SSC CHSL 2026 Notification: 2,536 Vacancies, Dates, Eligibility & Application Process

What happened

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially issued recruitment notification F. No. HQ-C1102/5/2026-C-1 for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The commission is inviting applications for posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Data Entry Operator Grade 'A'.

Eligible candidates can submit their online applications on the official website ssc.gov.in until October 7, 2026 (23:00 hours). The selection involves a multi-tier assessment comprising Tier-I and Tier-II computer-based tests followed by document verification conducted by the respective user departments.

Vacancy details

• Total tentative vacancies: Approximately 2,536
• Posts included: Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Data Entry Operator Grade 'A'
• Firm and detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies are updated on ssc.gov.in under Candidate's Corner > Tentative Vacancy in due course

Eligibility

• For LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade 'A' (general): Passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
• For DEO / DEO Grade 'A' in specific departments: Passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.

Age limit

• 18 to 27 years as on August 1, 2026.
• SC / ST: Upper age relaxation of 5 years.
• OBC: Upper age relaxation of 3 years.
• PwBD (Unreserved): Upper age relaxation of 10 years.
• PwBD (OBC): Upper age relaxation of 13 years.
• PwBD (SC / ST): Upper age relaxation of 15 years.

Application fee

• General and unreserved categories: ₹100/-
• Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM eligible for reservation: Nil (Exempted)
• Payment mode: Online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay Credit or Debit cards

Selection process

• Stage 1: Tier-I Examination (Objective Computer-Based Test)
• Stage 2: Tier-II Examination (Computer-Based Objective & Skill/Typing Test)
• Stage 3: Document Verification (conducted by User Departments / Organizations)

Exam pattern

• Tier-I: 100 Multiple Choice Questions carrying a maximum of 200 marks, with a duration of 60 minutes (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes).
• Tier-I Sections: English Language (25 questions / 50 marks), General Intelligence (25 questions / 50 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions / 50 marks), and General Awareness (25 questions / 50 marks).
• Tier-I Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• Tier-II Session-I: Section I (Mathematical Abilities & Reasoning), Section II (English Language & General Awareness), Section III (Computer Knowledge Module).
• Tier-II Session-II: Skill Test / Typing Test Module (qualifying nature).

How to apply

1. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official portal at ssc.gov.in or through the mySSC mobile app.
2. Log in to your account using the generated Registration Number and Password.
3. Navigate to the SSC CHSL 2026 notification and select 'Apply'.
4. Fill in the required personal and academic details, and upload the live photograph and signature as per prescribed specifications.
5. Pay the application fee of ₹100 online (if applicable) and submit the form prior to the deadline on October 7, 2026 (23:00 hours).

What candidates should do

• Complete the application and fee payment well before October 7, 2026, on ssc.gov.in to avoid last-minute portal rush.
• Ensure the live photograph and signature are uploaded accurately in line with official instructions.
• Align study plans for the Tier-I CBT scheduled from November 30 to December 31, 2026, focusing on all four 25-question sections.

PrepZen analysis

The Tier-I exam tests candidates across four distinct areas (English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness) in a tight 60-minute window for 100 questions, making speed and negative marking management (0.50 marks per error) crucial.

Candidates advancing to Tier-II will face a composite evaluation including mathematical abilities, reasoning, language, general awareness, computer knowledge, and a qualifying skill or typing test.

FAQs

Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility in the official notification before applying. Prepared by the PrepZen Editorial Team from the official notice. Spotted an error? Write to prepzen.app@gmail.com.