Short Detail:
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Recruitment 2026 for about 2536 LDC, JSA and DEO posts. Candidates who want to apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 can submit their online application form from 07/09/2026 to 07/10/2026, if they meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026
Advt No.: F. No. HQ-C1102/5/2026-C-1
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 07/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 07/10/2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 08/10/2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Form Correction Date: 14/10/2026 to 16/10/2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Tier-I Exam Date: To Be Notified Later
- Tier-II Exam Date: To Be Notified Later
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: ₹0/-
- All Women Candidates: ₹0/-
- First Correction Charge: ₹200/-
- Second Correction Charge: ₹500/-
- Pay online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa, MasterCard, Maestro and RuPay Debit cards.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 27 Years
- Eligible candidates must be born between 02/08/1999 and 01/08/2008.
- Extra age relaxation is applicable under the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years after deducting military service from actual age |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC / ST) | 8 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees with 3 Years of Service | Up to 40 Years of Age |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC / ST) with 3 Years of Service | Up to 45 Years of Age |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women, Not Remarried | Up to 35 Years of Age |
| Same Women Category (SC / ST) | Up to 40 Years of Age |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: Approx. 2536
| Post Name | Vacancy Status |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Included in about 2536 tentative vacancies. Post-wise and category-wise numbers will be released later. |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | |
| Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ |
Eligibility Details
| Post / Department | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture | 12th pass in the Science stream with Mathematics from a recognized board. |
| LDC / JSA and all other DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ posts | 12th pass or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board or university. |
- Candidates awaiting their 12th result may apply, but they must complete the required qualification by 07/10/2026.
Physical Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Applicable Post | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in Border Roads Organization (BRO) only |
| Gender | Only male candidates can choose BRO vacancies. |
| Physical Standards | Region-wise height, chest and weight standards apply as given in Schedule-II of the notification. |
| Medical Fitness | Candidates must be declared fit by the GREF Medical Board under Schedule-III. |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
| Activity | Required Standard | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| One Mile Run | Within 10 Minutes | Qualifying |
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| DEO | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| DEO | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
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SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Tier-I Computer-Based Examination
- Tier-II Computer-Based Examination
- Computer Knowledge Test and Skill Test / Typing Test
- Document Verification and final merit preparation
Tier-I Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
- Scribe Time: 20 minutes per section and 80 minutes in total.
- Language: English, Hindi and the regional language chosen in the application form.
Tier-II Session-I Pattern
| Section / Module | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section-I Module-A: Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 Hour |
| Section-I Module-B: Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | |
| Section-II Module-A: English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 120 | 1 Hour |
| Section-II Module-B: General Awareness | 20 | 60 | |
| Section-III Module-A: Computer Knowledge Test | 15 | 45 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 135 | 405 | 2 Hours 15 Minutes |
- The Computer Knowledge Test is qualifying only.
- Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Sections I, II and III.
- Candidates must qualify each section of Tier-II separately.
Tier-II Session-II Skill / Typing Test
| Post / Test | Required Speed | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in specified departments | 15,000 KDPH | 15 Minutes | Qualifying |
| Other DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ posts | 8,000 KDPH | 15 Minutes | Qualifying |
| LDC / JSA English Typing | 35 WPM | 10 Minutes | Qualifying |
| LDC / JSA Hindi Typing | 30 WPM in Mangal Font | 10 Minutes | Qualifying |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC / EWS | 25% |
| SC / ST / ESM / PwBD and Other Categories | 20% |
Final Merit List
- Tier-I is used to shortlist candidates for Tier-II.
- Final merit is based on the combined marks of Tier-II Sections I and II, out of 360 marks.
- Candidates must also qualify the Computer Knowledge Test and Skill Test / Typing Test.
- Submitted post preferences are final and cannot be changed later.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
How many posts are in SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The notice reports about 2536 tentative vacancies for LDC, JSA, DEO and DEO Grade ‘A’. The Commission will publish the final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details later on its website.
What is the last date for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The online application must be submitted by 07/10/2026 up to 11:00 PM. Candidates can pay the application fee until 08/10/2026 at 11:00 PM.
Who can apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
A recognized 12th pass qualification is required for most posts. Specified DEO posts need 12th Science with Mathematics. The qualification must be completed by 07/10/2026.
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The basic age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01/08/2026. Candidates must be born from 02/08/1999 to 01/08/2008. Reserved categories receive relaxation under the stated rules.
What is the fee for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Gen, OBC and EWS candidates pay ₹100. Women and eligible SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates do not pay the application fee. Correction charges are separate.
When will the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 exam be held?
The Tier-I and Tier-II examination dates have not been announced yet. SSC will issue the examination schedule later through an official update.
How will SSC select candidates for CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates first take Tier-I and then Tier-II. Tier-II also includes a qualifying Computer Knowledge Test and Skill or Typing Test. Final merit uses marks from Tier-II Sections I and II.
Is a physical test required for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The physical and medical requirements apply only to male candidates choosing LDC vacancies in BRO. The PET requires a one-mile run within 10 minutes.