The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The examination is being conducted for recruitment to Group C posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Data Entry Operator Grade A in various Central Government ministries, departments, offices and other organizations.
SSC CHSL 2026 – Job Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Examination | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 |
| Posts | LDC/JSA, DEO, DEO Grade A |
| Tentative Vacancies | Approximately 2,536 |
| Qualification | 12th Standard / Equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18–27 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 7 October 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
The notification states that approximately 2,536 vacancies are tentative. Final vacancies will be determined later after scrutiny of vacancies reported by the user departments. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
SSC CHSL Vacancy and Salary
The available posts and corresponding pay levels are:
- LDC/JSA: Pay Level-2 – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200
- DEO: Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 and Pay Level-5 – ₹29,200 to ₹92,300
- DEO Grade A: Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
SSC CHSL Eligibility 2026
For LDC/JSA and most DEO/DEO Grade A posts, candidates must have passed 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. For specific DEO/DEO Grade A posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject. The essential qualification must be obtained by 7 October 2026. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026, with applicable age relaxation for eligible categories according to Government rules. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
SSC CHSL Exam Pattern
The selection process includes Tier-I and Tier-II Computer Based Examinations. Tier-I contains English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness, with 25 questions and 50 marks for each section. The total duration is 60 minutes, with sectional timing. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for every wrong answer. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
Tier-II includes Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and Skill/Typing Test. The Computer Knowledge Test and Skill/Typing Test are qualifying in nature.
SSC CHSL 2026 Application Process
Candidates must submit applications online through the new SSC website, ssc.gov.in, or through the mySSC mobile application. Candidates who do not already have One-Time Registration on the new SSC website must complete OTR before applying. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
The online application window is open from 7 September to 7 October 2026, with applications closing at 11:00 PM on 7 October 2026. The online fee payment deadline is 8 October 2026 at 11:00 PM. The correction window is scheduled from 14 to 16 October 2026. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
The application fee is ₹100. Women candidates and eligible SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from payment. Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026
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