SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: 2,536 Vacancies for 12th Pass Candidates, Apply Online
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for approximately 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies for posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and DEO Grade 'A'.
Eligible candidates who have completed Class 12 or an equivalent examination can submit their applications online through the official SSC website. The application window opened on 7 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 7 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.
SSC CHSL 2026 applications are currently open. Candidates should complete the registration and application process before the deadline instead of waiting until the final day.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruiting Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade 'A' |
| Total Vacancies | 2,536 Tentative |
| Qualification | 12th Pass / 10+2 or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18–27 years as on 1 August 2026, subject to applicable relaxation |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026
SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. The vacancies cover the following major posts:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator Grade 'A'
Important: The vacancy figure is tentative. SSC has stated that final vacancies will be determined after the concerned user departments complete the required scrutiny. Updated post-wise and category-wise vacancies may therefore change.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should normally have passed the 12th Standard / Higher Secondary examination or an equivalent examination from a recognised Board or University by the prescribed cut-off date.
However, candidates applying for certain DEO/DEO Grade 'A' posts have additional educational requirements. For specified posts, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.
Therefore, candidates should carefully check the post-specific educational qualification in the official SSC CHSL notification before submitting the application.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for SSC CHSL 2026 is generally 18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026.
Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories will receive age relaxation according to the applicable Government of India rules.
Applicants should check the official notification for the exact category-wise relaxation and date-of-birth conditions applicable to them.
SSC CHSL Salary / Pay Scale
The salary depends on the post and corresponding Pay Level:
| Post | 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 |
The applicable allowances and service benefits will depend on the post, department and place of posting.
SSC CHSL 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 7 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 October 2026 – 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 October 2026 – 11:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 14 October to 16 October 2026 |
