Short Detail:
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the exam date for Selection Post Phase XIV Recruitment 2026 which was announced earlier for total 3003 posts. As per the notice dated 21 August 2026, the Computer Based Examination (CBE) will be held from 16 September 2026 to 26 September 2026. Candidates who had applied for this recruitment can check the exam schedule, admit card update and other complete details below.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Selection Post XIV Recruitment 2026 – Exam Date Released
Advt No.: Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 13/04/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 04/05/2026 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 05/05/2026 (11:00 PM)
- Form Correction Date: 11/05/2026 to 13/05/2026
- Exam Date: 16/09/2026 to 26/09/2026
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
Application Fees
- Gen / EWS / OBC: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / All Category Female: ₹0/-
- Pay the fee online only through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Debit or Credit Card
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: Post Wise (25 to 30 Years)
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “SSC Selection Post Phase XIV 2026”
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years (after deducting military service) |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 3003
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 1534 |
| EWS | 271 |
| OBC | 667 |
| SC | 346 |
| ST | 185 |
| Total | 3003 |
Eligibility Details
| Level | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Matriculation Level | Class 10th High School exam from any recognized Board in India |
| Higher Secondary Level | 10+2 Intermediate exam from any recognized Board in India |
| Graduation Level | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from any recognized University in India |
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SSC Selection Post XIV 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection will be made through a Computer Based Examination (CBE) of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions, conducted separately at Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2) and Graduation & above levels.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| D | English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 | |
- Exam duration is 60 minutes (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe facility)
- There is negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer
- The exam will be conducted in Hindi and English only
Selection Stages
- Computer Based Examination (CBE)
- Scrutiny of Documents
- Document Verification (DV)
- Final Merit List
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- Unreserved (UR): 30%
- OBC / EWS: 25%
- Other Categories: 20%
SSC Selection Post XIV 2026: Important Questions
What is the exam date for SSC Selection Post XIV 2026?
As per the notice dated 21 August 2026, the Computer Based Examination for SSC Selection Post Phase XIV 2026 will be conducted from 16 September to 26 September 2026. Candidates should keep checking the official website for the city and shift-wise schedule.
How many total posts are there in this SSC recruitment?
A total of 3003 posts are being filled through this recruitment, covering Matriculation, Higher Secondary and Graduation level posts across different Ministries and Departments.
What was the last date to apply for Selection Post Phase XIV?
The online application window was open from 13 April 2026 to 4 May 2026, with fee payment allowed till 5 May 2026. Applications are now closed and the exam date has been released.
What is the application fee for SSC Selection Post 2026?
General, EWS and OBC candidates had to pay ₹100 as application fee. SC, ST, PwBD candidates and women candidates of all categories were exempted from paying any fee.
What is the age limit for SSC Selection Post XIV 2026?
The minimum age required is 18 years, while the maximum age limit varies post-wise between 25 and 30 years, as reckoned on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation is available to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government rules.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is done through a Computer Based Examination consisting of four sections carrying 200 marks, followed by scrutiny of documents and Document Verification for shortlisted candidates before the final merit list is prepared.