SSC CHSL (10+2) Recruitment 2026
Short Information: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026. A total of approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies have been announced for Group-C posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Data Entry Operator Grade 'A' across various ministries and departments of the Government of India. Eligible 12th-pass candidates can apply online from 7 September 2026 to 7 October 2026. Check post details, qualification criteria, category-wise fee, age limit, and official application links below.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026
SSC CHSL 2026 Short Details of Notification
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Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and extra as per SSC CHSL 2026 rules.
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Applying Online
Vacancy Details (Total: 2,536 Posts - Tentative)
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Eligibility Criteria |
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| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 – 63,200) | Must have passed 12th Standard / Intermediate or equivalent examination from a recognized Board/University. |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) / DEO Grade 'A' | Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) or Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300) | Class 12th Passed. For specific ministries, 12th in Science stream with Mathematics is mandatory. |
HOW TO FILL ONLINE FORM
- Visit the new official website of Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if you have not registered on the new portal yet.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password to access the SSC CHSL 2026 application link.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam city preferences, and category details.
- Capture/upload a live photo and signature as per prescribed SSC guidelines.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and review all details before final submission.
- Take a printout of the finalized application form for your records.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |