The SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for recruitment to various Group C posts in Ministries, Departments and Organisations of the Government of India. The examination primarily provides opportunities to candidates who have completed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Exam Information
Conducting Body
Staff Selection Commission
Exam Type
government
Exam Level
national
Category
SSC
Qualification
12th Pass / 10+2
Exam Mode
online
Latest Cycle
Year
2026
Notification Date
09 Jul 2026
Application Start Date
09 Jul 2026
Application Last Date
10 Jul 2026
Exam Date
To be announced
Admit Card Date
To be announced
Answer Key Date
To be announced
Result Date
To be announced
Vacancy
2536
Status
Applications Open
Important Dates
Label
Notification Released
Date
09 Jul 2026
Description
SSC released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026.
Label
Online Application Starts
Date
09 Jul 2026
Description
Online applications opened through the SSC website and mySSC mobile application.
Label
Last Date to Apply
Date
10 Jul 2026
Description
The last date for submission of the online application is 7 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Label
Last Date for Fee Payment
Date
10 Aug 2026
Description
The last date for making online fee payment is 8 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Label
Application Correction Window
Date
14/10/2026 - 16/10/2026
Description
Candidates can use the correction facility during the window specified by SSC.
Label
SSC CHSL 2026 Examination
Date
To Be Announced
Description
SSC will notify the examination date separately on its official website.
Vacancy
Post
LDC / JSA
Total
Not separately announced
Category
Group C
Description
Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) posts in various Ministries, Departments and Offices of the Government of India.
Post
Data Entry Operator (DEO)
Total
Not separately announced
Category
Group C
Description
Data Entry Operator posts under the SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment.
Post
Data Entry Operator Grade A
Total
Not separately announced
Category
Group C
Description
Data Entry Operator Grade A posts included in the SSC CHSL recruitment, subject to the post-wise vacancy information published by SSC.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or institution. For certain Data Entry Operator posts, additional educational requirements may apply. Candidates should check the post-specific qualification mentioned in the official SSC CHSL 2026 notification before applying.
Age Limit
18 to 27 years as per the age criteria specified for SSC CHSL 2026.
Age Relaxation
Applicable age relaxation is available to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules and the conditions specified by SSC.
Nationality
Candidates must satisfy the nationality or citizenship conditions prescribed in the SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment notice.
Other Requirements
Candidates must fulfil the educational, age and other post-specific conditions prescribed by SSC. The required qualification must be possessed within the period specified in the recruitment notice.
Application
Application Start Date
09 Jul 2026
Application Last Date
10 Jul 2026
Fee Payment Last Date
10 Aug 2026
Correction Start Date
14/10/2026
Correction Last Date
16/10/2026
Application Fee
₹100
Fee Exemption
Women candidates and candidates belonging to the categories eligible for fee exemption under SSC rules are exempt from payment of the application fee.
Application Mode
Online
Instructions
Candidates should complete the SSC registration and application process through the official SSC website or the mySSC mobile application. Applicants should carefully verify their personal, educational and other details before submitting the form and should keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Selection Process
Stage
Tier-I Computer Based Examination
Description
The first stage of the SSC CHSL examination is a Computer Based Examination covering the prescribed subjects.
Stage
Tier-II Examination
Description
Candidates who qualify for the required stage proceed to Tier-II as per the SSC CHSL examination scheme.
Stage
Skill Test / Typing Test
Description
Candidates are required to qualify in the applicable skill or typing test according to the post for which they are being considered.
Stage
Document Verification
Description
Required documents and eligibility claims are verified according to the applicable recruitment rules.
Exam Pattern
Total Questions
As per official examination scheme
Total Marks
As per official examination scheme
Duration
As per official examination scheme
Negative Marking
As specified in the SSC CHSL 2026 examination notice
Description
SSC CHSL 2026 is conducted through a two-tier examination process. Tier-I and Tier-II are conducted in computer-based mode. Depending on the post, candidates may also be required to qualify in a typing test or data-entry skill test.
Syllabus
Subject
English Language
Topics
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading Comprehension
Sentence Structure
English Usage
Description
Questions are designed to assess candidates' understanding and use of the English language.
Subject
General Intelligence
Topics
Analogy
Classification
Series
Coding-Decoding
Logical Reasoning
Problem Solving
Subject
Quantitative Aptitude
Topics
Number System
Arithmetic
Algebra
Geometry
Mensuration
Data Interpretation
Subject
General Awareness
Topics
Current Affairs
General Knowledge
Indian History
Geography
Indian Polity
Economy
Science
Physical Requirements
Salary & Career
Pay Level
Level 2 to Level 5
Pay Scale
₹19,900 – ₹92,300
Salary
Salary depends on the post and applicable Pay Level. The advertised posts fall under different Pay Levels, so the actual salary structure varies by post and place of posting.
Allowances
Applicable Government allowances and benefits are provided according to the post, department and place of posting.
Job Profile
The job profile depends on the post allotted. LDC/JSA roles generally involve clerical, record-handling and office-related responsibilities, while DEO roles involve data entry and computer-based work.
Career Growth
Career progression depends on the post, department, service rules and applicable promotion policies.
Official Resources
Title
SSC Official Website
Description
Official website of the Staff Selection Commission for notifications, applications and candidate updates.
FAQs
Question
When was the SSC CHSL 2026 notification released?
Answer
The SSC CHSL 2026 notification was released on 7 September 2026.
Question
How many vacancies are available in SSC CHSL 2026?
Answer
SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for the CHSL 2026 recruitment. The final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details may be updated separately.
Question
What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
Answer
The last date to submit the SSC CHSL 2026 online application is 7 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Question
What is the last date for SSC CHSL 2026 fee payment?
Answer
The last date for online fee payment is 8 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Question
What qualification is required for SSC CHSL 2026?
Answer
Candidates generally need to have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Certain DEO posts may have additional qualification requirements.
Question
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
Answer
The applicable age limit is 18 to 27 years, subject to the cut-off date and age-relaxation rules specified by SSC.
Question
When will the SSC CHSL 2026 exam be conducted?
Answer
SSC has not yet announced the examination date. The Commission has stated that the examination date will be notified later on its official website.
Question
Where can I apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
Answer
Candidates can apply through the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in or through the mySSC Android application.
About The Exam
The SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for recruitment to various Group C posts in Ministries, Departments and Organisations of the Government of India. The examination primarily provides opportunities to candidates who have completed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Latest Updates
Latest news, notifications and important updates related to SSC CHSL.
SSC CHSL 2026 notification has been released for approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. Check the application dates, eligibility, age limit, fee, selection process, posts and important updates before applying.
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