, Departments, Offices of the Government of India and Constitutional / Statutory Bodies / Tribunals. A total of 2,536 vacancies have been announced, offering a major opportunity for 10th and 12th pass candidates.
The SSC CHSL 2026 online application process began on 07 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). On this page, 10+2 pass job aspirants can find all important details of SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026, including the official notification and application link.
SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026 (LDC / JSA / DEO)
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Exam Name |
SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
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| Post Name |
LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancies |
2,536 |
| Age Limit |
18 to 27 Years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Salary |
Level-2 to Level-5 (₹19,900 – ₹92,300) |
| Educational Qualification |
12th Pass (Science with Maths for specified DEO posts) |
| Application Fee |
₹100 (Others) | Nil (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM) |
| Selection Process |
Tier-I CBT + Tier-II CBT + Skill / Typing Test + DV / Medical |
| Job Location |
All India (various Central Govt. offices) |
| Last Date |
07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
✅ SSC CHSL Salary 2026:
- LDC / JSA: Pay Level-2 – ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 and Pay Level-5 – ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
In-hand salary varies as per posting city after including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits.
✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India (or as specified in the official notice for other eligible categories).
- Educational Qualification (as on 07.10.2026): LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ (except specified DEO posts): 12th Standard pass or equivalent from a recognized Board or University. DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Staff Selection Commission and Ministry of Culture: 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
- Candidates who have appeared in 12th Standard / equivalent exam may also apply, but they must possess the essential qualification on or before 07.10.2026.
- Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): 18 to 27 years. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, PwBD (OBC) – 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years, and other categories as per Government of India / SSC rules.
✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
- Tier-I: Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II: Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test / Typing Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final selection will be based on performance in Tier-II (and qualifying Skill / Typing Test), subject to document verification and medical fitness.
✅ SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026:
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Tier-I Examination (CBT) | |||
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| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 01 Hour |
Negative Marking in Tier-I: 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question for each wrong answer. Exam Mode: Online (CBT).
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Tier-II Examination (CBT) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Section | Subject | Questions | Marks / Time |
| Session-I (2 Hours 15 Minutes) |
Section-1 | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 (01 Hour for Section-1) | ||
| Section-2 | English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 120 | |
| General Awareness | 20 | 60 (01 Hour for Section-2) | ||
| Section-3 | Computer Knowledge Module | 15 | 45 (15 Minutes) | |
| Session-II | Section-4 | Part A – Skill Test for DEOs | — | 15 Minutes |
| Part B – Typing Test for LDC / JSA | — | 10 Minutes | ||
✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100/-
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM (eligible for reservation): Nil
- Payment Mode: Online only through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa / MasterCard / Maestro / RuPay Debit Cards
- Last date for online fee payment: 08.10.2026 (23:00 Hours)
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Schedule |
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Dates for submission of online applications |
07.09.2026 to 07.10.2026 |
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Last date and time for receipt of online applications |
07.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
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Last date and time for making online fee payment |
08.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
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Window for Application Form Correction & payment of Correction Charges |
14.10.2026 to 16.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
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Tier-I (Computer Based Examination) |
To be notified later |
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Tier-II (Computer Based Examination) |
To be notified later |
✅ Important Links:
| SSC CHSL 2026 Detailed Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online for SSC CHSL 2026 | Apply Online |
| 10th / 12th Pass Govt Jobs List | Click Here |
| Join Our Free Govt Jobs Alert | Join WhatsApp | Join Telegram |
✅ How to Apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the official SSC website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://ssc.gov.in.
➢ Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
➢ Step 3: Login and click on the link for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026.
➢ Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational and exam-centre details.
➢ Step 5: Upload photograph, signature and other required documents as per SSC specifications.
➢ Step 6: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card.
➢ Step 7: Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 2,536 LDC / JSA and DEO posts have been announced (tentative).
What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). Fee can be paid till 08 October 2026 (23:00 Hours).
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years as on 01.08.2026 (born not earlier than 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
What is the educational qualification required for SSC CHSL 2026?
12th Standard pass or equivalent. For specified DEO posts in some departments, 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics is required. Qualification must be possessed on or before 07.10.2026.
What is the selection process for SSC CHSL 2026?
Tier-I CBT → Tier-II CBT → Skill Test / Typing Test → Document Verification / Medical Examination.
What is the application fee for SSC CHSL 2026?
₹100 for male candidates of General / OBC / EWS categories. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates are exempted from fee.
How to apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official SSC website between 07 September 2026 and 07 October 2026.