SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
Department: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced CHSL Recruitment 2026 for approximately 2,536 tentative LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade A posts. Candidates with Class 12 or equivalent qualifications can apply online through the SSC website or my SSC mobile app. Applications are open from 07 September to 07 October 2026. The posts are for various Ministries, Departments and Offices of the Government of India across India.
Shivam Solanki
16 Sep, 2026 12:46 PM
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: 2,536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 for recruitment to Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Data Entry Operator Grade A posts. Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies are available. Candidates who meet the prescribed 12th-pass qualification and age requirements can apply online. The application process is open from 07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026 through the official SSC website or the my SSC mobile app.
Quick Answer
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is being conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies of LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade A. The application window is open from 07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026. Candidates generally need to have passed Class 12, while certain DEO posts require Class 12 Science with Mathematics. Eligible candidates can apply online through SSC.
Important Dates and Fees
The following dates and fee details are based on the supplied SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 information. Exam dates and admit card or result dates have not been specified.
| Event | Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 07 September 2026 | Not applicable |
| Application Last Date | 07 October 2026 | Not applicable |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 October 2026 | ₹100 for applicable candidates |
| Correction Window | 14 October 2026 to 16 October 2026 | As applicable |
| Tier-I Exam Date | Not specified | Not applicable |
| Tier-II Exam Date | Not specified | Not applicable |
Vacancy Details
SSC has indicated approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies under CHSL Recruitment 2026. The recruitment covers LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade A posts. The final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details will be notified later. SSC has not compiled state-wise or zone-wise vacancy figures in the supplied information.
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | CHSL Posts | Included in approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | CHSL Posts | Included in approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies |
| Data Entry Operator Grade A | CHSL Posts | Included in approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade A posts in departments other than the specified departments must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
For DEO/DEO Grade A posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed Class 12 in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board.
Candidates appearing in Class 12 can apply if their result is declared on or before 07 October 2026. Candidates whose results are still under process by the closing date do not meet this stated requirement.
Nationality
The supplied eligibility information permits Indian citizens and certain other specified categories, including subjects of Nepal or Bhutan and persons of Indian origin from specified countries, subject to the prescribed eligibility certificate requirements.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 27 years, calculated as on 01 August 2026. Candidates should have been born not earlier than 02 August 1999 and not later than 01 August 2008.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age as on 01 August 2026 |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | Up to 40 years for those with 3 or more years of regular service |
Only male candidates are eligible for vacancies in the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), as stated in the supplied recruitment information.
Application Fee
The application fee for applicable candidates is ₹100. Women candidates of all categories, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt from payment of the application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates | ₹100 |
| Women Candidates of All Categories | Exempted |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| PwBD | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
The fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking or eligible Visa, MasterCard, Maestro and RuPay debit cards up to 08 October 2026 at 23:00. The fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against another examination or selection.
Selection Process
The SSC CHSL selection process consists of a two-tier Computer Based Examination, followed by the applicable skill or typing test and document verification as stated in the supplied recruitment information.
Tier-I Examination
Tier-I contains four parts: English, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness. Each part contains 25 questions carrying 50 marks. The examination duration is 60 minutes, with 0.50 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Tier-II Examination
Tier-II is conducted in two sessions on the same day. Section I covers Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning & General Intelligence. Section II covers English & Comprehension and General Awareness. Section III is the Computer Knowledge Test and is qualifying in nature. Section IV consists of the Skill Test for DEO posts and Typing Test for LDC/JSA posts.
Candidates are required to qualify all applicable sections. Negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer applies in Sections I and II of Tier-II.
Salary / Pay Scale
| 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 |
| DEO Grade A | Level 4 | ₹25,500–81,100 |
The supplied recruitment information does not specify gross salary or in-hand monthly salary figures.
Job Location
The selected candidates may be posted in various Ministries, Departments and Offices of the Government of India across India. The supplied information does not provide a separate state-wise or zone-wise vacancy list.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 application online through the official SSC website or the my SSC mobile application.
- Visit the official SSC website or use the my SSC mobile app.
- Complete the new SSC One-Time Registration process. The old website OTR is not applicable for this recruitment.
- Log in using the registration details and complete the application form.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Follow the instructions for photograph capture or upload and other required application information.
- Pay the application fee if applicable before the fee payment deadline.
- Review the application details and submit the form.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Aadhaar authentication during the OTR process is optional according to the supplied information. Candidates can select up to three examination centres in priority order.
Important Documents
The supplied recruitment information specifically refers to photograph-related requirements during the online application process. Candidates should follow the official application instructions for the exact format and other documents or details required during submission.
Applicants should also keep relevant educational and category documents available where applicable, but the supplied information does not establish that every such document must be uploaded with the application.
Important Links
| Important Recruitment Links | ||
|---|---|---|
| Link | Purpose | Action |
| Official Notification | SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment rules, vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern and instructions | View Notification |
| Apply Online | Online application portal for SSC CHSL 2026 | Apply Online |
| Official Website | Staff Selection Commission official website and recruitment updates | Visit SSC Website |
| Applicants should check the official SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment notification and the SSC application portal before submitting an application. The notification contains the applicable eligibility conditions, vacancies, examination details, fee requirements and application instructions. Candidates should also verify any updates or revisions published by the Staff Selection Commission on its official website. Application dates and other recruitment-related information may be revised by the recruiting authority. SARJobs.in provides recruitment information for reference and does not accept applications on behalf of the Staff Selection Commission. | ||