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SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
SSC has announced the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026 for filling 5063 posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and others. Apply online from 1 July 2026.
Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) |
| Total Posts | 5063 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Advt No. | F.3-1/2026/SSC-CHSL |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 2026-07-01 |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 2026-07-31 |
| Admit Card Date | N/A |
| Written exam date | 2026-09-15 |
| Correction Window Date | 2026-08-01 |
Application Fees
| General | 100 |
|---|---|
| OBC | 100 |
| EWS | 100 |
| ST | 0 |
| SC | 0 |
| PwBD | 0 |
Eligibility
| Qualification | 10+2 (Senior Secondary) from a recognized board |
|---|---|
| Age Limit General | 18-27 |
| Age Limit OBC | 18-30 |
| Age Limit EWS | 18-27 |
| Age Limit ST | 18-32 |
| Age Limit SC | 18-32 |
| Age Limit PwBD | 18-37 |
Posts
| Total Posts | 5063 |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 2000 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 1500 |
| Postal Assistant | 1563 |
Cutoff Marks
| Total Marks | 100 |
|---|---|
| General | 85 |
| OBC | 80 |
| EWS | 82 |
| ST | 70 |
| SC | 72 |
| PwBD | 65 |
Selection Process
- 1.) Written Exam (CBT) - 100 marks
- 2.) Skill Test (Typing/Data Entry) - Qualifying
- 3.) Document Verification
How To Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official SSC website ssc.nic.in.
- Step 2: Click on the 'Apply' link for CHSL 2026.
- Step 3: Register with basic details and generate registration number.
- Step 4: Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 5: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Step 7: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Location
SSC Headquarters, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, Delhi, 110003, IN, Near Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Details
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 5063 vacancies across various ministries and departments of the Government of India. The posts include Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Data Entry Operator (DEO), Postal Assistant, and other clerical positions.
Important Dates
Application start date is 1 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 July 2026. A correction window will be available from 1 August 2026 to 7 August 2026. The Computer Based Examination (CBT) is scheduled for 15 September 2026 onwards.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Senior Secondary) examination from a recognized board. The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10 years), etc.
Application Fee
General, OBC, and EWS category candidates are required to pay Rs. 100 as application fee. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment. Payment can be made online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination (CBT) – 100 marks
- Skill Test (Typing Test for LDC, Data Entry for DEO) – Qualifying in nature
- Document Verification
Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Vacancies |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 2000 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 1500 |
| Postal Assistant | 1563 |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website for updates and download admit cards before the exam date.
FAQ
Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) from a recognized board. Age limit is 18-27 years (age relaxation for reserved categories as per rules).
General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay Rs.100. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Selection is based on a Computer Based Examination (CBT), followed by a Skill Test (Typing/Data Entry) and Document Verification.
The CBT is tentatively scheduled for September 2026. Exact dates will be updated on the SSC website.
Yes, SSC provides a correction window in August 2026 to make limited corrections to the application form.
The pay scale for LDC and DEO is Level 2 (Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100) as per 7th CPC.
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