Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has Released the CHSL Official Notification for the Recruitment of 2536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts. The Online Application process will begin on 07 September 2026, and the last Date to apply is 07 October 2026. Candidates must be 18 to 27 years old to be eligible for this Recruitment.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notice for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026, inviting online applications for Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade ‘A’ posts. SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 offers approximately 2,536 Tentative Vacancies across various Ministries, Departments, and Offices of the Government of India. Applications open on 07 September 2026 and close on 07 October 2026.
In short : SSC is recruiting for LDC/JSA and DEO Posts Under CHSL 2026, with about 2,536 Tentative Vacancies. Candidates who have Passed Class 12 (or an equivalent exam) from a recognised board can apply. Online applications open on 07 September 2026 and close on 07 October 2026, with fee payment allowed until 08 October 2026. The application mode is online only, via the SSC website or the SSC mobile app, and the posts are located across various Central Government offices in India.

कर्मचारी चयन आयोग (SSC)
संयुक्त उच्च माध्यमिक (10+2) स्तर यानी (CHSL)-2026
Advt. No. HQ-C1102/5/2026-C-1
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SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) / DEO Grade ‘A’ |
| Advt. No. | HQ-C1102/5/2026-C-1 |
| Total Vacancy | Approx. 2536 Posts |
| Pay Scale | LDC/JSA: Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200); DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200-92,300) |
| Notification Date | 07.09.2026 |
| Category | SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 07.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 08.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 14.10.2026 to 16.10.2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Schedule of Tier-I Exam (CBE) | To be notified later |
| Schedule of Tier-II Exam (CBE) | To be notified later |
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Details
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 carries approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for LDC/JSA and DEO posts combined. The notice states that final vacancies, along with the post-wise and category-wise break-up, will be published later on the SSC website under Candidate’s Corner > Tentative Vacancy. State-wise or zone-wise vacancy figures are not compiled by the Commission; candidates are advised to contact the respective User Departments for that information.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), DEO Grade ‘A’ (combined) | 2536 | 12th Pass |
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Age Limit
The age limit for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 27 years, reckoned as on 01 August 2026. This means candidates born not before 02 August 1999 and not later than 01 August 2008 are eligible to apply. Age relaxation is available as per government norms.
| 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 deduction of military service rendered from actual age as on 01.08.2026 |
| Central Government Civilian Employees (3+ years regular service) | Age relaxed up to 40 years |
Only male candidates are eligible for any vacancies reported in the Border Roads Organization (BRO).
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Salary
Selected candidates in SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 will be placed on the following pay levels as per the 7th Central Pay Commission structure. In-hand/gross salary figures are not specified in the notification.
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) |
| Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ | Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) |
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Application Fee
The application fee for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is Rs. 100. Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) categories eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | Rs. 100 |
| Women (all categories) | Exempted |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
| PwBD | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Exempted |
Fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay debit cards, up to 08 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). Fee once paid is not refundable or adjustable against any other exam.
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Selection Process
Selection for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is through a Computer Based Examination conducted in two tiers.
Tier-I
| Part | Subject | Questions/Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25/50 |
| II | General Intelligence | 25/50 |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25/50 |
| IV | General Awareness | 25/50 |
Tier-I consists of objective type, multiple-choice questions only, with a total duration of 60 minutes and negative marking of 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
Tier-II
Tier-II is conducted in two sessions on the same day, comprising four sections: Section-I (Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning & General Intelligence), Section-II (English Language & Comprehension and General Awareness), Section-III (Computer Knowledge Test, qualifying in nature), and Section-IV (Skill Test/Typing Test for DEO and LDC/JSA posts respectively). It is mandatory to qualify all sections of Tier-II. There is negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer in Sections I and II.
How to Apply for SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in or the “My SSC” mobile application.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website – OTR generated on the earlier website will not work here.
- Log in and fill out the SSC CHSL 2026 online application form.
- Opt for Aadhaar-based authentication during OTR, if desired, to simplify photo/ID requirements at the exam venue.
- Upload the required details and capture your photograph as per the instructions in the application module.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) before 08 October 2026.
- Submit the form and keep a printout for your records.
SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Important Links
| SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Notification PDF | Notification |
| SSC-CHSL Recruitment-2026 : Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| SSC Official Website | SSC |
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